January is the perfect time to start planning the upcoming new camping year. Popular parks book months in advance, and early planning gives you better choices and fewer surprises. For RV campers: Look ahead to reservation release dates for national and state parks, especially those with full hookups. Planning routes early also helps you schedule maintenance stops and avoid peak fuel prices. Consider mixing popular destinations with lesser-known parks to balance crowds and availability. For backp...
Planning Your 2025 Camping Calendar
Planning Your 2025 Camping Calendar
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January is the perfect time to start planning the upcoming new camping year. Popular parks book months in advance, and early planning gives you better choices and fewer surprises.
For RV campers:
Look ahead to reservation release dates for national and state parks, especially those with full hookups. Planning routes early also helps you schedule maintenance stops and avoid peak fuel prices. Consider mixing popular destinations with lesser-known parks to balance crowds and availability.
For backpackers:
Permit-based wilderness areas often open applications early in the year. Research quota systems now and identify backup routes in case your first choice fills up. Winter is also a great time to train and test gear before spring trips begin.
For family campers:
Planning around school calendars is crucial. Identify long weekends, school breaks, and summer windows early so you can reserve family-friendly campgrounds with amenities like restrooms and nearby activities. Involving kids in destination choices can build excitement and buy-in.
No matter your camping style, mapping out trips early reduces stress and helps spread costs over the year. Even penciling in “maybe” trips gives you something to look forward to—and turns 2025 into a year full of outdoor adventures.
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