California has claimed the title of America’s premier camping destination in a new report, despite ranking last for safety among all 50 states.

New England states, meanwhile, didn’t fare so well, as just one of the six states made it into the Top 25 and half were bottom-dwellers.

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The Golden State secured the top spot in Lawn Love’s 2025 camping rankings released ahead of National Camp Day. The report evaluated states across 21 metrics including campsite access, quality, supplies, safety and affordability.

California’s diverse landscapes propelled it to first place, offering campers a variety of environments to explore.

“You can be camping by the Big Sur coast one day, then waking up to the granite peaks in Yosemit

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