Quick Summary: When people think of going on a camping trip, most think of the summer season, maybe the beginning of fall, but hardly ever the winner months. The truth is, there’s actually numerous excellent camping destinations throughout the United States that are great places to take a camping trip during the winter and early spring. Whether campers are looking to escape the cold weather, experience snow-covered landscapes, or beat the crowds, there’s a winter camping option for just about anyone. This means outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy the great outdoors year-round.


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1. Acadia National Park

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2. Arches National Park

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3. Big Bend National Park

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4. Crater Lake National Park

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5. Cumberland Island

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6. Death Valley National Park

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7. Dry Tortugas National Park

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8. Grand Canyon National Park

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9. Great Sand Dunes National Park

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10. Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

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11. Hot Springs National Park

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12. Joshua Tree National Park

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13. Mt Baker-Snoqualimie National Forest

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14. Mt. Hood National Forest

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15. Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument

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16. Padre Island National Seashore

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17. Patagonia Lake State Park

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18. Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore

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19. Red Cliffs Campground

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20. Red Rock Canyon State Park

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21. Tettegouche State Park

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22. White River National Forest

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23. Wild River State Park

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24. Yellowstone National Park

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25. Yosemite National Park

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