The National Park Service is one of the United States’ proudest achievements, with stunning locations across the country. Several make great RV destinations, though some of the best spots are likely not even on your radar. Here are the best national park hidden gems for your next RV adventure.
Badlands National Park, South Dakota
Badlands has tons to offer for outdoor enthusiasts, with fossil hunting, fantastic stargazing opportunities, and several nearby attractions like Mount Rushmore. While it’s in a very remote location, the Badlands’ lack of light pollution makes the night sky come alive, so bring your telescope for a stunning display of stars.
Canyonlands National Park, Utah
Canyonlands should be on your list for camping, hiking, horseback riding, and more. Like Badlands National Park in South Dakota, it offers excellent stargazing, and during the day, you can visit ruins and cave paintings that will take your breath away. Canyonlands is RV-friendly, with around 8,000 campers visiting the park in 2022. That said, the park does not offer hookups, so you’ll need to be prepared if you plan to stay for more than a day or two.
Guadalupe Mountains National Park, Texas
The Guadalupe Park is huge, with more than 86,000 acres to explore. It offers a range of terrain, from meadows to mountains and canyons. There’s a vast trail system for hikers, and the park has a diverse array of plants and wildlife. The park does not have hookups or waste disposal sites, but the campgrounds are spacious and popular with RVers.
Indiana Dunes National Park, Indiana
Yes, sand dunes in Indiana. The state’s Lake Michigan shores offer gorgeous scenery and plenty of water for fishing, swimming, and watersports. The Dunes feature diverse scenery, ranging from dramatic water views to quiet meadows and woodlands. They also offer more than 50 RV campsites with online reservations, but be advised that they’re a popular location: More than 11,000 campers visited in 2022.
Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming
While it’s true that Yellowstone is far from flying under the radar, the park isn’t as popular an RV destination as you might think. Its 2.2 million-acre reserve covers three U.S. states, and the park offers wildlife viewing and natural wonders not seen anywhere else in the country. Yellowstone has more than 2,000 campsites, but only one site in the park offers hookups. It’s also important to note that reservations for camping tend to fill up very early, so you’ll need to make a reservation as far in advance as possible to get a desirable spot.
Your next national park adventure could be even more enjoyable from the comfort of an RV, so don’t hesitate to give Valley RV a call to learn more about our extensive new and preowned inventory. When you’re ready to hit the road, you can do so with the peace of mind that your new home away from home comes with a full inspection and the backing of Valley RV’s knowledgeable staff.
