There is a lot more to camping than you would think. A number of different options and places you may not have considered to go to before to camp are available.
If you think camping is all about spending time in the outdoors, sitting around a fire pit and telling ghost stories, you are only partially right. There are many things to do on these trips. In fact, depending on where you go and what you enjoy, you may find there is so much to do that you do not know how you will get it all in during the weekend. This is when it makes sense to book a longer trip. Just consider your options carefully.
Consider the Beach
One of the forgotten options for camping is to be near the water. Beaches make a great area in some locations. There are locations where you can be near to the beach but still in a densely wooded area. These provide you with ample time for sun and the sand. If you want to head to the beach, you do not have to stay in a traditional hotel. You can be close to the piers, sand and the boardwalks in some areas.
See the Sights
Even though you are spending your evenings in a tent, that does not mean you cannot explore the surrounding area. In fact, it may be quite enjoyable to pack up for a few hours and tour the area's parks and wildlife refuges. There may even be a zoo nearby. These allow you to do more than just spend time in the outdoors and yet they allow you to get everyone involved.
Outdoor Activities
Do you need some help considering the range of outdoor activities right for your adventure? Think big. Determine if the local parks system features a hiking trail and take to it. Plan a canoeing or kayaking trip. Add some biking and horseback riding in by finding out where you can rent the equipment and horses you need. Spend some time as a geologist, considering the rock formations in the area. Take to the water for a marathon-fishing event that pits you against your family. Go golfing nearby. Spend some time learning about the local wildlife sharing the campground with you.
Of course, there are many things to do when you go camping, but it is up to you to plan a fun few days away. This means getting to know the area well enough to know what your options are. Take the time to consider what you have not done in the past. Perhaps there is a zip line or canopy tour nearby. Then, challenge yourself to these new experiences. Even if you are staying at a luxury camp resort area, you can still get out into the region and get comfortable with the beauty of it all. All it takes is consideration about what the area has to offer.
