Escape to the Wild: 5 Best Camping Spots for Solitude Seekers Pt. 1

ESCAPE THE ORDINARY

Elliott S.

1/31/20258 min read

In a world of constant noise, notifications, and deadlines. It’s easy to get caught into the habit of being busy with your everyday lifestyle and feeling burden by the pressures of society; that we tend to lose track and forget to unplug and take time off for ourselves. Whether you and your family or just you; yourself are looking to seek solace away from the chaos, camping can offer that opportunity to disconnect from the digital grind offering an opportunity for peace, clarity, and reconnection with oneself. With that said here are five incredible camping spots for solitude seeker’s part one.

1. Hoh Rainforest, Olympic National Park, WS

This lush rainforest is perfect for disconnecting from the modern world. As you surround yourself with moss draped trees as tall as skyscrapers in New York, you’ll feel like you’re in another world with so much green surrounding you and the calm sounds of the rain gently hitting the leaves on the trees, your hikes will feel surreal. Hoh Rainforest Campground offers 72 campsites each having campfire rings and picnic tables, with plenty of secluded spots to choose from; it’s a no brainer why Hoh Rainforest made it on this list. Though the best time to camp here is considered the summer season due to the weather, but there will be a larger crowd during this season. But the best time to camp here and avoid the large summer crowds would be late summer and early fall from (September to November). Be sure to visit recreation.gov to make reservations and for more information pertaining to your camping trip like seasons and fees, rules and cancellations, and information on the facility.

2. Big Bend National Park, TX

Big Bend spanning over 800,000 acres is a haven for solitude seekers even during the busier season it’s still easy to find secluded camping spots with vast desert landscape stretching out as far as the eyes can see, rugged mountains to hike, and star-studded skies that’ll leave you in awe. In fact, with little to no light pollution Big Bend is considered home to some of the clearest night skies in the world according to chisosmountainslodge.com. As you enjoy a peaceful night of star gazing up under a canopy of stars. Big bend has numerous trails from easy to hard level to hike; though they’re considered moderate hikes “The Window Trail” and “Lost Mine Trail” are known to offer stunning views of the Chisos Mountains. With plenty of campgrounds to choose from the Chisos Basin Campground, Rio Grande Village Campground, and Maverick Ranch RV Park all have good reviews on tripadvisor.com. Big Bend National Park also offers several primitive campsites. Best time to visit and camp in Big Bend NP would be spring (March-May) and fall (October-November) for avoiding extreme temps and enjoying more comfortable temps. Be sure to visit nps.gov for more information about camping fees and backcountry permits, rules and regulations when camping.

3. The Gros Ventre Wilderness, WY

The Gros Ventre Wilderness spans over 300,000 acres of alpine meadows, rugged peaks, and dense forests making this the perfect location for remote camping. With Grand Teton National Park being its neighbor, you’re sure to have spectacular views of the Grand Tetons and other stunning dramatic mountain vistas along with wildflower filled meadows and crystal-clear streams. And if you’re a fan of the wildlife, the Gros Ventre Wilderness has plenty to offer from elk, bison, moose, black and grizzly bears, foxes, wolves, eagles, and owls. With numerous dispersed camping spots available, it’s very easy to find quiet and secluded areas for a tranquil experience like no other. The Gros Ventre Wilderness has several trails one of its most popular trails according to alltrails.com is the Goodwin Lake Trail a 6.4-mile hike that’s considered to be moderately challenging. Aside from hiking, there’s plenty of other things to do such as fishing, rock climbing, bird watching, etc. There’s plenty of beautiful things to see at the Gros Ventre Wilderness and its surrounding areas making it picturesque for photography lovers. Gros Ventre Campground offers over 250 sites. Best time to visit is late spring (May-June) and early fall (September-early October) for lesser crowds, pleasant weather, and wildlife viewing opportunities. Be sure to visit nps.gov or recreation.gov to make reservations and for more information pertaining to your camping trip like seasons and fees, rules and cancellations, and information on the facility.

4. Canyonlands National Park, UT

According to wereintherockies.com, of the 5 Utah national parks; Canyonlands National Park is the least visited. Though it’s a bit more rugged and some of its best features it offers require highly experience hiking skills and off roading; it’s still a destination for everyone to enjoy and experience beautiful landscape. Canyonlands National Park is divided into three districts. The Island in the Sky district offers more of panoramic views, remote campsites, and overlooks. The Needles district offers intricate rock formations, challenging trails, and hidden arches. The Maze district is very isolated and more ideal for serious thrill and adventure seekers. And then there’s The Rivers, which is the Green and Colorado river that flow in-between the canyons. It’s not an easy access to get to these rivers so be sure to visit nps.gov for more information on the access to the rivers. The activities to do in Canyonlands are countless from back country camping, stargazing at The Island in the Sky, canoeing and rafting along the Colorado or Green River, and a scenic drive along the White Rim Road which is a 71.2-mile loop unpaved four wheel drive highway below The Island in the Sky. The best time to camp in the Canyonlands is spring (April-May) and fall (September-October) for comfortable weather to enjoy the outdoors. Be sure to visit nps.gov or recreation.gov to make reservations and for more information pertaining to your camping trip like seasons and fees, rules and cancellations, and information on the facility.

5. Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, MN

If you enjoy being near and surrounded by water while casting out your line. The Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness is the perfect place for you. The BWCAW has over 2,000 campsites some including cabins, over 1,100 lakes to canoe, and several hiking trails to hike. Though canoeing and kayaking is the only way to explore this gem, canoeing on these lakes and navigating to different islands offers pleasant views and a unique experience that contains peace, adventure, tranquility, and unforgettable memories. Lakes like Saganaga Lake, which is to be one of the largest lakes in the BWCAW is surrounded by plenty of islands that offer several campsites dispersed and designated to choose from. Another lake to consider is Horseshoe Lake, which is known to also offer nice campsites and is a good lake for catching all types of fish like walleye, northern pike, yellow perch, etc. The BWCAW also has plenty of wildlife from moose, black bears, otters, wolves, bald eagles, etc. Camping here is definitely ideal for solitude seeking. The best time to visit and camp in the BWCAW depends, even though May-October is usually canoeing season. August is considered the best time to visit with warmer temperatures and the lakes are warm enough to swim in during that time, but for less mosquitoes and cooler temperatures mid-September to mid- October would be an ideal time to visit. Be sure to visit bwca.com or fa.usda.gov to plan your camping trip properly from access to the Boundary Waters, camping fees, canoe rentals, rules and regulations, etc.

Summary

True solitude isn’t about being alone, it’s more about being able to turn down the noise of the world for a moment to hear yourself think and reconnect with yourself. These camping spots just might be the remedy you desire. So, grab your tent, embrace the adventure, and be reminded of life’s simplest joy. Whether under a canopy of stars and a bedside of crackling fire in the vast desert or being surrounded and hugged by lush forest trees; where will your next escape take you?