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Camping Guides & Tips

Campfire Permits Required in California

Campfire permits are required in most national forest campgrounds in California, unless fire restrictions are in place. This also includes other designated areas and dispersed camping.  Some National Parks (like Yosemite) do not require campfire permits. The campfire permits are free and required for campfires, barbeques, and camp stoves. Permits are available at the local […]

Yosemite North Pines Campground Early Access Lottery

North Pines Campground will be utilizing a one-time Early Access Lottery for the entire 2023 season. The North Pines Campground reservations will be released by one-time early access lottery this season (April 17 through the night of October 29, 2023). Successful lottery applicants will have an opportunity to make a reservation for campsites in North […]

Yosemite Reservations Are Required

Yosemite Reservations are required to enter Yosemite National Park from May 20 through September 30. The reservation fee is $2 and is good for day-use only if you plan to enter the park during peak hours (between 6am and 4pm). Day-use reservations are valid for 3 consecutive days. Those with lodging/camping reservations or backcountry permits […]

First Aid for Fido While Camping

First Aid for Fido While Camping Dogs are great to have along on a camping trip. Like their human pals, they can get hurt around the camp or hiking a trail.  Problem is, your dog can’t tell you what hurts.  Here are 5 common problems and how to treat them. Paw Injuries. Like human feet, […]

10 Tips For Beginning Campers

10 Tips For Beginning Campers – A guide for your first outdoor adventure. 1. Reserve Campsites As Far In Advance As Possible. Most campgrounds on Recreation.gov open up reservations 6 months (10AM EST) to the day prior to arrival and the popular campgrounds will sell out within minutes.  For example, if you want to start […]

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Beverly Beach State Park

Oregon

Beverly Beach State Park is in forest-sheltered area right on the Oregon coast and is a very popular campground featuring a beautiful trail to and along miles of sandy beach.

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Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park

California

Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park Campground is located on the banks of the Big Sur River and is very popular – often referred to as a “mini-Yosemite”.

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Nehalem Bay State Park

Oregon

Nehalem Bay State Park features a large campground with 265 campsites for tents, trailers and RVs, separated from the ocean beach by sand dunes.

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Douthat State Park

Virginia

Douthat State Park has a total of 87 single family campsites and some have wonderful views of Douthat Lake. The Park also has 35 cabins and lodges for rent.

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Jay Cooke State Park

Minnesota

Jay Cooke State Park offers one of the best places for bikers, backpackers, horseback riders and skiers to hook up with the Willard Munger State Trail.

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Banning State Park

Minnesota

Banning State Park Campground has 34 single-family campsites and is located in a forested area near the Kettle River with plenty to discover.

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Myakka River State Park

Florida

Myakka River State Park is one of the oldest and largest state parks in Florida. The river meanders through 58 square miles offering habitat for a variety of wildlife.

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