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10 camping spots to take your wilderness adventures to the next level
From Africa’s second-tallest peak to Vietnam’s Ho Chi Minh Trail, get to know the world's wilderness with camping trips to some destinations featured in a new Red Bull TV series hosted by Rob Warner.
Rob Warner’s Wild Ridesis a new TV series that takes experienced athletes and immerses them into different cultures, delicacies and pushes them beyond their comfort zone. Check out some of the places featured in the show below and get inspired to discover some of the world's wildest camping destinations.
1. Mustang Region, Nepal
This is big mountain country
© Bartek Woliński
With towering peaks and rich Buddhist culture at every turn, the Upper Mustang district of Nepal is the perfect destination for people who are looking for adventure and history wrapped in one. The Annapurna Conservation Area, which stretches through the Upper Mustang and the surrounding areas, is home to centuries-old trodden paths.
Mid ride pit-stop to take in the views and the wildlife
© Bartek Woliński
Monasteries and high-altitude villages allow a deeper look into Nepalese culture. Keep in mind, both Upper Mustang and the Annapurna Conservation Area require permits for overnight stays.
Mustang's local religious men like to share their wisdom with visitors
© Bartek Woliński
- Get a closer look at Nepal in Rob Warner's Wild Rides, a new mountain biking lifestyle show now available on Red Bull TV.
24 min
Nepal
Rob Warner and downhill pro Olly Wilkins ride around the world's tallest mountain range.
2. Salento, Colombia
Evergreen rainforests, rolling mountains and coffee estates mark the scene surrounding the Andean town of Salento. Discover snow-capped peaks and tough downhill mountain bike descents within neighbouring Los Nevados National Natural Park, where wild camping, hiking and mountain biking are treasured pastimes of both visitors and locals.
Camping with a view in Salento
© Gaston Francisco
3. San Juan National Forest, Colorado
Tucked into the southwest corner of Colorado, the San Juan National Forest is notorious for advanced backcountry skiing, Colorado Trail access and never ending vistas of snow-capped mountains that reach above 13,000 feet (3,962m).
In the San Juan mountains
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Come summer, the high country becomes a haven for adventure-seeking hikers and mountain bikers looking for the next thrill and epic high-altitude camping spots. Access to the San Juan National Forest and Colorado Trail can be found near Silverton, Colorado.
4. Queenstown, New Zealand
The natural beauty surrounding Queenstown, New Zealand allows adventurers of all types to get out of the city and explore in abundance.
Lush and green New Zealand
© Miles Holden
With Queenstown's Skyline Mountain Bike Park just a gondola lift away and peaks such as Bowen and Ben Lomond in sight, it’s no wonder the South Island city has become a port of call for adventure-seeking tourists from around the world. Hike or bike through the mountains to set up camp at Moke Lake, where lush greenery and crystal waters meet.
- Get a closer look at New Zealand in Rob Warner's Wild Rides, a new mountain biking lifestyle show now available on Red Bull TV.
24 min
New Zealand
Rob Warner and slopestyle genius Matt Jones make their way through New Zealand’s South Island trails.
5. Chamonix, France
Chamonix, France has been a mecca for outdoor sports for decades, with quick access to the French Alps for both summer and winter adventures.
A run in Chamonix can take you to this
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The Mont-Blanc massif is home to hiking, mountain biking and climbing through steep peaks and dense granite. The Tour du Mont-Blanc is a local favourite trail for hiking through rugged backcountry, where backpackers have the option to choose between wilderness camping and scenic chalets.
6. Quilindaña, Ecuador
Often referred to as the Matterhorn of the Andes, the extinct Quilindaña sits within the active Cotopaxi Volcano region of Ecuador.
The horse is the travel option of choice in Quilindaña
© Marcelo Maragni/Red Bull Content Pool
Its distinct rock tower formation beckons to climbers from around the world seeking thrill and adventure unique to the Andes. Discover the region through backcountry exploration on the Quilotoa Loop, where wild camping if permitted.
Volcanic landscapes for miles
© Marcelo Maragni/Red Bull Content Pool
- Get a closer look at Ecuador in Rob Warner's Wild Rides, a new mountain biking lifestyle show now available on Red Bull TV.
7. Ho Chi Minh Trail, Vietnam
Exploring Vietnam via the Ho Chi Minh Trail allows visitors a new way to experience the history and geography of one of the world’s most stunning countries. Mountain and motor bikers are able to see the interior of Vietnam, shying away from touristy destinations such as Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City.
Camping out in the wild on the Ho Chi Minh Trail
© Josh Letchworth/Red Bull Content Pool
Travel through jungle and lush rice paddies, while taking in the deep, complicated history the trail was birthed from. Wilderness camping can be found along the route.
8. Semonkong, Lesotho
Explore deep gorges and the overwhelming site of Maletsunyane Falls in the Semonkong region of Lesotho, where the remote high desert landscape feels otherworldly.
The impressive Maletsunyane Falls
© Tyrone Bradley
Thaba Putsoa, the highest mountain in the area, calls to climbers and mountain bikers who crave an authentic wilderness experience. Dispersed camping is allowed throughout Lesotho, including the Semonkong area.
All kinds of horsepower on show in Semonkong
© Tyrone Bradley
- Get a closer look at Ecuador in Rob Warner's Wild Rides, a new mountain biking lifestyle show now available on Red Bull TV.
24 min
Lesotho
Mountain bikers Rob Warner and Matt Jones, head to Lesotho to experience a very different kind of racing.
9. Moab, Utah
One of the world’s most notorious mountain bike destinations, Moab, Utah has more than just slickrock and sketchy descents. Weave your way through hundreds of miles of public land surrounding the desert town to find a slice of privacy –and paradise– shaded under the iconic red sandstone cliffs.
Easy to get lost in Canyonlands National Park
© Michael Clark
The Indian Creek area, close to the Needles District of Canyonlands National Park, is the perfect respite for rock climbers and mountain bikers alike.
10. Mount Kenya, Kenya
Craggy, steep and dotted with high desert shrubbery, Mount Kenya is the second tallest peak in Africa (second only to Kilimanjaro) and rises to 17,057 feet (5,200m).
Rugged mountain peaks and tonnes of trails
© Craig Kolesky
Trails wind around the stunningly abrasive mountain, with 360 degree views of Kenya’s plains surrounding the impressive geology.
In the wilderness
© Craig Kolesky
Backpackers can choose from several unique routes to ascend Mount Kenya, where over a dozen campsites and cottages are available.
- Get a closer look at Kenya in Rob Warner's Wild Rides, a new mountain biking lifestyle show now available on Red Bull TV.
24 min
Kenya
Former World Cup racer Rob Warner heads to Kenya with freeride pro Matt Jones to ride Mount Kenya.
