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Camping is a popular choice for families and young people looking to relax on weekends or holidays. These trips are simple, affordable, and easily accessible, offering friends and family the chance to enjoy nature and explore the outdoors.
Here are four campsites located within a 60km radius of the capital.
Thien Son Suoi Nga Eco-tourism Area
Thien Son Suoi Nga eco-tourism area is located 60 km west of Hanoi, in Van Hoa commune, Ba Vi district, Hanoi. The natural scenery here is pristine, spacious, and the air is fresh, making it ideal for those who want to escape the crowds and hustle and bustle.
Thien Son Suoi Nga is blessed by nature with fresh, cool air and incredibly majestic scenery.
This place has all the elements of an ecological zone, complete with streams, waterfalls, lakes, forests, recreational areas, and accommodation. Located in the valley of the Ba Vi mountain range, surrounded by natural and planted forests interspersed with waterfalls, streams, and lakes, it enjoys a cool climate year-round, especially in the summer.
Thien Son Suoi Nga is ideal for weekend getaways and recreational activities. The resort comprises three main areas: Ha Son at the foot of the mountain, featuring a three-tiered stream, stilt houses for relaxation, and Ha Son Lake; Trung Son halfway up the mountain, with a waterfall, dining area, swimming pool, and resort villas; and Ngoa Son at the summit, the starting point of the Cong Troi waterfall.
Visitors can bring their own food and prepare camping equipment before arriving. However, if you can't prepare your own food, there are restaurants here serving local dishes such as free-range chicken, wild boar, and bamboo-cooked rice. At night, the campfire activities further enhance the beauty and charm of Thien Son Suoi Nga, leaving an unforgettable impression on visitors.
Dong Do Lake
Located approximately 40 km from the center of Hanoi, Dong Do Lake is situated in Minh Tri commune, Soc Son district. The cost of renting a camping spot here is 25,000 VND per person for a day trip and 50,000 VND per person for an overnight stay, including cleaning fees, electricity, water, and restroom facilities.
When visiting, tourists should bring a light jacket in case it gets cold when the evening dew falls.
At Dong Do Lake eco-tourism area, in addition to immersing themselves in the natural scenery, camping and BBQ parties are also popular outdoor activities among visitors.
Visitors often bring tents and food to cook themselves, enjoying meals while admiring the tranquil lake scenery. Besides camping, kayaking or paddleboarding are also options for those who enjoy outdoor activities. While on a paddleboard or kayak, you can paddle yourself to explore Dong Do Lake and breathe in the fresh air.
In addition, visitors can also participate in other activities such as bonfires, cycling, mountain climbing, wading through streams, swimming, fishing, etc.
Tram Mountain
Tram Mountain is located in Phung Chau commune, Chuong My district, not far from the center of Hanoi, only 30 km away.
Tram Mountain isn't very high, but it boasts beautiful scenery with its large, vividly shaped rocks. It's a beautiful spot, perfect for daytime picnics or overnight camping. If you stay overnight, you'll be immersed in the magical beauty of the sunset or admire the pristine white mist at sunrise.
Visitors to Tram Mountain will be given back their freedom as it is not under the management of anyone.
You can freely cook and prepare your favorite local dishes, perfect for outdoor activities, here. Since this is a self-catering campsite, you need to prepare all the necessary supplies before you come.
Visiting Tram Mountain not only allows you to camp and relax, but also to take stunning photos that look just like you're in the Dong Van Stone Plateau in Ha Giang or Moc Chau...
Ham Lon Mountain, Soc Son
Ham Lon Mountain, located 40 km from Hanoi, is part of the Doc Ton mountain range in Soc Son district, Hanoi. It is the highest peak in the Doc Ton range, which connects to the Tam Dao range in Vinh Phuc province. Situated within the protected forest area of Soc Son district, the scenery here is quite pristine, with a cool climate and fresh, airy atmosphere. Therefore, many tourists, especially young people, choose Ham Lon Mountain as a weekend getaway and picnic destination.
The scenery of Ham Lon Mountain is quite pristine.
Camping at Ham Lon Mountain allows you to immerse yourself in the coolness of nature, freely cook, sing, and dance as you please, all to achieve a refreshed spirit.
If you plan to spend the night at Ham Lon Mountain, you should definitely prepare warm clothing and a flashlight. Additionally, fishing is a great activity here, allowing you to immerse yourself in nature and breathe in the fresh air.
