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Free camping and national park planning tools

Quick answers to the questions that decide a trip: where to go, when to book, what you need and what it costs.

Park finder

Which national parks have the best weather for your month, within your drive time.

⏰ When can I book?

The exact day and time campsite reservations open, in your time zone.

Do I need a reservation?

Entry reservations, fees and free days for any park and date.

Is the pass worth it?

Add up entrance fees vs the America the Beautiful pass.

🗓️ Best parks by month

All 63 national parks ranked by weather for any month.

🌅 Sunrise and sunset

Sunrise, sunset, daylight and golden hour at any park and date.

Free entrance days

The next national park fee-free days, with add-to-calendar.

🧾 Which pass do I need?

Find the America the Beautiful pass you qualify for, some are free.

Packing list generator

One combined checklist for your trip type and weather.

📅 Recreation Calendar

Permit lottery windows and free days, with email reminders.

No time to research? Let a trip planner do it.

Tell us where and when. A planner gets back to you within 24 hours with a day-by-day plan, the exact booking dates and links, and help booking. From $49.

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