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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4.5(290)Lavon Lake
Freshwater lake with a dam used for recreational activities, including swimming, fishing & boating.
4.5(192)Lake Waco
Large artificial lake & fishing spot for bass & catfish, home to a wetlands wildlife refuge.
4.5(29)Clinch River State Park
The park is currently under development, with the Sugar Hill Unit in St. Paul (Wise County) open for hiking, biking and fishing. The Sugar Hill Unit currently has nearly 9 miles of hiking trails, a picnic shelter, over 2 miles of river frontage, and significant cultural and historical attributes. The property contains remnants of an 18th-century French settlement. There is a public boat launch available for boat access to the Clinch River at Artrip (Russell County).
4.5(120)Lake Anne
This tree-lined reservoir in a residential area offers boating, a promenade & waterfront eateries.
4.5(757)Clear Lake State Park
Park covering 55 acres, with a beach, picnic grounds, a historic lodge, camping & lake activities.
4.5(38)Elmer Thomas Lake
Lake & recreation venue with boat ramps, fishing piers & picnic areas, plus a beach & campgrounds.
4.5(856)Yakima River
The longest river entirely within Washington State at 214 miles, the Yakima is a world-class fly fishing destination producing over 15,000 wild rainbow trout per mile in its top sections. The 75-mile Blue Ribbon catch-and-release section between Easton and Roza Dam is the most renowned stretch, with trophy trout regularly exceeding 20 inches. Three reservoirs ensure good flows and cool water in summer, and the river enjoys approximately 300 days of sunshine per year. Fishing season runs mid-February through mid-November.
4.5(202)Mozingo Lake
Large recreational lake with trails, picnic tables, camping & activities such as swimming & fishing.
4.5(335)Lake Chatuge Beach
Swimming & sunbathing along a sandy shoreline with a playground, picnic tables & parking.
4.5(1,362)Ski Beach Park
16.25-acre park on Big Bear Lake offering sports courts, ball fields, a playground & picnic tables.
4.5(16,442)Dockweiler Beach
Bustling public beach offering a hang gliding training park, bonfires & views of departing aircraft.
4.5(1,586)Santee Lakes Recreation Preserve
Staycation spot for locals with 7 man-made lakes for camping, boating, fishing & picnics.
4.5(653)Point Lookout Beach
Public sandy beach at the eastern tip of Long Beach offering grassy dunes & a jetty for fishing.
4.5(46)J. Edward Roush Lake (Huntington Lake)
Tranquil lakefront park known for its fishing, boating, camping & picnicking opportunities.
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