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These 3 Arizona campgrounds were named among the best in US. Here's why
Three Arizona campgrounds made it on a list of 50 favorite places to camp in the U.S. this summer. Hipcamp, a popular app for finding and booking campsites, analyzed data for more than 500,000 campsites in every state and narrowed down their favorite spots across private land, public parks and RV parks to celebrate standout spots across 30 states. The sites were selected based on camper reviews and ratings, regional trends, cultural shifts and editorial debate. From historic parks to beloved hidden gems, the list includes sites with scenic views, convenient amenities, escapes from crowds and unique experiences for solo travelers, families and everyone in between. "With peak camping season upon us, this diverse list of incredible destinations caters to every type of camper. We are also proud that this list gives campers an opportunity to experience some off-the-beaten-path treasures and a few resilient campgrounds recovering from natural disaster devastation," said Alyssa Ravasio, CEO and founder of Hipcamp. Here's which Arizona sites were named and why. Village Camp Flagstaff is an outdoor resort community that offers cabins and luxury RV sites with all the modern comforts of home, including kitchens, bathrooms and private patios. The 50-acre campground with sweeping views is also a one-stop destination with amenities including a general store, clubhouse, pool, hot tub, playground and event lawn. They even offer a weekly lineup of events and experiences, like music nights, to create a sense of community among campers. The site was named a Hipcamp favorite as an ideal base for Grand Canyon day trips and other mountain adventures. More travel: Looking for the best staycations in Arizona? These 2 cities topped list of US travel spots For the second consecutive year, A Spark in the Dark made it to Hipcamp's list of the best campgrounds to visit. The campground located near Ash Fork in Yavapai County is a stunning, peaceful property that offers campers a quiet, private retreat with unmatched stargazing opportunities. With zero light pollution, the site offers one of the best dark-sky views in Arizona, as well as sunset and sunrise views. This sustainable off-the-grid campsite offers great stargazing, desert hikes, horseback riding, wildlife sighting and other nature opportunities for family and furry friends. Sunset View Campground is a free, first-come, first-served campground adjacent to the Navajo National Monument Visitor Center in northern Arizona. This rare find sits on a paved road and features 31 small campsites nestled among a piñon pine and juniper forest, offering impressive hiking trails, views of striking canyonlands and tranquil sunset views. Each campsite has a picnic table and grill and year-round access to flush toilets in a heated comfort station. Visitors are also within walking distance of the museum, mesa-top trails and the trailheads for ranger-led tours of Ancestral Puebloan cliff dwellings. The remote setting offers quiet nights and dark skies for great stargazing, making Sunset View Campground a favorite stop for those traveling between the Grand Canyon, Monument Valley and other Four Corners attractions. This article originally appeared on Arizona Republic: 3 Arizona campgrounds named among the best in US
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Business
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Everywhere You Want to Camp: Hipcamp Doubles U.S. Campsite Inventory to Offer World's Largest Catalog of Outdoor Destinations
Hipcamp becomes first and only app to unify all types of camping experiences in a single platform with over 500,000 U.S. campsites SAN FRANCISCO, May 20, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hipcamp, the world's #1 app for finding and booking campsites, today announced it has doubled its U.S. inventory to more than 500,000 campsites. Hipcamp now offers outdoor enthusiasts the largest catalog of campgrounds, RV parks, and unique camping experiences ever assembled, all accessible through a single app. This marks a significant evolution for the platform, which has been historically known for its private land camping experiences on farms and ranches. With this expansion, Hipcamp becomes the first and only app to unify all the campsites—from national parks to blueberry farms—everywhere you want to camp. This announcement arrives just in time for summer travel season and at a critical moment for the camping industry. Over the past decade, the number of U.S. active campers has grown by 68%1 while the number of campgrounds has stagnated. With demand outpacing supply, 56%2 of campers in 2024 reported difficulty booking a site because campgrounds were full. Additionally, recent news of layoffs in national parks and budget cuts driving the potential summer closure of over 4,000 campsites3 in California alone have further exacerbated this already tenuous situation. "Our campers' number-one request has consistently been that they need more places to camp that reflect their individual camping styles. As the camper community continues to grow and diversify, from Gen Z to retirees, the need to streamline the process for finding the perfect campsite has never been more urgent. Our vision for Hipcamp since the beginning has been to make it possible to see all your camping options—highly personalized to you—in a single app. AI has made it possible for us to transform our product and build toward the future of camping," said Alyssa Ravasio, CEO and Founder of Hipcamp. This breakthrough reflects Hipcamp's deep commitment to fulfilling its mission to get more people outside. By unifying all types of camping in a single app, Hipcamp is not only increasing access to the outdoors but also reshaping what camping means today. Whether travelers are looking for a rustic tent site in a national forest, a family-friendly RV park near the beach, or a luxury treehouse perched in the mountains, Hipcamp's expanded catalog offers a seamless way to browse photos, read camper reviews, and find the perfect stay for every type of camper, every time. For more information or to explore the expanded catalog, visit About Hipcamp Hipcamp is the #1 app to find and book campsites, from national parks to blueberry farms. Hipcamp unifies the world's camping options across peaceful private spots, iconic public lands, and well-equipped campgrounds to create one app that has everywhere you want to camp. Hipcamp has grown into a community of over 7 million campers who use the app to explore all of their options in one place—tent sites, RV spots, or glamping—and find the perfect site to match their camping style. Each year, Hipcamp helps millions of campers sleep happily under the stars, boosting local economies and biodiversity along the way. Investors include Benchmark, Andreessen Horowitz, and Bond Capital. Hipcamp Press Kit 1 2024 KOA Camping & Outdoor Hospitality Report 2 SGB Media 3 New York Times View source version on Contacts Media Contact:Renée McDonaldpress@ Sign in to access your portfolio
Business Wire
20-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Everywhere You Want to Camp: Hipcamp Doubles U.S. Campsite Inventory to Offer World's Largest Catalog of Outdoor Destinations
SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Hipcamp, the world's #1 app for finding and booking campsites, today announced it has doubled its U.S. inventory to more than 500,000 campsites. Hipcamp now offers outdoor enthusiasts the largest catalog of campgrounds, RV parks, and unique camping experiences ever assembled, all accessible through a single app. This marks a significant evolution for the platform, which has been historically known for its private land camping experiences on farms and ranches. With this expansion, Hipcamp becomes the first and only app to unify all the campsites—from national parks to blueberry farms—everywhere you want to camp. This announcement arrives just in time for summer travel season and at a critical moment for the camping industry. Over the past decade, the number of U.S. active campers has grown by 68% 1 while the number of campgrounds has stagnated. With demand outpacing supply, 56% 2 of campers in 2024 reported difficulty booking a site because campgrounds were full. Additionally, recent news of layoffs in national parks and budget cuts driving the potential summer closure of over 4,000 campsites 3 in California alone have further exacerbated this already tenuous situation. 'Our campers' number-one request has consistently been that they need more places to camp that reflect their individual camping styles. As the camper community continues to grow and diversify, from Gen Z to retirees, the need to streamline the process for finding the perfect campsite has never been more urgent. Our vision for Hipcamp since the beginning has been to make it possible to see all your camping options—highly personalized to you—in a single app. AI has made it possible for us to transform our product and build toward the future of camping,' said Alyssa Ravasio, CEO and Founder of Hipcamp. This breakthrough reflects Hipcamp's deep commitment to fulfilling its mission to get more people outside. By unifying all types of camping in a single app, Hipcamp is not only increasing access to the outdoors but also reshaping what camping means today. Whether travelers are looking for a rustic tent site in a national forest, a family-friendly RV park near the beach, or a luxury treehouse perched in the mountains, Hipcamp's expanded catalog offers a seamless way to browse photos, read camper reviews, and find the perfect stay for every type of camper, every time. For more information or to explore the expanded catalog, visit About Hipcamp Hipcamp is the #1 app to find and book campsites, from national parks to blueberry farms. Hipcamp unifies the world's camping options across peaceful private spots, iconic public lands, and well-equipped campgrounds to create one app that has everywhere you want to camp. Hipcamp has grown into a community of over 7 million campers who use the app to explore all of their options in one place—tent sites, RV spots, or glamping—and find the perfect site to match their camping style. Each year, Hipcamp helps millions of campers sleep happily under the stars, boosting local economies and biodiversity along the way. Investors include Benchmark, Andreessen Horowitz, and Bond Capital.
