So you’ve got the urge to live in your van? Undoubtedly, here in the United States, the west coast is the best coast for vanlife. The weather is mild. The culture is laid back. And the views out of your van window are guaranteed to be unbelievable. But just like anyplace with so many positives, there are bound to be some drawbacks.

While vanlife is all about being open to experiencing life as it comes to you, it’s always good practice to be prepared. Before you say goodbye to conventional living and hit the road check out my list of the 5 best and worst cities for urban boondocking.