The Dyrt Honors Top Campgrounds in 2026 Regional Awards
Event summary
- The Dyrt announced its 2026 Best Places to Camp Regional Awards, recognizing 60 winning campgrounds across six U.S. regions.
- Awards based on reviews and ratings from The Dyrt's community of over 82.4 million American campers in 2025.
- Repeat winners include Scoria Pit (North Dakota), The Wall and Big Pine Campground (South Dakota), and Landry Vineyards Grape Escape RV Sites (Louisiana).
- California led with five campgrounds making the Best Places to Camp list in the Pacific Region.
The big picture
The Dyrt's annual awards highlight the growing importance of user-generated content in shaping outdoor recreation trends. With camping participation at record highs, the platform's influence on campground popularity and regional tourism is likely to increase. The strategic partnerships with Luxefly Base Camp and Toyota Trucks suggest a broader push toward integrating premium services into the camping experience.
What we're watching
- Community Growth
- How The Dyrt's expanding user base will influence future award criteria and campground selections.
- Regional Trends
- Whether repeat winners can maintain their dominance or new destinations emerge in 2027.
- Partnership Impact
- The role of sponsors like Luxefly Base Camp and Toyota Trucks in enhancing The Dyrt's award program visibility.