The Dude Bus is a cozy, road-tested Alaska adventure machine — a 5-window mini skoolie built for off-grid travel, wild views, and comfortable nights after big days outside.I recommend flying into Kenai Airport from Anchorage to pick up the Bus. I can drop it off at the airport for you! This would be the easiest way of getting the bus and getting out into the Kenai Penensula.This bus has been my full-time home on wheels for the last few years and has carried me around the country more times than I can count. It is reliable, comfortable, and ready for Alaska. Think of it as a small cabin on wheels: warm, simple, practical, and made for chasing mountains, coastlines, glaciers, campfires, and quiet nights under the midnight sun.Inside, you’ll have the comforts that make life on the road feel easy. The kitchen has enough space to cook real meals, whether you’re parked beside a river, tucked into the trees, or eating dinner with a mountain view out the windows. There is a fridge to keep food fresh, cooking and eating utensils, and plenty of storage for gear, groceries, layers, and all the fun stuff you’ll want to bring along.The bus is set up for true off-grid camping with a full solar system, so you should not need to plug in. It also has Starlink Wi-Fi for staying connected in remote places, blackout insulated curtains for privacy and better sleep, and a heater to keep things cozy when the Alaska weather gets chilly.There are tons of windows, which makes the bus feel bright and open during the day and gives you a front-row seat to whatever view you wake up to. At night, the premium memory foam mattress makes it feel more like a tiny cabin than a vehicle.There are three seats with seatbelts, so you can bring friends along safely for the adventure. The bus also comes with camping chairs, bear spray, an ice machine for evening cocktails while parked, and an optional composting toilet. The toilet can be a little different if you have never used one before, but it is nice to have when you need it.The Dude Bus does not have a shower, but that means there is more room for storage, gear, and adventure essentials.What's included• Included features:* 5-window mini skoolie adventure bus
* Full off-grid solar system
* Starlink Wi-Fi
* Heater for cold Alaska nights
* Fridge
* Spacious kitchen setup
* Cooking and eating utensils
* Premium memory foam mattress
* Blackout insulated curtains
* Lots of windows and natural light
* Tons of storage
* 3 seats with seatbelts
* Optional composting toilet
* Ice machine
* Camping chairs
* Bear sprayRecommendationsI recommend exploring the Kenai Peninsula. Seward, Homer, Hope, Whittier, and Cooper Landing have some of my favorite spots.Go snagging for salmon in Seward with Snaggin Waggon.
Go get a drink at the Salty Dog in Homer
Go to a concert in Hope at Creekbend Cafe
Take the tunnel through Whittier
Go fishing in Cooper Landing or Take a river float with Kenai River Dog.I can also share some free campsites for you that I know of around the areas.Other things to noteNo smoking inside the skoolie. Also, if the toilet is returned uncleaned, there will be a $350 fee added to your bill. I don't want to touch your poop. hahaAlso, dont push the school bus too hard going over the passes and no offroading.
* Full off-grid solar system
* Starlink Wi-Fi
* Heater for cold Alaska nights
* Fridge
* Spacious kitchen setup
* Cooking and eating utensils
* Premium memory foam mattress
* Blackout insulated curtains
* Lots of windows and natural light
* Tons of storage
* 3 seats with seatbelts
* Optional composting toilet
* Ice machine
* Camping chairs
* Bear sprayRecommendationsI recommend exploring the Kenai Peninsula. Seward, Homer, Hope, Whittier, and Cooper Landing have some of my favorite spots.Go snagging for salmon in Seward with Snaggin Waggon.
Go get a drink at the Salty Dog in Homer
Go to a concert in Hope at Creekbend Cafe
Take the tunnel through Whittier
Go fishing in Cooper Landing or Take a river float with Kenai River Dog.I can also share some free campsites for you that I know of around the areas.Other things to noteNo smoking inside the skoolie. Also, if the toilet is returned uncleaned, there will be a $350 fee added to your bill. I don't want to touch your poop. hahaAlso, dont push the school bus too hard going over the passes and no offroading.
The Dude Bus is a cozy, road-tested Alaska adventure machine — a 5-window mini skoolie built for off-grid travel, wild views, and comfortable nights after big days outside.I recommend flying into Kenai Airport from Anchorage to pick up the Bus. I can drop it off at the airport for you! This would be the easiest way of getting the bus and getting out into the Kenai Penensula.This bus has been my full-time home on wheels for the last few years and has carried me around the country more times than I can count. It is reliable, comfortable, and ready for Alaska. Think of it as a small cabin on wheels: warm, simple, practical, and made for chasing mountains, coastlines, glaciers, campfires, and quiet nights under the midnight sun.Inside, you’ll have the comforts that make life on the road feel easy. The kitchen has enough space to cook real meals, whether you’re parked beside a river, tucked into the trees, or eating dinner with a mountain view out the windows. There is a fridge to keep food fresh, cooking and eating utensils, and plenty of storage for gear, groceries, layers, and all the fun stuff you’ll want to bring along.The bus is set up for true off-grid camping with a full solar system, so you should not need to plug in. It also has Starlink Wi-Fi for staying connected in remote places, blackout insulated curtains for privacy and better sleep, and a heater to keep things cozy when the Alaska weather gets chilly.There are tons of windows, which makes the bus feel bright and open during the day and gives you a front-row seat to whatever view you wake up to. At night, the premium memory foam mattress makes it feel more like a tiny cabin than a vehicle.There are three seats with seatbelts, so you can bring friends along safely for the adventure. The bus also comes with camping chairs, bear spray, an ice machine for evening cocktails while parked, and an optional composting toilet. The toilet can be a little different if you have never used one before, but it is nice to have when you need it.The Dude Bus does not have a shower, but that means there is more room for storage, gear, and adventure essentials.What's included• Included features:* 5-window mini skoolie adventure bus
* Full off-grid solar system
* Starlink Wi-Fi
* Heater for cold Alaska nights
* Fridge
* Spacious kitchen setup
* Cooking and eating utensils
* Premium memory foam mattress
* Blackout insulated curtains
* Lots of windows and natural light
* Tons of storage
* 3 seats with seatbelts
* Optional composting toilet
* Ice machine
* Camping chairs
* Bear sprayRecommendationsI recommend exploring the Kenai Peninsula. Seward, Homer, Hope, Whittier, and Cooper Landing have some of my favorite spots.Go snagging for salmon in Seward with Snaggin Waggon.
Go get a drink at the Salty Dog in Homer
Go to a concert in Hope at Creekbend Cafe
Take the tunnel through Whittier
Go fishing in Cooper Landing or Take a river float with Kenai River Dog.I can also share some free campsites for you that I know of around the areas.Other things to noteNo smoking inside the skoolie. Also, if the toilet is returned uncleaned, there will be a $350 fee added to your bill. I don't want to touch your poop. hahaAlso, dont push the school bus too hard going over the passes and no offroading.
* Full off-grid solar system
* Starlink Wi-Fi
* Heater for cold Alaska nights
* Fridge
* Spacious kitchen setup
* Cooking and eating utensils
* Premium memory foam mattress
* Blackout insulated curtains
* Lots of windows and natural light
* Tons of storage
* 3 seats with seatbelts
* Optional composting toilet
* Ice machine
* Camping chairs
* Bear sprayRecommendationsI recommend exploring the Kenai Peninsula. Seward, Homer, Hope, Whittier, and Cooper Landing have some of my favorite spots.Go snagging for salmon in Seward with Snaggin Waggon.
Go get a drink at the Salty Dog in Homer
Go to a concert in Hope at Creekbend Cafe
Take the tunnel through Whittier
Go fishing in Cooper Landing or Take a river float with Kenai River Dog.I can also share some free campsites for you that I know of around the areas.Other things to noteNo smoking inside the skoolie. Also, if the toilet is returned uncleaned, there will be a $350 fee added to your bill. I don't want to touch your poop. hahaAlso, dont push the school bus too hard going over the passes and no offroading.
Quick summary
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Embark on wild Alaska adventures with this cozy, off-grid mini skoolie.
Stay connected anywhere with solar power and Starlink Wi-Fi for remote comfort.
It's Alaska-ready, fully stocked with kitchen essentials and camping gear.
Warm nights await on a premium bed, with an ice machine for evening cocktails!
2003 Chevrolet Express s3500
Length
20 ft
20 ft
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Gasoline
Gross Weight
10,000 lbs
10,000 lbs
Sleeps
2
2
Seatbelts
3
3
Sleeping arrangements
1 bed
Queen bed
1
1
Host add-ons
Fishing Gear
The Dude Bus
Dates
Features
2003 Chevrolet Express s3500
- Sleeps 2
- 3 seatbelts
- Fuel type: Gas
- Automatic transmission
- Gross weight: 10,000 lbs
- Sleeps 2
- 3 seatbelts
- Fuel type: Gas
- Automatic transmission
- Gross weight: 10,000 lbs
Amenities
- Linens included
- Toilet
- Toilet paper
- Generator
- Solar
- Electric hookup (30 Amps)
- Wi-Fi
- Radio
- Stove
- Linens included
- Toilet
- Toilet paper
- Generator
- Solar
- Electric hookup (30 Amps)
- Wi-Fi
- Radio
- Stove
Nearby places to stay
Sterling, AK • Exact location provided after booking
1. Bing Brown's RV Park and Motel
Sterling, AK • 2 miles away
2. Creek View Campground
Seward, AK • 49 miles away
3. Nash Bayfront Campground
Seward, AK • 52 miles away
4. Driftwood Inn & RV Park
Homer, AK • 67 miles away
5. Ocean Shores RV Park
Homer, AK • 67 miles away
Availability and RV fit not guaranteed. Please verify directly with campgrounds before booking.
Sterling, AK • Exact location provided after booking
Rules and policies
• Dont trash it
• Dont take it offroad
• no smoking
• no pets
• return toilet clean
• Dont trash it
• Dont take it offroad
• no smoking
• no pets
• return toilet clean
- 11 AM start time
3 PM end time - Music festival friendly
- Tailgating friendly
- Not pet friendly
- No smoking
- Mileage: 200 free miles / day
- Unlimited generator hours
Cancellation: Moderate
Meet your host, Brad Booth Media
Member since 2022
Hey, my name is Brad and I'm a freelance photographer and videographer that travels full-time either in a van, car, or sailboat. I have been on the road for 5 years now and I am excited to share the same experiences I've had with everyone else.
Hey, my name is Brad and I'm a freelance photographer and videographer that travels full-time either in a van, car, or sailboat. I have been on the road for 5 years now and I am excited to share the same experiences I've had with everyone else.
