Last updated: August 9, 2021 (9:00 AM CST)
Whether you are a full-time RVer or a part-time weekend warrior, it’s important to know how state park closures might impact your current or upcoming RV travel plans.
As the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) posts new COVID-19 developments in their effort to keep communities, workplaces, and schools safe, local governments must take the most recent information and disseminate the relevant content to the public.
Since the effects of the pandemic evolve rapidly, it’s necessary for national, city, and state officials to pass along pertinent content to the people directly, since different areas of the country may have unique situations impacting their area.
What does this changing situation mean for RVers who frequently move from state to state? It means that RVers should become extra-vigilant in knowing what areas of the country have travel restrictions that could potentially impact their overnight stay in a state park campground.
The Outdoorsy team knows that travel uncertainties are challenging during this time, so we have compiled a list of state park systems and their status, to help our RV family stay as informed as possible. Since campground policies are changing rapidly, we recommend that you call your planned destination before hitting the road.
Please note:
We aim to update our list of park closures daily. Please check back for changes
Amenities, attractions, transportation, special events, buildings, and activities may be impacted by a park-to-park-basis.
Some state park campgrounds are still closed for the season, but closures may impact the day-use areas; for camping information on those parks, visit the park’s website.
Are the southwest area state parks open for camping?
Last updated: August 9, 2021 (9:00 AM CST)
Arizona state parks: open
California state parks: open at most parks
Nevada state parks: open
New Mexico state parks: open at 28 parks
Utah state parks: open
Are the northwest area state parks open for camping?
Last updated: August 9, 2021 (9:00 AM CST)
Idaho state parks: open
Montana state parks: open
Oregon state parks: open (select parks only)
Washington state parks: open in (select parks only)
Wyoming state parks: open
Are the central area state parks open for camping?
Last updated: August 9, 2021 (9:00 AM CST)
Arkansas state parks: open
Iowa state parks: open (select parks only)
Kansas state parks: open
Louisiana state parks: open
Minnesota state parks: open
Missouri state parks: open
Nebraska state parks: open
North Dakota state parks: open
Oklahoma state parks: open
South Dakota state parks: open
Texas state parks: open at most parks
Wisconsin state parks: open
Are the southeast area state parks open for camping?
Last updated: August 9, 2021 (9:00 AM CST)
Alabama state parks: open (select parks only)
Florida state parks: open at most parks
Georgia state parks: open
Kentucky state parks: open
Mississippi state parks: open
North Carolina state parks: open
South Carolina state parks: open at most parks
Tennessee state parks: open
Virginia state parks: open (seasonal operation)
West Virginia state parks: open
Are the northeast area state parks open for camping?
Last updated: August 9, 2021 (9:00 AM CST)
Connecticut state parks: open; reservations required for 2021
Delaware state parks: open
Illinois state parks: open
Indiana state parks: open
Maine state parks: open
Maryland state parks: open
Massachusetts state parks: open for reservations; primitive and group campsites closed
Michigan state parks: open
New Hampshire state parks: open (select parks only)
New Jersey state parks: open
New York state parks: open; reservations required
Ohio state parks: most open; reservations required
Pennsylvania state parks: open
Rhode Island state parks: open with conditions (select parks only)
Vermont state parks: open
Are Alaska and Hawaii state parks open for camping?
Last updated: August 9, 2021 (9:00 AM CST)
Alaska state parks: open as weather and staffing allow
Hawaii state parks: some open with restrictions
Park statuses can change by the minute. While we strive to keep our posts up-to-date, it’s best to follow up your research with a phone call to the campground before you begin your trip. Safe travels!
Team Outdoorsy is here to help you along your journey. If you have questions or concerns about your upcoming RV rental, give us a call at 1-877-723-7232, send us an email, or start a chat.
And for a continuously updated list of frequently asked COVID-19 questions relating to RV travel, visit our FAQ page.
This post was first published on March 19, 2020.
