Looking for a new place to campin your backyard or beyond? You’re not alone. As droves of people across the U.S.look to safely travel by , it’s no surprise that campgrounds are more popular than ever. ,the online and app-based booking system for both private and public campsites, is a great resourcefor those lookingto stay away from the hordes. From affordable camping near National Parks to decked-out glampsites with epic views, here are our favorite Hipcamp sites in every state.
Alabama
Pinewood Nature Cottage (From $85)
Located in the shrimping village of Bon Secour, 11 miles north of the Gulf of Mexico, is the perfect base camp for paddling and wildlife viewing in ten-mile-long Little Lagoon, fishing theBon Secour River, andsurfing the sandbar break at West Pass in the nearby town of Gulf Shores. Birders will want to check out the estuary at or .
Alaska
Seaside Farm Meadows (From $25)
This affords access to , a roughly 400,000-acre refuge that borders both the Kenai Mountains and Gulf of Alaska. You reach it via a 30-minute water-taxi ride from the town of Homer, four hourssouth of Anchorage. Once there, you can walk to a 20-mile-long beach to spot sea otters and eagles. But with stunning glacier views across the water from camp, we don’t blame you if you choose to simply linger by the raspberry patch.
Arizona
Grand Canyon GlampingEco-Yurt (From $89)
A 45-minute drive from the South Rim of the Grand Canyon, , set on tenacres, is only eclipsed by its hosts. They’ll make you breakfast with farm-fresh eggs, arrange private yoga classes, andset up guided hiking or biking tours in nearby and National Forests.
Arkansas
Thunder Mountain River Camp (From $70)
This on the South Fork of the Caddo River, about 95 miles west of Little Rock, offers complimentary kayaks, tubes, and a paddleboat. It also hasaccess to a multilevel deck and—here’s the kicker—an open-air bathhouse overlooking the river and the Ouachita Mountains.
California
Glamping in the Sierra Foothills (From $85)
Two and a half miles from the Yuba River’s Middle Fork, and95 miles north of Sacramento, these boast new beds, an outdoor shower, and an onsite veggie garden between the property’s dual orchards. Swim or boat at , and hike, bike, or climb in .
Colorado
Riverside Glamping in the Rockies (From $75)
Soak in a claw-foot tub after a day exploring Rocky Mountain National Park—a 25-minute drive northwest—or the 20-plus miles oftrails in adjacent.also overlooks a seasonal stream and has a private trail that leads to miles of hiking and mountain biking routes.
Connecticut
Quarry View (From $100)
You’ll find waterfalls and dinosaur tracks near , which is perched on the edge of a formerquarry, a national historic landmark that’snow a lake. At the neighboring , an adventure-sports center, swim inthe lake, rent stand-up paddleboards or kayaks, go scuba diving, or climb man-maderoutes.
Delaware
Top of the Pond (From $55)
Enjoy simple pleasures at this primitive but serene : take a walk in the woods, go fishing, or paddle the large on-site pond or one of several lakes located within a mile of the property. For a day trip, head to , six miles away.
Florida
Live Oak Cove (From $50)
Ideal for those with an RV, a trailer, or a van, sits beside a private lake that’s perfectfor swimming, boating (two canoes are providedat no cost), or fishing. Bonus points: there’sa fenced-in area for your pups (and the owners’lovable Labs) to run free.
Georgia
Stone Mill Camping (From $45)
The owners share their remote homestead (located just over an hour north of Atlanta) with . Hiking, swimming, fishing, and off-roading await 30 miles northeast at in the North Georgia mountains.
Hawaii
Hamakua Camping Cabanas (From $38)
Swim or paddlein the Big Island’s Hilo Bay, hike rainforest trails along the northeastern Hamakua Coast, or surf at . Then crash in these screened-in , located just east of —blankets and pillows will be waiting for you.
Idaho
Mountain Top Getaways (From $12)
Get back to the land at these almost entirely at the mouth of Cub River Canyonin southeastern Idaho. In returnyou’ll enjoysweeping views from9,460-foot Wilderness Peakand everything the nearby has to offer: hiking, bouldering, snow sports, and more.
Illinois
Farm Girl and Friends (From $25)
Pitch a tent at (or bring a trailer to) . If you can tear yourself away from the miniature piglets, swim at or head to to hike, fish, and boat.
Indiana
Luxury Tiny Beach Cabin (From $100)
Wood-fired cedar hot tub? Check. Lofted, king-sizememory-foam bed with 800-thread-count sheets? Double check. This posh, located one block from on Lake Michigan, also comes with an outdoor shower, two bikes, and two kayaks.
Iowa
The Barnyard (From $55)
From , bike across the river to , or rent a canoe or kayak from , roughly 15 miles southeast, to float the Wapsipinicon River. Don’t spend all your energy, though—there might be a live band playing when you get back. If you don’t have the gear, the host offers a six-to-eight-person rental tent for $20 more.
Kansas
Enchanted Oaks (From $20)
Camp in a grove of walnut trees just 25 minutes from downtown Kansas City. This seven-acre property has , hiking trails, and a fishing pond with a paddleboat.
Kentucky
The Lookout at Raven Ridge (From $35)
Roll out your sleeping mat on a deck overlooking the famed Red River Gorge. Situated on 50 acres, is a stone’s throw from the Red’spopular climbing routes, hiking trails, and , which is home to the excellent fly-fishing spots of Cave Run Lake and the East Fork of Indian Creek River.
Louisiana
Cajun Retreat Campsites (From $38)
This in southeastern Louisiana has its own boat launch for kayaking Bayou Manchac or simply watching birds and turtles. Let the friendly hosts, who live on-site, cook you a meal, set you up with fishing gear, orpoint you to the best local seafood markets and swamp tours.
Maine
Off-Grid Oceanfront Acadia A-Frame (From $120)
An off-the-grid A-frame? Yes, please! Literally steps from a swimmable (at high tide) sand beachon MountDesert Narrows, has access to surrounding hiking trails, a dining deck, and views of Acadia National Park, a 30-mile drive away.
Maryland
Willet Family Farm (From $50)
The sound of bullfrogs will lull you to sleep at this private, secluded . Tucked away on a 100-acre farm, you’ll be just a ten-minute drive from fishing at or can head off on five miles of multi-use trails at the 240-acre .
Massachusetts
Bakers Island Light Campsite (From $35)
Set up camp on a raised platform on a grassy knoll overlooking Salem Sound. Located on Bakers Island next to its eponymous light station, three miles off the coast of Salem, this is the perfect base camp for those looking for seclusion.
Michigan
Lynx Run Wilderness Retreat (From $125)
A lush haven within the Lower Peninsula’s , features both Japanese and English country gardens, as well as an orchard, a trout stream, and a natural spring with not one but two Japanese-style bridges. Although the cabin is off the grid, you can plug in at the main house, and there’s warm water for showers and the antique bathtub on the porch.
Minnesota
The Stuga (From $79)
Named after the Swedish word for “cottage,”this 10-by-12-foot packs a lot in. Beyondthe basics—three beds and a table—you’ll find a kitchenette, a rocking chair, and a propane heater that resembles a fireplace. It’s the perfect setting for relaxing after a day spent exploring the adventure capitalofDuluth.
Mississippi
Camp Topisaw (From $35)
Drive right up to Topisaw Creekand spend your days splashing in the sandy, spring-fed waterway, or hit up the nearby state parks, Percy Quin and Lake Lincoln, from 90 miles south of Jackson.
Missouri
ItzaWayzBack Farm (From $99)
Near a good halfway point for float trips on the Current River, two sides of in the Ozarks are bordered by. Grill on your private deck, cook fromthe outdoor kitchen’s wood-burningstove and oven, and enjoycoffee and tea delivered to your doorstep each morning.
Montana
Cabin on Bank of Mountain Stream (From $125)
This sits on the bankof Bear Creek’s North Fork, a quarter-mile walk from , six miles from the Yellowstone River—a whitewater destination—and less than 20 miles from Yellowstone National Park’s north entrance.
Nebraska
Gorgeous Tiny House (From $209)
Get the lowdown on permaculture during a tour of the owners’organic farm, or use as home base for exploring , located on the banks of the Missouri River, a ten-minute drive away. Breakfast supplies and a hot tub are included.
Nevada
Water Rock Ranch (From $125)
Roughly 30 miles east of Death Valley National Park and 30 miles west of , at Water Rock Ranch is surrounded by amplehiking and climbing. Guests can take advantage of a pergola sitting area plus a fire pit and grill for cooking.
New Hampshire
Sacred Nectar Sanctuary (From $77)
With broad views of the White Mountains, is situatednext to a trailhead for Mount Whiteface, a 11.3-mileloop. There are quiet country roads for scenic biking and a small communal shelter, but be sure to bring tents or a vehicle to sleep in ifinclement weather isforecast.
New Jersey
Restorative Lakeside Retreat (From $400)
This (adjacent to the property’s main house)on Cape Mayoffers hiking in addition to thebigattraction: the hosts’20-acre lake. In the summer, launch free kayaks, canoes, SUPs, or a sailboat from the dock, or opt for the ocean,five miles away.
New Mexico
AbiquiúTiny House (From $60)
In the high desert of northern New Mexico, in the village of Abiquiú boasts sweeping vistas of the Chama Valley. Walk among piñon and juniper in the footsteps of artist Georgia O’Keeffe, who called this areahome for many years, raft the Rio Chama, swim at AbiquiúLake, or day-trip to Taos or Santa Fe.
New York
Birdsong Cabin (From $125)
This is the definition of cozy: awood-burning heater warms the space, which features plush armchairs, a rocking sofa, and a queen-size bed in the loft. Come summer, six-foot-tall windows on multiple walls let in lots of light, and French doors open up onto a petite porch. For active day trips, there are plenty of nearby trails, plusswimming at Dorset Marble Quarry and fly-fishing at just across the border in Vermont.
North Carolina
RV Paradise (from $100)
Ideal for motorized vehicles, ’s most popular feature is its mountaintop observation deck, whichfeaturesspectacular views of . Your staycomes with a slip on Lake Glenville, where you can launch the property’s complimentary canoe, kayak, and SUPs.
North Dakota
Cottonwood Campground (From $15)
This spartan in is a good jumping-off point for backcountry hiking, road biking, fishing, cross-country skiing, ora multi-day float down the Little Missouri River.
Ohio
Creekside Cottage (From $80)
This fully equipped, is part of a campground in the Appalachian foothills, just over 70 miles east ofCincinnati. After hiking, biking, and hanging out creekside, drive eight miles to the , a prehistoric Native American structure slated to become a UnescoWorld Heritage site.
Oklahoma
Dragonfly Tiny Cabin (From $50)
Only two people can fit inside this postage-stamp-size, but more guests can camp outside. Located about15 miles east of downtown Oklahoma City, you’llbe surprised at the variety of adventure foundnearby: angling, climbing, boating, biking, and hiking are all possible at , a half-hour south.
Oregon
Owl Creek Cabin (From $125)
In the mountains just east of Ashland, this delightful is adjacent to BLM land. Day-hike a section of the Pacific Crest Trail, or paddle around one of several nearby lakes, including the neighboring Howard Prairie Lake, before retiring to the claw-foot tub set under a canopy of boughs.
Pennsylvania
Summer Smiles Honey Farm (From $88)
Roam around ’s environs, a 34-acre working farm, before heading out to fish at the farm’s lake or explore nearby hiking trails. For an additional fee, the hosts will cook you meals (think wood-fired pizzas) made with fresh ingredients produced on-site. Keep an eye out for their friendly Irish wolfhound.
Rhode Island
Burlingame State Campground (From $10)
Set right beside Watchaug Pond in , this offers 20 cabins and700 tent sites. Rent a canoe, hike through rocky forestland, or drive tenminutes to or 15 minutes to .
South Carolina
Wild Hope Farm (From $100)
Stake out a tent at , an organic farmstead situated 45 minutes south of Charlotte, North Carolina. Amble along oak-lined trails and fish aten-acre pond that’s stocked with bass.
South Dakota
Whispering Winds Campsites (From $45)
The eight RV spots and tencottages at putyou within easy reach of Black Hills favorites, like and the , the latter a monument to the Lakota leader that has been under construction since 1948.
Tennessee
On the Beech Treehouse (From $110)
Perched on the edge of a mossy cliff, this indoor-outdoor includes a covered deck and can sleep six people. Cook up a storm in the large outdoor kitchen, strollto the private50-foot-tall waterfall, or visit one of eight state parks within a half-hour drive ofthe property.
Texas
Sky Ranch Terlingua (From $20)
Just outside Big Bend National Park, this offers respite from the West Texas heat (and wind) and a private slice of desert. You’ll have a sturdy fire pit to go with a panorama that includes landforms like Nine Point Mesa, Camel’s Hump, Black Hill, Packsaddle Mountain, and Hen Egg Mountain.
Utah
Running Deer Tipi (From $70)
Thirty minutes from Bryce Canyon National Park and an hour from Zion National Park, boasts a 360-degree vista of red rocks and the Sevier River. Unlike bare-bones tepees, this one comes with an ozan, an interior awning that catches any water that may fall in through the smoke hole up top.
Vermont
SiloSide A-Frame (From $50)
If you book this charmingly rugged , be sure to snag the farm host’s $5 Garden Goody Basket, full of fresh herbs, greens, and vegetables. You can also rent acanoeto paddle on nearby Harvey’s Lake, meander among the apple trees, or head over to to hike.
Virginia
Incredible Mountain Camping (From $35)
Although it has since returned to nature, the ten-site was once a bustling resort. Best for tents, it affords pedestrian access to a wooded lake for fishing, boating, and seasonal swimming.
Washington
Treehouse Place at Deer Ridge (From $225)
Follow a circuitousboardwalk through the forest to find perched among the trees, complete with a kitchenette, fireplace, slipper tub, and spiral staircase leading to the loft, where floor-to-ceiling windows are a constant reminder that you’re in a treehouse. It’s just an hour north of Seattle and near plenty of day hikes.
West Virginia
Loafer’s Glory Wilderness Camp (From $85)
Set on a scenic bike route of the , also has access to the camp’sown trails (and many more to be found in the greater area, too). You’ll get to play aton-site fishing ponds,nearby swimming holes,multi-pitch trad and sportclimbing at Seneca Rocks—a world-class climbing destination just 30 miles north—and the adventure hot spot of Monongahela National Forest, 60 miles west.
Wisconsin
Sanctuary at Little Sand (From $87)
A self-described “eco-glamping” site, offers a snug canvas tent, a composting toilet, and a solar-powered shower. You’ll be within two miles of the beach at , on Lake Superior, and close to paddling and swimming at .
Wyoming
Japanese Cabin (From $150)
Bike, boat, fish, climb, windsurf, swim, and paddle whitewater within a small radius of the property. You might not want to leave. Overlooking the Bighorn Basin, has a cedar sauna, a wood-fired stove framed by geometric windows, and a traditional tub in addition to a separate wooden soaking bath.