Salton Sea

Let’s be honest. Los Angeles has everything you need: Beaches, skyscrapers, desert hikes, a foodie scene; the list goes on. However, sometimes you just need a complete change of scenery. Lucky for us, California is filled with adventurous spots that are only a car ride away. Here is a list of the best road trips to take from Los Angeles.

Hi! We're Andrew and Brenna, currently living full-time in our Ram Promaster as we venture through the U.S. The southwest has found its place in our hearts due to the abundance of amazing locations to camp for FREE. There are thousands of acres of BLM and National Forest land that allow you to stay entirely free! The places in this guide are our can't-miss campsites, and we'll continue to update this guide whenever we find somewhere new. All of these spots can be found on iOverlander and can be accessed with a 2WD vehicle. Please remember to pack in and pack out so we can keep these areas clean and free!