Visiting the beloved national parks of the United States takes a bit of pre-planning. Some of the most visited national parks require reservations and you will likely want to spend more than one day exploring too, adding more to your prior research. Thankfully, most national parks in the U.S. have onsite lodging. Camping is a popular lodging option for the outdoorsy looking to visit the most beautiful places in America, but there is a potential drawback to camping at a national park.
Iconic yet endangered wildlife live within national park borders as well. Park staff, scientists, and park enthusiasts obviously want to preserve these awe-inspiring places and animals as much as possible. This means implementing potentially inconvenient rules surrounding campfires, accessible space, and perhaps even permits for certain types of camping. While most campsites around the country have rules, those in national parks might be extra stringent and well-enforced. You could be vying for space availability in more popular parks too, which can impede upon your nature escape.
Check for burn bans when planning your national park camping trip
