BW FAQ

Is tent camping allowed?
No, sorry. Our hosts have signed on with the expectation they'll only receive stay requests from travelers in fully self-contained RVs.
Wed, 2 Mar, 2022 at 7:31 PM
Can you check if a host is available and will accept me to stay before I buy a subscription?
Sorry, no. Guests must be registered with a full and complete guest profile before contacting hosts so hosts can look at it. This helps them decide whether ...
Sun, 19 Sep, 2021 at 10:52 PM
I operate a small campground. Can I list it as a host location on this web site?
Yes, as long as you let members camp for free for at least one night with no requirement to stay longer or purchase additional services. You may ask to be c...
Sun, 19 Sep, 2021 at 10:51 PM
Can I join to find a place to stay while I work in the area?
Our hosts only offer a location for a night or two with the intention that it will be a stop while passing through an area, not for any medium or long-term ...
Sun, 19 Sep, 2021 at 10:48 PM
May I join as a host and list a public location near me where I know RV parking is permitted?
No. This site is only for locations on private property - ones that are privately owned or controlled by the host members who list them.  Feel free to s...
Sun, 19 Sep, 2021 at 10:50 PM
Does Boondockers Welcome sell or share my personal details?
No. All of your details are required solely to allow the site to function and for informational feedback for the website administrators alone. That's us...
Wed, 2 Mar, 2022 at 7:33 PM
How much notice do hosts require/how far in advance should I request a stay?
If a host location is listed on our site, that means the host location is active. However, they may not be available to host guests every day of the year.  ...
Wed, 2 Mar, 2022 at 7:38 PM
Do hosts charge a fee?
Our hosts are not permitted to charge for parking.  Free overnight RV parking (boondocking) is the central idea of this platform.  It is not intended to be ...
Wed, 2 Mar, 2022 at 7:41 PM
I need to deactivate my host location.
If you're only going to be unable to host for a short while, we encourage you to update your availability instead of deactivating your host location. ...
Wed, 23 Feb, 2022 at 8:36 PM
Is there a membership card?
Only members with an active guest privileges subscription can send a stay request through the web site and will have a member ID number associated with that...
Sun, 27 Mar, 2022 at 12:20 PM