Skip the national park crowds and sleep under the stars at these state-run gems.

Here are the 10 most popular state park campgrounds based on 2025 summer occupancy, according to park officials.

It doesn't matter where you live or where you're going—there's a stunning state park waiting to be explored.

There’s no shortage of public land to explore in America, but when it comes to unforgettable scenery, easy access, and ...

Many prime Michigan state park or recreation area campsites are already booked for the Fourth of July, but some Michiganders may still be able to get a campsite for the holiday if they aren't set on ...

In Wisconsin, experienced campers point to a mix of Great Lakes shores and inland lakes as the top places to camp in stunning ...

PORTLAND, Ore. — There are only a few days left to purchase annual permits to park at Oregon State Parks before you'll have to pay double the cost. Starting Jan. 1, 2026, 12-month parking permits will ...

If the rain, sleet and snow has got you dreaming of warmer days lounging along the Great Lakes or hiking through forests then you’re in luck. Michigan state campgrounds are already open for July ...

It’s a challenging hike—with a worthy reward.

If you’re a seasoned hiker, you’ve likely visited, or at least heard of, all the best hiking trails across the U.S. These are ...

Will Fourt, a senior planner with California State Parks in the Santa Cruz District, stands on a bridge on the Skyline to the Sea Trail that was rehabilitated twice in Big Basin Redwoods State Park in ...

(KNSI) – Today is the first Minnesota Department of Natural Resources’ first Free Park Day of 2026. The DNR is waiving ...