Boondocking Road Trip from Ashburnham, MA to Georgia via West Virginia and the Carolinas with Free Dispersed Camping

Day 1: West Virginia Entry

West Virginia, USA on April 27, 2025

8:00am

Departure from Ashburnham, MA

Start your journey early to maximize travel and camping options. Pack essentials for boondocking and ensure the RV or vehicle is ready for off-grid stays.
Free, 0h30m

12:30pm

Lunch Stop - Rest Area or Local Diner in West Virginia

Stop in Morgantown, WV for a quick lunch at a local diner; options like Black Bear Burritos offer casual, affordable eats to fuel your trip.
USD15-20, 1h

3:30pm

Dispersed Camping at Monongahela National Forest

Set up camp at a free dispersed camping spot in Monongahela National Forest, West Virginia. These areas provide primitive camping with no amenities but offer beautiful forest scenery and tranquility.
Free, Overnight
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Day 2: Travel through West Virginia to North Carolina

West Virginia to North Carolina, USA on April 28, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Camp

Prepare a simple breakfast at your campsite with stocked provisions to conserve budget and enjoy the morning in nature.
Free (self-prepared), 30m

8:00am

Drive towards North Carolina via Blue Ridge Parkway

Drive south traveling along parts of the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway offering beautiful views and places to stop for photos.
Free, 5h

1:00pm

Lunch Stop - Asheville, NC

Lunch at Tupelo Honey, a popular spot in Asheville that serves southern comfort food with locally sourced ingredients.
USD20-25, 1h

3:00pm

Dispersed Camping at Pisgah National Forest

Camp freely within Pisgah National Forest, North Carolina, where dispersed camping is allowed in many areas marked by National Forest maps.
Free, Overnight
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Day 3: North Carolina to South Carolina

South Carolina, USA on April 29, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Camp

Enjoy a peaceful breakfast at your dispersed campsite to start the day refreshed.
Free (self-prepared), 30m

8:00am

Travel from North Carolina to South Carolina

Continue south traveling into South Carolina, targeting Sumter National Forest for camping options.
Free (driving cost only), 4h

12:30pm

Lunch Stop - Columbia, SC

Eat at a local BBQ joint like Midwood Smokehouse which offers affordable, authentic southern barbecue.
USD15-20, 1h

2:30pm

Dispersed Camping at Sumter National Forest

Choose a dispersed camping location in Sumter National Forest, known for its remote areas and outdoor recreation opportunities.
Free, Overnight
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Day 4: South Carolina to Georgia

Georgia, USA on April 30, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Camp

Have a hearty, self-prepared breakfast before traveling deeper south.
Free (self-prepared), 30m

8:00am

Drive to Georgia through Sumter and Chattahoochee National Forests

Traverse from South Carolina into Georgia, exploring passages through national forests suitable for scenic views and eventual dispersed camping.
Free, 4h

12:30pm

Lunch Stop - Athens, GA

Lunch at The National, an affordable eatery with southern-inspired dishes and a cozy atmosphere perfect for a rest stop.
USD15-20, 1h

3:00pm

Dispersed Camping at Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest

Camp free in designated dispersed camping areas within the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest, enjoying peaceful nature before your journey continues or concludes.
Free, Overnight
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