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It’s that time of year again when the leaves flare in brilliant reds, oranges and golds, the air acquires that crispness that makes you reach for a scarf, and every travel publication in the land starts urging you to “embrace autumn.” However, the invitation comes with a rather attractive financial incentive in this case.

Campspot, the online booking platform that has quietly become a household name among North America’s campers and RV road-trippers, is throwing its weight behind the season with a week-long extravaganza of cut-price camping. From 8–14 September 2025, its Escape Into Fall Sale will see 123 participating campgrounds across the United States slashing rates by up to 40%. That’s not a typo, 11 campgrounds are offering the full 40% whack off their nightly rates.

For families itching for a road trip before the school routine clamps down, couples fancying a fireside weekend under the stars, or retirees in motorhomes happily chasing the foliage trail, this is a sale worth circling on the calendar.


Why the fuss?

The United States is blessed with one of the most photogenic autumns in the world. Whole regions are transformed as mountain passes burn red and valleys glow gold. You could throw a dart at a map and find yourself in some seasonal postcard. But Campspot has worked hard for you, highlighting classic drives and hikes where savings align perfectly with nature’s annual fireworks show.

  • New England Loop (Vermont & New Hampshire): Small towns, covered bridges, and mountains ablaze in fiery hues.

  • Blue Ridge Parkway (North Carolina & Virginia): Sweeping Appalachian vistas framed by autumn’s full palette.

  • Great River Road (Wisconsin & Minnesota): The mighty Mississippi edged with golden bluffs.

  • Columbia River Gorge (Oregon & Washington): Waterfalls, rivers, and forests turning a painter’s dream of reds and yellows.

Travel guide in hand? Campspot has even published a handy reference: Where To Camp This Fall to Catch Peak Foliage.


Campgrounds worth packing for

Of course, what’s a scenic drive without a comfortable place to bed down? Campspot’s line-up includes a host of campgrounds positioned with almost suspicious precision beside the best of autumn’s beauty spots.

  • Ames Brook Campground, New Hampshire: Smack in the Lakes and White Mountain regions, this one’s as versatile as they come—big-rig friendly, a general store on site, and endless access to hiking, fishing and heritage railways.

  • Luray RV Resort on Shenandoah River, Virginia: Think riverside cabins, a pool with waterslides, pickleball courts and the looming Shenandoah mountains in the background. Luray Caverns is just a hop away.

  • Campbell Cove RV Resort and Campground, Ohio: Nestled beside Lake Logan, this family-focused site offers tent spots, cabins, and RV pads, plus quick access to sandstone gorges, waterfalls and canopy tours.

  • Glenwood Canyon Resort, Colorado: The Colorado River is at your doorstep, canyon walls are at your back, and Aspen’s golden aspen groves are a short drive away. Nature didn’t hold back here.

  • Gorge Base Camp RV Park, Oregon: A hub for waterfall walks, winery jaunts, and brewery tastings with biking, rafting, and kiteboarding thrown in for good measure.

  • Glacier Campground, Montana: Just one mile from Glacier National Park’s west entrance, this 40-acre wooded escape is privacy wrapped in alpine glory, complete with larch-lined trails.


How to book

The official Escape Into Fall Sale page goes live on 8 September. Until then, the details remain politely under embargo. Early birds are encouraged to download the free Campspot app, enable push notifications, and be first in line when the discounts open.

Given the popularity of these regions during peak foliage season, there’s little doubt the choicest cabins and riverfront RV sites will vanish quickly. In short, it pays to move fast—before someone else nabs the last pitch under that perfect golden maple.


A golden opportunity

For Campspot, this isn’t just a seasonal promotion; it’s a clever way of reminding travellers that the camping world doesn’t shut up shop after August. With its crisp nights and flaming canopies, autumn may be the most magical time of year to pitch a tent or park an RV. And with discounts as steep as 40%, the excuse that “it’s too dear” falls flatter than last year’s campfire marshmallow.

So pack the thermos, stock up on firewood, and set your satnav for the nearest fiery ridge or golden valley. With Campspot dangling deals like these, there’s never been a better time to answer autumn’s call.

By Bridget Gomez

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