Campsites for backpackers in Western USA
3 bookable campsites in Western USA
All distances are calculated "as the crow flies".
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Hawaii Lava Tube Campground
Ocean View, Hawaii, USA- Peaceful wild camping site with its own lava tube on the Big Island
- La’aloa Beach Park an hour’s drive; Kailua-Kona an hour and 15 minutes
- On-site dog park; spectacular beaches within a half-hour drive
Mujeres Valley Campground
Fence Lake, New Mexico, USA- BIPOC-friendly camping on a simple wilderness site in New Mexico
- An hour’s drive to Zuni Pueblo and to fishing in Quemado Lake
- Woodland walks on a back-to-basics site, hammocks to hire; fresh eggs
Aarondale
Trinidad, Colorado, USA- Wild camping site with dog-friendly pitches on the Santa Fe Trail
- A 45-minute drive to Trinidad Lake State Park; an hour to Vogel Canyon
- Barbecues and firepits allowed; under 45 minutes’ drive to shops
Sequoia Mountain Farms
Pinehurst, California, USA- Quiet mountain campsite 20 minutes’ drive from Sequoia National Park
- Kings Canyon National Park half an hour’s drive; Hume Lake 50 minutes
- Stargazing on clear nights; chill-out area and hot shower facilities
Mendocino Magic
Laytonville, California, USA- Family-friendly getaways at a 600-acre former logging camp
- Five minutes' drive from Laytonville; 40 minutes to the Pacific coast
- Reservoir, creek, forests and lake beach; watersports available
Little Yellowstone Outer Banks
Worland, Wyoming, USAAllicins Ranch
Moyie Springs, Idaho, USA- Pitches on a small organic garlic farm in the Kootenai Valley
- Forest setting 45 minutes' drive from Canadian border
- Volunteering opportunities, plus pond with rope swing
Crater Lake Resort
Chiloquin, Oregon, USA- Peaceful creekside park just off Highway 62 near Fort Klamath
- A 10-minute drive from the Crater Lake National Park boundary
- Family-friendly park with fishing, free canoes and snowshoe outings
Benton RV Park and Campground
Fort Benton, Montana, USA- Four blocks from the Missouri river, in the town of Fort Benton
- Close to historic attractions and river-based activities
- Free wifi, horseshoes game, barbecue areas and picnic tables
iCamp Green River
Green River, Utah, USA- Well-maintained park a mile from Green River town centre
- Within an hour's drive of Arches and Canyonlands national parks
- Next to Green River State Park for walks, picnics and swimming
Creekwood Inn
Anchorage, Alaska, USA- A short drive from Alaska's biggest city of Anchorage
- Dogs allowed
- Free hot showers, wifi, cable TV and coffee
Cedar Creek RV Park
Montrose, Colorado, USA- Small, well-maintained and peaceful family-owned park
- Five minutes' drive from Montrose and 20 from the Black Canyon
- Creek, dog-walking area, firewood sales and free vintage golf course
Cross D Bar Trout Ranch
Westcliffe, Colorado, USA- Fishing site surrounded by the Sangre De Cristo mountains
- Fish for trophy-sized trout: no licence needed
- Snack bar and free wifi
Chinook Bend Resort and Marina
Lincoln City, Oregon, USA- Peaceful riverside site with boat and kayak hire
- On 85 acres along the Oregon coast, three miles from the Pacific Ocean
- Clubhouse, two shops, salmon fishing and petting zoo
Shadow Hills RV Resort
Indio, California, USA- Family-run resort in California, a 10-minute drive from Coachella
- A half-hour drive from Mt San Jacinto and Joshua Tree wilderness areas
- Heated outdoor pool and gym, clubhouse with kitchen; festival bus
Campe Diem
Fort Garland, Colorado, USA- Peaceful wild-style campsite in Costilla County, Colorado
- A 10-minute drive from Fort Garland; San Luis 20 minutes
- A 65-acre property with exceptional sunsets, sunrises and stargazing
Camp Ikigai at Ikigai Animal Sanctuary
Dunlap, California, USA- Stay at a 72-acre California animal sanctuary and historic goldmine
- A half-hour drive to Kings Canyon National Park entrance
- Naturist-friendly site with hiking trails and a communal firepit
Sourdough Campground RV Park and Café
Tok, Alaska, USA- Forest site in the small town of Tok, famed for its sled dogs
- Café serving home-cooked breakfast, dinner and baked goods
- Close to outdoor activities including fishing, hiking and canoeing
Little Heaven Ranch
Grand Canyon, Arizona, USA- Off-the-grid Arizona site 35 minutes' drive from the Grand Canyon
- A 40-minute drive to Williams and an hour to Flagstaff
- Bottled water and firewood on site; campfires and dogs allowed
Country Lane River Resort
Kingston, Idaho, USA- In spectacular surroundings near Kingston in Idaho's northwest
- On the North Fork of the Coeur D'Alene River
- Restaurant with home-cooked meals and full bar
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