A list of the 13 most stunning campsites in the United States: pristine nature x wilderness adventure. It would be great to camp here once in your lifetime!

The United States has always been proud of its “wilderness spirit,” which may be why Americans yearn to go camping in the wild so much. Reminding me of Reese Witherspoon’s movie Wild, I packed up my bags and headed for unknown challenges, far away from urban civilization. Survive in the wilderness, and at the same time see the most primitive and touching nature, allowing you to have close contact with the canyons, mountains, lakes and stars.

The 13 most popular campsites in the United States are the most primitive and the most physically demanding. They are recommended to all adventurers who are full of fearless spirit of challenge. After reading this, plan a wilderness challenge to challenge yourself and start walking hard!

1. Kent Mountain, CO

Website: https://kentmountain.com/programs/cliff-camping/

Ever heard of camping hanging from a cliff? Want to try what this feels like? Kent Mountain in Colorado can fulfill your wish: climb up the cliff and camp on the edge of the cliff, enjoy a meal while overlooking the valley below. This is a unique experience that you will definitely remember!

*Camping prices are $995 for a single person and $1,400 for a double.

2. Yellowstone National Park, WY

Website: http://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/campgrounds.htm

The 12 campsites in Yellowstone Park each have their own characteristics, including those near the lake and those where wildlife is easy to see. Since the hinterland of Yellowstone Park is vast, when choosing a campsite, the distance to the attractions you want to visit and the degree of complete facilities are the main principles.

* These twelve campsites can be reserved online . Reservations can be made through the official recreation.gov website of the National Park or the yellowstonenationalparklodges.com website.

3. Yosemite National Park, CA

Website: http://www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/campgrounds.htm

Nearly 95% of Yosemite National Park retains the most primitive natural features. There are a total of 13 campsites to choose from. You can lie under the stars, surrounded by mountains and rivers, and have the opportunity to encounter wild animals. The beauty of Yosemite is The grounds are a great camping option.

*Please note that this summer until 2024/10/27, advance reservation is required to enter Yosemite National Park. You can also enter Yosemite with a campground or hotel reservation, and no additional Day-Use Reservation is required.

4. Joshua Tree National Park, CA

Website: http://www.nps.gov/jotr/planyourvisit/campgrounds.htm

Camping in the desert may not sound that interesting, but the desert landscape of Joshua Tree National Park presents different scenery from morning to night. It is well worth spending a night here. People who like rock climbing cannot miss the strange and strange scenery here. rock!

＊ Most campsites require advance reservation. You can first go to https://www.recreation.gov/  to reserve the campsite you want to stay at. The remaining private campgrounds Hidden Valley, White Tank, and Belle Campgrounds are on a first-come, first-served basis.

5. Arches National Park, UT

Website: http://www.nps.gov/arch/planyourvisit/camping.htm

Arches National Park is famous for the natural arches formed by the weathering of the rocks. They come in various shapes. The nature seen from the arches has a unique flavor. Camping here can not only see the beauty of the light and shadow reflected on the arches at various times. , watching the stars at night is another kind of shocking beauty!

*The only campsite in the national park, Devils Garden Campground, is most popular from March to October every year. You can reserve the campsite online in advance.

6. Zion National Park, UT

Website: http://www.nps.gov/zion/planyourvisit/campgrounds-in-zion.htm

Zion has always been one of the most popular national parks. It has various terrains, canyon cliffs, and many wild animals. The rich natural landscape also makes it the first choice for camping for many people. Stay here for a few nights. You can explore Zion’s dizzyingly beautiful scenery. When visiting Zion National Park, you must not miss Angels Landing and The Narrow.

*There are three campsites in the national park. Among them, Watchman Campground can be booked online six months in advance. Lava Point Campground accepts reservations only . South Campground is undergoing lengthy renovations and has not yet opened for operation.

7. Shash Dine, AZ

Website: http://www.shashdine.com/

If you don’t want to prepare your own camping equipment, but still want to experience the fun of camping, the Shash Dine Indian Reservation Campground in Arizona provides you with a choice of cabins and tents, and a dedicated person will prepare everything you need for camping. , while enjoying the surrounding nature, this new, luxurious camping method is called Glamping, which is a new word combining glamorous and camping.

8. Grand Canyon National Park, AZ

Website: http://www.nps.gov/grca/planyourvisit/camping.htm

Need another reason to draw you here? This is the Grand Canyon! The South Rim of the Grand Canyon is where most people choose to camp. Walk down to the bottom of the canyon to camp, and then look up from the bottom. Although you have to walk a long trail, I believe this other shocking beauty will definitely amaze you. Can’t forget.

*There are year-round and seasonal campgrounds on the South Rim of the Grand Canyon. There are only seasonal campgrounds on the North Rim, open from approximately April/May to September/October.

9. Acadia National Park, ME

Website: http://www.nps.gov/acad/planyourvisit/camping.htm

Acadia National Park in Maine is mainly composed of mountain sand islands and adjacent small islands. It is a peninsula facing the Atlantic Ocean, with various terrains and a large pine forest. Setting up a tent here can not only experience forest picnics For fun, you can also go hiking and enjoy the beautiful scenery of the harbor and lakes.

* There are three campsites in the national park, two of which are located on the main Mount Desert Island and the other one is located on the Schoodic Peninsula. Both require reservations on Recreation.gov .

10. Assateague Island National Seashore, MD

Website: http://www.nps.gov/asis/planyourvisit/marylandcamping.htm

If you want to experience camping on the beach, then come to Assateague Island National Seashore in Maryland. This campsite is mainly on the beach. Not only can you engage in various water activities, fish and catch shrimps, but you can also often see the handsome wild horses unique to Assateague Island!

*On Assateague Island, camping is only available in the Maryland district. Oceanside and Bayside campgrounds have different reservation regulations according to different seasons. Details can be read on the website.

11. Olympic National Park, WA

Website: http://www.nps.gov/olym/planyourvisit/camping.htm

In Olympic National Park, you can see three different ecological environments at once: temperate rainforest, seaside and snow-capped mountains. You can also experience the distinct four-season climate. What’s more special is that even though you are camping in the forest, you can hear the waves. The sound of lapping on the shore.

*Some campsites are open year-round, and some campsites are only open in the summer. For example, Mora Campground requires advance reservation in summer, and most campsites are first-come, first-served.

12. Glacier National Park, MT

Website: http://www.nps.gov/glac/planyourvisit/camping.htm

In Montana’s Glacier National Park, you can see a variety of terrains cut by glaciers, including valleys, lakes, waterfalls, etc. You can often see sambar deer, elk, and the iconic snow sheep and bighorn sheep here. Wild animals, but be careful, there are also bears in Glacier National Park so be careful!

*The campgrounds are divided into campsites that require reservation and first-come, first-served. The first-come, first-served campsites include Bowman Lake Campground, Cut Bank Campground, Kintla Lake Campground, Logging Creek Campground, Quartz Creek Campground, and Rising Sun Campground. Campgrounds that require reservations include Apgar Campground, Avalanche Campground, Fish Creek Campground, Many Glacier Campground, St. Mary Campground, Sprague Creek Campground, and Two Medicine Campground.

13. Havasupai Indian Reservation, AZ

Website: https://www.havasupaireservations.com/

The mysterious Havasupai tribe, located in the Grand Canyon of Arizona, USA, is the smallest Indian village in the United States. The name of the tribe “Havasu” means blue-green water, and “pai” refers to people, so “Havasupai” means “people who live by the blue-green water”! Havasu Creek, a stunning year-round turquoise stream, flows through nearby villages before plunging 1,400 feet into five stunning waterfalls. The straight line distance here is very close to the Grand Canyon, so the shape and style of the canyon are very similar, but here you can see a completely different style from the Grand Canyon. Since the canyon is an Indian reservation, you must obtain permission to enter the reservation by booking a hotel room or campground before coming here. In addition to cabins, there are also camping options, where you can camp in the valley next to the turquoise stream.