Family camping trips are some of the most fulfilling, affordable, and rewarding ways to travel with a family. With various levels of camping amenities, and throughout many seasons, spending some time in nature is truly a great way to unplug and reflect, together. Indeed, it can also spark a family tradition — 12% of adult campers first went camping with their immediate families.
The first step of any camping trip is finding the right campsite for your family. Campers across the board spent an average of 14.9 days camping, meaning that the location you choose for your summer camping trips should be optimal for the length of time you stay there.
Consider the Accommodations
Campgrounds come in many different shapes and sizes and have varying degrees of accommodations. Some families prefer to rent a cabin and go cabin camping while others enjoy tent camping. Still more have RVs, which are especially convenient when the campsite has full hookups, providing electricity, gas, and waste disposal. Consider the needs of your family and your camping choices when looking at different campgrounds.
What Kind of Nature do You Like?
Some families dedicate themselves to climbing all of New York State’s 46 highest peaks while others prefer tumbling over boulders in the beautiful desert of Texas. Some families specifically camp to experience a destination like the Grand Canyon of Arizona or the Badlands of South Dakota. What kind of nature are you set on experiencing?
Accessibility
Do you want to be fully immersed in a state or national park, or would you like easier access to certain amenities? For family camping, it can be nice to have all of the advantages of a scenic campground, but be able to run to a store for emergency supplies. For more seasoned families with older children, a more isolated campground with fewer amenities might make it easier to embark upon serious hikes and explorations.
Whether you choose summer camping trips or autumn camping trips, make sure to choose a memorable and practical camping ground! If you find the perfect spot, don’t let distance deter you — many campers travel an average distance of 186.7 miles for a camping trip. Let the search begin!
