Where should I hang?
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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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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




