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5 Best Places to Camp in the USA

Nov 6, 2022

Are you planning to go camping on your holidays? Well then, you have landed on the right place. If you are looking for the best places to camp in the USA, well that you need not worry about. There are many distinct built-up camping grounds with running water and electricity available for RV parking. Also, there are plenty of locations for Backcountry Camping for experienced hikers interested in some rough experience.

Take a look at some of the list of names that can arouse your interest:

1. Acadia National Park in Maine

This national park is known as the Pine Tree State’s natural jewel. Located on the Mount Desert Island, the park boasts 17 million acres of forest, 6,000 ponds and lakes, and 32,000 miles of streams and rivers. The park features three campgrounds – Blackwoods; which is close to Bar Harbor, Seawall; which is less touristy, and Schoodic Woods; located on the Schoodic Peninsula. Check out the Acadia National Park website for more information.

2. Many Glacier Campground in Montana

If you are wondering about the name, well this campground, situated in the Mountain West region, has a spectacular view of the Swiftcurrent Lake, which is surrounded by five of the Glacier National Park’s iconic peaks. The campground also provides access to many of the park’s amenities, like grocery store, restaurant, and more. If you are into photography, then this a good location to spot wildlife like bears and moose as they frequent ground. Just make sure to follow the “Wildlife Leave No Trace” rule. Make sure to keep this point in your ultimate camping checklist. Oh, pets are welcome here.

3. Minnewaska State Park Reserve in New York

The State Park is located 94 miles outside of the New York City. It sits on the Shawangunk Ridge, is 2000 ft. above sea level, and surrounded by rocky terrain. The place is spacious enough, allowing campaigners to hike, ride bikes, and enjoy the view.

4. Alabama Hills Recreation Area in California

This campground is noted it’s scenic beauty and has been the filming location for many Hollywood blockbusters like Iron Man and Gladiator. This location is flanked by the Inyo Mountain on one side and the Sierra Nevada on the other side. You could take your pets here but you will need to check which of the places are open for setting up camps. The authorities only allow to camp on marked sites. Also check whether special permits are required now.

5. Shenandoah National Park in Virginia

This place is short drive from Washington D.C. and boasts 500 miles of trials, which include an eight-mile hike up the Old Rag Mountain, which is a favorite hiking trail for avid hikers. The park also features plenty of waterfalls and forests. Visitors can choose from five campgrounds, which are open in Spring, Summer, and Fall.