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2023’s Best States for Camping in America
Staff Report
Thursday, March 9th, 2023
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Few things are more relaxing than a night under the stars while camping with your favorite folks.
Which states offer the best spots for a rustic retreat?
To kick off the start of camping season, Lawn Love ranked 2023’s Best States for Camping in America.
To come up with our ranking, we compared the 50 states based on 25 metrics, such as campsite access, acreage, and trails. We also considered safety, supplies, camper satisfaction, and affordability.
Check out the five best (and five worst) states for camping below, followed by key insights from our report. (See where your state ranks.)
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Best States for Camping
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Rank
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State
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California
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2
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Washington
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3
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Texas
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4
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Florida
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New York
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Worst States for Camping
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State
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North Dakota
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2
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Rhode Island
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3
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Louisiana
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Nevada
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5
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Mississippi
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Key insights:
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West Coast adventures: California hikes to first place for the second year in a row, while Washington state trails just behind at No. 2. Both states scored high in Access, Quality, and Supplies, but the Golden State gives campers the most space for a night off the beaten path.
Stay safe if you camp in these two states: They lack phone coverage and have high rates of park deaths. California holds the record for the most park deaths between 2010 and 2020 at 300 — 151 more than the next state, Arizona.
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Wide-open spaces: Texas (No. 3) is a big state full of diverse camping opportunities.
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