{"id":42118,"date":"2025-11-04T16:33:45","date_gmt":"2025-11-04T16:33:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/?p=42118"},"modified":"2025-12-15T19:53:39","modified_gmt":"2025-12-15T19:53:39","slug":"best-states-camping","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-states-camping\/","title":{"rendered":"2025\u2019s Best States for Camping"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Which states offer the best camping spots for a night under the stars?<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ahead of National Camp Day on Nov. 19, <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/\">Lawn Love<\/a> ranked 2025&#8217;s Best States for Camping.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">California takes first place, offering diverse destinations for campers of all kinds.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cYou can be camping by the Big Sur coast one day, then waking up to the granite peaks in Yosemite the next day, and then even enjoying a quiet camping experience in the redwood forests in Northern California,\u201d says California-based travel writer, Janice Lim (<a href=\"https:\/\/wheresjanice.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Wheres Janice LLC<\/a>).<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">How did we rank the states?<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We compared all 50 states based on 5 categories. More specifically, we looked at the acreage of state and national parks, access to campsites and RV parks, and average Hipcamp rates, among 21 total metrics.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To learn more about the data behind our ranking, see our <a href=\"#methodology\">methodology<\/a>.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Explore our ranking, camping trends, and tips from seasoned experts below.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Why is Lawn Love ranking the Best States for Camping?<\/em><\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>When campgrounds are overbooked or unexpected weather cancels your plans, your yard can be the perfect place to enjoy the best of camping without dealing with hazards or inconsiderate behavior.<\/em><\/p>    <h2 id=\"in-this-article\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">In this article<\/h2>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"#top-5\">Top 5 states for camping<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#rankings\">State rankings<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#ranking-overview\">Ranking overview<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#key-insights\">Know before you go: Safety and spending<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#ask-the-experts\">Expert camping tips<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#methodology\">Behind the ranking<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#final-thoughts\">No reservations needed: Try backyard camping<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"top-5\"><span id=\"top-5-states-for-camping\">Top 5 states for camping<\/span><\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Check out the video below for highlights on each of our top 5 states for camping.<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\"> <iframe title=\"2025&#039;s Best States for Camping\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/gRTOPzCyNSE?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe> <\/div><\/figure>    <section class=\"slider-cards\">     <!-- Author: Kimberly Magerl -->   <style>     :root {       --ll-brand-green:#0D581D;       --ll-brand-accent:#EAB308;       --ll-brand-light:#DCF4D3;       --ink:#111827;       --surface:#fff;     }      .slider-cards {       max-width: 900px;       margin: 32px auto;       padding: 0 16px;       font-family: Inter, system-ui, sans-serif;       color: var(--ink);       position: relative;     }      .card-container {       position: relative;       overflow: hidden;       border-radius: 16px;       min-height: 400px;       background: transparent;     }      .card {       background: var(--surface);       border-radius: 16px;       box-shadow: 0 6px 24px rgba(0,0,0,.06);       border: 1px solid rgba(0,0,0,.08);       padding: 20px;       position: absolute;       inset: 0;       opacity: 0;       transition: opacity 0.5s ease;       pointer-events: none;       z-index: 0;       overflow-y: auto;     }      .card.active {       opacity: 1;       position: relative;       pointer-events: auto;       z-index: 1;     }      .card h3 {       color: var(--ll-brand-green);       font-size: 1.25rem;       margin: 0 0 10px 0;     }      .card .score {       color: var(--ll-brand-accent);       font-weight: 600;       margin-bottom: 12px;     }      .card p {       font-size: 0.95rem;       line-height: 1.5;       margin-bottom: 12px;     }      .controls {       display: flex;       justify-content: space-between;       margin-top: 12px;     }      .controls button {       background: var(--ll-brand-green);       border: none;       color: #fff;       font-weight: 600;       padding: 8px 16px;       border-radius: 8px;       cursor: pointer;       transition: background 0.3s ease;     }      .controls button:hover {       background: #084015;     }      .read-more-btn {       background: none;       border: none;       color: var(--ll-brand-green);       font-weight: 600;       cursor: pointer;       padding: 0;       margin-top: 8px;       text-decoration: underline;     }      .read-more-btn:hover {       color: #084015;     }      .read-more-content {       display: none;     }   <\/style>    <div class=\"card-container\">     <!-- California -->     <div class=\"card active\">       <h3 id=\"no-1-california-overall-score-67-47-california-camping-tips-camping-in-california-is-a-dream-because-of-the-ideal-weather-conditions-almost-all-year-round-its-a-grea\">No. 1: California | Overall score: 67.47<\/h4>       <p><strong>California camping tips:<\/strong><\/p>       <p>\u201cCamping in California is a dream because of the ideal weather conditions almost all year round. It&#8217;s a great way to experience California&#8217;s diverse landscapes, and there are lots of national and state parks to choose from,&#8221; shares California-based travel writer, Janice Lim (<a href=\"https:\/\/wheresjanice.com\/\" target=_blank rel=\"noopener\">Wheres Janice LLC<\/a>).<\/p>        <p>\u201cYou can be camping by the Big Sur coast one day, then waking up to the granite peaks in Yosemite the next day, and then even enjoying a quiet camping experience in the redwood forests in Northern California. California also offers many opportunities to overland and backpack in the backcountry, such that you can enjoy the outdoors at any level of adventure.\u201d<\/p>        <div class=\"read-more-content\">         <p>\u201cMy most memorable camping trip was my first camping trip, which was on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitcatalinaisland.com\/stay\/camping\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Catalina Island<\/a>\u2026 It turned out to be an amazing experience because the campsite was really scenic and everyone had a great time chatting over dinner and a campfire\u2026 It was also very empowering to know that with camping, we could have million-dollar views without breaking the bank.\u201d<\/p>          <p>\u201cThe most underrated camping spot in California I&#8217;d recommend is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.recreation.gov\/camping\/campgrounds\/234311\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Convict Lake Campground<\/a>, which we really enjoyed on our recent fall camping trip. Our campsite was within walking distance of the famous Convict Lake, so watching the sunset in the morning was really easy. The views around the campsite were stunning too, as we were surrounded by the mountains, and the fall colors were at their peak.&#8221;<\/p>                    <p>&#8220;Having a general store and restaurant in the nearby resort also assured us that we could get food and other supplies easily. There&#8217;s also lots to do around the area, like visiting natural hot springs, going on hikes, and even having a chill day in the town of Mammoth Lakes.\u201d<\/p>          <p><strong>What tips would you give someone planning a camping trip in California?<\/strong><\/p>          <p>Janice: \u201cIt can get quite cold at night, even in summer. To make sure you stay warm, you&#8217;ll need both a good sleeping pad and a sleeping bag that&#8217;s rated for slightly lower temperatures than what you plan to camp in.\u201d<\/p>          <p>\u201cAnother tip that&#8217;s really important to know is that camping is really popular in California, and it&#8217;s very important to plan and book campsites well in advance.\u201d<\/p>          <p>\u201cLastly, plan to arrive at camp at least 2-3 hours before sunset so that you have enough time to set up your tent and get to know the layout of the campground (including where the toilets and bins are).\u201d<\/p>       <\/div>        <button class=\"read-more-btn\">[Read more]<\/button>     <\/div>      <!-- Texas -->     <div class=\"card\">       <h4>No. 2: Texas | Overall score: 59.70<\/h4>       <p><strong>Texas camping tips:<\/strong><\/p>        <p>\u201cThere\u2019s something magical about camping in Texas because the landscapes are so wildly diverse. You can wake up under pine trees in East Texas, watch the sunset over desert cliffs in Big Bend, or fall asleep to the sound of waves on the Gulf Coast, says Texas-based travel and outdoors content creator, <a href=\"https:\/\/texaswanderers.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Yocheved Schlachter<\/a> (@TexasWanderers on Instagram and TikTok).<\/p>                  <p>&#8220;Many great campsites are also just minutes from one of the countless charming, historic towns scattered across the state \u2014 so there\u2019s always something to explore beyond the trail.&#8221;<\/p>              <p>\u201cMy most memorable camping trip was in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nps.gov\/bibe\/planyourvisit\/camping.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Big Bend<\/a>, where we rented a vintage Airstream and stayed at a campground on the grounds of a historic 1940s motel in Marathon. The stargazing out there was absolutely unreal \u2014 some of the clearest skies I\u2019ve ever seen.&#8221;<\/p>               <p>&#8220;We spent our days hiking all over Big Bend, including two of my favorite trails: Santa Elena Canyon and Boquillas Canyon. We even canoed down the Rio Grande, with canyon walls rising up dramatically around us.\u201d <\/p>                <div class=\"read-more-content\">                <p>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/tpwd.texas.gov\/state-parks\/goose-island\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Goose Island State Park<\/a> is such a hidden gem. It\u2019s right on the coast near Rockport, with waterfront campsites, huge shady oak trees, and the most incredible sunsets over the water. It&#8217;s great for fishing too. There\u2019s a kayak launch, and paddling out in the calm bay at golden hour is just unreal. It\u2019s not as crowded as some of the bigger parks, but it\u2019s got so much to offer \u2014 and it\u2019s one of those places that really makes you slow down and soak it all in.\u201d<\/p>       <p>Fellow Lawn Love writer, Raven Wisdom, shares a memorable Texas glamping experience: \u201cWe stayed at <a href=\"https:\/\/adventurecreekranch.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Adventure Creek Ranch<\/a> near Dallas which has treehouses. Unique experience \u2014 each one has a campfire area and is spread out from other campers, so you can get all the joys of camping in the woods but with the creature comforts of being inside. They have themed treehouses, a Bigfoot experience, and stargazing. I saw they recently added one that is Star Wars themed, and you can stay in an AT-AT. We stayed in the Yellowstone one.\u201d<\/p>       <p><strong>What tips would you give someone planning a Texas camping trip?<\/strong><\/p>       <p>Schlachter shares a few key pieces of advice:<\/p>      <ul>        <li>\u201cBook early. Campsites at state parks, especially during spring and fall, fill up fast &#8211; sometimes months in advance. Set a reminder if you&#8217;re eyeing a specific date.\u201d<\/li>        <li>\u201cBring shade and bug spray. Many campsites, especially in Central and West Texas, offer little to no tree cover. A pop-up canopy can save your sanity. And don\u2019t forget a serious bug spray \u2014 mosquitoes and fire ants can be relentless.\u201d<\/li>        <li>\u201cKnow your region. Texas is massive, and camping conditions vary a lot. Some areas, like the Gulf Coast or Pineywoods, can be too hot and humid for tent camping in summer. But in places like the Hill Country or West Texas, it often cools down at night. You can comfortably tent camp, and even hike in the early morning, swim, or relax during the day, and enjoy cooler evenings around the fire.\u201d<\/li>      <\/ul>    <\/div>    <button class=\"read-more-btn\">[Show more]<\/button> <\/div>      <!-- Florida -->     <div class=\"card\">       <h3 id=\"no-1-california-overall-score-67-47-california-camping-tips-camping-in-california-is-a-dream-because-of-the-ideal-weather-conditions-almost-all-year-round-its-a-grea\">No. 3: Florida | Overall score: 58.54<\/h4>       <p><strong>Florida camping tips:<\/strong><\/p>       <p>Florida-based blogger and influencer, <a href=\"https:\/\/amateurcamper.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Nicole<\/a> (@theamateurcamper) shares \u201cone of my most memorable camping trips was when my boys were little and we grabbed a camping spot at <a href=\"https:\/\/pinellas.gov\/camping-information\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fort De Soto<\/a>. The boys loved swimming near the ruins of a fort, exploring Fort De Soto, and camping in such a beautiful place is something we will always treasure.\u201d<\/p>       <p>\u201cThe scenery makes camping in Florida special. You can camp at crystal clear springs, where you can see manatees drifting in the water. Or near the ocean, with endless beaches to walk on, and where the crashing waves will lull you to sleep. Or the forests, so tangled with branches and moss, you never know what you will see around the bend on the hiking trail.\u201d<\/p>       <p>According to Nicole, \u201cthe most underrated camping spot in Florida is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ocfl.net\/cultureparks\/parks.aspx?d=22&#038;m=dtlvw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Kelly Park<\/a>, near Apopka. Go in the fall when it&#8217;s not so busy, and you can have the spring practically to yourself. It&#8217;s a peaceful and beautiful park to explore.\u201d<\/p>       <p><strong>What tips would you give someone planning a camping trip in Florida?<\/strong><\/p>       <p>Nicole: \u201cBring your sunscreen, bug spray, and plenty of water to drink.\u201d<\/p>     <\/div>      <!-- Michigan -->     <div class=\"card\">       <h3 id=\"no-1-california-overall-score-67-47-california-camping-tips-camping-in-california-is-a-dream-because-of-the-ideal-weather-conditions-almost-all-year-round-its-a-grea\">No. 4: Michigan | Overall score: 52.80<\/h4>       <p><strong>Michigan camping tips:<\/strong><\/p>       <p>\u201cCamping in Michigan is a huge part of the state&#8217;s summer culture. Michigan has so much natural beauty to explore and appreciate. From campsites on the Great Lakes to mountainous landscapes, there is no shortage of incredible sights to see,\u201d says Michigan-based travel writer and content creator, <a href=\"https:\/\/cassondrawanderstheworld.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cassondra Scott<\/a> (@CassondraWanders) says, <\/p>       <p>\u201cMy most memorable camping trip was in Michigan&#8217;s Upper Peninsula on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitdrummondisland.com\/campgrounds.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Drummond Island<\/a>. We took the car ferry across to the island and had a waterfront campsite. We spent time skipping rocks, watching sunsets, and seemed to have the place all to ourselves. It was absolutely rejuvenating.\u201d<\/p>       <p>\u201cI think Michigan State Parks are highly underrated. But we also have a plethora of family owned campgrounds that offer amazing amenities all tucked away in nature.\u201d<\/p>  <p>\u201cFor photographer and content creator Amanda Shaffer (@ExploreMichiganMore), \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.michigan.gov\/recsearch\/parks\/baycity\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bay City State Park<\/a> is super underrated in my opinion. It\u2019s got a great playground, visitors center, and splash pad at the day-use area. Every time we have visited the campground hosts have been amazing, and it\u2019s a great spot to launch from if you want to explore more of the region.\u201d<\/p> <p>\u201cShaffer shares her \u201cMost memorable camping trip so far was when we camped at \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.michigan.gov\/recsearch\/parks\/muskegon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Muskegon State Park<\/a>. It was springtime and still very cold. We had booked a mini cabin. We spent the days walking trails, exploring museums, and the beach. The evenings we climbed dunes, took in sunsets, and ended our night with a campfire.\u201d<\/p>       <p><strong>What tips would you give someone planning a camping trip in Michigan?<\/strong><\/p>       <p>Scott says to \u201cMake reservations far ahead of time, 6 months to 1 year, if you want to stay somewhere popular.\u201d<\/p>     <\/div>      <!-- Colorado -->     <div class=\"card\">       <h3 id=\"no-1-california-overall-score-67-47-california-camping-tips-camping-in-california-is-a-dream-because-of-the-ideal-weather-conditions-almost-all-year-round-its-a-grea\">No. 5: Colorado | Overall score: 51.89<\/h4>       <p><strong>Colorado camping tips:<\/strong><\/p>       <p>Colorado-based content creator <a href=\"http:\/\/wanderfullywild.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Kara Niessen<\/a> (@kara_wandering) shares that one of her most memorable camping trips was \u201cCar camping in <a href=\"https:\/\/travelcrestedbutte.com\/crested-butte-camping\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Crested Butte<\/a> during peak wildflower season in June, there were wildflowers everywhere! And again in September for peak fall foliage. It was an absolutely epic trip full of colorful aspen trees.\u201d<\/p>       <p>Kara also let us in on one of her favorite underrated camping spots, \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/lakecity.com\/camping\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lake City<\/a>! I&#8217;ve camped here numerous times, and it&#8217;s remote, beautiful, and peaceful. Bonus: the town is cute too!\u201d<\/p>       <p><strong>What tips would you give someone planning a camping trip in Colorado?<\/strong><\/p>       <p>Kara: \u201cAcclimatize to the altitude if you&#8217;re coming from sea level, and always have a plan B for weather.\u201d<\/p>     <\/div>   <\/div>    <div class=\"controls\">     <button id=\"prev\">Prev<\/button>     <button id=\"next\">Next<\/button>   <\/div>   <script>\ndocument.addEventListener(\"DOMContentLoaded\", function() {\n  const cards = document.querySelectorAll('.card');\n  const prevBtn = document.getElementById('prev');\n  const nextBtn = document.getElementById('next');\n  let current = 0;\n\n  function showCard(index) {\n    cards.forEach((card, i) => {\n      card.classList.remove('active');\n      if (i === index) card.classList.add('active');\n    });\n  }\n\n  prevBtn.addEventListener('click', () => {\n    current = (current - 1 + cards.length) % cards.length;\n    showCard(current);\n  });\n\n  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Rank<\/th>                         <th>Supplies Rank<\/th>                         <th>Safety Rank<\/th>                         <th>Affordability Rank<\/th>                     <\/tr>                 <\/thead>                   <tbody>     <tr>       <td>1<\/td>       <td>California<\/td>       <td>67.47<\/td>       <td>1<\/td>       <td>2<\/td>       <td>1<\/td>       <td>50<\/td>       <td>42<\/td>     <\/tr>     <tr>       <td>2<\/td>       <td>Texas<\/td>       <td>59.70<\/td>       <td>8<\/td>       <td>1<\/td>       <td>3<\/td>       <td>37<\/td>       <td>7<\/td>     <\/tr>     <tr>       <td>3<\/td>       <td>Florida<\/td>       <td>58.54<\/td>       <td>7<\/td>       <td>3<\/td>       <td>2<\/td>       <td>3<\/td>       <td>11<\/td>     <\/tr>     <tr>       <td>4<\/td>       <td>Michigan<\/td>       <td>52.80<\/td>       <td>9<\/td>       <td>4<\/td>       <td>13<\/td>       <td>2<\/td>       <td>22<\/td>     <\/tr>     <tr>       <td>5<\/td>       <td>Colorado<\/td>       <td>51.89<\/td>       <td>2<\/td>       <td>10<\/td>       <td>4<\/td>       <td>1<\/td>       <td>39<\/td>     <\/tr>     <tr>       <td>6<\/td>       <td>North Carolina<\/td>       <td>50.20<\/td>       <td>10<\/td>       <td>5<\/td>       <td>6<\/td>       <td>45<\/td>       <td>15<\/td>     <\/tr>     <tr>       <td>7<\/td>       <td>Washington<\/td>       <td>48.39<\/td>       <td>4<\/td>       <td>7<\/td>       <td>15<\/td>       <td>42<\/td>       <td>44<\/td>     <\/tr>     <tr>       <td>8<\/td>       <td>New York<\/td>       <td>48.27<\/td>       <td>5<\/td>       <td>6<\/td>       <td>15<\/td>       <td>27<\/td>       <td>49<\/td>     <\/tr>     <tr>       <td>9<\/td>       <td>Oregon<\/td>       <td>46.35<\/td>       <td>6<\/td>       <td>8<\/td>       <td>6<\/td>       <td>41<\/td>       <td>41<\/td>     <\/tr>     <tr>       <td>10<\/td>       <td>Minnesota<\/td>       <td>42.81<\/td>       <td>19<\/td>       <td>20<\/td>       <td>5<\/td>       <td>15<\/td>       <td>21<\/td>     <\/tr>     <tr>       <td>11<\/td>       <td>Wisconsin<\/td>       <td>42.80<\/td>       <td>18<\/td>       <td>12<\/td>       <td>9<\/td>       <td>4<\/td>       <td>35<\/td>     <\/tr>     <tr>       <td>12<\/td>       <td>Tennessee<\/td>       <td>42.72<\/td>       <td>13<\/td>       <td>11<\/td>       <td>18<\/td>       <td>30<\/td>       <td>29<\/td>     <\/tr>     <tr>       <td>13<\/td>       <td>Pennsylvania<\/td>       <td>42.03<\/td>       <td>12<\/td>       <td>9<\/td>       <td>15<\/td>       <td>7<\/td>       <td>46<\/td>     <\/tr>     <tr>       <td>14<\/td>       <td>Virginia<\/td>       <td>41.74<\/td>       <td>24<\/td>       <td>14<\/td>       <td>9<\/td>       <td>9<\/td>       <td>26<\/td>     <\/tr>     <tr>       <td>15<\/td>       <td>Georgia<\/td>       <td>41.40<\/td>       <td>23<\/td>       <td>22<\/td>       <td>6<\/td>       <td>18<\/td>       <td>12<\/td>     <\/tr>     <tr>       <td>16<\/td>       <td>Ohio<\/td>       <td>41.06<\/td>       <td>22<\/td>       <td>16<\/td>       <td>14<\/td>       <td>5<\/td>       <td>31<\/td>     <\/tr>     <tr>       <td>17<\/td>       <td>Missouri<\/td>       <td>40.68<\/td>       <td>25<\/td>       <td>19<\/td>       <td>9<\/td>       <td>23<\/td>       <td>17<\/td>     <\/tr>     <tr>       <td>18<\/td>       <td>Arizona<\/td>       <td>40.47<\/td>       <td>11<\/td>       <td>27<\/td>       <td>12<\/td>       <td>48<\/td>       <td>23<\/td>     <\/tr>     <tr>       <td>19<\/td>       <td>Utah<\/td>       <td>39.08<\/td>       <td>14<\/td>       <td>32<\/td>       <td>25<\/td>       <td>8<\/td>       <td>36<\/td>     <\/tr>     <tr>       <td>20<\/td>       <td>Idaho<\/td>       <td>38.58<\/td>       <td>16<\/td>       <td>31<\/td>       <td>25<\/td>       <td>21<\/td>       <td>33<\/td>     <\/tr>     <tr>       <td>21<\/td>       <td>New Mexico<\/td>       <td>38.36<\/td>       <td>20<\/td>       <td>43<\/td>       <td>38<\/td>       <td>26<\/td>       <td>9<\/td>     <\/tr>     <tr>       <td>22<\/td>       <td>Alabama<\/td>       <td>38.31<\/td>       <td>38<\/td>       <td>15<\/td>       <td>27<\/td>       <td>32<\/td>       <td>8<\/td>     <\/tr>     <tr>       <td>23<\/td>       <td>Maine<\/td>       <td>38.08<\/td>       <td>21<\/td>       <td>13<\/td>       <td>40<\/td>       <td>34<\/td>       <td>38<\/td>     <\/tr>     <tr>       <td>24<\/td>       <td>Arkansas<\/td>       <td>37.53<\/td>       <td>26<\/td>       <td>24<\/td>       <td>29<\/td>       <td>31<\/td>       <td>14<\/td>     <\/tr>     <tr>       <td>25<\/td>       <td>Indiana<\/td>       <td>37.09<\/td>       <td>31<\/td>       <td>30<\/td>       <td>19<\/td>       <td>16<\/td>       <td>16<\/td>     <\/tr>     <tr>       <td>26<\/td>       <td>Kentucky<\/td>       <td>37.05<\/td>       <td>35<\/td>       <td>21<\/td>       <td>33<\/td>       <td>13<\/td>       <td>20<\/td>     <\/tr>     <tr>       <td>27<\/td>       <td>Montana<\/td>       <td>36.99<\/td>       <td>15<\/td>       <td>23<\/td>       <td>32<\/td>       <td>20<\/td>       <td>48<\/td>     <\/tr>     <tr>       <td>28<\/td>       <td>Vermont<\/td>       <td>36.99<\/td>       <td>28<\/td>       <td>17<\/td>       <td>42<\/td>       <td>6<\/td>       <td>30<\/td>     <\/tr>     <tr>       <td>29<\/td>       <td>Illinois<\/td>       <td>36.60<\/td>       <td>29<\/td>       <td>28<\/td>       <td>21<\/td>       <td>24<\/td>       <td>24<\/td>     <\/tr>     <tr>       <td>30<\/td>       <td>North Dakota<\/td>       <td>36.35<\/td>       <td>17<\/td>       <td>49<\/td>       <td>50<\/td>       <td>11<\/td>       <td>1<\/td>     <\/tr>     <tr>       <td>31<\/td>       <td>Kansas<\/td>       <td>36.35<\/td>       <td>40<\/td>       <td>37<\/td>       <td>34<\/td>       <td>19<\/td>       <td>2<\/td>     <\/tr>     <tr>       <td>32<\/td>       <td>South Carolina<\/td>       <td>35.99<\/td>       <td>33<\/td>       <td>33<\/td>       <td>27<\/td>       <td>35<\/td>       <td>10<\/td>     <\/tr>     <tr>       <td>33<\/td>       <td>Oklahoma<\/td>       <td>35.90<\/td>       <td>32<\/td>       <td>47<\/td>       <td>23<\/td>       <td>25<\/td>       <td>4<\/td>     <\/tr>     <tr>       <td>34<\/td>       <td>Iowa<\/td>       <td>35.88<\/td>       <td>36<\/td>       <td>18<\/td>       <td>22<\/td>       <td>22<\/td>       <td>34<\/td>     <\/tr>     <tr>       <td>35<\/td>       <td>Nebraska<\/td>       <td>34.83<\/td>       <td>43<\/td>       <td>35<\/td>       <td>39<\/td>       <td>10<\/td>       <td>6<\/td>     <\/tr>     <tr>       <td>36<\/td>       <td>Alaska<\/td>       <td>34.46<\/td>       <td>3<\/td>       <td>45<\/td>       <td>47<\/td>       <td>14<\/td>       <td>50<\/td>     <\/tr>     <tr>       <td>37<\/td>       <td>South Dakota<\/td>       <td>34.44<\/td>       <td>39<\/td>       <td>29<\/td>       <td>48<\/td>       <td>12<\/td>       <td>13<\/td>     <\/tr>     <tr>       <td>38<\/td>       <td>New Hampshire<\/td>       <td>34.37<\/td>       <td>30<\/td>       <td>26<\/td>       <td>31<\/td>       <td>29<\/td>       <td>32<\/td>     <\/tr>     <tr>       <td>39<\/td>       <td>West Virginia<\/td>       <td>34.24<\/td>       <td>34<\/td>       <td>34<\/td>       <td>36<\/td>       <td>17<\/td>       <td>25<\/td>     <\/tr>     <tr>       <td>40<\/td>       <td>Louisiana<\/td>       <td>33.48<\/td>       <td>41<\/td>       <td>36<\/td>       <td>46<\/td>       <td>38<\/td>       <td>5<\/td>     <\/tr>     <tr>       <td>41<\/td>       <td>Mississippi<\/td>       <td>33.07<\/td>       <td>46<\/td>       <td>39<\/td>       <td>41<\/td>       <td>33<\/td>       <td>3<\/td>     <\/tr>     <tr>       <td>42<\/td>       <td>Wyoming<\/td>       <td>33.03<\/td>       <td>27<\/td>       <td>41<\/td>       <td>42<\/td>       <td>28<\/td>       <td>27<\/td>     <\/tr>     <tr>       <td>43<\/td>       <td>Massachusetts<\/td>       <td>31.50<\/td>       <td>37<\/td>       <td>40<\/td>       <td>19<\/td>       <td>43<\/td>       <td>37<\/td>     <\/tr>     <tr>       <td>44<\/td>       <td>Delaware<\/td>       <td>29.33<\/td>       <td>49<\/td>       <td>25<\/td>       <td>45<\/td>       <td>49<\/td>       <td>18<\/td>     <\/tr>     <tr>       <td>45<\/td>       <td>Maryland<\/td>       <td>28.59<\/td>       <td>50<\/td>       <td>42<\/td>       <td>29<\/td>       <td>39<\/td>       <td>19<\/td>     <\/tr>     <tr>       <td>46<\/td>       <td>New Jersey<\/td>       <td>27.44<\/td>       <td>44<\/td>       <td>38<\/td>       <td>34<\/td>       <td>47<\/td>       <td>43<\/td>     <\/tr>     <tr>       <td>47<\/td>       <td>Nevada<\/td>       <td>27.09<\/td>       <td>42<\/td>       <td>48<\/td>       <td>37<\/td>       <td>36<\/td>       <td>28<\/td>     <\/tr>     <tr>       <td>48<\/td>       <td>Connecticut<\/td>       <td>26.47<\/td>       <td>45<\/td>       <td>44<\/td>       <td>23<\/td>       <td>46<\/td>       <td>45<\/td>     <\/tr>     <tr>       <td>49<\/td>       <td>Hawaii<\/td>       <td>23.26<\/td>       <td>47<\/td>       <td>46<\/td>       <td>49<\/td>       <td>44<\/td>       <td>47<\/td>     <\/tr>     <tr>       <td>50<\/td>       <td>Rhode Island<\/td>       <td>20.97<\/td>       <td>48<\/td>       <td>50<\/td>       <td>42<\/td>       <td>40<\/td>       <td>40<\/td>     <\/tr>   <\/tbody>                            <\/table>         <\/div>         <div class=\"footer\">             <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/light-logo-1.png\" alt=\"Lawn Love Logo\">         <\/div>     <\/div>     <script>\n        document.getElementById('searchInput').addEventListener('keyup', function() {\n            const filter = this.value.toLowerCase();\n            const rows = document.querySelectorAll('#campingTable tbody tr');\n            rows.forEach(row => {\n                let text = row.textContent.toLowerCase();\n                row.style.display = text.indexOf(filter) > -1 ? \"\" : \"none\";\n            });\n        });\n        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However, <strong>North Dakota<\/strong> (No. 30) campgrounds have the <strong>worst access<\/strong> to these 3 basic amenities.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The West dominates in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.boondockersbible.com\/learn\/what-does-boondocking-mean\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">boondocking<\/a> opportunities, with <strong>8 Western states<\/strong> scoring among the top 10 states with the <strong>most camping trails<\/strong>. While we did not factor in access to National Forests, National Grasslands, or land managed by the <a href=\"https:\/\/webmaps.blm.gov\/program_apps\/BLM_Natl_Recreation_Opportunities\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bureau of Land Management<\/a>, it\u2019s clear that Western states have the <strong>most room to roam<\/strong> and enjoy <a href=\"https:\/\/www.blm.gov\/programs\/recreation\/camping#:~:text=planning%20your%20trip.-,Dispersed%20Camping,-Camping%20on%20public\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">dispersed camping trips<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>4 out of 5 campers<\/strong> planned to stay in <strong>at least one national park<\/strong> in 2025, according to <a href=\"https:\/\/thedyrt.com\/magazine\/press\/camping-report\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Dyrt\u2019s 2025 Camping Report<\/a>. <strong>Alaska <\/strong>(No. 36) dominates in <strong>National Parks<\/strong> with <strong>nearly 53 million acres<\/strong> designated and managed by the system. <strong>North Dakota<\/strong> (No. 30) has the <strong>largest state parks system<\/strong>, spanning <strong>3.8 million acres<\/strong>.<\/p>    <!--Author: Kimberly Magerl--> <!--LL brand hex codes: green #0D581D, gold #EAB308, accent #DCF4D3--> <div style=\"background:#FFFFFF; border:1px solid #EAB308; border-radius:12px; padding:24px 24px 20px 24px; margin-top:32px; font-family:Inter, sans-serif; color:#000000;\">   <h3 id=\"more-camping-trends-%e2%9b%ba\" style=\"margin:0 0 16px 0; font-size:1.1rem; color:#0D581D; font-weight:800; letter-spacing:-0.2px; border-bottom:2px solid #EAB308; padding-bottom:6px;\">     More camping trends \u26fa   <\/h3>    <div style=\"display:flex; align-items:flex-start; gap:12px; margin-bottom:14px;\">     <div style=\"font-size:1.6em; line-height:1;\">\ud83d\udedc<\/div>     <div><strong>Digital detox?<\/strong> Wi-Fi is becoming increasingly in demand with some remote workers practicing \u201cworkamping,\u201d or working remotely from the campsite. Estimates report that Wi-Fi is available in about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nbcnews.com\/business\/travel\/campground-wifi-internet-outdoors-rcna154663\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">82% of campgrounds<\/a> in the U.S.<\/div>   <\/div>    <div style=\"display:flex; align-items:flex-start; gap:12px; margin-bottom:14px;\">     <div style=\"font-size:1.6em; line-height:1;\">\ud83d\ude90<\/div>     <div><strong>Vacation vs. Lifestyle:<\/strong> According to a survey by the RV Industry Association, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rvia.org\/system\/files\/media\/file\/2025%20Owner%20Demographic%20Profile%20-%20Public_1.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">6% of U.S. RV owners<\/a> live in their camper long-term, amounting to about 486,000 full-timers.<\/div>   <\/div>    <div style=\"display:flex; align-items:flex-start; gap:12px; margin-bottom:14px;\">     <div style=\"font-size:1.6em; line-height:1;\">\ud83c\udfd3<\/div>     <div><strong>Prepared for picklers:<\/strong> In 2024, <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-cities-playing-pickleball-usa\/\">pckleball<\/a> courts were added to 17% of private campgrounds, according to The Dyrt.<\/div>   <\/div>    <div style=\"display:flex; align-items:flex-start; gap:12px; margin-bottom:14px;\">     <div style=\"font-size:1.6em; line-height:1;\">\ud83d\udc15<\/div>     <div><strong>Who let the dogs out?<\/strong> Nearly \u00bd of campers surveyed by The Dyrt brought their pups along for their camping trips, with about 5% attempting to camp with their cats. Keep in mind, not all pets may be <a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsweek.com\/dog-reaction-camping-tent-viral-tiktok-1923852\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">fond of camping<\/a>.<\/div>   <\/div>    <div style=\"display:flex; align-items:flex-start; gap:12px; margin-bottom:14px;\">     <div style=\"font-size:1.6em; line-height:1;\">\ud83d\uddd1<\/div>     <div><strong>Leave no trace:<\/strong> Litterbugs are becoming a big problem, especially in unregulated areas used for dispersed camping. Camping has been suspended at places like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.backpacker.com\/news-and-events\/news\/san-carpoforo-beach-big-sur-camping-closure\/?scope=initial\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">San Carpoforo Creek Beach, California<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kitv.com\/news\/local\/dsp-suspends-camping-at-sand-island-state-recreation-area-due-to-negligent-behavior\/article_b48917c8-59ce-11ef-8035-cfae293948d0.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sand Island State Recreation Area<\/a> in Hawaii, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maine.gov\/dacf\/about\/news\/news.shtml?id=5048288\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tumbledown Mountain<\/a> in Maine. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sfgate.com\/national-parks\/article\/hundreds-disperse-living-inside-national-park-21057733.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">20,000 pounds of trash<\/a> were removed from a camping area at Lake Mead National Recreation Area.<\/div>   <\/div>    <div style=\"display:flex; align-items:flex-start; gap:12px;\">     <div style=\"font-size:1.6em; line-height:1;\">\ud83d\udc04<\/div>     <div><strong>Campfires and cows:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hipcamp.com\/en-US\/search\/hipcamp-awards-best-farmstays-us-25?mapLayers=nationalParkSystem&#038;mapLayers=nationalForests\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Farmstays<\/a> are on the rise, with 14.1% of animal-loving campers trying it out in 2024.<\/div>   <\/div> <\/div>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"key-insights\"><span id=\"know-before-you-go-safety-and-spending\">Know before you go: Safety and spending<\/span><\/h2>    <!-- Lawn Love callout box: place under the lede, before the TOC --> <section class=\"ll-callout\" role=\"note\" aria-label=\"Federal shutdown note\">   <p><strong>Note on the federal government shutdown:<\/strong> While many national parks and other public facilities are partially open, they may not be staffed and certain amenities and services \u2014 including bathrooms, showers, visitors centers, and certain parking lots \u2014 may not be available.<\/p>    <p>If you venture out on a trip to our public lands, please be mindful of the environment and fellow campgoers. Follow the 7 principles of <a href=\"https:\/\/lnt.org\/why\/7-principles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Leave No Trace<\/a> \u2014 plan to pack out everything you bring with you, including trash.<\/p>    <p>Check online for status updates for the park(s) you\u2019re planning to visit.<\/p> <\/section>  <style>   .ll-callout {     font-family: Inter, system-ui, -apple-system, Segoe UI, Roboto, Arial, sans-serif;     border: 2px solid #135719;     border-left: 8px solid #135719;     border-radius: 12px;     padding: 20px 24px;     margin: 28px 0;     color: #111827;     line-height: 1.7;     background-color: #fff;     box-shadow: 0 2px 8px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.06);   }    .ll-callout strong {     color: #111827;     font-weight: 700;   }    .ll-callout a {     text-decoration: underline;     text-underline-offset: 2px;   }    .ll-callout a:hover,   .ll-callout a:focus {     text-decoration-thickness: 2px;   }    .ll-callout p {     margin: 10px 0;   } <\/style>    <h3 id=\"natures-in-charge\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Nature\u2019s in charge<\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Natural disasters are unpredictable and can happen anywhere in the U.S. Last summer, I reserved a night for solo camping while visiting my family in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.experienceouradirondacks.com\/adirondack-camping\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Adirondacks<\/a> in <strong>New York<\/strong> (No. 8), but luckily changed my plans before <a href=\"https:\/\/www.adirondackexplorer.org\/stories\/two-additional-tornadoes-confirmed-adirondacks-july\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">7 tornadoes<\/a> unexpectedly struck that same day.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From 2014 to 2024, over 1,600 people died in National Parks.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>California<\/strong> had the <strong>most national park deaths<\/strong> between 2014 and 2024, <strong>317<\/strong>, followed by <strong>Arizona<\/strong> (No. 18) and <strong>North Carolina <\/strong>(No. 6). According to The Dyrt\u2019s survey, <strong>wildfires impacted 1 in 4 campers last year<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>National park closures<\/strong> have been most prevalent in <strong>Maryland <\/strong>(No. 45), with <strong>18 closures in 2025<\/strong> due to damage from Hurricane Helene and other planned construction projects, followed by <strong>Virginia <\/strong>(No. 14), <strong>California<\/strong>, and <strong>Washington<\/strong> (No. 7). Meanwhile, <strong>Minnesota <\/strong>(No. 10), <strong>Idaho <\/strong>(No. 20), and <strong>Nebraska <\/strong>(No. 35), and <strong>Louisiana <\/strong>(No. 40) tie with <strong>no recorded closures <\/strong>so far this year.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Alaska<\/strong> (No. 36) is prime for disconnecting, with <strong>vast wildlands<\/strong> and <strong>phone service <\/strong>available across only <strong>21.1%<\/strong> of the state. While lack of service is key for some campers seeking solitude, it can pose a safety hazard in emergency scenarios.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Meanwhile, <strong>8 states<\/strong> \u2014 including <strong>Indiana<\/strong> (No. 25), <strong>Illinois<\/strong> (No. 29), and <strong>Mississippi<\/strong> (No. 41) \u2014 tie with <strong>phone coverage across 100%<\/strong> of state lands.&nbsp;<\/p>    <h3 id=\"camping-costs\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Camping costs<\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to The Dyrt\u2019s survey, 34.4% of campgrounds plan to increase their rental rates.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Across the 50 states, <strong>average nightly rates<\/strong> at Hipcamp sites cost <strong>$62.39<\/strong>. For <strong>RV rentals<\/strong>, the average cost to rent is <strong>$169.78<\/strong> per day.<\/p>    <h4 id=\"states-with-5-most-expensive-average-hipcamp-rates\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">States with 5 most expensive average Hipcamp rates<\/h4>    <ol class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Hawaii (No. 49) \u2014 $93.91<\/li>    <li>Connecticut (No. 48) \u2014 $93.25<\/li>    <li>Rhode Island (No. 50) \u2014 $84.73<\/li>    <li>Alaska (No. 36) \u2014 $82.95<\/li>    <li>California (No. 1) \u2014 $79.40<\/li> <\/ol>    <h4 id=\"states-with-5-least-expensive-average-hipcamp-rates\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">States with 5 least expensive average hipcamp rates<\/h4>    <ol class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>North Dakota (No. 30) \u2014 $27.50<\/li>    <li>Kansas (No. 31) \u2014 $42.91<\/li>    <li>Louisiana (No. 40) \u2014 $42.98<\/li>    <li>Mississippi (No. 41) \u2014 $44.33<\/li>    <li>Oklahoma (No. 33) \u2014 $45.62<\/li> <\/ol>   <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"ask-the-experts\"><span id=\"\"><\/span><\/h2>  <div id=\"experts-block\" class=\"experts\">     <h2 id=\"expert-camping-tips\" class=\"text-2xl font-bold text-black mb-3\">Expert camping tips<\/h2>    <p>Over 25 million Americans have reported camping for the first time since 2021.<\/p> <p>Maximize your excursion with help from seasoned campers, park rangers, and other outdoors experts below.<\/p> <ol> <li>What are your top 3 tips for staying safe overnight in the wilderness?<\/li> <li>What should inexperienced campers know about campground etiquette that might not be explicitly stated in the host site\u2019s rules or guidelines?<\/li> <li>In your opinion, has camping become too expensive? 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I see this a lot when a campsite is near a bathroom or trail or when campsites are backed up to one another. Campers will cut through instead of going around. It\u2019s annoying and super disrespectful of the person who paid for that site\u2026 don\u2019t do it!<\/p> <p><strong>In your opinion, has camping become too expensive? What are three ideas to cut costs while planning an affordable camping trip?<\/strong><\/p> <p>Camping can be as inexpensive or as expensive as you want it to be. You don\u2019t need a fancy tent, furniture, and everything else you mostly see with glamping. Heck, you don\u2019t even need to stay in a paid park. There are plenty of places that are run by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) that are free. If you are looking to cut costs, look for BLM land, grab yourself a cheap tent and a couple of tarps, a good sleeping bag (or even just blankets work), cookware you already have at home, a lighter, water, and food, and head on out! Also, I love looking for used gear at garage sales and on Facebook Marketplace.<\/p> <p><strong>What are three essentials for every camping trip?<\/strong><\/p> <p>Other than your typical tent, bedding, water, and food, I would say my top three essentials for camping would be a good air mattress (I am older, and sleeping directly on the ground is a no-go), a camp chair, and a good book!<\/p> <p><strong>How can campers tell if they\u2019re ready for more rugged camping experiences \u2014 like overlanding or dispersed camping \u2014 or if their camping plans are too far out of their depth?<\/strong><\/p> <p>For new campers starting out, I suggest \u201croughing it\u201d and testing out gear (especially new gear) in your own backyard before heading out. If you don\u2019t have a backyard, find a local park that offers camping with full amenities (running water, electrical hookups, showers, etc.) that way, you can easily bail and head home. Once you have worked your way up camping locally for a weekend and feel comfortable, then broaden your horizons and look for parks further from home that still offer amenities. Once you get comfortable camping with no electricity or running water for more than a weekend, you might be ready for overlanding or dispersed camping. Overlanding and dispersed camping really require more equipment and survival skills. When you are that far out, help can be hours away. You need to know how to handle medical situations and be mechanically inclined (know how to work on your vehicle). Additionally, you may not have cell service, so make sure you have invested in a satellite communication device. At the minimum, you should have taken a CPR\/first aid course, have the correct equipment\/supplies to survive off-grid until help arrives, and know how to fix mechanical issues on your overlanding vehicle.<\/p> <p><strong>What\u2019s your favorite campfire recipe?<\/strong><\/p> <p>I am simple; my favorite campfire recipe is fried catfish (hopefully freshly caught), poor man\u2019s biscuits, and roasted corn on the cob.<\/p>             <\/div>            <\/div>          <\/div>                <div           id=\"expert-natalie-vereen-davis\"           class=\"mb-10 border border-gray-200 p-4 cursor-pointer lg:block\"           x-bind:class=\"{'lg:border-theme-green block': focusedExpert == 'natalie-vereen-davis', 'hidden': focusedExpert != 'natalie-vereen-davis'}\"           @click=\"openExpert('natalie-vereen-davis', 'expert'); expertIsFocused = true\">            <div             x-bind:class=\"{'items-center': focusedExpert != 'natalie-vereen-davis', 'items-start': focusedExpert == 'natalie-vereen-davis'}\"             class=\"item mb-4 hidden lg:flex\"             @click=\"openExpert('natalie-vereen-davis', 'expert')\">              <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Screenshot-2025-12-16-034122.png\" alt=\"Natalie Vereen-Davis\" class=\"m-0 mr-3 w-16 h-16 object-cover rounded-full lg:w-20 lg:h-20\">              <div>               <div                 x-bind:class=\"{'trim-label': focusedExpert != 'natalie-vereen-davis'}\"                 class=\"text-sm leading-5 mb-2 text-black font-medium\">Natalie Vereen-Davis <\/div>               <div                 x-bind:class=\"{'trim-label': focusedExpert != 'natalie-vereen-davis'}\"                 class=\"text-sm leading-5 mb-2 text-gray-800\">Editor<\/div>               <div                 x-bind:class=\"{'trim-label': focusedExpert != 'natalie-vereen-davis'}\"                 class=\"text-gray-600 text-sm\">Camping Kiddos<\/div>             <\/div>           <\/div>            <div             class=\"hidden lg:block\"             x-bind:class=\"{'lg:hidden': focusedExpert == 'natalie-vereen-davis'}\">             <button class=\"flex items-center text-theme-green open-details\" @click=\"openExpert('natalie-vereen-davis', 'expert'); 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Don&#8217;t be afraid to turn back if it suddenly turns on you, and keep a lightweight rain jacket and emergency bivvy in your hiking pack in case you do get caught in rain, plummeting temperatures, or wind. Secondly, always put your food and scented items in a bear box (if provided) or in a bear hang. This keeps bears, raccoons, possums, and other wildlife away from your tent, and keeps you and them safe. Thirdly, carry a satellite GPS with you at all times. We never leave the trailhead without our Garmin InReach Mini, which can connect us to rescue personnel if we get lost or hurt. Never rely solely on your cell phone.<\/p> <p><strong>What should inexperienced campers know about campground etiquette that might not be explicitly stated in the host site\u2019s rules or guidelines?<\/strong><\/p> <p>Don&#8217;t cut through people&#8217;s campsites, even if it&#8217;s the shortest way to the water pump, bath house, or road. Also, keep light and noise to a minimum after about 10 or 11 PM. While you might want to stay up and hang out by the campfire, others might have a very early wakeup for a hike the next day. If you are hanging out by the campfire into the wee hours, lower your voice and music. Don&#8217;t use bright torches\/headlamps unless necessary, and definitely do not hang lights from nearby trees.<\/p> <p><strong>In your opinion, has camping become too expensive? What are three ideas to cut costs while planning an affordable camping trip?<\/strong><\/p> <p>Camping has steeply risen in popularity since around 2020, and, while I love that others have discovered their passion for the outdoors, prices have definitely risen in tandem. Keep costs low by precooking and prepackaging as much as possible for your trip to keep you from making last minute trips to a nearby grocery store or running to a local restaurant. (This is also much cheaper than buying premade dehydrated meals!) Secondly, consider purchasing second hand gear. Outdoor outfitters like REI often have a previously loved corner where you can get shoes and gear for much less than full retail pricing. Facebook Marketplace is another option for getting low cost tents and gear to try out before you splurge on something new. Finally, book in advance for state and national park campsites, which are much more affordable than private campgrounds. If you&#8217;re okay with last minute decision making, you can also find first come first served camping in many national forests for very cheap or even free.<\/p> <p><strong>What are three essentials for every camping trip?<\/strong><\/p> <p>Our three essentials for every camping trip (beyond the basics like food and water) are our camp chairs, which we use for meals, star gazing, and campfires; bungee cords, which we use for everything from hanging things up to bundling and organizing gear; and really comfortable shoes. Don&#8217;t forget to break them in if you&#8217;re planning to go hiking while you&#8217;re out camping.<\/p> <p><strong>How can campers tell if they\u2019re ready for more rugged camping experiences \u2014 like overlanding or dispersed camping \u2014 or if their camping plans are too far out of their depth?<\/strong><\/p> <p>I&#8217;d advise campers to always start comfortably, even if you think it&#8217;s too easy. For your first ever night camping, opt for a nearby state park or even private campground like a KOA, so that you have plenty of amenities and help if you find something that you don&#8217;t know how to do.<\/p> <p>Once you&#8217;re really comfortable with the basics, like starting a campfire, managing your food (and associated bear hangs), learning about local wildlife, and completing first aid, you can start doing more adventurous camping like dispersed camping in national forests or hike-in backcountry camping in a national park.<\/p> <p><strong>What\u2019s your favorite campfire recipe?<\/strong><\/p> <p>We love a pudgy pie! These require the use of a cast iron mold, and you fill pastry or pie dough with all sorts of fillings. Favorite pudgy pie recipes for us include pizza pudgy pies (with pizza dough as the exterior, pizza sauce, mozzerella, and everyone&#8217;s favorite toppings) and banana Nutella pudgy pies (with puff pastry or crescent roll pastry as the exterior, sliced bananas, a smear of Nutella and a handful of pecans).<\/p>             <\/div>            <\/div>          <\/div>              <\/div> <\/div>   <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"methodology\"><span id=\"behind-the-ranking\">Behind the ranking<\/span><\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To rank 2025\u2019s Best States for Camping, we compared the 50 U.S. states across 21 metrics.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our camping metrics covered 5 major themes:<\/p>    <!--Author: Kimberly Magerl--> <!--LL brand hex codes: green #0D581D, gold #EAB308, accent #DCF4D3--> <section class=\"methodology-list\" style=\"max-width:900px; margin:32px auto; font-family:Inter,sans-serif;\">   <ul style=\"list-style:none; padding:0; margin:0;\">     <li style=\"background:#FFFFFF; border:1px solid #EAB308; border-radius:12px; padding:16px 20px; margin-bottom:12px;\">       <strong style=\"color:#0D581D;\">Access (47%)<\/strong><br>       We looked at the number of camping trails on AllTrails for backcountry escapes, Hipcamp sites, RV parks and campgrounds, acreage of state and national parks, the number of national park closures in 2025, access to recreation areas, and hiking trails.     <\/li>      <li style=\"background:#FFFFFF; border:1px solid #EAB308; border-radius:12px; padding:16px 20px; margin-bottom:12px;\">       <strong style=\"color:#0D581D;\">Quality (18%)<\/strong><br>       We compared average Hipcamp site ratings and also looked at the number of sites with amenities like toilets, drinkable water, showers, and a variety of camping activities.     <\/li>      <li style=\"background:#FFFFFF; border:1px solid #EAB308; border-radius:12px; padding:16px 20px; margin-bottom:12px;\">       <strong style=\"color:#0D581D;\">Supplies (10%)<\/strong><br>       We looked into the number of camping supply stores and offers for RV rentals.     <\/li>      <li style=\"background:#FFFFFF; border:1px solid #EAB308; border-radius:12px; padding:16px 20px; margin-bottom:12px;\">       <strong style=\"color:#0D581D;\">Safety (13%)<\/strong><br>       We factored in park deaths, natural hazards, and phone coverage.     <\/li>      <li style=\"background:#FFFFFF; border:1px solid #EAB308; border-radius:12px; padding:16px 20px;\">       <strong style=\"color:#0D581D;\">Affordability (12%)<\/strong><br>       We considered the average rate for a Hipcamp rental, the average cost for RV rentals, and whether the state parks require an entrance fee.     <\/li>   <\/ul> <\/section>      <h3 id=\"sources\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sources<\/h3>    <p class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.alltrails.com\/us\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>AllTrails<\/em><\/a><em>, <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/stores.basspro.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Bass Pro Shops<\/em><\/a><em>, <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/bestneighborhood.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Best Neighborhood<\/em><\/a><em>, <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cabelas.com\/home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Cabela\u2019s<\/em><\/a><em>, <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/rv.campingworld.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Camping World<\/em><\/a><em>, <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/ncdp.columbia.edu\/us-natural-hazards-index\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Columbia Climate School<\/em><\/a><em>, <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dickssportinggoods.com\/s\/stores\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Dick\u2019s<\/em><\/a><em>, <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hipcamp.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Hipcamp<\/em><\/a><em>, <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nps.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>National Park Service<\/em><\/a><em>, <\/em><a href=\"http:\/\/recreation.gov\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Recreation.gov<\/em><\/a><em>, <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/stores\/map\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>REI<\/em><\/a><em>, <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/roadtrippers.com\/magazine\/these-states-have-free-entry-to-state-parks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Roadtrippers<\/em><\/a><em>, <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/campgrounds.rvlife.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>RV LIFE<\/em><\/a><em>, <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/rvshare.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>RVshare<\/em><\/a><em>, <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.scheels.com\/stores\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Scheels<\/em><\/a><em>,&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"final-thoughts\"><span id=\"no-reservations-needed-try-backyard-camping\">No reservations needed: Try backyard camping<\/span><\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thedyrt.com\/press\/more-than-half-of-campers-report-difficulty-booking-campsites-because-they-are-sold-out\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Over \u00bd of campers<\/a> reported difficulty reserving campsites during the 2024 camping season due to high demand, according to The Dyrt\u2019s 2025 Camping Survey. Start booking your camping plans as early as possible, especially if you\u2019re visiting parks like Yosemite, Yellowstone, and Arches.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Apps like <a href=\"https:\/\/campnab.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Campnab<\/a> have emerged to help campers find spots when reservations are canceled last minute. If you\u2019re an early bird, some campgrounds skip reservations altogether and offer first-come, first-served campsites.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have a lawn to escape to, backyard camping can be an epic and affordable way to spend a weekend at home. Whether you\u2019re introducing your children and pets to camping for the first time or just need a change of scenery from your screens and wallpaper, just spending time outside greatly benefits your <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/how-time-in-yard-affects-well-being\/\">mental and physical health<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Keep it lowkey with a tent or establish a full-time glamping spot for your family and friends with help from our ideas below:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Light up the <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/fire-pit-cost\/\">fire pit<\/a> for s\u2019mores or more elaborate camp cooking.<\/li>    <li>Tell scary stories around an <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/outdoor-fireplace-cost\/\">outdoor fireplace<\/a>.<\/li>    <li>Disconnect and spend your afternoon <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-plants-to-attract-birds\/\">birding<\/a>.<\/li>    <li>Cook a fresh meal with ingredients from your <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/how-to-start-vegetable-garden\/\">veggie garden<\/a>.<\/li>    <li>Set out some <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/backyard-games-that-wont-ruin-lawn\/\">backyard games<\/a> to keep the kids busy.<\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/how-to-protect-lawn-during-outdoor-events\/\">Prep your lawn<\/a> to withstand foot traffic.<\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/landscaping-ideas-backyard-privacy\/\">Landscape for enhanced privacy<\/a> to make it really feel like a camping getaway.&nbsp;<\/li>    <li>Extend the night with some <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/outdoor-landscape-lighting-ideas\/\">outdoor lighting<\/a> elements.<\/li>    <li>Vamp up your <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/budget-backyard-patio-ideas\/\">patio furniture<\/a> or set up some hammocks to sleep in.<\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>If you\u2019re hitting the road less traveled, <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/\"><em>hire a local Lawn Love pro<\/em><\/a><em> to keep your lawn looking nice while you camp across America.<\/em><\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"media-resources\">Media resources<\/h2>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1DAez0eoaXqlbpkyhL553MwV4C0eEHQeRndj6mexkXWs\/edit#gid=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">High-resolution images of cities<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/infogram.com\/ranking-table-2023s-best-states-for-camping-1hd12yxq9qr3x6k\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2023\u2019s Best States for Camping ranking results<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1KkYMmUg8kreuPDPrBSfEUujO-sSGsO-EaEixvNdXl_U\/edit?usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2022\u2019s Best States for Camping ranking results<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Main photo credit:<\/strong> Aris Berroya<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Which states offer the best camping spots for a night under the stars? 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