Robert Starke 
Gordon Gulch Dispersed Camping Area sits just outside of Nederland, Colorado, and it offers a solid mix of forested seclusion and easy access to nearby trails and mountain towns. What makes Gordon Gulch special is its balance—you get the feel of backcountry camping without being miles from civilization. It’s part of the Roosevelt National Forest … Read more
If you’re looking for a dispersed camping spot that offers easy access to the Eastern Sierra’s dramatic landscapes, Owens River Road is a place we’d definitely suggest checking out. It’s located just a short drive from Mammoth Lakes, California, and offers a solid mix of quiet forest settings, open meadows, and stunning mountain backdrops. This … Read more
If you’re looking for a no-frills, truly wild camping experience near Grand Teton National Park, Spread Creek dispersed camping might be one of the best options around. We think it’s ideal for those who want to stay close to the Tetons without the costs and crowds of developed campgrounds. There are no amenities—no toilets, water, … Read more
Robbers Cave State Park is one of those places that feels like it holds stories in every rock and trail. Tucked into the scenic San Bois Mountains in southeastern Oklahoma, this park has a bit of everything—rugged hills, forested trails, peaceful lakes, and, of course, the legendary Robbers Cave itself, famously rumored to have been … Read more
Quiet Waters Park might not be the first name that pops up when you think of camping getaways, but that’s exactly why we’d recommend it. Nestled in Anne Arundel County, Maryland, this peaceful gem offers a more relaxed and less crowded experience compared to bigger state parks. It’s not a vast wilderness—there are no backcountry … Read more
If you’re thinking about camping in Iowa, we’d definitely suggest putting Lake Darling State Park high on your list. This park stands out because of its scenic 300-acre lake, rolling wooded hills, and the wide range of camping options it offers. It feels accessible for families, first-timers, and seasoned campers alike. Lake Darling State Park … Read more
If you’re craving cool pine-scented air, peaceful lakeside views, and a sky full of stars, we’d definitely recommend putting Woods Canyon Lake on your camping list. Tucked away on the Mogollon Rim in Arizona’s Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, Woods Canyon Lake feels like a world apart from the desert heat. Sitting at around 7,500 feet elevation, … Read more
If you’ve never camped in the Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness Area, you’re missing out on one of the most underrated spots in Michigan. It’s not flashy or crowded like some of the state’s better-known parks. Instead, it’s quiet, raw, and beautifully simple—just miles of rolling dunes, Lake Michigan shoreline, scattered jack pines, and the kind of … Read more