Group Camping

Bring the whole crew together in the great outdoors. From family reunions to scout troops, find the perfect group site.

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Moqui Group Campground

Coconino National Forest Recreation
Happy Jack, AZ

Three reservable sites nestle up to 50 campers each among towering ponderosas at 7,000 feet, with picnic tables, fire rings, and water supporting family reunions and scout troops. Two sites welcome RVs up to 22 feet while the third creates an intimate tent-only sanctuary beneath the forest canopy.

Canyon View Group Sites

Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks
Three Rivers, CA

Towering granite walls frame your group's private tent sanctuary along the Kings River, where dedicated sites accommodate large parties with individual bear boxes and ample gathering space.

Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest
Springerville, AZ

Six distinct loops spread across 165 campsites let large groups claim neighboring spots while maintaining their own space under the pines. Flush toilets, water spigots throughout, and on-site camp hosts make coordinating meals and activities effortless when you're wrangling multiple...

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About This Camping Style

Group camping offers an unparalleled opportunity to connect with friends, family, or organized clubs while immersing yourselves in America's most spectacular natural settings. From the towering pines of Arizona's high country to the granite cliffs of California's Sierra Nevada, dedicated group campgrounds provide the space, facilities, and amenities needed to accommodate anywhere from 7 to 50+ people in a single reservation.

Best Time

The ideal season for group camping depends heavily on your destination, but late spring through early fall (May-September) offers the most reliable weather and accessibility across most regions. Mountain campgrounds like Moqui in Arizona and Canyon View in California's Sierra Nevada are typically accessible from late May through September, with July and August bringing warm days perfect for hiking and water activities, though afternoon thunderstorms are common in the Southwest.

What Makes It Great

Sites for 10-100+ people
Shared pavilions and gathering areas
Group fire rings and cooking facilities
Reservable for your dates

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D.H. Day Group Campground

Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
Empire, MI

This tent-only campground accommodates groups of 7-25 campers per site, with open terrain that keeps everyone connected while you establish your basecamp in Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.

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Wood River Group Overnight Area (Tent Only)

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Wood River Group Overnight Area (Tent Only)

Sawtooth National Forest
Ketchum, ID

This riverside sanctuary reserves an entire dedicated tent area exclusively for groups, eliminating the hassle of cobbling together multiple scattered sites. Your crew can gather around shared fire rings steps from the Big Wood River, then explore 20 miles of the adjacent Harriman Trail together.

Sugarloaf Ridge State Park Group Campground

Sugarloaf Ridge SP
Kenwood, CA

Up to 50 people can spread out across this spacious campground, where a generous barbecue area becomes the centerpiece for shared meals and stories under the stars.

Junction Creek Campground

San Juan National Forest
Durango, CO

Large groups can claim multiple sites among the 34 spots nestled under towering ponderosa pines, with several loops offering both proximity for gatherings and privacy when needed.

Mark Twain National Forest
Fredericktown, MO

Large group sites with electric hookups accommodate multi-family gatherings while providing direct access to Missouri's only whitewater river for shared kayaking and swimming adventures.

Cave Mountain Lake Group Camp

George Washington & Jefferson National Forest
Natural Bridge Station, VA

Accommodates 30 campers with fire rings, picnic tables, and modern facilities including hot showers—all yours as an exclusive reservation. The seven-acre mountain lake features a sandy swimming beach and fishing piers where your entire crew can cast lines during designated youth fishing periods.

Moab Field Office (BLM)
Moab, UT

Three distinct sites accommodate groups along the Colorado River, with two offering riverside camping and one tucked into a private canyon alcove. Fall asleep to the river's murmur before launching into Arches and Canyonlands, both just a short drive from your group's basecamp.

Rock Creek Lake Group Camp (Inyo National Forest, Ca)

Inyo National Forest
null, CA

Tucked at high elevation in Inyo National Forest, this tent-only group campground delivers pristine alpine surroundings where your entire party can gather beside crystal-clear Rock Creek Lake.

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Manzanita Lake Group Campground

Lassen Volcanic National Park
Mineral, CA

Loop B's dedicated group sites place up to 25 campers within steps of Manzanita Lake's mirror-still waters, where morning light paints Lassen Peak's reflection across the surface.

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Moqui Group Campground

Canyon View Group Sites

Rainbow (Az)

D.H. Day Group Campground

Wood River Group Overnight Area (Tent Only)

Sugarloaf Ridge State Park Group Campground

Junction Creek Campground

Silver Mines

Cave Mountain Lake Group Camp

Big Bend Group Sites

Rock Creek Lake Group Camp (Inyo National Forest, Ca)

Manzanita Lake Group Campground

Alpine North Loop

Showers Point Group Site

Clear Creek Group Campground (Nm)

Nizhoni

Bowman Bridge

Oak Creek Campground (Oak City, Ut)

Elks Flat Campground

New Brighton State Beach Group Campground

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Plan Your Trips

Popular Activities

Group hiking on nearby trail systemsOrganized campfire programs and storytellingOutdoor cooking and potluck mealsTeam sports and lawn games (volleyball, frisbee, horseshoes)Wildlife viewing and nature photographySwimming and water activities at lakefront sites

Tips & Recommendations

1Reserve early—popular group campgrounds like Canyon View and Moqui often book out 11 months in advance when reservations open.
2Designate a trip coordinator to handle the reservation, collect fees from participants, and communicate campground rules before arrival.
3Create a shared packing list and assign meal responsibilities to avoid duplicate items; potluck-style meals work well for large groups.
4Bring extra tarps for communal cooking and gathering areas in case of rain, and pack a comprehensive first-aid kit since you're responsible for more people.

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