Accessible Camping: Campgrounds with Features for All Abilities

 

Finding Inclusive Outdoor Experiences

Camping is a wonderful way to connect with nature, and thankfully, more and more campgrounds are prioritizing accessibility so that everyone can enjoy the great outdoors. This guide highlights key features to look for when planning a trip to a site designed for all abilities.


Accessibility in camping is about removing barriers, ensuring that individuals with mobility challenges, visual impairments, or other disabilities can have a comfortable and enjoyable experience. Look for campgrounds that have gone beyond basic compliance to truly integrate accessible features into their design.

Key Accessible Features

When researching potential campgrounds, look for the following features that indicate a commitment to accessibility:


Feature

Description

Image Example

Paved or Firm Paths

Paths leading to campsites, restrooms, and main areas that are level, firm, and wide enough for wheelchairs and other mobility aids.

a smooth, paved trail winding through a forest, suitable for all mobility types

Accessible Restrooms and Showers

Restrooms and wash facilities featuring grab bars, low sinks, roll-in showers, and ample maneuvering space.

an accessible restroom with grab bars next to the toilet and sink

Specially Designed Campsites

Campsites with extended, hardened or paved tent pads, level parking spaces, and accessible picnic tables and fire rings.

a large, level campsite with a paved parking area and an accessible wooden picnic table

Accessible Activities

Access points for activities like fishing piers, boat launches, nature centers, and designated viewing areas.

a wooden fishing pier with level entry and railings, allowing wheelchair access over the water

Planning Your Accessible Trip

To ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience, always call the campground ahead of your visit.


  1. Confirm Specific Needs: Speak with a park ranger or campground host to confirm the exact details of the accessible features for your specific needs.

  2. Reserve an Accessible Site: These sites are often in high demand and should be reserved well in advance. Mention that you need an accessible site when booking.

  3. Check Site Amenities: Ask about the proximity of the accessible campsite to the restrooms, water spigots, and other amenities.

  4. Confirm Reservation: We recommend confirming your reservation for your trip on Date using the link provided Calendar event.


Many accessible campgrounds are found within State Parks or National Parks, which frequently offer detailed maps and information online.

Resources for Finding Accessible Campgrounds

Check with these organizations for lists and databases of accessible campsites. If you have any questions, you can contact Person for more information.


  • National Park Service Accessibility Information

  • State Parks Department (Check your specific state's website)

  • Campground Locators with Accessibility Filters


Before heading out, be sure to check the operating hours of the park and confirm the address of the main entrance at Place. Make sure to download the park's accessible trail map, which you can find at File.

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