The US National Park system cares for and maintains some of the most stunning places in America, all of them available for you to enjoy an incredible camping adventure.
We’ve put together the best national park camping guides that you’ll find on the internet.
With the best places to camp, what to pack, what to expect in each and park, and some of the best things to do at each national park.
Three islands in the South Pacific create the National Park of American Samoa. This is one of the most unique American national parks, and I can tell you from experience it’s a place you’re going to want to experience. It is the only land in the National Park System that exists beneath the equator. The …
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Whether you’re a camping connoisseur or total newbie, there are just some aspects of Acadia National Park that make this experience different from all the rest. Located primarily on Maine’s Mount Desert Island, this 47,000 acre recreational area is one of the most beautiful spots in the country. Camping here is a goal that’s on …
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“The redwoods, once seen, leave a mark or create a vision that stays with you always. No one has ever successfully painted or photographed a redwood tree. The feeling they produce is not transferable. From them comes silence and awe. It’s not only their unbelievable stature, nor the color which seems to shift and vary …
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Badlands National Park is located in southwestern South Dakota. The truly desolate and completely unique landscape is home to vast grasslands as well as extensively eroded rock formations. The bizarre and colorful rocky structures combined with the absolute isolation far from civilization make this a must-see national park. And, like always, our favorite way to …
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“Far away in northwestern Montana, hidden from view by clustering mountain peaks, lies an unmapped corner – the Crown of the Continent.” – George Bird Grinnell (1901) Glacier National Park in Montana is known as the “Crown of the Continent Ecosystem.” The vast pristine wilderness is home to thousands of plant and animal species, including …
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Oregon’s only national park (and the fifth oldest in the nation!), Crater Lake National Park is an incredibly popular Pacific Northwest camping destination thanks to its beautiful scenery, abundant hiking trails, and peaceful campgrounds. Although this Oregon national park has a lot to offer, the obvious focal point is the titular Crater Lake, a stunningly …
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Are you planning a Congaree National Park camping trip? With just two small tent campgrounds, both walk-up only, plus ample backcountry camping opportunities, Congaree National Park is a far cry from the hustle and bustle of America’s more popular national parks. This South Carolinian wonderland protects a peaceful expanse of old growth bottomland hardwood forest, …
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Camping in Theodore Roosevelt National Park is my favorite way to explore this stunning part of western North Dakota. An often overlooked and definitely underrated gem, this national park is known for its expansive stretches of rugged, stark, and spectacularly-colored badlands as well as ample wildlife viewing opportunities, especially bison and wild horses. Spread out …
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Big Bend National Park is arguably the crown jewel of Texas. Spanning over 800,000 acres, this remote national park (over 200 miles from the nearest major city) is truly one of the last frontiers in the contiguous United States. Not only does Big Bend encompass the entire Chisos Mountain range, but it’s also home to …
Sequoia National Park is just one of nine national parks in California – but that’s no reason to pass it up. Not only is it contiguous with Kings Canyon National Park to the north, but Yosemite National Park is just a short drive away. While Sequoia is worth a visit in and of itself, many …
Camping in Pinnacles National Park is the best way to take in the rocky spires, seas of wildflowers, and wild talus caves that this California national park is best known for. Despite its proximity to San Francisco (just three hours away by car), Pinnacles receives only a fraction of the visitors (roughly 220,000) than equidistant …
One of the best outdoor experiences in all of Wyoming is camping in Grand Teton National Park. Whether you visit for a day or an entire week, there’s plenty to see and do in the national park and the surrounding area. While taking in the stunning peaks of the Teton Range and oft-photographed historic sites …
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If you’ve been considering a camping trip to the mountains, there is no better place to start than Rocky Mountain National Park. Located in Colorado’s Front Range, the park is close to Denver and Boulder, making it a perfect destination for tourists flying in and locals alike. Rocky Mountain National Park has plenty to offer …
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I live in Minnesota and there are plenty of beautiful places to camp and enjoy the outdoors. But, if you’re looking for a little change in scenery, Camping in the Black Hills of South Dakota is a great option that offers lots of excitement and beautiful places to see within kid-friendly driving distance. The Black …
My husband and I have traveled plenty of places together, but we still keep wanting to go back to the Black Hills to recreate our absolute favorite camping trip! If you or your family are planning a vacation to Black Hills National Forest in South Dakota, you won’t be without entertainment and excitement! There are …
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