While everyone else is scrambling to get a coveted campsite in state and national parks across the country this summer, there's a whole bunch of public land that's open (and free!) for you to enjoy.

Van camping is the perfect blend of adventure, freedom, and comfort. Whether you’re hitting the road for a weekend or embarking on a cross-country journey, living out of a van lets you explore the ...

Contributing editor Megan Michelson is an award-winning journalist who covers travel and the outdoors for a wide range of publications, including Outside, The New York Times, and the San Francisco ...