Campground Directory

There are an estimated 8,000 public and another 8,000 privately-owned campgrounds catering to the needs of 61 million campers using tents, travel trailers, motor homes or other types of RVs. Our campground directory will describe each, as to location, season, rates and amenities.

The Followings are the major types of campgrounds:

Federal Agencies

• National Recreation Reservation System

  The NRRS (National Recreation Reservation Service) is a one-stop reservation service for the the USDA Forest Service, Army Corps of Engineers, National Park Service, Bureau of Land Management and Bureau of Reclamation outdoor recreation facilities and activities.

State Agencies

• California Department of Parks and Recreation

  Manages more than 270 park units, which contain the finest and most diverse collection of natural, cultural, and recreational resources to be found within California.

• Colorado State Parks

  Colorado State Parks manages over 215,000 land and water acres which offers a variety of landscape to match the state's geography, from urban playgrounds to backcountry retreats, from mountain lakes to whitewater adventure.

• Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection

  Offers campgrounds in thirteen state parks or forests with over 1400 campsites. Camping areas can be found in a variety setting including shadowy woodlands, sandy shoreline beaches and secluded islands.

• Delaware State Parks

  Year-round cabins, cottages and campgrounds in Delaware State Parks are perfect for getting away no matter the season. Or try a rustic tent site or equestrian site. Don't forget to book a ghost tour at Fort Delaware! Also see: www.destateparks.com.

• Florida Department of Environmental Protection

  Florida's state park system is one of the largest in the country with 159 parks spanning more than 723,000 acres and 100 miles of sandy white beach offering year-around outdoor activities for all ages.

• Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation

  Idaho's 30 state parks offer something for everyone. We invite you to explore the diversity and beauty of our state park system from our endless trails to magnificent lake-side retreats, wide-open country sides and breathtaking mountain views. Experience nature in Idaho, sleep under the stars, view wildlife, climb the rocks, reel in a winning catch, enjoy a picnic, learn something new about yourself and make lifelong memories with your family. Discover Idaho's State Parks for yourself. Come stay and play. We've even saved a campsite for you.

• Kentucky Department of Parks

  State park system includes 52 parks and one interstate park with facilities for meetings and conferences, fine accommodations, camping, golf, education and much more.

• Louisiana Office of State Parks

  Each Louisiana State Park was carefully chosen for its outstanding and excellent recreation potential. Most State Parks feature a waterfront location, campsites and picnic areas.

• Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation

  Manages state parks with camping, hiking, swimming, walking and bike riding and more. There are opportunities for picnics, outdoor performances, areas available for company or family gatherings, historic sites, skating rinks, playgrounds, athletic fields, interpretive programs and much more.

• Maryland Department of Natural Resources

  Relax and have fun in Maryland State Parks, offering more than 2,300 campsites, 131 cabins, located across 137,000 pristine acres. With terrain ranging from mountain trails to seashore beaches, visit one of MD's 66 State Parks for some of the best outdoor recreational opportunities in the country! Camp, hike, bike, horsebackride, swim, sail, kayak, canoe, fish or hunt! Visit us at www.dnr.maryland.gov

• Mississippi Wildlife Fisheries & Parks

  Visit any of Mississippi's 24 state parks and uncover some of the best vacation spots in the world. Whether it's winding your way down a nature trail or relaxing by an open fire, state parks are some of Mississippi's best kept secrets.

• Nebraska Game and Parks Commission

  Welcome to Nebraska's state park system. From Chadron, our first park established in 1921, Nebraska's park system now encompasses 86 areas across the state. There are park lands to suit virtually every outdoor taste.Whether you're seeking the ultimate in modern conveniences in a picturesque outdoor setting or yearn to get back to nature amid the unspoiled beauty of the wilderness, you can find just the right locale for you from among Nebraska's exceptional state park area...from magnificent Eugene T. Mahoney State Park in the east to the rugged beauty of Fort Robinson State Park in the west.At our staffed areas, you'll find a dedicated corps of hospitable folks ready to make your stay an enjoyable and memorable experience. Enjoy your visit with us and come back again soon.

• New Hampshire Division of Parks and Recreation

  New Hampshire Division of Parks and Recreation manages over 73 state parks, campgrounds, historic sites, natural areas and thousands of miles of trails.

• New Mexico State Parks

  Did you know that that 70 percent of New Mexicans live within 40 miles of a State Park? New Mexico has 35 diverse State Parks (28 of which have camping facilities) to explore, including cool lakes, mountain forests, canyons, desert beauty and fascinating historical sites - even dinosaur tracks! New Mexico State Parks offer family-friendly settings, endless recreational opportunities and hundreds of special events and educational programs each year. In 2008 the parks attracted 4.1 million visitors.

• New York State Department of Environmental Conservation & Office of Parks Recreation and Historic Preservation

  Provides island camping, tent and trailer camping, boat launching facilities, hiking trails, beaches and day use areas with picnic tables and grills.

• Oregon Parks and Recreation Department

  Provide and protect outstanding natural, scenic, cultural, historic and recreational sites for the enjoyment and education of present and future generations.

• Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management

  Rhode Island offers five campgrounds with over 1000 campsites located in woodland and beach settings, on freshwater lakes and within minutes of Rhode Island's beautiful saltwater beaches. The sites range from primitive to developed sites with electric, water and sewer hookups.

• South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism

  More than 80,000 acres of campgrounds with campsites along the lake, trails in deep forests, shaded picnic areas and tours of plantation homes.

• Utah State Parks and Recreation

  Manages more than 2,000 campsites ranging from primitive to plush. Recreation opportunities found in the state parks are as diverse as the parks themselves.

• Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation

  Provides comfortable and economical overnight accommodations, ranging from primitive sites to developed sites with electric and water hookups.

• Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources

  Wisconsin state parks are as varied as the areas around them--there are forests, prairies, lakes, rivers, hills, and valleys.

Private Campgrounds

• Encore/ELS

  Encore RV Resort Communities - Located in some of the country's most desirable resort and vacation destinations. Whether you crave the warm sandy beaches of Florida, the serenity of the Northern woodlands, the beauty of the Eastern Seaboard, Arizona's Valley of the Sun, the Rio Grande Valley of Texas or the Pacific Coast, Encore RV Resorts will meet your every need. Daily, weekly, monthly and seasonal stays available.

• Encore/ELS Reservations

  Encore RV Resort Communities - Located in some of the country's most desirable resort and vacation destinations. Whether you crave the warm sandy beaches of Florida, the serenity of the Northern woodlands, the beauty of the Eastern Seaboard, Arizona's Valley of the Sun, the Rio Grande Valley of Texas or the Pacific Coast, Encore RV Resorts will meet your every need. Daily, weekly, monthly and seasonal stays available.

• KOA Kampgrounds

  KOA's GREAT People are committed to making your camping trip memorable and fun for everyone! We pride ourselves on meeting and exceeding our guests' needs and expectations. You'll be glad you stayed with us!

• Thousand Trails

  Thousand Trails provides memorable outdoor experience and family fun for its members at unique destinations in North America. Our members and guests have many options when choosing how to spend their valuable leisure time, so we consistently strive to increase their satisfaction by creating a safe, fun, and relaxing atmosphere.

Other Agencies

• East Bay Regional Park District, California

  Manages 65 parks and 29 regional interpark trails in Alameda and Contra Costa counties.

• Josephine County Parks, Oregon

  Has some of the most beautiful parks in the Pacific Northwest. All but two camping parks are located on the world famous Rogue River.

• Larimer County Department of Natural Resources, Colorado

  Campsites, camper cabins, trails, reservoirs (Carter, Flatiron, Horsetooth, Pinewood) from the northern Front Range of the Rockies to Estes Park, Colorado.