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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4.8(2,468)Dr. Julian G. Bruce St. George Island State Park
This scenic waterfront park offers numerous recreation options, including camping & birdwatching.
4.8(1,978)Johnson Beach National Seashore
Part of Gulf Islands National Seashore on Perdido Key, Johnson Beach offers miles of pristine, federally protected shoreline near Pensacola. The park features seven accessible boardwalks, pavilions, lifeguards from Memorial Day through Labor Day, and the Perdido Key Discovery Trail — an accessible boardwalk through wetlands, forests, and dunes. One of the longest stretches of protected seashore in the United States, the beach is ideal for swimming, hiking, and birding, with beach wheelchair available upon request.
4.8(4,481)North Beach At Fort DeSoto Park
Vast white strand known for its broad tidal pool, sand dollars & a pirate ship-themed play area.
4.8(2,431)Dells of the Wisconsin River State Natural Area
Long gorge, formed during last ice age, where boaters can observe rock formations & cliffs by boat.
4.8(261)Lake Artemesia
Reservoir covering 38 acres, with fishing piers, aquatic gardens & trails in the surrounding area.
4.8(970)Langdon Beach
Swimming beach with seasonal lifeguards, plus a picnic pavilion, bathhouse & outdoor showers.
4.8(3,100)Fletcher Cove Beach Park
Picturesque park with a viewing deck, grassy area & playground, plus tables & a basketball court.
4.8(3,447)Muir Beach Overlook
An iconic staircase leads down to this windy point with sweeping views of the ocean & Pacific coast.
4.8(2,592)Eno River State Park
Temp ClosedVast acres of woodlands for hiking & camping, with canoeing & fishing areas on the Eno River.
4.8(589)Rifle River Recreation Area
Wilderness spot for nature-viewing walks, plus options for fishing, mountain-biking & more.
4.8(234)Priest Lake
Mountain lake with beaches, parks & lodging, plus activities such as boating, fishing & hunting.
4.8(57)Pawtuckaway Lake
Celebrated, 784-acre lake featuring swimming, boating, canoe rentals, mountain biking & picnicking.
4.7(627)Paintsville Lake State Park
Hill-ringed, tree-filled recreation area boasting campgrounds, boats for rent, fishing & trails.
4.7(373)Wilson Lake
Large recreational reservoir popular for sport fishing, plus camping & swimming at waterfront parks.
4.7(167)Laurel River Lake
Visitors to this sprawling, busy reservoir can enjoy swimming, fishing, camping & hiking.
4.7(4,881)Lake Havasu State Park
Home of the original London Bridge with lake beaches, campsites, trails & a garden with wildlife.
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