Camping…But Make it Luxurious
Gone glamping! Take to the great outdoors but in a more luxurious way. Trade in pop-up tents and sleeping bags for magnificent canvas tents and lush, comfortable beds. Simplify your travel experience while making new, grand memories in the great outdoors. Best Glamping California
Under Canvas
Locations: Acadia (coming 2021), Glacier, Grand Canyon, Great Smoky Mountains, Lake Powell (coming 2021), Moab, Mount Rushmore, Yellowstone, Zion
Luxurious, private, safari-style canvas tents with king beds and en suite bathrooms provide explorers with an unforgettable glamping experience. Under Canvas locations are situated near iconic National Parks and monuments, making for a seamless and immersive outdoor adventure. Through “intentional inconveniences”—such as solar power and eliminating single use plastics when possible—Under Canvas strives for a minimal footprint.
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Ventana Big Sur
Location: Big Sur
The stunning Ventana Big Sur resort, known for its deluxe, romantic property, also offers memorable camping and glamping experiences. Sleep beneath the redwoods in lavish tents equipped with a wood-burning fire pit on the deck. Explore the beauty of this coastal town, and then return to your dreamy campsite for relaxation paired with wine and s’mores!
Wylder Hope Valley
Location: Hope Valley
Choose between staying in the restored 1951 vintage Spartan trailer or fully furnished yurts at this Sierra Nevada all-season mountain resort. Ideally positioned for views of the lush mountain landscape and West Fork Carson River, your craving for adventure will be satisfied upon arrival. The minimalist design allows guests to focus on the true beauty of nature.
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AutoCamp
Locations: Yosemite, Cape Cod, Russian River
Not a tent, not a hotel, but an environmentally sustainable Airstream for what AutoCamp calls Adventure Simplified. AutoCamp provides travelers with simple and timeless accommodations. Disconnect and reconnect with nature and your loved ones. Spa-inspired bathrooms, private campfires, a midcentury modern clubhouse and curated food and beverage offerings are a few perks of staying at these gorgeous properties.
The Resort at Paws Up
Location: Greenough, Montana
Opened back in 2015, this is claimed to be the first glamping destination in the U.S. Six camps and 36 tent accommodations are available for every type of traveler. These safari-style tents include one to three bedrooms, heated bathroom floors and your own butler. You’re immersed in nature without the “roughin’ it” aspect of camping. Whether you’re looking for a unique honeymoon destination, a memorable family vacation or a couple’s getaway, this is sure to be an unforgettable experience.
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Campera Hotel Burbuja
Location: Valle de Guadalupe
Just 90 minutes south of San Diego is a glamping retreat in the heart of Baja California’s wine country. Situated on a working vineyard, transparent bubble tents offer an immersive yet luxurious experience. This eco-friendly adult resort includes amenities like Jacuzzis, room service and wine tasting.
Taylor is a graduate from the University of Southern California with a degree in journalism. She is our Los Angeles and Orange County editor. You can find her dining at a new restaurant, in the ocean or planning her next adventure. Say hello!
