Are you sick of city life? If you are, it may be time to get out into the countryside for some fresh air. There’s nothing better than escaping from the city for a few nights to go camping. It’s the perfect family holiday. It won’t cost you an arm and a leg. The kids will love the novelty of staying in tents, and they can enjoy all the space to run around in.
You won’t have to travel so far to hit a great campsite. There are many dotted across the United States, so there should be one within driving distance of your home. Want more information about five of the best? Check out this list.
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Moab
Head to Utah to experience everything Moab has to offer. The town is very close to the Canyonlands National Park. Movie fans will be in their element as the region has been used in many films. 127 Hours was filmed in Blue John Canyon, Horseshoe Canyon and other nearby sites. As it is a popular destination for hikers and other outdoor adventurers, there are many campsites in the area.
Glacier National Park
Not only is this national park a fantastic camping area, but its rocky landscape is perfect for large RVs. The area benefits from a fabulous location in Montana’s Rocky Mountains. You’ll find breathtaking scenery made up of snow-capped mountains and glistening lakes. There’s plenty of cool wildlife to spot too, including grizzly bears and mountain goats. Take a walk to the photogenic Hidden Lake for some stunning holiday snaps.
Joshua Tree National Park
Head to the south of California to see some of America’s famous trees. Indian Cove is an especially popular camping area and also offers many gentle nature trails. Cottonwood Spring was important during the Gold Rush. Today the area is often busy with hikers and birdwatchers. The desert landscape means you don’t need to worry about camping in the cold!
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Yellowstone National Park
This beautiful and expansive national park spreads across Wyoming, Montana and Idaho. This large recreational area is on top of a volcanic hotspot, so you’ll find hot springs, deep canyons and geysers. The fertile soil also means there are many acres of lush forest. Another fabulous destination for wildlife, keep an eye out for moose, bighorn sheep and bison.
Big Bend National Park
Big Bend offers you three campsites to choose from. Once you’re all pitched up, you’ll have plenty to see and do! The Ross Maxwell Scenic Drive has plenty of pullovers so you can stop to admire the scenery and take pictures. If you’d rather keep active, take a hike up the Chisos Mountains or hire a canoe and paddle down the Rio Grande Canyons. One of the most accessible canyons is the Colorado Canyon. You can access it by both car and boat.
These are just a few of America’s best camping destinations; there are many others out there! Once you’ve ticked off all these five from your bucket list, there are many more areas you can adventure to!
