Best Lakeside & Riverside Camping in America
Find waterfront spots with a campground nearby — wake up steps from the water for swimming, fishing, and paddling.
All Lakeside & Riverside Camping
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4.7(436)Whalon Lake
Nature park featuring a quarry lake, prairie & wetlands, plus fishing, boating, trails & a dog park.
4.7(923)St. Louis Riverfront
Prominent city monument & symbol with a museum & a tram taking visitors 630 feet to the top.
4.7(92)Cobbs Hill Reservoir
This concrete reservoir on a hill features a fountain, a granite Greek Revival gatehouse & more.
4.7(1,654)Pier 26 at Hudson River Park
This pier on the Hudson offers free seasonal kayaking & separate dog runs for big & small pooches.
4.7(958)South Cove Park
Dog-free waterfront park featuring walkways & quays with scenic harbor views & a relaxed atmosphere.
4.7(1,985)Washington Lake Park
Green space with an outdoor amphitheater, skate park, dog park & golf course, plus sports fields.
4.7(13,981)Huntington Beach
This 3.5-mile stretch of beach & pier draws crowds & hosts pro surfing & volleyball competitions.
4.7(2,119)St. Croix National Scenic Riverway
Scenic park offering camping & hiking plus canoeing, kayaking & fishing on 255 miles of river.
4.7(1,331)Tuscaloosa River Walk
A 4.5-mile paved trail along the southern bank of the Black Warrior River near downtown Tuscaloosa, the Riverwalk features separate lanes for walkers and bikers, benches, gazebos, hammock-friendly trees, and well-lit street lamps throughout. Dog-friendly areas are scattered along the route, and a splash pad at the Bama Bell dock entertains children. Watch for egrets and University of Alabama rowing teams on the water, and catch a show at the adjacent Tuscaloosa Amphitheater.
4.7(625)Copper Creek Lake Park
Temp ClosedLarge park with a lake for fishing & boating, a playground, a picnic/grill pavilion & forest trails.
4.7(526)Bishop’s Beach
Natural shore with picnic areas, grills & an entrance to a tidewater trail & nearby visitor center.
4.7(979)Riverwalk
The Wisconsin Dells Riverwalk follows the scenic Wisconsin River through the heart of "The Waterpark Capital of the World." This paved pathway offers stunning views of the river's famous sandstone formations and connects visitors to downtown restaurants, shops, and attractions. The riverwalk provides a peaceful contrast to the area's bustling waterparks and amusement rides, with benches along the route for taking in the natural beauty of the Dells gorge.
4.7(2,766)Tolovana Beach State Recreation Site
Public area next to Cannon Beach with a playground, restrooms, picnic area & beach access.
4.7(1,673)Pensacola Beach Gulf Pier
Angling for sailfish & sightings of dolphins from a paid-access pier across 2 gulf shore sand bars.
4.7(1,562)San Carlos Beach Park
2.87-acre city park offering footpaths, benches, landscaped turf & scenic bay views.
Tips for Visiting Lakeside & Riverside Camping
Reserve campsites early — waterfront spots book out fastest in summer
Check whether the campground is first-come or reservation-only
Pack a bear canister where required and store food safely
Confirm potable water and fire-ban status before you arrive