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A view of a mountain with a sunset in the background
Restrictions apply
7.5
Hammockability
Virginia, USA
Shenandoah National Park

Likely yes, since campsites list hammocks as permitted equipment, but the park has no published hammock rule, so use wide straps and stay inside your site.

Fall colorSkyline DriveEasy access
Boat on a wide river with forested banks and bridge
Hang away
7.5
Hammockability
Arkansas, USA
Buffalo National River

Yes, hammocks are officially permitted as long as you use straps that do not damage the trees.

Float tripsGravel barsSpring and fall
A small waterfall in the middle of a rocky area
Restrictions apply
7.4
Hammockability
North Carolina, USA
Pisgah National Forest

Yes in many areas, but camping is banned at Graveyard Fields and limited to designated sites in parts of the Pisgah Ranger District.

WaterfallsBackpackingForest hangs
A landscape with trees and hills
Restrictions apply
7.3
Hammockability
Tennessee / North Carolina, USA
Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Yes, hammocks are allowed in campsites and designated backcountry sites with tree saver straps, but never in or on shelters.

BackpackingFall colorForest hangs
Snow-dusted granite cliffs and a waterfall above a forest in Yosemite National Park
Restrictions apply
7.1
Hammockability
California, USA
Yosemite National Park

Yes in park campgrounds, as long as you pad the trees, skip oak trees and keep it from becoming a hazard.

Epic viewsCampground hangsPhotographers
Landscape photography of river with trees
Restrictions apply
7.1
Hammockability
Washington, USA
Olympic National Park

Probably yes with tree friendly straps, but Olympic does not publish a hammock rule, so check with a ranger.

RainforestMoody vibesBring a tarp
Green and brown trees under white sky during daytime
Restrictions apply
7.1
Hammockability
Kentucky, USA
Red River Gorge (Daniel Boone National Forest)

Yes, hammock camping is common here, but you must follow the gorge camping setbacks and buy a recreation pass for overnight parking.

Hammock cultureClimbersBackpacking
Green trees near lake and snow covered mountain during daytime
Restrictions apply
6.8
Hammockability
Wyoming, USA
Grand Teton National Park

Yes at campgrounds like Colter Bay that list hammocks as permitted equipment, though the park has no detailed hammock rule.

Mountain viewsLakesideWildlife
Blue lake surrounded by green trees under blue sky during daytime
Restrictions apply
6.8
Hammockability
California, USA
D.L. Bliss State Park, Lake Tahoe

Unclear. The park does not publish a hammock rule, and California State Parks protects all trees, so ask the campground before you hang.

LakesideSwimmingSummer
A hammock from a tree over a body of water
Hang away
6.8
Hammockability
Florida, USA
Ginnie Springs

Yes, hammocks are a common sight here, but this is a private park so follow the posted rules and do not cut or nail trees.

SwimmingTubingGroup trips
Green trees near lake under white clouds and blue sky during daytime
Restrictions apply
6.7
Hammockability
Colorado, USA
Rocky Mountain National Park

Yes inside the footprint of your campsite, except at Timber Creek Campground where hammocks are banned.

Alpine lakesSummer escapesWildlife
Green trees on brown rocky mountain beside blue sea under blue sky during daytime
Restrictions apply
6.7
Hammockability
Maine, USA
Acadia National Park

Yes in campgrounds, but only on trees you can reach without stepping off the campsite pad.

Coastal forestSunriseFamilies
People on beach shore during daytime
Restrictions apply
6.6
Hammockability
Wyoming, USA
Yellowstone National Park

Probably yes inside your campsite with tree friendly straps, but Yellowstone does not publish a clear hammock rule, so confirm with your campground.

WildlifeRoad tripsGeyser days
A group of boats floating on top of a body of water
Restrictions apply
6.6
Hammockability
Hawaii, USA
Hanalei and Kauai Beach Parks

Unclear. We found no published hammock rule for Kauai beach parks, and state park rules protect all trees, so hang lightly and ask locally.

Beach daysSunsetsSurf town
Green trees and mountains near lake during daytime
Restrictions apply
6.5
Hammockability
Colorado, USA
Maroon Bells (White River National Forest)

Likely yes with care, but overnight stays in the wilderness need a permit and designated sites near popular lakes.

Fall aspensPhotographersAlpine lakes
A view of a mountain range with a lake in the foreground
Restrictions apply
6.4
Hammockability
Montana, USA
Glacier National Park

Yes in campgrounds, but only single person hammocks over bare ground inside your site with straps at least one inch wide.

Big viewsSummer onlySolo hangs
People in the beach during daytime
Hang away
6.2
Hammockability
Texas, USA
Zilker Park

Yes, Austin parks allow hammocks without a permit as long as you use tree friendly straps and keep clear of trails.

City hangsAfter-work napsLive music
People walking on seashore during daytime
Restrictions apply
5.9
Hammockability
Quintana Roo, Mexico
Tulum Beaches and Tulum National Park

Unclear inside Tulum National Park, where chairs, umbrellas and food are restricted, but hammocks are everywhere at beach clubs and hotels.

Beach clubsSunriseHammock culture
A beach with boats and a large rock formation in the background with Railay Beach in the background
Restrictions apply
5.8
Hammockability
Krabi, Thailand
Railay Beach

Unclear. We found no official hammock rule for Railay, so hang lightly, use wide straps and follow any posted signs.

CliffsSunsetsIsland hopping
Brown mountains with forest
Mostly prohibited
4.5
Hammockability
Utah, USA
Zion National Park

No, Zion prohibits hammocks and slacklines in its campgrounds and wilderness, and nothing may be attached to trees.

Canyon hikesBring a standDay trips
Cactus plants in desert
Mostly prohibited
4.5
Hammockability
California, USA
Joshua Tree National Park

Not in campgrounds and never on Joshua trees or junipers. Hammocks can only be tied to rocks or climbing bolts outside campgrounds.

StargazingBring a tentWinter trips
White bridge over the sea during daytime
Mostly prohibited
4.5
Hammockability
California, USA
Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park

No, hammocks may not be attached to trees or plants in any fashion here.

Coastal drivesRedwoodsBring a tent
A group of people on small boats on a river
Mostly prohibited
4.5
Hammockability
New York, USA
Central Park

No, hanging hammocks on park trees is not permitted in New York City parks.

City breakPicnic blanket insteadBring a stand
An aerial view of a beach and ocean
Mostly prohibited
4.5
Hammockability
Puntarenas, Costa Rica
Manuel Antonio National Park

No, the park's public use rules bar bringing hammocks, tents and tarps, and camping is not allowed.

WildlifeBeach dayBring a towel
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