Mosquitos in your ear, rocks in the sleeping bag, using a hole in the ground for you-know-what — for some of us, the great outdoors is better in theory than in practice. Is there another way to experience mother nature? If you’re a luxe lady, glamping is like camping, but without the rough edges: Think comfy beds, electricity, and even private bathrooms. Locations range from luxurious yurts with queen-size beds and furniture to fully-equipped cabins and treehouses.
Glamping over camping
The goal of glamping is to let you enjoy the great outdoors without sacrificing the comforts of home. We’ve got a list of the 10 best glamping locations in the United States for you to choose from. From Montana to Texas, California to Wyoming, and everywhere in between, these spots are sure to make your glamping dreams come true.
- The Resort at Paws Up, Montana: Set on a 37,000-acre ranch, this glamping destination offers a variety of luxurious tents, including safari-style tents and tents with outdoor showers, as well as luxury teepees.
- Collective Hill Country, Texas: This glamping retreat offers a variety of luxurious tents, including some with private hot tubs and outdoor showers.
- Safari West, California: Located in the heart of wine country, this glamping destination offers luxurious tents with private bathrooms and outdoor decks.
- The Glam Camp, Virginia: Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains, this glamping destination offers luxurious tents with private bathrooms and outdoor decks.
- Under Canvas, Montana: Located near the entrance to Yellowstone National Park, Under Canvas offers a variety of luxury tents, including safari-style tents and canvas tents with wood stoves.
- El Cosmico, Texas: Located in Marfa, Texas, El Cosmico offers a range of unique glamping options, including tents, trailers, and teepees, as well as outdoor soaking tubs and fire pits.
- The Ranch at Rock Creek, Montana: The Ranch at Rock Creek offers luxury tent accommodations with private baths and outdoor showers, as well as a range of activities such as horseback riding and fly fishing.
- The Safari Tent at Dunton Hot Springs, Colorado: Located in the Colorado Rockies, the Safari Tent at Dunton Hot Springs offers a luxury glamping experience with a private deck, outdoor shower, and a hot tub.
- Treebones Resort, California: Treebones Resort offers a variety of glamping options, including yurts with private baths and outdoor decks, as well as tree houses and a human nest.
- Brush Creek Ranch, Wyoming: Brush Creek Ranch offers a variety of luxury glamping options, including tent cabins with private baths and outdoor showers, as well as teepees and yurts.
