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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4.6(652)Mandeville Lakefront Splash Park
This public park offers a children's splash park with water sprays & other facilities.
4.6(2,072)South Carlsbad State Beach Campground
200+ clifftop campsites with picnic tables & stairs to a beach park with 40+ acres for watersports.
4.6(3,158)Marina State Beach
Relaxing, family-friendly destination offers a public beach & park good for all-ages entertainment.
4.6(2,155)Del Monte Beach
Strip of beach with boardwalk pathways through sand dunes, plus wildlife & picnic areas.
4.6(1,461)Taconic State Park - Copake Falls Area
Trails lead past waterfalls & up mountains at this rugged park popular for camping & trout fishing.
4.6(283)Chelan Falls Park
33-acre park with a picnic shelter, playground & tennis court, plus a swimming area & boat launch.
4.6(1,539)Lake Milton State Park
Waterside park with fishing, boating & a swimming beach, plus a nature trail & picnic shelters.
4.6(757)Lake Ponca Park
Park with a playground, disc-golf course & enclosed fishing dock, plus picnic tables & a swim beach.
4.6(3,940)Canova Beach Park
Dogs on leashes are allowed at this beach park with a picnic pavilion, showers & restrooms.
4.6(528)Newport Sand Beach
Landlocked "beach" for playing & sunbathing, with chairs & umbrellas, plus views of lower Manhattan.
4.6(1,231)Monterey State Beach
Miles of scenic coastline offer beachgoers recreational activities ranging from surfing to fishing.
4.6(1,422)Fool Hollow Lake Recreation Area
Park with a 150-acre lake offering year-round fishing & boating, plus a campground & picnic areas.
4.6(974)Capistrano Beach Park
Sandy venue with beach volleyball, a basketball court & facilities; fire rings allowed, but no dogs.
4.6(207)Clinton Lake
Large lake with a swimming beach, waterside parks & campsites, popular for water skiing & fishing.
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