These guys invented luxury glamping excursions after launching their first of 10 locations in 2012 amidst Montana’s picturesque backdrop in Yellowstone. Under Canvas’ concept was built from the ground up with its upscale safari-inspired destinations branding itself with oversized canvas tents, rustic West Elm furnishings, woodburning stoves and private decks. Each location boasts extraordinary landscapes and prime real estate, allowing campers of all ages the opportunity to take it easy while taking in the sights.
Under Canvas offers suite options rivaling posh resorts complete with king-sized beds decked out in luxury linens, organic bath products, USB battery packs and hot, running water. Adjacent smaller-sized tents with twin beds are perfect for your mini happy campers and the family dog. Complimentary programming varies from site to site, offering yoga classes, kids crafts, nightly bonfires, s’mores, live acoustic music and outdoor games. Adventurous eaters will enjoy the on-site outdoor cafes that provide upscale chuckwagon meals from chickpea tacos, pesto zucchini to roasted trout and plenty of kid-friendly items too.
Capture views where buffalo roam and the deer and antelope graze at their brand new outpost at Bryce Canyon National Park. Explore the park at your leisure on an e-bike rental — you deserve a dose of life in the slow lane. The camp, nestled along the juniper forest, boasts 50 safari-style tents among its signature backdrop of Utah’s towering red rocks. Book early to secure the coveted Stargazer Tent, which boasts an overhead window so you can align with the stars as you fall asleep.
Those looking for a world-class climbing and hiking getaway will love the desert landscape just outside Arches National Park, Canyonlands National Park and the towering mountains at Moab. Explore new activities through their Adventure Concierge with planned canyoneering adventures, whitewater rafting or a Hummer Safari.
Strike gold exploring the Black Hills of South Dakota and take in the historical landmarks Mount Rushmore while sleeping on what used to be a gold mining boomtown. Wake up to the smell of Ponderosa pines, freshly roasted coffee and thick-sliced house- roasted pork belly over cage-free eggs at this base camp. Bluestone Land premium espresso beverages are served at all Under Canvas locations.
Acadia fits the bill when taking in the sights of coastal Maine from your posh canvas tent waterfront accommodation. Take to the seas on the old pirate ship Esther Irene for a private pirate cruise. Of course, a vacation in Maine is not complete without Lobster rolls al fresco at their on-site dining deck. With hybrid luxury camping of the likes of Under Canvas, sleeping under the stars rivals the experience of any five-star hotel.