Quick answer
If you are comparing Crossroads alternatives, start with what you need: RME for a vehicle-travel community, events and caravans; Meetup for local activities around shared interests; or a campsite directory such as iOverlander when the main task is finding a stop. We have not verified a Crossroads shutdown, so this is a comparison of options, not a closure announcement.
Key points
- Crossroads’ official site still describes its community and location-sharing features.
- Choose for the task: meeting travelers, joining local activities or finding campsites.
- Compare privacy controls and current availability before moving your plans.
- RME cannot import another app’s friends, chats or travel history.
First, a correction about Crossroads
On November 1, 2026, the Crossroads official website (opens in a new tab) described nearby community events, approximate friend-location sharing, Hidden Mode and overlapping travel plans. We did not find a verified closure announcement there.
That does not prove every feature works for every person today. It does mean we should not tell readers its users have been abandoned or that the app has shut down. Check Crossroads’ own site and linked status page for current access and service information.
What do you want the replacement to do?
The most useful comparison begins with an ordinary travel day. Are you trying to meet someone in the place you just reached, find a scheduled activity, stay in touch with people you already know, or locate a campground? Those are related needs, but a single list of app names can hide the differences.
For a traveling community, look at the way profiles, conversation and plans connect. For a one-off local activity, search the date and town rather than expecting every attendee to live in a vehicle. For a campsite, prioritize current access information and reviews rather than the size of a social network.
Where RME fits
RME brings Meet, Friends Map, public events and caravans into a community for adults traveling in vans, RVs, buses, skoolies and other vehicles. The website helps you discover public gatherings; the app is where you request or join participation, meet the people involved and use the group chat.
Friends Map and Trailprint serve different purposes. Friends Map shares an active location according to your settings. Trailprint is your optional saved travel-history map. Review each set of privacy controls separately.
Our founder story explains why I started with the people problem. That is the reason to consider RME, rather than a promise that any app has the largest local crowd or is the right choice for every traveler.
Move plans carefully, without losing the people
Before changing apps, agree with your friends where the next conversation will happen. Recreate only the plans and content you have permission to share, and verify event details with the organizer. RME does not import Crossroads friends, chats or location history.
Do not assume privacy settings carry across. Review who can see your profile, your current location and any saved route before adding people. Keep an independent copy of essential meeting instructions for times when connectivity is poor.
Try one real plan before making a decision
Pick an upcoming stop and look for an event, a local group or a relevant conversation. Read the rules, check when the listing was updated and send a useful introduction. Whether people respond to that actual plan is more informative than a generic “best app” ranking.
For other comparisons, see apps to meet vanlifers and iOverlander alternatives. If you are ready to choose a trip, start with the 2027 events calendar.
Options for different parts of the trip
RME publishes this comparison. These options address different needs; the order is not a ranking. Check current access, plans and local activity on each official site.
RME — Roam Meet Explore
Best for: Adult van, RV, bus and nomad community
Meet travelers, find gatherings and coordinate in the app. Friends Map offers active-location controls; Trailprint records an optional private-by-default travel history.
Meetup (opens in a new tab)
Best for: Local groups and activities around shared interests
Look for a walk, hobby group or social activity in the town you are visiting. Check the host’s event details and attendance requirements.
iOverlander (opens in a new tab)
Best for: Finding campsites and overland services
A traveler-contributed place directory. Useful when the immediate need is a stop or service, rather than a direct substitute for a traveling friend group.
Frequently asked questions
Has Crossroads shut down?
We have not verified a shutdown. Its official website still describes the app’s features. Check its official site and linked status page for current service information.
What is a Crossroads alternative for vanlife community?
RME is one option for adult vehicle travelers who want profiles, conversations, events, caravans and location-sharing controls. Try it against the plans and places relevant to your trip.
Is Meetup the same kind of app?
Meetup centers on local groups and activities around shared interests. It can help you meet people at a stop, even when the group is not specifically for vehicle travelers.
Can I import Crossroads friends or chats into RME?
No. RME does not import another app’s friends, messages or travel history. Agree with your friends how to reconnect and recreate plans only with the relevant permission.
Sources
Sources and further reading are listed below. Research dates and any illustrative assumptions are identified in the article. Tell us at support@roammeetexplore.com if something has changed.
Disclosure: RME publishes this page. We make RME. Other apps, events and tours mentioned are run by their respective organizations. Check their current details before making plans.