Camping is a fantastic outdoor activity to feel one with nature, but one of the many questions that poses a stumbling block is: where do I even go camping? Fret not, for we will list the 5 most scenic camping sites in the entire United States.
5. Acadia National Park (Maine)
In terms of scenic beauty, the United States has some of the greatest in the world, and one of those places is Acadia National Park. If it’s not the coastlines or peaks that take your breath away, it will be the peaceful forests or lakes. The Blackwoods Campground is one of the most popular campgrounds in this park, which is located near Bar Harbor along the eastern side of Mount Desert Island. The fact it’s close to popular main attractions like Cadillac Mountain make this 300-campsite capacity location ideal.
4. Arches National Park (Utah)
If there are any more beautiful sights than red rocks draped in fresh snow, please let us know here! This national park contains over 2,000 natural stone arches, one of the most famous of which is the Delicate Arch. This park is also recognized as an International Dark Sky Park, which means it is fantastic for nighttime stargazing. If you are interested in camping here, we would highly recommend the Devils Garden campground, which is about 18 miles from the entrance. Since it is one of the only developed campgrounds at this national park, it makes it good for amenities and visiting families, especially during the busy season!
3. Grand Canyon National Park (Arizona)
Yes, this may seem slightly cliche. But it’s a cliche because it’s true: there’s truly no place like the Grand Canyon. Camping at the floor alongside a river while looking up at the maze of rocks surrounding you is breathtaking. If you are visiting, we would recommend the North Rim, as the South Rim can get quite busy and crowded. For this, you will have to drive around 200 miles to get to the other side (“Grand” is right). Due to the varying popularities between the rims, the North only has open campgrounds seasonally, while the South is mostly open year-round, but be sure to confirm with your accommodations.
2. Olympic National Park (Washington)
Different from others on this list, here you should hike along the coastline. You will fall asleep to sounds of crashing waves while waking up to the ocean views. Look for Rialto Beach or Second Beach, which has tide pools and fantastic scenery. The park also offers year-round camping, so you can enjoy this park any time! It has 922,000 acres of untouched land and wilderness, giving hikers and campers more than enough land to cover.
1. Crater Lake (Oregon)
Beneath Crater Lake lies the deepest lake in the United States, which was formed nearly 8,000 years ago due to a volcanic eruption which caused the collapse of Mount Mazama. Beyond the lake itself, you can enjoy diverse scenery like Wizard Island or the Pinnacles, where you will see spires that were formed by volcanic gas vents. This national park is very popular, but at the same time, it offers a distinct peaceful quiet, so those looking to meditate might have found their perfect spot.
