Real-time availability and convenient QR-based payments
Rich photos and maps to inform decision-making
Digital tickets and streamlined reservations
Competitors emphasize camping-focused terms (e.g., camping, park, campground) that Recreation.gov’s data shows less prominently
Permissions details are not listed in the data; privacy controls are not explicitly described
About Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov is a travel & local app developed by Booz Allen Hamilton, Inc..
Download Statistics
Recreation.gov has been downloaded 2.6 million times. In the last 30 days, the app was downloaded 43 thousand times. It is ranked in the top 100 travel & local apps.
User Ratings
Recreation.gov is rated 4.83 out of 5 stars. The rating is based on 94 thousand ratings.
App Information
Recreation.gov is FREE to download. The last update was on August 28, 2025.
Technical Requirements
Recreation.gov requires Android 8.0+ or higher. The app has a content rating of Everyone. The app has been available on Google Play August 2019.
Description
Get out there, experience America, and bring home a story!
The Recreation.gov mobile app is your on-the-go solution for reserving thousands of incredible camping destinations. Return to your favorite spot or discover a new one by searching for the campsite that’s right for you.
The Recreation.gov app helps you find and book campsites and experiences, review location details for your trip, and quickly access information on existing reservations from almost anywhere.
Features: • Search unique campgrounds and individual campsites across the country • Discover personalized recommendations based on your location • Filter search results by what’s important to you and your trip (price, amenities, site type, and more) • View photos and maps of campgrounds and campsites • Seamlessly switch between interactive maps and search results • Check real-time availability and location information for individual sites • Pay for select campsites and activities on the spot by scanning a QR code • Learn about passes and tickets that get you into your favorite spots • Review important details on activities, attractions, and experiences for your next trip • Conveniently access your account information and all your reservations • Find tickets, tours, and permits for amazing activities • Access your digital tickets for a smooth check-in
Whether you’re booking a weekend getaway or planning your next cross-country road trip, federal recreation activities and outdoor adventures start with Recreation.gov.
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Easy to see what dates are available for each site. Photos are helpful. Checkout is easy, too.
★★★★★Cris Girardi· Jun 15, 2026
Easy to use with site pictures that make tent site selection easier
★★★★★Michael Anuszkiewicz· May 31, 2026
So easy to use. Campsite pictures are very helpful to make a decision. Able to book multiple sites in the same shopping cart with ample time to make purchase.
★★★★★Sheila Alstom· Jun 11, 2026
We stay at lots of government parks and have entry to national parks. We have used our senior lifetime card a lot. It has saved use so much.
★★★★★Jason Salazar· Jun 16, 2026
So simple and easy to see exactly where you're going to be camping and if you can a get a reservation. Just started using wish I was using before
★☆☆☆☆James Fillion· Jun 5, 2026
Trash constantly signs me out then give me an error getting token when I try to sign in.
★★☆☆☆Liam Hartenstein· Jun 10, 2026
Notifications for open campsites lead to nowhere on Android. It just opens the app. Make The notification for an open campsite take me to the campsite that I want to register!
★☆☆☆☆nick cabrera· Jun 9, 2026
Tried for a week to get Cadillac mountain sunrise tickets. Even when tickets are available after opening multiple times, unable to select a time in the ticket options. Pretty sure app is broken for this and probably similar tickets
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