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trip-planning

How to Find Places to Camp — The Map Tools and Sources We Actually Use

Jul 26, 2026

We don’t rely on one app. Here’s the actual stack we run to find campsites and trails — OnX Offroad, Google Earth, a tablet mounted on the dash, and the one visual clue that beats every app: the fire ring.

Mojave Desert

Best Seasons for Different Mojave Regions — When to Go Where

Jun 21, 2026

The Mojave corridor runs from sea level to 11,000 feet and spans four states. Seasonal timing that works in the low desert makes no sense in canyon country Utah. Here’s how we think about the calendar for different parts of the territory.