Texas Ranked #2 for Camping in the U.S. and Here’s Why We Love It

Who would ever guess that National Camp Day lands in November? In Texas, that’s practically perfect. One week we’re freezing, the next we’re back in the lower-mid 80s during the day with cool 40-50 degree nights, the sweet spot for grilling hot dogs under the stars.

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Even better? A brand-new national study ranks Texas as the #2 Best State in America for Camping, only California beats us, and honestly, that’s because they’ve got beach camping on one entire coastline.

Texas still wins where it matters: wide-open sky, endless state parks, and room to breathe.

Why Texas Is a Camping Powerhouse

The study compared all 50 states across things campers care about most:

• State & national park acreage
• Access to RV sites, campgrounds, and Hipcamp locations
• Affordability and availability
• On-site amenities like drinking water, showers, and restrooms

Here’s my mic-drop part:

Nearly every campsite recorded in Texas has drinking water, toilets, and showers.

So whether you're a hardcore tent camper, glamping in a yurt, or rolling in with the RV, Texas is built for comfort. Texas is #2 in camping according to Lawn Love.

Camping Trends Texans Are Leading

Camping looks different today than it did a generation ago:

• Glamping is booming. Treehouses, cabins, even clear “bubble domes” for stargazing.
• Wi-Fi matters. Around 82% of campgrounds now offer internet access (yes, remote workers are literally “work-amping”).
• Pets are part of the adventure. Nearly half of the campers bring their dogs, and a few even bring their cats.
• Farm stays are rising. Campfires + cows = increasingly popular getaway.

And don’t worry, while some hikers chase "digital detox," Texas campers know how to enjoy nature without giving up a shower.

Where Texas Beats Everyone Else

The Western U.S. dominates in remote campsites and off-grid trails, and Texas is right there at the top:

• Tons of state park acreage
• Reliable access to clean water and restrooms
• Huge variety, canyons, lakes, pine forests, desert landscapes, rivers

Want dispersed camping (boondocking)? West Texas has room to roam.
Want campgrounds with amenities? Central and East Texas have options everywhere.

A Few Quick Reminders

Nature is still in charge:

• The weather can change fast (especially here).
• Always check burn bans before lighting up a campfire.
• Pack it in, pack it out. Trash has forced closures in other states.

And most importantly: leave every campsite better than you found it.

My Final Thoughts

National Camp Day may fall on November 19, but in Texas…
Every cool evening feels like permission to go outside and breathe again.

If you need me, I’ll be by the fire, roasting marshmallows and thanking God we live in a state with so much sky.

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