subject: Experience The Great Outdoors: The Joy Of Camping [print this page] Full of national parks and great outdoor areas, the United States is wonderful for outdoor excursions. Whether you want to relax or expend as much energy as possible, there are a number of suitable activities. At campsites around the US you'll find that nature is completely open to you. You'll find that Mother Nature has lots to offer.
Backpacking and adventure magazines are a great source for ideas and reviews of common camping spots. National parks around the country are always popular camping vacation areas. Parks like Yellowstone and the Great Smoky Mountains offer the chance to fully enjoy the outdoor experience. For experienced campers or adventurers who want a particularly special trip, there are plenty of unique camping options. The Forty Mile Canyon in Utah has some great hiking, and you can do it year round. You can traverse the deep slopes of this magnificent canyon and weave your way through the sturdy cotton-wood trees. The canyon is full of refreshing pools where you can take a quick dunk to cool off.
Beyond the tall buildings of the cities, the San Gorgonio Mountain in California presents a spectacular view. Rising high above, this trail and its summit are popular among visitors and Californians alike. Away from the buildings of the city, you'll see the sky in a brand new way. From the Rocky Mountains in the west to the Appalachian Mountains in the east, there's a multitude of beautiful summit views to be seen.
There are also many suitable camping areas for trekkers with specialized interests. For the brave ones who care to skinny-dip, Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park in Michigan is a great spot. In the cool, clear freshwater of Lake Superior you can admire the pink and orange sky of sunset surrounded by the pines and hardwoods. For optimal stargazing away from the concrete and smog of the city, a great place to camp is Mount Wrightson Wilderness in Arizona. The bare summit lets you experience the Milky Way and beyond without any distractions. If you want to relax on the beach following your hikes, Hawaii is a wonderful place to vacation and camp.
From sunbathing and swimming to eating and drinking, campsites offer some of the best entertainment around. Whether you travel alone or with companions, your getaway is sure to be packed with fun. From Alaska to Virginia and many places between, the US is full of excitement and wonder.
