Are you dreaming of escaping the city and immersing yourself in nature? Camping offers the perfect escape, but with countless campgrounds, finding the ideal spot can be overwhelming. I’ve created a list of 10 amazing campgrounds across the United States, each offering unique experiences for every type of camper.
1. Glacier National Park, Montana
Many Glacier is one of the most popular campsites in Glacier National Parks. With its astonishing views and landscapes, it will surely make its place in everyone’s top 5. It has about 110 campsites for RV and tent camping. Though you have to keep in mind that it is very difficult to get a spot so it is recommended to book a reservation. There are enough showers and sources of water throughout the campsites so you don’t have to worry about drinking water. There are a bunch of activities that you can explore including hiking, fishing, boating, Horse riding, and many more. Also don’t forget to bring your binoculars for wildlife viewing.
Be aware of grizzly and black bears. They are quite frequent in the area. So keep your food and other utensils in a closed secured place when you are done with your food.
2. Letchworth State Park, New York
It is called the Grand Canyon of the Northeast. So you know what to expect, There are some really beautiful waterfalls and a lot of places to visit. It is one of the most popular camping sites in New York so make sure you have a reservation. There are a lot of campgrounds including Silverlake, Letchworth Valley Camp, and The Ridge Campground. Make sure you check out all of them before picking your spot not to mention they all offer amazing views and great facilities. You’ll find toilets and showers nearby if you look for them no matter where you are so you don’t have to worry about that.
3. Shenandoah National Park, Virginia
Just about 75 miles from Washington D.C you’ll get to see spectacular waterfalls, epic trailing hikes, and amazing landscapes in Shenandoah National Park. There are about 600 campsites spread across 5 major campgrounds. There are sites for both tent and RV camping. Also, many sites get booked even 3 months in advance so make sure you have a reservation before visiting.
4. Acadia National Park, Maine
Camping is a year-round pleasure in Acadia National Park. There are 3 campgrounds in total (Blackwoods Campground, Seawall Campground, and Schoodic Woods Campground) and all the campsites in these campgrounds are reservation only. There is a free bus shuttle that will take you around the island. There are enough freshwater sources, restrooms, and toilets scattered around the campgrounds. You can do activities like climbing, fishing, boating, hiking, and many more apart from camping.
5. Big Bend National Park, Texas
If you are looking for backcountry camping then Big Bend National Park is the right place for you with solitude, wilderness, and adventure. The park offers vast amounts of open space, rivers, canyons, and hot springs along with some amazing landscapes that can take your breath away. Also, some say Mexican black bears are to be seen in the area so be aware of that. There are a total of 4 campgrounds among which about 60 campsites have access to toilets, running water, and a dump station. There are no hook-ups and RVs over 25 feet are not recommended. There are plenty of hiking trails for you to hike along with a bunch of other activities.
6. Ozark National Forest, Arkansas
This is another place where you can do backcountry camping almost anywhere and get lost in the wilderness. There are also some places reserved for tent and RV camping as well. With St. Francis and Mississippi rivers running through the forest along with lakes, valleys, and spots for hiking, fishing, swimming, and boating it makes a perfect destination for campers looking for an adventure.
7. Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming
Grand Teton National Park has basically everything that you can think of. It has 6 different front country campgrounds with an RV park and a tent village. There are over 1000 sites scattered across 7 campgrounds. There are also fantastic options for backcountry camping as well. Keep in mind that you have to get a reservation to get a campsite. Also, keep your food sealed and locked otherwise bears might also want to join in.
8 . Olympic National Park, Washington
If you are into rainforests, alpine terrains, and beaches then Olympic National Park is just the place for you to camp. It has over 900 campsites spread across 15 different campgrounds. Most of the campgrounds are first come first serve so it is recommended to come as early as possible. There are no RV hook-ups and showers. Most of the campsites allow only tents some allow RVs of 21 feet and very few sites allow RVs of 35 feet.
9. Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona
The Grand Canyon is one of those places that you will truly appreciate once you see it with your own eyes. The canyon divides the park into south and north rims. The more popular south rim has 3 campgrounds and the north rim has one campground. Whilst the south rim has more facilities along with an airport and rail service the north rim offers you the wildest experiences and it is harder to reach. The north rim remains closed during the winter. The park also offers 3 backcountry campgrounds which can only be reached by hiking or riding a mule. Both of the rims require a reservation in advance. You can do tent and RV camping though none of the campgrounds has any RV hook-ups.
10. Yosemite National Park, California
Yosemite is one of the most magnificent spectacles in America if not Earth. It is filled with granite monoliths, huge sequoias, jaw-dropping waterfalls, and miles of untouched wilderness. The park has 13 campgrounds and requires a reservation in advance to get a campsite. Many sites require a reservation even a year earlier because of its unreal popularity. There is just a lot to explore in Yosemite and you will never run out of things to do. There are options for both tent and RV camping. But be aware of storing your foods In lockers because black bears are seen roaming around the park.