Top 10 U.S. Camping Destinations
From volcanic skylines to wild horse beaches, these are the U.S. camping trips that actually live up to the hype. One image, ten unforgettable destinations.
1) Yosemite National Park, California
Granite cliffs, towering waterfalls, and star-filled skies. Best campgrounds: Upper Pines, Tuolumne Meadows. Don’t miss: Sunrise at Glacier Point.
2) Denali National Park, Alaska
Wildlife encounters and North America’s tallest peak. Best campground: Teklanika River. Don’t miss: Wildlife bus into the park’s interior.
3) Joshua Tree National Park, California
Surreal rock formations and iconic Joshua trees under a galaxy of stars. Best campgrounds: Jumbo Rocks, Hidden Valley. Don’t miss: Keys View at dusk.
4) Voyageurs National Park, Minnesota
Water-based camping on remote islands. Best experience: Island campsites. Don’t miss: Northern Lights over the lake.
5) Assateague Island National Seashore, Maryland
Oceanfront camping with wild horses roaming free. Best camp zones: Oceanside Drive-in, Bayside. Don’t miss: Night beach walks.
6) Haleakalā National Park, Maui, Hawaii
Sunrise above the clouds from a volcanic summit. Best camp options: Hosmer Grove, Kīpahulu. Don’t miss: Sliding Sands trail.
7) Big Bend National Park, Texas
Desert canyons, hot springs, and starry nights. Best campgrounds: Chisos Basin, Rio Grande Village. Don’t miss: Santa Elena Canyon paddle.
8) Zion National Park, Utah
Red-rock cliffs and slot canyons glowing in sunlight. Best campgrounds: Watchman, South. Don’t miss: Canyon Overlook at sunrise.
9) Acadia National Park, Maine
Rocky coastline, carriage roads, and pine-scented air. Best campgrounds: Blackwoods, Seawall. Don’t miss: Cadillac Mountain sunrise.
10) Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming
Jagged peaks rising from valley floors. Best campgrounds: Jenny Lake, Colter Bay, Gros Ventre. Don’t miss: Sunrise at Mormon Row.
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