State Parks
Guides to camping in state parks across the US — reservation systems, permit requirements, facilities, and tips for first-time visitors.
9 entries
Accessible Camping: A Guide to ADA-Compliant Campgrounds and Adaptive Outdoor Recreation
How to find and book ADA-accessible campground sites, what accessibility features to look for, and resources for adaptive camping and outdoor recreation for campers with disabilities.
Best State Parks for Fishing: Where to Cast in the US State Park System
The best state parks for freshwater fishing in the United States — where to find trout, bass, and walleye in campground-adjacent waters, and how to plan a fishing camping trip.
How to Book State Park Campsites: A State-by-State Reservation Guide
State park camping reservation systems are not consistent — booking windows, platforms, and rules vary dramatically by state. This guide explains how each major state system works and how to get the sites you want.
Equestrian Camping: State Parks and Campgrounds That Welcome Horses
How to find and book equestrian-friendly campgrounds, what horse camp facilities to look for, and how to plan a trail ride and camping trip with horses at state and national parks.
Great Lakes Dune Campgrounds: Sleeping Above the Shoreline
Where to camp on the Great Lakes dune systems — Sleeping Bear, Indiana Dunes, Pictured Rocks adjacent campgrounds, dune ecology, and how to pick a site that delivers shoreline access without blowing sand through your tent.
Texas Hill Country Campgrounds: Limestone Bluffs, Spring Creeks, and Reservation Strategy
A practical guide to Hill Country camping at Garner State Park, Lost Maples, and the Enchanted Rock area — limestone bluffs, spring-fed creeks, and the reservation windows that get you in.
Oregon Coast Campgrounds: Dune Trails, Tide Pools, and Fog Belt Sites
Camping the Oregon coast state park system — Beverly Beach, South Beach, Humbug Mountain, and the fog belt campgrounds with dune trails, tide pools, and beach access worth booking.
Florida State Park Campgrounds: Hammocks, Springs, and Reservation Windows
Florida state park campgrounds combine hammock camping, spring-fed swimming, and one of the longest reservation windows in the country. How to book Myakka, Bahia Honda, Anastasia, and the rest through ReserveAmerica.
Adirondack Tent Camping: Lean-To Alternatives and Lake-Front Sites
Adirondack tent camping spans DEC lean-tos, lake-front state campground loops, and backcountry sites. How to choose between lean-to shelters and tent pads — and how to find the water views worth reserving.