An awesome camping trip begins with selecting an ideal camping location that offers breathtaking scenery, amazing landscapes, and pleasant weather. Fortunately, among the thousands of acclaimed campgrounds worldwide, there's one that's perfect for you.
From beaches to mountains, from scenic views to thrilling adventures, there's a destination that will make you want to apply for a vacation and embark on a camping trip right away. Let's take a look at some of the most awe-inspiring camping locations:
1. Satchell Glacier, Washington, USA
The Satchell Glacier is one of the best remote campgrounds in the U.S. National Park system. The campground is situated at the base of the 7,000-foot Satchell Glacier, hidden in the mountains, and must be reached by a trek through North Cascades National Park.
As you traverse subalpine meadows and bare rock trails to the base of the spectacular Sahelian Glacier, you'll be able to see vast stretches of dramatic glacial terrain and, on a clear day, the crystal-clear peaks of Rainier in the distance. However, to camp here, you need to apply for permission in advance and bring necessary equipment like ice picks and spikes.
2. Corcovado National Park, Costa Rica
Corcovado National Park is said to have the most outstanding biodiversity on earth, with more than 500 species of trees, 220 species of butterflies, and more bird species than all the birds in North America combined. Walking along the beach, you can see scarlet macaws fluttering overhead, pelicans tumbling in the waves, long-nosed raccoons catching crabs, and monkeys whistling long in the rainforest.
3. German Forest Rope Park
If you're looking for a unique camping experience, try "tree bag camping" in the German section of the Alps in the Herkolucci Forest Rope Park. Campers can hang their tents from the branches of trees, providing a "nest" in the trees just like birds and insects in nature. Hanging in the trees, and sleeping in the bag gives you a feeling of being suspended in the air. Moreover, this camping style is more convenient than traditional camping, as it doesn't require any tools to set up. In addition to the excitement, you get a unique view of the distant mountains of the Austrian border.
4. Zakynthos, Greece
If you prefer beach camping over forest camping, check out Tartarus Plus in Greece. It's an amazing spot where you can camp amidst a terrace surrounded by 700 olive trees, and open your tent to a view of Laganas Bay. You can dive with the red turtles swimming at the nearby beach and enjoy a meal at a random taverna where the ingredients are usually caught and picked in time by the fishermen and farmers of the day.
At night, sleep with the sound of cicadas in your ears and a sky full of stars. This is not a dream scenery, this is the real existence of beauty, you need to put on your backpack and step forward, brave to find!
5. Mount Thurman, Ethiopia
Mount Thurman National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the most famous hiking destination in Ethiopia. With its grassland sands and cliffs, the landscape is wild and inviting. Numerous wild animals inhabit the area, and an early morning exit from your tent may lead to an unlikely encounter with monkeys, Ethiopian wolves, rare birds, and more.
Choosing the right camping location is crucial to make your trip a memorable one. Consider these top camping destinations and embark on your next adventure!
