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Southern Utah is home to the Escalante River, the Virgin River and Paria Canyon. All of these places allow hiking along the waterways and some permit overnight camping and backpacking.
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Ice fishing at Lake George can be a great cabin-fever reliever in the wintertime. Each winter, the freezing temperatures of upstate New York transform this summer retreat into an ice-fishing haven. Lake George has two distinct basins: north and ...
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Though much of Indiana is covered with plains and prairies, rolling hills hiding waterfalls and caves can be found. Lake Michigan peeks into the northern corner, accompanied by nearby lakes and rivers. Camping is a popular summer activity, thoug...
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The Eastern Shore runs between Chesapeake Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. Campers in search of pull-thru, cabin and river sites will find options along the Eastern Shore. Depending on your interests, choose from a variety of trails, boating, fishing ...
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The Sierra Nevada Mountains run north to south in California, and produce great fall colors, which makes for great hiking and scenic drives. The eastern side is considered far superior to the west for fall foliage.
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Northern Georgia is at the south end of the Appalachian Mountains, and is at the beginning, or end, of the Appalachian Trail. These areas are heavily forested with hardwoods and provide outstanding fall colors along the many trails in the mountains.
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Amelia Island is a picturesque section of northeastern Florida just north of jacksonville is surrounded by natural wooded areas, wetlands and beaches. It offers fishing year round in the rivers, ocean and lakes surrounding it.
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North Carolina state parks feature varying terrains as well as diverse land and water structures. Hikers can view diverse plant and animal life along the way, including red fox and coyote in Carolina Beach State Park. Challenge yourself with a su...
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The Tennessee River cuts through about 150 miles of northern Alabama through rural forested areas. The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) has created four large lakes along the river as part of its flood control and energy production activities. Th...
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Cushing, Minnesota is an unincorporated area near Fish Trap Lake, and there are many more lakes in the immediate area. This northern Minnesota area is 115 miles northwest of Minneapolis and an outdoors enthusiast's paradise. There are literally t...
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St. Peter is a small town on the Minnesota River about 100 miles southwest of Minneapolis. The setting provides a great place for outdoor adventure. Within the town of 10,000, there are hiking and biking trails, campgrounds, swimming areas and a...
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Smithville is on the Highland Rim of Tennessee, which means there are thick forests and bluffs that create many waterfalls on the pure streams that flow through the area's hills. Center Hill Lake is a clear-water lake in the area near Smithville....
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Visit Austin for a camping adventure filled with recreational activities. Numerous campgrounds offer amenities and activities such as hiking and fishing right in camp. Attractions in the area include Barton Springs Pool, Pace Bend Park and Volent...
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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 outdoor recrea...
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Visit Northern Indiana and stay in a campground to enjoy the outdoors. Campgrounds in the area provide numerous amenities and facilities including swimming pools, fishing ponds and mini golf. During your stay, stop by the 80-acre Amish Acres Hist...
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Bend has a diverse set of activities to choose from during your visit to Oregon. You can see the area from the road, trail, water or even the air. Cap off your day in downtown Bend, where there's plenty of food and music, and then head to your ca...
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The Green River cuts and winds its way through red rock canyons with eroded rock formations through much of southeastern Utah. The river's headwaters are in Wyoming, with the river flowing through parts of Colorado on its way down to Utah.
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The Michigan State Fairgrounds are in the town of Escanaba, in the Upper Peninsula of the state. The region is chock-full of outdoor sporting opportunities, including canoeing, kayaking, fishing, camping, backpacking, hiking and road and mountain...
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The country around Green River, Utah, is some of the most open, primitive land in the entire United States. The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) offers camping in some of the area's least developed lands, including the San Rafael Swell. Camping op...
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Mission is part of what is referred to as the "Texas Riviera." Mission is in the far southern portion of the state near Corpus Christi and the Mexico border. The region attracts bird and butterfly watchers, as both are plentiful in the area. Bird...
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Shamong Township is a small town surrounded on three sides by Wharton State Forest. The township is in central New Jersey and is largely rural, with several lakes and state parks or forests in the area. An interesting aspect is that the forests h...
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Just north of Jacksonville and a short drive from the beach, Yulee, Florida, is a nice stopping spot on your vacation travels. Shopping and other entertainment are in the area including the boardwalk in Jacksonville along the river. Several campg...
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Etoile, Texas is amidst the Angelina National Forest in the western end of Texas. The Forest's main attraction is the Rayburn Reservoir, a 142,700 reservoir hailed as premier largemouth bass fishing waters. The reservoir is also the focus of outd...
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Bessemer is in the heart of Michigan's Ottawa National Forest. Both the National Forest Service and state Department of Natural Resources operate campgrounds in the area. Nearby attractions include two state parks, Lake Superior, Lake Gogebic and...
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Fort Custer Recreation Area is located between Battle Creek and Kalamazoo and has three lakes, a river, abundant forests and prairie lands in its 3,000 acres. The Kalamazoo River has camping areas and offers fishing throughout the year. There are...
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Carmel is a beach vacation destination in California's central coast. Visitors can enjoy swimming and lounging by the shore. The area is picturesque with its rugged coastline and sandy beaches. Rocky beaches are also in Carmel where campers can v...
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Situated on the border between northern Florida and Georgia, Jennings is surrounded by small lakes, a river, conservation areas and state parks. Vacationers traveling to Jennings have a wide array of campgrounds to choose from that accommodate bo...
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The town of High Springs is located in the northwestern section of Florida. Recreational activities abound in the area. Everything from tubing, canoeing, kayaking, hiking, biking, swimming, and diving to enjoying Florida's wildlife is a short dis...
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Tyler, Texas, is a popular destination for hikers, bikers, kayakers and many other outdoor enthusiasts. Wildlife refuges, pine forests and hilly terrain make the area an excellent place to set up camp and enjoy the natural surroundings between da...
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Shamineau Lake, Minnesota, is known for its walleye fishing, canoeing, and hiking trails, and in winter, for ice fishing, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing. In addition to the bass, walleye, crappie and perch fishing in the lake, the region h...
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Alamo Lake is in a remote area in the desert of western Arizona. It is on a dirt road, 25 miles to the nearest paved road and more than 50 miles to the nearest town, which is Lake Havasu City. It's remoteness is the main draw, as well as the lake...
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Longview is more than a typical east Texas piney woods small town. A diverse number of trees that include oak, maple and cedar announce springtime, shade the long hot summer days, and in autumn their foliage lights the rolling hills of Longview's...
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Lake Worth, Florida, is in Palm Beach County in the southeastern section of the state, and along the Atlantic coast. Lake Worth enjoys access to miles of white sand beaches where you have surfing, swimming, Scuba, snorkeling, sailing and sea kaya...
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Wrightwood, California is located on the western edge of the Angeles National Forest. The small town is near national forest campgrounds, each providing different advantages and views of the surrounding forest and desert environments. Staying at ...
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Bear Lake is east of Logan, Utah, near the Cache National Forest. The lake is known for fishing, swimming, canoeing, kayaking and hiking trails. Bear Lake has several campgrounds and parks accommodating RV travelers. If you need to rent an RV for...
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Lake Wales is located in the center of Florida and is surrounded by the 554 lakes in Polk County. Local anglers call this area "the bass fishing capital of the world," and they may be right, with all the lakes in the area. Campgrounds of all type...
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Established in 1841, the historic town of Marshall, Texas offers many points of interests and attractions, but for the KOA Campground and RV Park regular, you'll have to make a substantial drive to visit the area from your base camp. The closest ...
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Springerville lies just northeast of Phoenix, Arizona. Surrounded by the Apache-Sitegreaves National Forests, Springerville is the hub that provides access to 36 nearby campgrounds that are spread throughout the forest. Because the city and outly...
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Stephens State Park is two miles to the east of Hackettstown, New Jersey. The Musconetcong River flows through the park, which is a venue for a variety of outdoor activities, including picnicking.
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Arkansas is riddled with diverse landscapes; the Ozark Plateau to the north, Arkansas River Valley and Ouachita Mountains in central Arkansas, and the West Gulf Coastal Plains in the south. Travelers can find RV resorts to stay at while traversin...
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The unincorporated town of Overgaard, Arizona, and its joined sister community, Heber, are located in Arizona's high country in a cool setting that's ideal for a summer camping expeditions. Many visitors take advantage of the surrounding mountain...
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Lake Winnibigoshish, or Lake Winnie as the locals call it is, located in north central Minnesota in the Chippewa National Forest. The lake is Minnesota's fifth largest lake at 67,000 acres and has quality fishing for walleye, northern pike and mu...
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Carmel, also known as Carmel-by-the-Sea, is situated on the southern edge of the Monterey Peninsula and extends farther inland into Carmel Valley. Surrounded by beaches, rivers, mountains and valleys, Carmel provides entertainment for every outdo...
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The Guadalupe River is an 87-mile, spring-fed river in Texas that offers everything from calm waters for tubers to Class III rapids and waterfalls. The Upper Guadalupe River from Comfort to Bergheim is 42 miles long and is generally the best for ...
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Both La Jolla and La Jolla Shores are areas popular with kayakers, snorkelers and divers in California. Paddlers like to visit both the San Diego-La Jolla Underwater Park Ecological Reserve to observe marine life and the calm waters of La Jolla C...
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Jekyll Island, Georgia, is one of the "Golden Isles," along with Brunswick and St. Simons. The three are resort islands abounding in tourist activities and beaches. Most of Jekyll Island is a state park with one large campground. There are miles ...
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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 as well as t...
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Cushing, Minnesota, is a small town in Morrison County that serves as a gateway to vacations and adventure in the lake country and northern part of the state. Cushing is in the middle of the state, with the Mississippi River running nearby; thous...
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Camping beside a tranquil river, shaded by pecan and cypress trees on a scorching hot summer day in Texas is an inviting proposition. Plenty of rivers come with places to camp alongside them---many within a short drive of major metropolitan areas...
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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 a...
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Etoile, Texas is positioned just north of Lake Sam Rayburn, a hot spot for outdoor enthusiasts. Anglers can test their skill against the many varieties of fish in the lake that include largemouth bass, catfish, crappie and sunfish. Angelina State...
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Bessemer, Michigan, is situated just below Lake Superior and the Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park. The township is surrounded by many small lakes, each with their own respective campgrounds. The landscape is marked with hiking and cyclin...
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Fairfax, Minnesota, is in the midst of the Minnesota River Scenic Valley Biway that goes for more than 200 miles through Minnesota along the river with granite outcrops and majestic scenery. Redwood Falls and Granite Falls are two major waterfall...
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New Boston, Texas is a small town on the edge of the U.S. Army Red River Depot, and 15 miles from Texarkana. The town is close to the Red River--a few miles north--and the Wright Patman Lake. The lake is a popular fishing spot in east Texas with ...
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Springville, Utah is on Interstate 15 just below Provo and between Utah Lake and the Uinta National Forest. Water activities abound on the lake and there are many outdoor activities in the national forest. Trails go through the mountains of the n...
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The Great Smoky Mountains are best known as the home of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, which is the most visited national park in the United States with more than nine million visitors annually. The region is ideal for outdoor enthusias...
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Waseca, Minnesota is situated in the southern end of the state and about 75 miles south of Minneapolis. Around town you will find several lakes such as Clear Lake and Goose Lake as well as parks. While traveling through the area, you will find se...
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There are several cruises to the Hawaiian Islands each year, but only a couple that actually depart from the cruise port at San Francisco, California. All San Francisco to Hawaii cruises can be booked through P and O Cruises, a Carnival subsidiar...
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Pepperwood is a small community in the northwest of the state, about 30 miles from the Pacific Coast. Whether you travel the short drive to the coast or head east into Shasta-Trinity National Forest, there are plenty of options for hiking, fishin...
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Salem, New Jersey, is in the southwest corner of the state along the Delaware River. Boating and fishing opportunities exist, as do options for bird watching during the summer. The region has several lakes and beaches along lakes and creeks for s...
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Perry is a city in Shiawassee County in Michigan. Located just about 22 miles northeast of Lansing and 32 miles southwest of Flint, Perry is near many recreational areas where visitors can enjoy a wide array of outdoor activities including hiking...
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Watermelons and boiled peanuts can still be bought from roadside stands along U.S. 301 in central Florida. Hawthorne is among the towns that break the seemingly continuous wilderness that extends beyond the shoulders of the highway. Campers stopp...
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As summer progresses, travelers of all ages leave home to escape the rigors of modern life and find a place in the world that runs at a different pace. Some may prefer a stroll around a scenic lake in the Alps, while more adventurous souls may op...
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Bass Lake is a great jumping off point for exploring Yosemite, fishing the local rivers or just staying put and having a blast on Bass Lake itself. There are many options for camping, but those recreationalists looking for a privately owned campg...
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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 coast of Florida.
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King County has Seattle, Washington, within its borders, and it has a lot more than that going for it. The county takes in a large part of the northwest peninsula of the state, featuring rocky coastlines, mountains, waterfalls and many other natu...
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Known as the land of 10,000 lakes, Minnesota has an abundance of lakeside campgrounds. Although Cushing, a small, unincorporated community in Minnesota, doesn't host any campgrounds itself, there are many that lie along nearby Fish Trap Lake and...
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Preston and Lanesboro, Minnesota, are two neighboring cities located in the southeastern part of the state. The Preston-Lanesboro area is in bluff country located amid the Root River Valley. This scenic location also offers outdoor enthusiasts ea...
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Montell, Texas, is a small, nearly uninhabited ghost town about 100 miles west of San Antonio, near the Texas Hill Country. The Frio River flows through the region, making for prime opportunities to fish, swim, canoe or kayak, inner tube and bird...
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In the 49th state there are 95 state park areas, which include not only state parks but also recreation areas and sites, campgrounds, memorials and historical parks. These parks are located as far north as Fairbanks and as far southeast as Ketchikan.
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The North American river otter, Lontra canadensis, is a member of the mustelid family, which also includes badgers, weasels, mink and the largest of the family, the wolverine. The river otter is found throughout most of the United States, except ...
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The Pocono Mountains offer visitors many attractions and lodging options. The area's rugged, mountainous terrain is suitable for many recreational activities, including hiking, mountain biking and skiing. The Poconos are home to many scenic small...
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Texas is not exactly the kind of place that comes to mind when pondering waterfalls; however, four state parks in Texas have at least one waterfall that is accessible by visitors. All of the parks offer swimming, camping, interpretive programs an...
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Nicknamed Texas' Rising Star, the city of Frisco lies just north of Dallas. Although the city does not provide any camping accommodations, nearby Lewisville Lake offers many options for travelers who are looking for campgrounds. Many small towns ...
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While almost every state park within Georgia's state park system has at least one nature walk or hiking trail, some of the parks within the state's have a network of trails including challenging day trails and even longer, more demanding paths. S...
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Amelia Island, Florida, is in the northeast corner of the state, off the coast of Georgia and Florida. The island has miles of sugar-white sandy beaches, prime for camping and water sports. You can surf, scuba dive, snorkel, beachcomb, sea kayak ...
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Cape Cod is a popular tourist destination because of its long sandy beaches and many one-of-a-kind seaside towns. Visitors to the western Cape will find several campground choices, including some that have above-average amenities and provide conv...
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Minnesota is a four-season recreational destination with many camping opportunities. Many campgrounds and RV parks offer seasonal campsites from May to September with the convenience of not having to transport your RV to and from your home. They ...
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Florida has state parks that include campgrounds and rivers as well as swamps and forests. You can enjoy myriad activities such as tubing down the river, boating and snorkeling. Fishing is also available for freshwater and saltwater game fish.
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The Great Smoky Mountains of North Carolina and Tennessee have often been called a naturalist's paradise. Part of the reason for this label is the many different species of trees that can be found growing in more than 5,000 vertical feet of long ...
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Kentucky is home to rolling hills, Bluegrass music, the Kentucky Derby and numerous small lakes and rivers. Fishing, horseback riding, road and mountain biking, canoeing, kayaking and hiking opportunities fill the state. Whitewater rafting along ...
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Washington County, Minnesota, in the east-central portion of the state, is dotted with many small lakes and pockets of boreal forest. Fishing, swimming, road and mountain biking and bird watching are all available in the county. If you are trav...
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North Carolina has a diverse landscape ranging from the mountains on the west to the sand dune shores of the Atlantic on the east coast. Campers will find a variety of camping resorts that offer many amenities and are close to the states attracti...
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Cascade River State Park is located in Lutsen, Minnesota. The park features cascading waterfalls, as the name suggests, and offers plenty of recreational activities. You can find diverse plant life, wildlife and other natural features, such as di...
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Imagine scuba diving in the middle of a desert with cacti surrounding the lake in which you are submerged. It is possible at New Mexico's Blue Hole, near the city of Santa Rosa and the Santa Rosa State Park. With several lakes and Blue Hole, the ...
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Coon Lake is an all-sports lake located 25 miles north of Minnesota's capital, Minneapolis. The lake has quality fishing for crappie, largemouth bass and northern pike. Although there are no campgrounds directly on the lake, there are several in ...
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Located in the southernmost region of Missouri, amid the Ozarks, Branson is a city full of excitement for the whole family. It is nicknamed "Live Music Show Capitol of the World" and you can choose from more than 50 live music theaters to visit. ...
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Texas may defy the perspective of many people unfamiliar with its topography and geography. This large state is more than just dust and tumbleweeds and offers a diversity of habitats that makes camping possible year-round in much of the state. Te...
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Canaan Valley Resort State Park, West Virginia, offers visitors a four-season destination for many recreation including hiking and wildlife viewing. Canaan Valley has a base elevation of 3,100 feet and is nestled on a plateau with scenic views of...
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Gulf State Park is in Gulf Shores city, right on the Alabama coastline. You can enjoy a wide array of recreation in the park and sunbathe after the day's adventures on 2 miles of white sand beaches.
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Northeast Georgia is marked by two stunning types of geography which provide excellent locations for state parks. The Blue Ridge Mountains sprawl from the corner of the state and run south into the Georgia Piedmont, a landscape of rolling hills i...
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The Dr. Julian G. Bruce St. George Island State Park in Gulf Beach Drive, Florida, provides visitors a myriad of water and land recreation activities. Anglers can fish from the bay while hikers can tread through pine forests and retreat to a camp...
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While it is famous as the home of the blues and as the largest city in Tennessee, Memphis also sits on the banks of the Mighty Mississippi and amid the natural splendor of west Tennessee. By camping around Memphis, a visitor can combine Graceland...
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Texas offers canoe enthusiasts plenty of water trails to explore with its 3,700 streams and 15 major rivers. You can enjoy the outdoors by camping and boating because many campgrounds in the state provide boat access and canoe rentals.
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Table Rock Lake was built by the Army Corps of Engineers, and has become a popular vacation spot for outdoor enthusiasts. It is also close to Branson, making it even more convenient. There are 23 campgrounds on the lake operated by the Corps of E...
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Southern Texas offers a variety of primitive camping that includes the rugged mountains of the Chisos Mountains in Big Bend National Park to the isolation of Matagorda Island. Most of the camping exists in national and state parks, featuring the ...
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Tyler County, Texas, is about 50 miles from the Gulf coast, in the piney woods area of east Texas, near Louisiana. The Angelina National Forest and the Sabine National Forest are both in the county, but spread to a much larger area.
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Branson is in Taney County, Missouri. A well-known destination for vacationers and campers, the area is ideally nestled in the picturesque Ozark Mountains. Branson features a wide array of live entertainment shows, scenic views and plenty of recr...
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San Diego is a popular vacation destination due to its year-around warm climate and long sandy beaches. RV campers will find several parks and resorts in the city and suburbs of San Diego that offer convenient access to the beaches and other attr...
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Indiana is home to one National Historical Park, one National Lakeshore and one National Memorial. Along with its neighbors Kentucky and Illinois, Indiana lays claim to a chunk of the legacy of Abraham Lincoln. Indiana's National Memorial is dedi...
