It is time for the annual Readers' Choice Awards voting round! The top nominees in each category have been decided and now go on to the final voting round February 22 - March 21, 2012. The winners will be announced on March 30, 2012.
If you are passionate about camping, vote for your favorites, and don't forget to tell your friends and social networks!
Readers Choice Awards - Finalists
To vote for your favorites in camping, continue reading below and click on the category link, which will take you to the official voting poll. You can vote once per category per day.
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Favorite US State for Camping
Do you have a favorite US State for camping? Put it on the map for top camping destinations. Which state is your favorite for camping?
The Finalists:
- Colorado
- Missouri
- Montana
- New Mexico
- New York
Learn more about the finalists: Top 5 US States for Camping.
Vote now for your favorite US State for camping.
Favorite US National Park for Camping
National Parks Guide Lauren Himiak named the Top 5 US National Parks, but this award is up to you. There are 58 US National Parks and each are uniquely beautiful. Which park is your favorite for camping?
The Finalists:
Learn more about the finalists: click on the park name above to learn more about each national park.
Vote now for your favorite US National Park for a 2012 Reader's Choice Award.
Favorite Camping Activity and Outdoor Recreation
Americans voted camping their third favorite outdoor activity, but what else do you love to do when camping? What is your favorite outdoor recreation while camping?
The Finalists:
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Kayaking
- Relaxing around camp
- Swimming
Vote now for your favorite outdoors activity for a 2012 Readers' Choice Award.
Best Camping Tent Manufacturer
There are so many great camping tents on the market today. Most of us are seeking a durable camping tent that will be comfortable for our specific camping style. About Camping has reviewed tents, but we want to hear from you! Which is your favorite tent manufacturer?
The Finalists:
Learn more about the finalists: click on the tent manufacturer's name above to read the tent reviews on About Camping.
Vote now for the best tent manufacturer.
Favorite Campground Cooking Method
Food usually tastes better when cooked outside under the stars and everyone has a favorite way to cook at the campground. What's yours? Learn more about dutch oven cooking, campfire-grilling and campground cooking?
The Finalists:
- Camp Stove Cooking
- Grilling on a Campfire
- Dutch Oven Cooking
Vote now for your favorite way to campground cook.
Best Camping and Outdoor Retailer
Do you shop for camping gear online or in a retail store? About Camping declared the top online stores for outdoor gear, but we want to know which are your favorites. Is there a store that continually has great customer service with knowledgeable staff? Do you find the best deals and selection of camping gear at a particular store or online? Which outdoor retailer is your favorite for camping supplies?
The Finalists:
Learn more about the finalists: click on the retailer's name above to visit their website.
Vote now for your favorite camping and outdoors retailer.
