Our Google map may assist you in planning a road trip or looking for suggestions, such as a campsite or places of interest to stop at along your route. This map may help you, whether for one night or two or a camp for a week. Click on the map below.
There are ten layers on the map –you can select and display one layer separately or display multiple layers simultaneously. For example, the 1st Layer of flags is Yellow.
Note: If you do not see the Yellow flags, you did not do anything wrong. It just means the Webmaster is on the site and adding more flags to the maps. Do not let that stop you from viewing the map.
Depending upon your Internet speed, the page load time for the map may take as long as 10 seconds.
Click on the box at the top left of the map labeled MASTER will allow you to turn on or off the various layers. Next, click on the square box at the top right of the map, or the wheel on your mouse will enlarge the map.
Ten (10) layers contain nineteen (19) various items of interest to truck campers and others while planning a road trip. The map is a work in progress and primarily based upon the recommendations from fellow truck campers. Updating the map and pages on the site occurs when internet service and time are available while we are on the road.
1st layer
The YELLOW flags – are a list of camping sites that are either Free (free is always a good thing) or are less than $40 per night – they include Boondocking sites (ex. city, county parks), BLM sites, National Forests, National Parks, Corp of Engineers and some recommended state parks. As of today, this Layer totals over 3006 locations.
NEW – Boondocking sites in the USA are GREEN circles with a tent symbol inside. The time you can spend at these sites overnight varies from one night (EX. visitor centers) to unlimited camping sites.
The GREEN flags are a list of camping sites in Canada. This list is currently in progress. When time and Internet service are available, we will add more locations.
The BLUE flags are a list of Visitor Centers and District Offices where you can obtain camping information such as maps and locate restrictions.
NEW –Purple flags for Faithful Parking – connects tired RVers looking for a place to rest overnight with faith-based groups that provide quiet and empty parking lots. Travelers get a good night’s sleep, and the host receives a small donation. You can find more information and make reservations on faithfulparking.com.
2nd layer
There is a partial list of Cracker Barrel Old Country Store locations where other truck campers have reported spending a night passing through the area.
3rd layer –
A list of Casinos that allow free overnight stays. Included are casinos that have adjacent RV parks. In addition, many casinos request truck campers to check in with security and be directed to the proper RV parking area.
4th layer –
Olive GREEN flags – trailheads for those that are adventurous.
The BLACK flags are locations you may want to consider adding to your Bucket List or a Worth Visiting list. For example, Nature’s Wonders (waterfalls, caves, unusual sights, etc.) tour at the manufacturer’s faculties and some museums may be of interest to visit. Some of the tours are free, and others cost. As of today, this Layer totals over 2214 locations.
TAN flags – are a participial list of exciting sites found along Route 66.
RED flags – are a participial list of Hot Springs. Note – some hot springs do not allow bathing suits.
BLUE flags – a partial list of Visitor Center.
5th layer
The BLACK flags are for RV parks with three or fewer star ratings (out of a possible high of 5 stars) by other truck campers and RV campers. The source for the rating is in the note for each site. As of today, this layer totals 33 RV parks. Enough said about this list.
6th layer
The RED flags are for RV parks that other truck campers have recommended, with the cost per night NOT considered. As of April 1st, parks that charge over $50 per night may not be flagging. This Layer totals over 509 RV parks.a
GREEN flags -are for Harvest Host locations recommended by other truck campers. This list is currently also “a work in progress.”
Also, BLUE flags are RV Campgrounds where clothing is optional.
7th layer
The RED flags – Cabala’s or Bass Pro – are a good place for truck campers to stop for the night as you are passing through on the Interstate. As of today, this Layer totals over 136 locations.
8th layer
The BLUE flags are National Park Sites not listed in the first layer. As of today, this Layer totals over 335 locations.
9th layer
This Layer totals over 2107 dump stations.
The GRAY flags are Dump Stations locations or stations that charge a fee.
PURPLE flags are Dump Stations locations where there is no NO FEE.
On this layer are Dump Stations along Interstates.
Where Portable Water has also been reported to be available.
NEW – RED flags are locations where you can refill your propane tanks. Not included on this layer are places where propane tanks can exchange.
10th lAYER
The ORANGE flags indicate restaurants and dinners that other truck campers have recommended. As of today, this Layer totals over 421 restaurants and dinners.
We want to hear from you – if you have a location you enjoyed visiting, a camping park, or a dining restaurant, please email us at webmaster@northeast-truckcampers.org. Add your selection in the subject line, and we will add it to our map.
We and other TCers will thank you.
We do not collect email addresses or charge $$ for using this site. Thus, an error in detail or grammar is possible and will be corrected as soon as possible.
Feel free to email us any suggestions, comments, or corrections that you feel need to webmaster@northeast-truckcampers.org. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
“Thank you & safe travels to you and your family.”
