Updated Articles and Resources

By Monica Prelle, About.com Guide

Carlsbad Campground Created: Thursday, October 20, 2011 Updated: Thursday, May 24, 2012
Surfers walk the beach at Carlsbad Campground in San Diego, California.
Postcards from California Created: Thursday, October 20, 2011 Updated: Thursday, May 24, 2012
A gallery of California's top camping travel destinations including California beaches, Yosemite National Park and Mono Lake.
Campground Review - Oliver Lee Memorial State Park Campground - Alamogordo, New Mexico Created: Tuesday, May 15, 2012 Updated: Tuesday, May 15, 2012
A review of the Oliver Lee Memorial State Park Campground near Alamogordo, New Mexico. Campground Review submitted by Paul.
Campground Review - Twin Creeks RV Resort - Gatlinburg, Tennessee Created: Tuesday, May 15, 2012 Updated: Tuesday, May 15, 2012
A review of the campground at Twin Creeks RV Resort in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. Campground Review submitted by Jennifer.
Campground Review - Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park - Marion, North Carolina Created: Tuesday, May 15, 2012 Updated: Tuesday, May 15, 2012
A review of the campground at Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park in Marion, North Carolina. Campground Review submitted by Tom Right.
Plan a Stargazing Campout - Camping for Astronomers and Romantics Created: Friday, April 27, 2012 Updated: Friday, April 27, 2012
Shooting stars, the Milky Way and a full moon light up the night sky. Plan a stargazing camping getaway.
CADAC Safari Chef - Portable Camping Grill Review Created: Wednesday, April 25, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, April 25, 2012
CADAC Safari Chef is a versatile camping grill with five interchangeable cooking surfaces. Full guide review.
Coleman Fold N Go InstaStart Grill Created: Monday, November 28, 2011 Updated: Wednesday, April 25, 2012
The Coleman Fold N Go InstaStart Grill is a compact portable grill. The camping barbecue burns hot and is great for cooking hot dogs and hamburgers at the campground.
A Coffee Lover's Guide to Camp Coffee - How to Make a Delicious Cuppa Created: Sunday, April 22, 2012 Updated: Monday, April 23, 2012
Coffee tastes best in the great outdoors. This is your guide to making the best cup of camping coffee.
Campground Review - Circle 9 Ranch Campground - Epsom, New Hampshire Created: Sunday, April 22, 2012 Updated: Sunday, April 22, 2012
A review of the campground at Circle 9 Ranch in Epsom, New Hampshire. Campground Review submitted by Jay.
Campground Review - Kahana Beach Park Campground - Maui, Hawaii Created: Sunday, April 22, 2012 Updated: Sunday, April 22, 2012
A review of the campground at Kahana Beach Park in Maui, Hawaii - submitted by Karin.
Campground Review - Cape Blanco State Park Campground - Port Orford, Oregon Created: Sunday, April 22, 2012 Updated: Sunday, April 22, 2012
A review of the campground at Cape Blanco State Park Campground near Port Orford, Oregon - submitted by Steve.
Campground Review - Kickapoo State Park Campground - Oakwood, Illinois Created: Sunday, April 15, 2012 Updated: Sunday, April 15, 2012
A review of the campground at Kickapoo State Park Campground in Oakwood, Illinois - submitted by Happy Camper.
Campground Review - Riverside Lodge Cabins & RV Resort - Inverness, Florida Created: Sunday, April 15, 2012 Updated: Sunday, April 15, 2012
A review of Riverside Lodge Cabins & RV Resort in Inverness, Florida -- submitted by Jessica.
Campground Review - Oak Creek Campground - Bowmansville, Pennsylvania Created: Sunday, April 15, 2012 Updated: Sunday, April 15, 2012
A review of the Oak Creek Campground in Bowmansville, Pennsylvania - submitted by Wayne Hartzell.
5 Tips for Backpacking – Backpacking Basics Created: Wednesday, April 11, 2012 Updated: Thursday, April 12, 2012
Planing a backpacking trip? You'll need a bit of advice for a successful adventure. Get ready for your next wilderness escape with these five tips from backpacking expert Melanie Webb.
How to Go Backpacking - Backpacking for Beginners Created: Sunday, March 18, 2012 Updated: Wednesday, April 11, 2012
If you love the outdoors and camping, then you will love backpacking. Get started backpacking with advice on how to pack, where to go, what gear you'll need and backpacking safety and ethics.
Campground Review - Paradise Lake Park - East Rochester, Ohio Created: Tuesday, March 06, 2012 Updated: Tuesday, April 03, 2012
A review of the Paradise Lake Park in East Rochester, Ohio- submitted by Nathan
Campground Review - Sacramento River RV Park, Redding, California Created: Thursday, February 02, 2012 Updated: Tuesday, April 03, 2012
A review of Sacramento River RV Park in Redding, California -- submitted by TurtleTent.
Discount Camping Equipment Created: Thursday, November 10, 2011 Updated: Tuesday, April 03, 2012
There are a lot of discount camping equipment retailers online. This is your resource to online camping equipment and outdoor gear.
Top 5 US States for Camping - Best Camping Destinations Created: Tuesday, February 21, 2012 Updated: Tuesday, April 03, 2012
Colorado, Missouri, Montana, New Mexico, and New York were voted the top 5 US States for Camping.
2012 Readers' Choice Awards - Best in Camping Created: Sunday, January 15, 2012 Updated: Friday, March 30, 2012
Tell us what are your favorite US states for camping, what is the best way to cook at the campground and which are your favorite outdoor activities while camping? Vote for your favorites in About C..
2012 Readers' Choice Award Winners - About.com Camping Created: Friday, March 30, 2012 Updated: Friday, March 30, 2012
The campers nominated five finalists in each category, then voted. Announcing About Camping's 2012 Readers' Choice Award winners...
Backpacking Checklist - What to Pack in Your Backpack Created: Monday, March 19, 2012 Updated: Thursday, March 29, 2012
Before you head out on a backpacking adventure, make sure you pack these essential items in your backpack.
How to Plan a Camping Wedding - Tips for Planning an Outdoor Wedding Created: Monday, February 20, 2012 Updated: Thursday, March 29, 2012
Love the outdoors? Want to tie the knot at a campground? Photos, advice and true stories from brides who recently planned a camping wedding.
Top 5 US National Parks for Camping - Best Camping Destinations Created: Thursday, March 01, 2012 Updated: Tuesday, March 27, 2012
About Camping readers nominated their favorite US National Parks for Camping and these five took top honors: Glacier, Grand Canyon, Great Smoky Mountains, Yellowstone and Yosemite.
How to Start Hiking - How to Hike Created: Tuesday, March 13, 2012 Updated: Sunday, March 25, 2012
Campers love hiking, but how do they get started? Here are a few tips and advice to get started hiking.
What to do in a Wilderness Emergency - Backpacking Emergency Situation Created: Tuesday, March 13, 2012 Updated: Sunday, March 18, 2012
If you are out backpacking in the wilderness and there is an emergency situation, follow this essential emergency advice. What to do in a wilderness emergency.
Black Diamond Tempest: 4-Season Tent Review Created: Thursday, October 20, 2011 Updated: Tuesday, March 13, 2012
The Black Diamond Bibler Series
Black Diamond Skylight 3-Season Tent Review Created: Sunday, November 20, 2011 Updated: Tuesday, March 13, 2012
A review of the Black Diamond Skylight, three-Season camping tent. This tent is lightweight, durable and ready to got to your favorite alpine camps.
Easton Mountain Hat-Trick Tent - Camping Tent Review Created: Friday, December 09, 2011 Updated: Tuesday, March 13, 2012
The Easton Mountain Products Hat-Trick tent is a great mountaineering or camping tent that is extremely lightweight, yet spacious and comfortable.
Contact the About.com Camping Guide Created: Friday, March 09, 2012 Updated: Friday, March 09, 2012
Find out how to get in touch with the About.com Camping Guide.

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