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This collection of beginner-friendly camping resources covers the things worth checking before heading outdoors ā from finding a campsite and planning your trip to checking the weather, staying safe, and camping...
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Not sure where to start? Use Recreation.gov to discover campgrounds, camping areas, and outdoor recreation sites across the U.S.
Find a Camping Destination
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Learn more about camping opportunities on public lands and find information to help plan your outdoor trip.
Find Campgrounds & Outdoor Adventures
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Looking for a memorable first camping destination? Explore U.S. national parks and find a place that fits your trip, interests, and experience level.
Find a National Park
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Planning to camp in a national park? Check park-specific information before you go, including reservations, conditions, closures, and other details that can affect your visit.
Plan Your National Park Visit
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A practical camping checklist covering the essentials you may want to think about before your first camping trip.
Camping Essentials Checklist | REI Co-op
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A useful safety guide covering weather, first aid, emergency supplies, and other things to consider before heading outdoors.
Check Camping Safety Basics
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Before you head out, take a few minutes to plan the basics ā from conditions and closures to reservations, routes, and what you'll need for the trip.
Plan Your Camping Trip
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Check the forecast before you leave and stay aware of changing conditions. Pack layers and rain protection, and know what you'll do if the weather turns unexpectedly.
Prepare for Changing Weather
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Before starting a campfire, check local fire restrictions and learn the basic safety rules. Always make sure your fire is completely out before leaving or going to sleep.
Campfire Safety Basics
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See how Leave No Trace principles apply in national parks ā from protecting natural areas to keeping campsites clean and minimizing your impact on the places you visit.
Learn the Leave No Trace Principles
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A National Park Service guide to camping responsibly, protecting natural areas, and leaving campsites better for the next visitor.
Leave No Trace in National Parks
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Learn how to keep food, trash, and scented items secured while camping, and what to do when wildlife is nearby. A simple safety step that can make your campsite safer for both you and the animals.
Learn How to Camp Safely Around Wildlife