THE INS AND OUT OF MAKING SURE YOUR FREE CAMPSITE IS SECURE

For many of us, taking off for remote locations with beautiful scenery is the goal we’re all striving for, and we spend and modify our setup to make the most of our trips. All up, with the vehicle, rig and modifications, it’s not cheap — and pesky thieves know it. According to the ABS, 2.7 per cent of households experienced theft from a motor vehicle in 2019–20, similar to the previous year of 2.5 per cent.

While travellers in Australia are known to help you out whenever in need, thefts do happen, so it’s better to be safe than sorry and have some prior knowledge of how to keep your campsite safe and secure before heading off. Some precautions are simple, while others are more advanced — but there are options to suit every budget.