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National park visits across the U.S. hit a record high in 2024—but for those seeking breathtaking nature without the crowds or steep accommodation costs, there’s still plenty of room to roam off the beaten track.
To help travelers find first-class, lesser-searched spots which boast budget-friendly places to stay, HomeToGo has put together a guide to the U.S.'s top affordable hidden gem national parks, revealing where to soak up spectacular scenery without the stress or the spend. This data-driven report uses exclusive search trend and vacation cabin price data, alongside official national park visitor statistics, to unearth incredible landscapes that fly under the radar—where you can take in the views instead of tourist queues, all while keeping your accommodation budget firmly in check. From Alaska’s Kenai Fjords to Congaree in South Carolina, solitude and scenery come together in these national parks, with savings on vacation home stays helping travelers to spend bigger on activities and experiences.
Discover the full ranking with the list, map, and destination descriptions below, and start planning a nature escape that’s big on beauty, lower on cabin cost, and blissfully crowd-free.
Ranked: The Top 20 Affordable Hidden Gem National Parks for Vacations in 2025
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Rank
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National Park
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State
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Search Score
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2024 Visitors Score
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Price Score
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Cost*
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Total Score
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| #1 | Kenai Fjords National Park | Alaska | 10.0 | 9.6 | 9.8 | $59 | 29.4 |
| #2 | Congaree National Park | South Carolina | 9.4 | 9.8 | 9.6 | $62 | 28.8 |
| #3 | Saguaro National Park | Arizona | 9.6 | 9.1 | 10.0 | $53 | 28.7 |
| #4 | Crater Lake National Park | Oregon | 9.8 | 9.5 | 9.2 | $75 | 28.5 |
| #5 | Voyageurs National Park | Minnesota | 8.7 | 9.8 | 9.9 | $56 | 28.4 |
| #6 | Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve | Colorado | 7.9 | 9.6 | 9.9 | $56 | 27.4 |
| #7 | Mesa Verde National Park | Colorado | 9.1 | 9.5 | 8.0 | $112 | 26.6 |
| #8 | Arches National Park | Utah | 8.7 | 8.5 | 9.2 | $77 | 26.4 |
| #9 | Lassen Volcanic National Park | California | 8.8 | 9.7 | 7.7 | $120 | 26.2 |
| =#10 | Capitol Reef National Park | Utah | 8.3 | 8.6 | 9.2 | $76 | 26.1 |
| =#10 | Badlands National Park | South Dakota | 8.2 | 8.9 | 9.0 | $81 | 26.1 |
| #12 | Theodore Roosevelt National Park | North Dakota | 9.3 | 9.3 | 6.7 | $150 | 25.3 |
| #13 | Sequoia National Park | California | 6.7 | 8.7 | 8.3 | $104 | 23.7 |
| #14 | Shenandoah National Park | Virginia | 5.9 | 8.3 | 8.7 | $91 | 22.9 |
| #15 | North Cascades National Park | Washington | 7.6 | 10.0 | 5.0 | $201 | 22.6 |
| #16 | Zion National Park | Utah | 6.3 | 5.0 | 9.4 | $70 | 20.7 |
| #17 | Grand Teton National Park | Wyoming | 7.0 | 6.3 | 6.6 | $152 | 19.9 |
| #18 | Glacier National Park | Montana | 5.0 | 6.8 | 7.2 | $135 | 19.0 |
| #19 | Acadia National Park | Maine | 5.3 | 6.0 | 7.5 | $128 | 18.8 |
| #20 | Yellowstone National Park | Wyoming | 5.5 | 5.2 | 6.9 | $145 | 17.6 |
*Median price per night per person for a vacation rental stay in the area.
Mapped: 2025's Affordable Hidden Gem National Parks
Learn More About The Top 5 Affordable Hidden Gem National Parks for Trips in 2025
1. Kenai Fjords National Park, Alaska
This Alaskan park delivers soaring glaciers, coastal fjords, and some of the most stunning icefield views in the state. The Exit Glacier area offers hiking routes with sweeping overlooks, while boat tours reveal tidewater glaciers and marine wildlife such as sea otters, puffins, and whales. It’s remote, but not unreachable—ideal for travelers after seriously rugged beauty without the crowds, or the high accommodation price tags of more famous northern spots.
Median nightly price per person for a vacation cabin: $59
2. Congaree National Park, South Carolina
Towering hardwoods and bald cypresses rise above quiet waters in Congaree, home to myriad champion trees and protecting one of the last old-growth floodplain forests in the United States. A network of boardwalks, plus canoe and kayak trails, make it easy to respectfully explore the enchanting ecosystem—rich with birds and fireflies in summer—without needing to go off-grid. It's a peaceful, off-radar park that rewards slow travel and close observation.
Median nightly price per person for a vacation cabin: $62
3. Saguaro National Park, Arizona
On the edge of Tucson, Saguaro National Park showcases the Sonoran Desert in all its spiny, sunlit glory. Scenic drives and short trails wind by dense stands of giant cacti, with panoramic views over arid valleys and rugged mountains. In certain months, the desert blooms and the trails come alive with color. A visit to this impressive national park is an easy add-on to a Southwest road trip and a rare look at a uniquely American landscape.
Median nightly price per person for a vacation cabin: $53
4. Crater Lake National Park, Oregon
Built around the deepest lake in the United States, this national park is a study in volcanic drama and vivid color. The lake's water is famously blue—fed only by rain and snow—surrounded by pines and rugged slopes, and dotted with volcanic islands. Rim Drive circles the lake with stops at trailheads like Watchman Peak and scenic points overlooking Wizard Island. In winter, parts of the rim transform into quiet routes for snowshoeing and cross-country skiing.
Median nightly price per person for a vacation cabin: $75
5. Voyageurs National Park, Minnesota
A water-based park by the Canadian border, Voyageurs is a maze of lakes, forested peninsulas, and hundreds of islands. Kayaking, canoeing, and boat tours are the best way to move through the landscape, with opportunities to spot loons, eagles, otters, and even the northern lights on clear nights. Unlike more crowded inland parks, it’s quiet, spacious, and surprisingly easy to access from nearby towns.
Median nightly price per person for a vacation cabin: $56
Methodology
Search and price insights are based on observed searches carried out via hometogo.com between January 1, 2025 - March 15, 2025, with a check-in date between April 1, 2025 - September 21, 2025.
A list of U.S. National Parks for which reliable vacation rental price data during the set date parameters was available was compiled. To rank these destinations, three data points were researched: the median nightly cost of a vacation rental in the area per person, the number of visitors to each national park in 2024, and the search volume for each national park via HomeToGo. After obtaining the raw data, each data point was assigned a representative numerical value between 5 and 10, with 5 representing the lowest data point and 10 representing the highest data point. The hypothetical "perfect score" would be 30 out of 30. The following equation was used in order to calculate this for each factor:
Score(i) = 5 · (x(i) - xmin ) / (xmax - xmin ) + 5
Search Score: Exclusive internal HomeToGo demand data was used to find the search volume for stays with a check-in date between April 1, 2025 - September 21, 2025 for each destination. The location with the lowest search volume was awarded a maximum score of 10, and the remaining locations were awarded a score of 5 or higher.
2024 Visitors Score: Data from the NPS IRMA Portal was used to identify the number of visitors to each national park in 2024. The national park with the lowest number of visitors in 2024 was awarded a maximum score of 10, and the remaining locations were awarded a score of 5 or higher.
Price Score: Exclusive internal HomeToGo price data was used to find the median cost per night per person for vacation accommodations in the area around each destination between April 1, 2025 - September 21, 2025. The location with the lowest median nightly price for vacation accommodations was awarded a maximum score of 10, and the remaining locations were awarded a score of 5 or higher. Data was collected in March 2025. Prices are subject to change.
Information about Cabins in the USA
| 🏡 Cabins available | 207,103 rentals |
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| 💳 Possible discounts | up to 62% |
| 🌙 Nightly prices starting at | $82 |
| ⭐ Popular amenities | Balcony/Patio, Wheelchair accessible and Fishing |
| 🐾 Pet friendly homes | 46,032 homes |
| 🏊 Cabins with pools | 25,859 homes |
Cabins in the USA: frequently asked questions
Cabins in the USA: What is the nightly cost of a stay?
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How much does renting a cabin in the USA typically cost?
The typical cost for a cabin rental in the USA is $362.
Can you find dog-friendly cabins in the USA?
Yes! More than 32% of cabins in the USA allow guests with dogs.
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You can choose from 207,103 cabins to book in the USA with prices from $82 per night.
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