Hipcamp announced its inaugural list of its 50 Favorite Places to Camp in America Right Now, just in time for summer.
With a mission to get more people outside, Hipcamp analyzed data for more than 500,000 campsites in every state and narrowed down their favorite spots across private land, public parks and RV parks to celebrate standout spots across 30 states, including the Navajo Nation.
The 50 Favorite Places to Camp in America Right Now list was selected based on a variety of criteria, including positive camper reviews and ratings, regional trends, cultural shifts and editorial debate. This list features a mix of historic parks and hidden gems beloved by campers and Hipcamp editors alike. Offerings include great scenic views, convenient amenities, escapes from crowds and unique experiences for solo travelers, families and everyone in between.
“We are excited to unveil our first ever list of our 50 favorite places to camp in America right now. With peak camping season upon us, this diverse list of incredible destinations caters to every type of camper. We are also proud that this list gives campers an opportunity to experience some off-the-beaten-path treasures and a few resilient campgrounds recovering from natural disaster devastation. By shining a light on our favorite campgrounds, we hope to make it easier than ever for campers to find the right outdoor experience for them they will love,” said Alyssa Ravasio, CEO and founder of Hipcamp.
50 Favorite Places to Camp in America Right Now:
- Village Camp Flagstaff – Flagstaff, Coconino County, AZ
- A Spark in the Dark Campground – Ash Fork, Yavapai County, AZ
- Sunset View Campground – Navajo National Monument, Navajo Nation, AZ
- Bentonville Bike Camp – Bentonville, Benton County, AR
- Boulder Creek RV Resort – Lone Pine, Inyo County, CA
- Audrey Edna Cabin at Alpine Ranch – Loma Mar, San Mateo County, CA
- Campo Nopalito – Valley Center, San Diego County, CA
- Twisted Branch – Paso Robles, San Luis Obispo County, CA
- Slide Ranch – Muir Beach, Marin County, CA
- Timber Cove Campground – Jenner, Sonoma County, CA
- Ruby Mountain Campground – Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area, Chaffee County, CO
- Buttonwood Campground – Bahia Honda State Park, Monroe County, FL
- Shady Pines Campground – T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park, Gulf County, FL
- Secluded Waterfall Haven – Dillard, Rabun County, GA
- Sun Farm Hawaii @ Koko Head – Honolulu, HI
- City of Rocks State Park Campground – City of Rocks National Reserve, Cassia County, ID
- Windy Goat Acres – Chelsea, Tama County, IA
- C2T Ranch on the Saline River – Plainville, Ellis County, KS
- Oceanside Drive-In Campground – Assateague Island National Seashore, Worcester County, MD
- Salamander Hollow Healing Habitat – Warwick, Franklin County, MA
- Port Crescent Modern Campground – Port Crescent State Park, Huron County, MI
- Shipwreck Creek Campground – Split Rock Lighthouse State Park, Lake County, NM
- Glacier Park Hipcamp – Coram, Flathead County, MT
- Sacred Nectar Sanctuary – North Sandwich, Carroll County, NH
- Santa Fe Treehouse Camp – Santa Fe, Santa Fe County, NM
- The Mountain Top @Wright’s Farm – Gardiner, Ulster County, NY
- BeaverWood Farm – Ferndale, Sullivan County, NY
- Bolin Knob Meadows – Morganton, Burke County, NC
- Smoky Mtn Mangalitsa River Ranch – Waynesville, Haywood County, NC
- Table Rock Campground – Table Rock State Park, Pickens County, SC
- Goat Farm Hide-Away CVNP – Cuyahoga Falls, Summit County, OH
- Cedar Bloom – Cave Junction, Josephine County, OR
- Mt. Hood Enchanted Forest – Sandy, Clackamas County, OR
- The Lake Pasture – Pacific City, Tillamook County, OR
- The River’s Edge – Pocono Woodland Lakes, Sullivan County, PA
- Belle and Beau Acres – Baxter, Putnam County, TN
- The Best Dam Spot – Staples, Guadalupe County, TX
- El Cosmico – Marfa, Presidio County, TX
- South Llano River Campground – South Llano River State Park, Kimble County, TX
- Zion Utah Jelly Stone Park – Hurricane, Washington County, UT
- Zion Wright Ranch Eco-Camp – Virgin, Washington County, UT
- Green Mountain Trails – Pittsfield, Windsor County, VT
- Watercress Inn at Landon Farm – Etlan, Madison County, VA
- Savage Acres on Craig Creek – Catawba County, Craig, VA
- Snow Peak Campfield: Long Beach – Long Beach, Pacific County, WA
- The Landing at Index WA – Index, Snohomish County, WA
- Unique Bay Front Camping – Aberdeen, Grays Harbor County, WA
- Rusty Ranch Tree Farm and Forest – Bellingham, Whatcom County, WA
- Whispering Pines RV Campground – Cle Elum, Kittitas County, WA
- Buford Canyon – Buford, Albany County, WY
“We’re beyond thrilled to be named one of Hipcamp’s 50 Favorite Campgrounds! Hosting campers from around the world has been such a joy — helping people unplug, enjoy nature, and escape the crowded campgrounds is what it’s all about. It’s an honor to share our 150-year-old ranch, the wide-open skies, and some of the best views around — especially when experienced on horseback. Thank you to everyone who’s stayed with us, supported us, and helped make this possible. We love what we do, and we’re so proud to be recognized for it,” said Bill and Megan Wright, owners of Zion Wright Ranch Eco-Camp in Utah.
“Hosting campers through Hipcamp has been an incredibly rewarding experience for us. We’ve met amazing people and discovered the joy in sharing our slice of heaven with others and developed an important income stream for our business. We’ve enjoyed discovering the hospitality business through Hipcamp and look forward to many years of meeting campers! Thanks to Hipcamp for the recognition and providing a platform that connects us with so many people looking for special places to camp,” said Chad and Cynthia Tuttle, owners of C2T Ranch and Campground in Kansas.
All campgrounds on the 50 Favorite Places to Camp Right Now List are available on the Hipcamp app, where campers can easily see real-time availability for booking. Each property will also have a Hipcamp Favorite badge added to its listing in the app, making it easy for campers looking for their next trip.
Last month, Hipcamp announced it has doubled its U.S. inventory to more than 500,000 campsites. With the largest catalog of outdoor destinations in the U.S., Hipcamp became the first and only app to unify all the campsites — from national parks to blueberry farms — everywhere you want to camp.
For more information on finding and booking a campsite or to explore Hipcamp’s vast catalog, visit hipcamp.com.
