Best camping spots for the 2023 solar eclipse
The moon will pass in front of the sun for a ring of fire eclipse on the morning of Sat. Oct. 14
- 2023 Solar Eclipse
Explore Hipcamp’s interactive 2023 solar eclipse map.
Discover and book the best campsites & RV spots in the eclipse path to see the ring of fire—or outside the path for a partial eclipse.
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Arrowhead Campground
7 sites · RVs, Tents5 acres · San Juan
Greetings! Welcome to Arrowhead Campground! Arrowhead Campground is roughly 5 acres of land, sitting right in Monument Valley, Utah. Come stay with us to experience one of the most amazing views in the world! You'll get to experience a full 360 degree view of all the towering red sandstone buttes and mesas. This is great for capturing the best views in the area. You'll experience breathtaking sunsets and sunrises right from your campsite. Great for pictures and photoshoots. The campground offers one of the largest shade structures in the area, with durable white picnic tables. We do allow campfires, so there is a fire-pit for that. The campground is only 2 1/2 miles away from the tribal park and 1 1/4 miles from the nearest highway. It's tucked away and secluded from noise and light pollution. The stars at night are bright and shinny, so you can pitch your tent right underneath them. With that said, Arrowhead Campground will be one of the best campgrounds you'll ever stay at. If you have any other questions feel free to message me with any of your questions.
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This is a dry campsite. Although, we do offer potable water to fill any water containers up to 10 gallons.
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Humming Bird Campsite
3 sites · RVs, Tents5 acres · Oljato Monument Valley, San Juan
First day of my campsite I start with 2 campsites then I built 1 more campsite. I then made fire pit an after that I built an outhouse its a restroom so of the guest don't know what an outhouse is we tell them it doesn't take no water to flush. After that I built a wooden fence around the whole campsite from horses a cows get into our property. So that how I started a campsite. Now our guests love our campsite a some of them came back an we have a short hiking trail to the rims to overlook the whole valleys its beautiful to take pictures from there.
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Guest can pitch a tent or park RV within the campsite having access to own picnic table and fire pit. The Campsite is 10-15 mins to the Valley View of the Famous Monuments and close to Navajo Tribal Park. Access to Restroom (Outhouse) within the site. Guest can request Navajo Taco Dinner with Navajo Tea for extra cost to enlighten their stay here in Beautiful Monument Valley. Guest can bring pets as well. We are pet friendly and have two well behaved dogs name spike and diamond.
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Lost Woods
19 sites · RVs, Tents55 acres · San Antonio, Bexar
Welcome to our little piece of paradise! 55 acres of woods hidden near town. A network of trails criss-cross the creek and wind throughout the property
under a peaceful canopy of large beautiful trees. Don't be surprised if you run into deer, squirrels, or roadrunners! Our property is home to a wide variety of hill-country wildlife.
- Each of our campsites are private and surrounded by forest.
- Each site has a fire ring for campfires
- Our trees are our most precious natural resource and set this campground apart! Please don't do anything to harm them.
- Port-o-john is available on site.
- All of our campsites are primitive. No electric or water here.
- When you camp with us you are welcome to explore and play on the entire property! We have 55 acres of trails and woods to explore! Please bring your bikes, trail shoes, or whatever helps you have fun in the wild!
- Hammocks welcome!
We have so many trees! All of our sites are hammock-friendly.
- When you check-in, just text us, your host will help you find your campsite.
- Some sites are drive-in where your vehicle can park right next to the fire. Others are walk-in and require a short hike of 100' or less from your parking space. You can indicate your preference during booking or at check-in.
If you want to drive right into your site,
Campsites 2, 6, & 12 are the sites you want.
Some of our campsites are more secluded than the others and offer extreme privacy in the most beautiful settings we have to offer. If you're looking for a wilder campsite surrounded by huge old trees and all the peace the woods have to offer, just request Campsites 4, 5, 7, or 8. Each of these sites requires a walk of at least 50' from your vehicle to the fire ring.
Site 13 is only for backpackers or people willing to hike about 500 yards to the campsite. There is no way to drive to it or even get close except on foot. But it is spectacular and beautiful!
Only three sites can accommodate a smaller trailer or camper. Site 1, Site 2, and site 6. Please notify me in your booking if you intend to bring a camper and I can accommodate you.
We practice leave-no-trace as much as possible. So please pack out anything you pack in. You are responsible for removing all trash. If any garbage is left behind you will be billed for the cleanup.
Heads-up! We have a small farm on the property
Dogs are always welcome and we LOVE our furry friends! For their safety and the safety of our livestock please keep them leashed while on property.
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Sparrow Bend River Retreat
11 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents8 acres · Pipe Creek, Bandera
Sparrow Bend River Retreat is a beautiful 8 acre multi-site vacation rental property with camping, RV sites and 2 vacation homes.
With a private 300yard stretch of the crystal-clear, spring fed MEDINA RIVER your party will spend the day exploring its majestic cliffs and coves, paddling/floating the river (tubes and kayaks for rent), splashing in the shallows, playing yard games on the lawn or sunbathing on a massive bolder.
Enjoy a delicious and memorable dinner in Lakehills (15min), Bandera (20min) or Boerne (25min). Or stay in and grill out over the fire, or at the provided grill.
Camp sites each have a customized picnic table for you convenience.
Spend you evening sharing laughs around the provided firepit as you take in the dazzling canopy of stars. (Firewood available for sale)
Our family has always dreamed of hosting a place for families and friends to come enjoy nature however we would have never dreamed of finding a property as unique and beautiful as this.
A lake when the water is high, a beautiful river when the waters low.
All crowned by a majestic limestone bluff, complete with boulders, coves and endless room for adventures.
This land was once a part of a wagon trail along the river and, if you're lucky, you can still find arrowheads along the paths.
The property is gated with a high privacy fence along the neighboring borders for security.
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Mexican Hat Rocks
40 sites · RVs, Tents200 acres · Mexican Hat, San Juan
No need to reserve ahead of time! (This does NOT include High Demand nights such as the upcoming Eclipse) Camp spots are not marked but are obvious, choose site when you arrive, refer to map. Please respect No Trespassing signs!
Two (2) miles north of Mexican Hat, UT on Hwy 163, turn East, find your spot! Bigger Rigs: Keep to the right at the 'Y' as the road to the San Juan River is steep and a little bumpy!
Next to the Bears Ears National Monument, between Valley of the Gods and Monument Valley along the San Juan River is Mexican Hat where you can camp on private property...as this is NOT on the Navajo Reservation, alcohol is allowed.
So many things to see! Goosenecks State Park, Natural Bridges, Moki Dugway, Cedar Mesa!
Camp on this private estate that was founded in the 1890's by gold and oil prospectors and where John Wayne later crossed the river in several western movies! The night skies are unbeatable as is the quiet solitude that is sadly disappearing in other areas. Mexican Hat Rock and this portion of the San Juan River are accessible only through this estate that is open for your enjoyment, however, if you wish to camp we now ask for a small fee so we can keep it clean, maintain roads and continue our conservation efforts so all can enjoy it forever! Portable toilets are required!!! And please pick up after yourself, dogs and horses. Pack it in, pack it out. Respect your fellow campers and stay on obvious trails and roads, do know that part of this property is marked as 'No Trespassing', please respect signage. No fee is required for day trips to 'The Hat'.
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Hilltop Ranch
15 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents40 acres · Corvallis, Benton
Enjoy sweeping views of the willamette valley and cascade range from Hilltop Ranch. Featuring secluded yurt stays, hiking, zip lines, equestrian activities and a hot tub with a view. Hilltop ranch is a small family run ranch on 40 acres of forestland. Yurts, RV campsites with full hookup, and more available.
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Peace & Solitude
5 sites · RVs, Tents121 acres · Newport, Lincoln
Our Private Land is located in Newport Oregon. Daily you can hear the ocean roar and smell the fresh air off the water. It is a forest area accessible by trails that all link together. There is also a very nice trail off our land to a nearby city trail that will lead you to Agate Beach.
You will see coastal evergreens and deciduous trees with all sorts of other bushes and flowers that you typically find along the Oregon Coast. Some of the wildlife on the land such as
blacktail deer and many species of birds are
seen and heard on most days.
You will see breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean, the Yaquina Bay Bridge, the Yaquina Head Lighthouse, and Big Creek Reservoir. These landmarks can be seen randomly throughout your walk on the trails and from the campsites. There are beautiful sunsets and sunrises. On a clear night you can see the constellations, undisturbed by city lights.
Our property provides a lot of room to be by yourself.
Hammock, book, write, read, and my favorite... take a nap. A place of peace and solitude away from the public.
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Overalls and Bird Calls
11 sites · Tents45 acres · Timberwood Park, Comal
Welcome to the Cibolo Gardens Nature Preserve! Just 22 miles from downtown San Antonio, not far off of US 281, our educational homestead is an excellent place to camp. We’ve transformed 45 acres of what was once an active rock quarry just 15 years ago, into a healthy, regenerative, green space as well as an event and training venue.
Our venue is nestled in the middle of the rapidly growing suburban landscape around us in north San Antonio. We purchased the property five years ago from good friends who had already started the mission of revitalizing the land.
Today, 39 of the acres are in “preservation” status, which means that we are letting the natural micro-ecosystems that have developed from what remained of the quarrying activities 15 years ago to develop on their own. We hope to always keep this acreage in that status for generations to enjoy.
The remaining 6 acres is wooded, where we live, have gardens, farm animals and where we interface equitably with our environment.
Feel free to simply relax in the shade of the persimmon and juniper trees. Or, to add some activity to your stay, hike the varying terrain on our 45 acres, hunt for fossils in the dry creek bed, break out your tree / plant id books, or watch the wildlife (even if it’s just the chickens). Refresh by taking a dip in the above ground pool, or wash off in the outdoor cob shower. [Please be advised that besides campers, we also host homesteading, wilderness survival and herbal medicine classes on our site. So, you might have company, but you'll definitely have room for privacy. ]
If you want to explore more Hill Country, nearby attractions for outdoor fun include the Guadalupe River State Park (16mi), Guadalupe Canoe Livery where you can rent tubes and kayaks on the river (16 mi) or Natural Bridge Cavern (17mi).
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Camp Bankersmith
21 sites · RVs, Tents85 acres · Fredericksburg, Kendall
Don't come for the WiFi.
Conveniently located 8 miles from downtown Fredericksburg, Texas and across the street from the world famous Bankersmith Dance Hall and Saloon (live music, great drinks and food Wed-Sun). Also 3 miles from the Old Bat Cave and Tunnel. Come meet our goats, longhorns, donkeys, bison and more (from a distance)!The camping/parking area is located in a large field off of the famous and beautiful Old Highway 9 (Old San Antonio Road), an historic Native American Trading Trail dating back over a thousand years. The entrance is just a short drive south of the Bankersmith Saloon on the right hand side. Look for the Grapetown Vineyard sign and head on up the asphalt road.
Please confirm your stay by web or email, no calls. Just email us and stop on by. Check in during OPEN saloon hours only (check Facebook for most up to date hours of Bankersmith TX).
Very casual. Guests can enjoy this Texas Original with concerts, festivals most Saturdays (google The Best of Texas Festivals) or even just by stopping by for live music (played Wed-Sun), GREAT FOOD and a cold drink. The Saloon and Restaurant is open Wed-Sun (Cowboy Church on Sundays)! Campers are of course allowed to bring in food or drink on the campgrounds but it may be easier to enjoy the food from Bankersmith’s Restaurant and Full Bar literally across the street! Voted the Best Hamburgers in Town, Steaks, Ribs, Pork Chops, Salads, Chicken Wings and more! A fun Steak Night on Friday nights. Porky Thursdays with fresh off the pit Ribs and BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches. A Dance Hall, Ghost Sightings and whole lot more (even Fried Bull Testicles)! This Bankersmith Texas Campground is primitive on site but guests are welcome to use both the restrooms and water sources across the street, in the Saloon, when open. Porta John in field of camp site as well. Again, no need to call us. Just email us and stop on by.Welcome Home!
Farm rules:
You are in Texas. Fences and Gates are God's way of saying, 'Respect Private Property'. You do not want to go over, under, through one of our fences without our permission or open a gate without our explicit permission. EVER. Do not enter animal pens or put your hand or arms through fences. Do NOT allow dogs to go in, or to bark at animals. We have animals on the other side of these fences that will kill both man and beast. We keep our gates locked for everyone's safety. Never open a gate without a certified employee. (Petting through the fence is NOT allowed!)
Do not feed anything to our furry friends. We welcome ya'll like family, but that means respecting our property and animals like they are your own. Be smart and courteous and keep all gates locked and everyone stays happy.If there is anything that would make your stay more comfortable please feel free to ask for Bobby or Kayla at the Saloon. We'd put our numbers here so ya'll could text but HipCamp does not allow it.
We are here to serve!Please remember that check out is at 12 PM. If you need longer just inform us! Population: you {for the duration of your stay}
PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT: Maintaining 85 acres etc is NOT cheap. Plus, the added admin of bookings, cancellations, folks on property is an expense of time and $. THE ONLY THING WE ASK: If you have a good time here PLEASE leave a review and a few photos on YELP AND GOOGLE for GRAPETOWN VINEYARD or BANKERSMITH TX. The reviews on this site, here, are great, but they do little to get the word out to our larger audience.
Just check in with us. Closed Mon-Tue. Contact the Host by email for information and reservations.
Safari Wine Tours and Farm Tours available on site. We have a great gift shop in the Bankersmith Dance Hall and Saloon. We also have festivals and concerts most Saturdays. The restaurant and bar at Bankersmith is open 5 days a week!
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Umpqua's Last Resort
33 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents4 acres · Idleyld Park, Douglas
Umpqua’s Last Resort is nestled along the North Umpqua River in the Umpqua National Forest. This region of the Oregon Cascade Mountains is commonly referred to as “Oregon’s Emerald-Jewel Gateway” to Crater Lake National Park. Spectacular marble river views, volcanic formations, thundering waters, and towering firs are just the beginning… the North Umpqua River is World Class!
Settled in the community of Dry Creek, 27-miles east of Idleyld Park [Idle-wild Park] on the North Umpqua River, Umpqua's Last Resort hosts fifteen 50/30/20amp Full Hook-up RV Sites, Glamping Tents, Camper Cabins, a Tiny Home, RV Experiences, heated shower house & restrooms, mountain Wi-Fi, access to the North Umpqua River & Dry Creek.
Umpqua’s Last Resort is a privately owned recreational vehicle park & campground located on exclusive private-property deep in the heart of the Umpqua National Forest. As a proud equal opportunity recreation provider we thank you for your interest.
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Low Gear Farmstead
31 sites · RVs, Tents75 acres · Menard, Menard
Get into low gear and enjoy the slow pace and peace of our little working farm on the edge of the hill country. Low Gear Farmstead's 75 acres border the lovely San Saba River, providing campers the opportunity to swim, wade, fish and paddle. Farm animals including dairy goats, chickens, and horses inhabit the property, but wildlife such as deer, wild turkey, ringtail, fox and armadillo is also abundant. Bird watchers will be delighted at the diversity of birds, especially in spring. Don't forget to look up at night as our dark skies provide excellent stargazing on clear nights and a very visible Milky Way. We limit the number of campsites and spread them out so that campers may enjoy privacy and seclusion. Campsites are provided with compost toilets and most sites also have a fire ring. 4WD is not required unless we have had heavy rains, otherwise most vehicles, except very low clearance ones, do fine. The nearest town, Menard, is about a 12 minute drive from the property and has a grocery store, gas stations, a few restaurants restaurants and a bakery. Lovers of history might enjoy visiting the Presidio de San Saba, about 20 minutes from the farm, as well as the historic Pioneers Rest Cemetery in town. Low Gear Farmstead is a safe, welcoming space for queers and POC.
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Sunset Bay Meadows
9 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents101 acres · Coos Bay, Coos
Welcome to Sunset Bay Meadows! We have several tent/RV sites, a yurt, and one group camping site.
Once a dairy farm and part of the old Simpson estate our property offers mushroom picking seasonally whey you may find Chanterelle & Hedgehog mushrooms.
We're close to the beach and the Sunset Bay Golf Course is on the same property.
Lots of hiking trails and you can connect with Sunset Bay State Park our neighbor.
We have a private, secluded campground that is wind sheltered with approximately 20 acres of space in which to use our covered table, picnic tables, fire pit, fire rings at individual campsites,
BBQ, sauna and outdoor propane-fired shower.
The camp area is tucked away amongst large Spruce trees and open meadows which lead to endless trails on the property, with the option to buy a round of golf at Sunset Bay Golf Course, which is right next door to the camp area.
We’re just short of a mile from Sunset Bay, where you will find kayaking, fishing and a great spot for kids.
The Whiskey Run mountain bike trails are a short drive away and are truly world-class trails. The Sunset Bay State Park has a huge trail network that spans the cliff line all the way from Sunset Bay to Cape Arago.
Chuck’s Seafood in Charleston is a great spot to pick up local seafood.
BBQ some oysters on the grill or pick up some fresh fish and enjoy the bounty of the coast.
Charleston, just 3.5 miles away, also has some great restaurants and local shops to truly make your stay memorable.
Only friendly dogs allowed and leashed or under voice command.
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Camping for 2023 Solar Eclipse guide
On the morning of October 14, 2023, a handful of US states will be treated to a rare ring of fire eclipse, when the moon passes in front of the sun but leaves a thin ring of sunlight around it. At Hipcamp, we're here to help you get the best view! Use our interactive eclipse map to find and book the very best campsites and RV spots in the path of the ring of fire eclipse so you can experience the wonders of a solar eclipse with your own eyes in Oregon, California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, or Texas.
Looking for 2024 eclipse camping? We've got you covered there too.
What is a solar eclipse?
A solar eclipse happens when the moon passes in front of the sun. There are four types of solar eclipses, but during these rare cosmic alignments, the moon blocks out at least part of the sun for a few minutes.
What is an annular eclipse?
An annular eclipse is a type of solar eclipse. A solar eclipse occurs when a new moon passes between the earth and the sun, partially or totally covering the sun. During an annular eclipse, the moon covers only the sun’s center, leaving a thin ring of sunlight around the moon for a ring of fire effect.
Why is it called a ring of fire eclipse?
Annular eclipses are known as “ring of fire” eclipses because of the incredible thin ring of sunlight that is visible around the moon during this phenomenon.
How do I get reservations for the 2023 eclipse?
At your service! The Hipcamp 2023 solar eclipse map highlights the best campsites with a view of the ring of fire eclipse in every state so you can choose your prime viewing spot. State and national park campgrounds are likely to get fully booked far in advance, so we work hard to unlock access to more places to get outside. That said, it's still strongly recommended that you plan ahead and reserve your eclipse campsite early. The ring of fire eclipse is expected to be the most popular camping event in 2023. Spots are limited!
What time is the 2023 solar eclipse?
In the United States, the 2023 annular eclipse will begin in far western Oregon at 9:15am PT and end right around noon CDT in Texas on Saturday, October 14, 2023. Depending on your location, this ring of fire solar eclipse can last for as long as 5 minutes in Texas or as short as 4 minutes and 30 seconds in Oregon. To find out what time the eclipse will reach a specific location, check out this interactive map.
How do I check what time my campsite will see the eclipse?
To find out when the eclipse will reach your campsite—or any location—check out this interactive map. It shows what time the eclipse will begin and end in any given area, as well as how long the partial portions of the eclipse last. Plus, you can see how cloudy a location was in previous years on October 14.
Best 2023 eclipse camping destinations
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Top camping tips for the 2023 ring of fire eclipse
- Book your travel well in advance. Public campgrounds, hotels, and even airline tickets usually completely book up many months ahead of an eclipse, so don’t wait! And remember—this eclipse takes place in the morning rather than after dark, so you’ll want to find a campsite for the night of Friday, Oct. 13 so you’re ready come morning.
- Plan to arrive early. You can expect traffic before and after the eclipse, so be sure to get to your campsite early—at least the day before—so you don’t risk missing it.
- Pack the essentials, and then some. The usual conveniences may be hard to get to, and on-site amenities can be limited at some tent and RV campgrounds. Fill your vehicle’s gas tank and stock up early on food, water, and medicine.
- Protect your eyes. As with everything above, order your solar eclipse glasses well in advance. During the week before the eclipse, these glasses can become difficult to find for sale online or in person.
- Be prepared to lose service. With millions of people flocking in from around the country, cell towers may become overwhelmed. Save your camping reservation details, download the Hipcamp app, and save offline maps. Be sure to let friends and family know where you’ll be and when they can expect to hear from you, too.
- Be in the moment. If you’re lucky enough to see a ring of fire solar eclipse, enjoy the incredible view and try to take it all in! Remember, these rare events only last for a few minutes, so enjoy it without the distraction of your phone.
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