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"The two photos attached were taken in 2005 of our permanent campsite at Deer Trail Park to show how we can fix up our site to suite ourselves. We have been camped there for 32 years in the same site." ~ Mike Zgarrick
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Camping Destinations: Indiana
Running along the southern edge of Lake Michigan between Gary and Michigan City Indiana are 13 miles of sandy shoreline. This area is called the Indiana Dunes, and there are plenty of recreational opportunities available for visitors.There are campgrounds, beaches for fishing and swimming, trails for biking, hiking and horse back riding, and dunes for hang gliding.Read more
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Outdoor Events With Camping
Temecula Valley Balloon and Wine Festival - If you live in southern California, mark your calendars for June 6-8. This is the 25th anniversary of the Temecula Valley Balloon and Wine Festival. This year's event is expected to be bigger and better than ever. Temecula Valley has over 28 wineries that contribute to the wine tasting event, and 50 or more hot air balloons will dot the skies every day. Highlights include:
- Live entertainment featuring Kenny Loggins, Blake Shelton and John Waite
- Hot air balloon shows in the evenings: Balloon Glow.
- Balloons ascend every morning and rides are available daily.
- Tasting wines from Temecula Valley wineries.
- Kid's Faire program just for kids 14 and under.
- An arts and crafts fair, and an international food court.
(Logo © Temecula Valley Balloon and Wine Festival.)
Camping Destinations: Georgia
Cumberland Island National Seashore The remoteness of Cumberland Island offers primitive campers an opportunity to enjoy the solitude and serenity of its beautiful beaches and moss-draped live oak forests. The island is reached by a passenger ferry operated by the NPS from St. Marys waterfront. Tent camping only is allowed and reservations are required.Read more
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Cheese Coneys
Great campground food. Who can resist a chili cheese dog?
- Cheese Coneys - submitted by David:
At home, chop an onion and shred some cheddar cheese. Put both in Ziploc bags and refrigerate until needed at the campground. At the campground, grill as many hotdogs as needed and heat up some chili. Canned is good, but homemade is even better. When the dogs are done, put one on a bun with a little mustard, some chili, chopped onion and a handful of cheese. Oh, and don't forget a napkin.
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Camping Destinations: South Carolina
Myrtle Beach, known as "The Seaside Camping Capital of the US," offers a variety of outdoor activities and attractions for the millions of annual visitors that come to enjoy this fun and sun capital. There are planty of campsites where you can pitch a tent or hook up an RV.Read more
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Campground Reviews - What's New
Sabrina sent the photo on the right to accompany her Jellystone Park review (below). Here are the most recent campground reviews submitted by fellow campers. Click on a campground name to read the full review.- Bethy Creek Resort
Riverside, TX
"The owners are great, and the scenery is beautiful." - Big Meadow Family Campground
Townsend, TN
"I recommend this campground to everyone." - Greys Point Camp
Topping, VA
"Campground is very clean." - Jellystone Park
Fremont, IN
"...a great time with family and friends..." - Van Buren Campground
Van Buren, MO
"I would recommend this campground to all."
More than 1900 reviews sorted by state.
(photo © Sabrina Szany)
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This is our 6-year-old son Aidan. The photo was taken just steps outside our tent. Nice view, eh? He loved the camping trip as did everyone. Fishing, swimming, smores and movies projected on our friend's Airstream trailer at night made for an unforgettable weekend. ~ Jeanne(photo © Jeanne Markham)
Camping Destinations: Kentucky
Cave Run Lake lies in the northern portion of Daniel Boone National Forest near Morehead Kentucky. This beautiful man-made lake provides flood protection to the lower Licking River valley. This lake is also very clean, and anglers will enjoy fishing for muskie, largemouth and crappie. Campers will find two of the largest campgrounds in the area right on the lake.Read more
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Sweet Slaw
This recipe is the outcome of browsing the produce section of the grocery store looking for ingredients to make a quick and simple salad at the campground.
- Sweet Slaw - submitted by David:
"To avoid cleaning up at the campground, I make my slaw at home the night before a camping trip. I put it all in the frig in a freezer Ziploc. It will keep in the cooler for several days."
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