The 2022 North American Camping Report reveals a new chapter in camping, with significant growth in participation and a shift in camping preferences. The onset of the COVID-19 pandemic led to a dramatic increase in camping, accounting for 40% of all leisure trips taken in 2021, with more than half of travelers including camping in some or all of their travel. The pandemic also led to a change in travel plans, with leisure travelers shifting to camping as a preferred form of travel due to its open spaces and natural social distancing. RV usage and glamping also saw a significant increase in popularity. The report suggests that camping will continue to be a part of leisure travel plans in a post-pandemic world.
