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Letchworth State Park Camping

This 14,350-acre park along New York state's Genessee River is a prime outdoor destination throughout the year. The park's 270 campsites offer some of the best value accommodations in the park. read more
Ocala, Florida State Park Camping

The Ocala National Forest's eastward extension has made the central Florida city of Ocala an expedition launch point for campers. Ocala's outdoor allure is further enhanced by three nearby state parks protecting the forests, prairies, springs and rivers of the region. The parks preserve the Florida recorded in the novels of Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings and provi… read more
Baxter State Park Camping

Baxter State Park in Maine is comprised of 209,501 acres of wilderness and forest area. The park was a gift from the state's former Gov. Percival P. Baxter. Four hiking trails are available: Katahdin Stream, Abol, Roaring Brook and Chimney Pond. The northern terminus of the Appalachian Trail is located in the park at Mt. Katahdin's peak of 5,267 feet. There… read more
Mahoney State Park Camping

Eugene T. Mahoney State Park is in Ashland, Nebraska. This 690-acre state park is on the banks of Platte River. It offers many recreational activities all year, including fishing, boating, hiking, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. The park has two campgrounds as well as cabin accommodations, with 149 campsites and 51 cabins. read more
State Camping Parks in Texas

From SCUBA diving and horseback riding to excellent fishing and hiking, Texas state parks reflect the natural environment and cultural diversity of the state itself. Camping in the state parks can be as comfortable as full-service RV campsites and cabins to camping on the beach and hiking to remote backcountry campsites. read more

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Custer State Park Camping Information

There are 71,000 acres within the boundaries of Custer State Park in South Dakota. Camping is one of the many activities that visitors enjoy. There are several campgrounds that can be utilized. read more
Patapsco State Park RV Camping

Patapsco Valley State Park surrounds 32 miles of Patapsco River in Maryland and contains 14,000 acres. It has five developed areas that are used for recreation activities by visitors to the park, and there is a campsite with RV-equippe… read more
Great Last-Minute Vacation Ideas

Last-minute vacations can be as much fun as ones planned in advance. The Internet provides excellent access for booking hotels or flights and finding detailed information about a locale. Every state's tourism and travel division found… read more
Colorado State Parks With RV Camping

Within the Colorado park system visitors to Coloroado's state park system can hike, backpack, canoe, kayak, river raft, fish, swim, ski, rock-climb and find bouldering problems. The Rocky Mountains, grass-lands, prairies, desert landsc… read more
Beach Camping in State Parks in California

California is home to Hollywood, movie stars, the Golden Gate Bridge and San Francisco. Beyond the city delights and celebrity bling, there are hundreds of miles of sandy beaches in California. There is surfing, snorkeling, scuba-divin… read more
Chief Logan State Park Camping

Chief Logan State Park covers 4,000 acres in West Virginia. It is the most visited state park in West Virginia. Visitors will find recreational opportunities that include biking, hiking and nature trails. In addition, the park has an o… read more
Southern Florida State Parks With Camping

Southern Florida's State Parks offer a variety of activities year round. Camping in these parks visitors can experience oceanfront, mossy forest, dunes and other settings during their stay. When traveling to southern Florida State Park… read more
Georgia State Parks With RV Camping

The Georgia State Park system was founded in 1931. All 63 parks managed by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources offer visitors an array of activities including hiking, biking, boating, fishing, bird-watching and wildlife viewin… read more
Florida State & City Camping Parks on the Gulf of Mexico

The Gulf Coast of Florida is full of parks where the outdoor enthusiast can camp and explore Mother Nature. Whether you are looking for a primitive and quiet experience or an exciting adventure, you will find something on the west coas… read more
RV Camping in Pennsylvania State Parks

Pennsylvania State Parks offer plenty of camping sites for outdoor enthusiasts. Numerous campgrounds accommodate tent sites, RV sites, cabin campers and even cottage units. Enjoy plenty of recreational activities amidst surroundings li… read more
List of Camping State Parks in Texas

When you head to Texas in search of a place to camp on property owned by the state, you may not see the simple descriptive name of "state park" in the name. Texas is home to state natural areas, historical parks and partnership parks a… read more
Carlsbad State Beach Camping: The Best Tent Sites

Carlsbad State Beach is north of San Diego and south of Orange County. The beach is well known for surf and ocean swells, attracting surfers nearly year round to the consistent waves. Scuba, snorkeling, swimming, kayaking and boogie bo… read more
Camping on Washington State BLM Land

The terrain of Washington State varies dramatically, from the forests of the Cascade Mountains to the dry sagebrush desert of Douglas Creek. Campers can stay in one of the established campgrounds or find solitude at a dispersed campsi… read more
How to RV Camp in Florida State Parks

RV camping in state parks is permitted throughout Florida. With over 160 state parks from which to choose, Florida offers RV sites from Pensacola to Key West. Pack your RV and head to a Florida state park to enjoy camping and other out… read more
Discount Camping at Mississippi State Parks

Getting discounts at state parks in Mississippi for camping eases the cost of camping for visitors who qualify for the senior or disabled discount in the state. The state parks in Mississippi offer boating, fishing, swimming and hiking… read more

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Backcountry Camping Tips

You've already tried car and RV camping. You've camped at commercial campsites that had a convenient restroom and water supply. Now, you want to explore the road less traveled. Backcountry camping, also known as primitive camping, is a wonderful way to explore the remote...
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Beach Camping Near Pismo Beach, California

Pismo State Beach, California, has many attractions and activities including camping, swimming, hiking and wildlife viewing. Birdwatching is one of the primary activities in the area. The park also has the largest over-wintering colony of monarch butterflies in the natio...
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Common Sense Hiking Tips

The first and most fundamental thing is never hike alone. There are too many situations, especially as an unexperienced hiker, where you may find yourself without anyone to help you. So the buddy system works and applies very much in hiking.
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