Wednesday, February 28, 2018

Best Mid Atlantic Camping in USA Part 1

Shenandoah National Park, Virginia

Why It’s Cool: This is especially great for our D.C.-area readers, because a stunning getaway is just 75 miles away from D.C. The park contains more than 500 miles of trails, some leading to magnificent viewpoints or waterfalls, and others through miles of quiet, peaceful wilderness. The eight-mile hike to Old Rag Mountain is the toughest route in the park (and also one of the most popular) but rewards hikers with spectacular views from its peak.

Where to Camp: The park’s four campgrounds are open in spring, summer, and fall. Reservations at any site are recommended, but some first-come-first-serve spots may be available. Backcountry camping requires a free permit.

When It’s Open: Year-round. Portions of road are closed during bad weather and at night during deer-hunting season (mid-November through early January). Visitor services are typically open only March to November.

Cost: Entrance fee is $20 per vehicle and valid for seven days. For more information, visit the park's website.

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Tuesday, February 27, 2018

Best North East Camping in USA Part 2

Green Mountain National Forest, Vermont

Why It’s Cool: Vermont's Long Trail is one of the Green Mountain National Forest's biggest draws, so try finding a camping spot close by to hike a portion of it during your stay. Aside from being stunning, the 270-plus miler is the oldest long-distance trail in the U.S.! It follows the ridge of the Green Mountains through Vermont from the Massachusetts border to Canada.

Where to Camp: The forest offers five developed campgrounds. There are no electrical hookups or dump stations, so arrive prepared. Campground accessibility varies by season, and some require a reservation. Dispersed or backcountry camping is allowed anywhere in the park unless specifically posted.

When It’s Open: Year-round. Visitor center and campground accessibility vary by season, but at least one campground is always open.

Cost: This is the best part. There are no entrance fees, and most campsites are free too. The Green Mountain Club maintains about 70 campsites along the Long Trail, all with a water source and privy (which require a small fee in summer and fall). For more information, visit the park's website.

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Monday, February 26, 2018

Best North East Camping in USA Part 1

Acadia National Park, Maine

Why It’s Cool: Maine is known as the Pine Tree State for a reason: It’s covered in 17 million acres of forest. Plus it has 6,000 lakes and ponds and 32,000 miles of rivers and streams—basically a camper’s paradise. Located on Mount Desert Island, Acadia National Park is the ideal destination for nature lovers of all skill levels. Looking for a unique experience? Hike to the top of Cadillac Mountain (the highest point along the East Coast) during dawn and be the first person in the U.S. to see the sun rise that morning.

Where to Camp: The park has three campgrounds: Blackwoods (closer to the island’s town center, Bar Harbor), Seawall (a more rustic, less touristy environment), and Schoodic Woods (surrounded by water on the Schoodic Peninsula). While visitors can enjoy hiking throughout the entire park, camping is allowed only in these designated areas (backcountry enthusiasts, take note).

When It's Open: Blackwoods campground is open year-round (permit required December to March). Seawall is open from late May through September. Schoodic is open from late May until Columbus Day.

Cost: Blackwoods costs $30 per site per night from May to October, $15 in April and November, and is free December to March. Seawall and Schoodic will set you back $22 for a walk-in site, plus $8 to $18 for drive-up tent, camper, and motor home sites. For more information, visit the park's website.

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COLORADO LAKESIDE LODGING

This is a list of some of the best camping available in Colorado:

Stagecoach State Park
South of Steamboat Springs, this 820-acre lake is another peaceful destination popular with boaters, fishers and hikers. Several lakeside campsites will get you on the water first thing in the morning, which are known for hard-fighting cutthroat trout.

Wupperman RV Campground
Situated on Lake San Cristobal in the San Juan Mountains just a few miles south of Lake City, Wupperman’s 31 sites have stunning lake views for RV campers. Plan to take home lots of trout and a camera full of images from the adjacent Alpine Loop Scenic Byway.

Pawnee Campground
An hour west of Boulder, this campground is located on the incredibly popular Brainard Lake. Set in a glacially carved valley, the lake’s surrounding jagged peaks make an incredible backdrop for fishers, canoers, hikers and picnickers.

North Sterling State Park
Located on Colorado’s northeastern plains near Sterling, the park’s Elks Campground has several sites just steps from the lake. Boaters and anglers are drawn to its 3,000 acres of pristine water, and hikers, geocachers and birders find plenty of spots around the water to keep them busy.