Plan a Camping Trip and We'll Tell You Which National Park You Should Visit

By: Talin Vartanian
Estimated Completion Time
5 min
Plan a Camping Trip and We'll Tell You Which National Park You Should Visit
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About This Quiz

Ahh ... the great outdoors. Who doesn't love campfires, sleeping within nature and walking on all kinds of beautiful trails? If your answer is "not me," don't worry, we still have a national park that suits your personality!

There are all kinds of national parks in the United States, and some of the more popular ones includes Glacier National Park, Arches National Park and Zion National Park. These types of parks are known for their colorful and otherworldly beauty, as well as their plethora of hiking trails and camping spots. There are also many national parks outside the United States as well, which include Kruger National Park (in South Africa), Fiordland National Park (in New Zealand) and Jasper National Park (in Canada). When planning a camping trip to one of these national parks, it's important to think about what kinds of activities you wish to partake in, what kinds of food you're going to eat and what types of gadgets you're going to bring (such as a GPS or a compass). Some people are more old-fashioned when it comes to camping, while others like to camp in style. No matter where you fall on this spectrum, it's time to take our camping quiz now!










Before you embark on a camping trip, we need to know how you're going to get from Point A to Point B!
I have no idea.
I'll ride my bike.
I'll take a plane.
I'll drive there.

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Which of these songs is the perfect music to listen to while staring at the stars in the sky?
"Let It Be" by The Beatles
"Wish You Were Here" by Pink Floyd
"House Of The Rising Sun" by The Animals
"Wonderwall" by Oasis

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Where are you going to sleep once you get to your ideal camping destination?
Is there a hotel nearby?
In a cabin
In an RV
In a tent

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Which of the following snacks will you munch on while hiking on a trail?
Nothing at all
Potato chips
Sandwiches
Granola bars

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You have room in your bag for just three of these items. Which one is staying behind?
First aid kit
Map
Toothbrush
Sunscreen

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It's dinner time! What are you about to roast over a campfire?
Kebabs
Bacon
Hot dogs
S'mores

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Seasons are important when it comes to camping! Which of these seasons will you choose for a few adventurous days?
Winter
Summer
Fall
Spring

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You can't go to sleep without telling one of these spooky campfire stories to your friends! Which one will you choose to tell?
"The Vanishing Hitchhiker"
"The High Beams"
"Don’t Turn on the Light"
"The Hook"

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There are lots of wonderful things about camping, but what's the best part about it for you?
Being outside in nature
Getting to understand my soul more
Getting away for a bit
Spending time with friends and family

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Guess what we're about to play? A camping game! Which of these are you about to win at?
Hiking stick limbo
Flashlight tag
Hopscotch
Nature scavenger hunt

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Choose one of these fun water activities to participate in under the hot sun!
Fishing
Swimming
I hate the water.
Jetskiing

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You're feeling a little tired today from all the hiking, so it's probably best to just relax and read a book. Which of these tales are you about to read?
"Toasting Marshmallows: Camping Poems" by Kristine George
"Curious George Goes Camping" by H. A. Rey
"Wilderness Camping & Hiking" by Paul Tawrell
"The Lost Lake" by Allen Say

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Would you rather wake up early to watch a sunrise or stay up very late to watch the stars?
Neither, I like to sleep.
I'd rather watch a sunrise.
I'll take the stars option.
Both!

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Someone has just challenged you to a game of hide and seek! Where are you about to hide to win this game?
Behind a tree
Behind a building
In my car
I'll climb up into a tree.

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It's time for some nature gathering fun! Which of the following are you going to take with you as a souvenir?
I don't want to take anything.
Flowers
Rocks
Pine cones

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Let's say that you're hiking on a trail when you realize that you forgot your snacks. Which of these edible plants will you munch on instead?
Wild asparagus
Chicory
Cattails
Stinging nettles

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Are you the type of person who likes to plan everything out beforehand, or do you prefer to be more spontaneous with camping activities?
I prefer to plan everything out.
I'm a little bit of both.
It depends on what type of camping trip it is.
I'm much more spontaneous.

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Which of the following wild animals would you not want to encounter while on a camping trip?
Gray wolf
Black bear
Rattlesnake
Mountain lion

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You can't go camping without working up a sweat! Which of these sports would you want to play?
Baseball
Football
I'll pass on the sports.
Soccer

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Observing nature is one of the best parts about camping! How are you going to capture these beautiful moments?
By sketching the beauty of nature
By writing down my thoughts in a journal
By using my camera
By simply being present in the moment

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It's time for a hike, which means you get to choose between walking on a flat trail or summiting a mountain!
Can't I take a nap instead?
Let's summit a mountain!
I'll take the flat trail.
How about both?

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Would you leave your electronic devices behind before going on a camping trip or bring them just in case?
I'll definitely bring them along.
I'm not really sure.
I would only bring my phone with me.
I'm not bringing any electronics with me!

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Pick one of these relaxing activities to help calm your thoughts down while on a camping trip!
Sleeping
Meditating
Watching the clouds
Listening to nature

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Is it more fun to embark on a camping trip by yourself or with family and friends?
With a small group of friends and family
By myself
With 1-2 friends/family members
With a bunch of friends and family

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Which of the following survival skills is the most important to you when it comes to camping?
Finding water and knowing how to purify it
Knowing how to navigate the way back to safety
Understanding basic medical skills
Knowing how to acquire food in the wild

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On the scale of low-maintenance to high-maintenance, where do you fall when it comes to camping supplies?
High-maintenance
I'm a little bit of both when it comes to camping.
I'm somewhere in the middle.
Low-maintenance

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Your campground has an outdoor obstacle course and zip lines! Which one are you going to make a beeline for?
Neither
Zip lines
Outdoor obstacle course
Both!

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Uh oh! It looks like it's raining on your camping parade! Which of these card games are you going to play instead?
UNO Emoji Card Game
Phase 10 Card Game
The Oregon Trail Card Game
Pictionary Card Game

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Choose one of these musical instruments to take with you on a fun camping trip!
Ukulele
Harmonica
Ocarina
Guitar

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Whether it's one night or seven nights, we need to know how long you plan on camping for!
Just 1 night
Between 1-4 nights
Between 4-7 nights
At least 7 nights

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