If you’re looking for a peaceful, wooded campground that still keeps you within driving distance of D.C., Cedarville State Forest in Maryland is a hidden gem worth checking out. We stayed here for a week while Josh had a work event nearby, and it turned out to be a surprisingly…
Sterling State Park might not be the most talked-about campground in Michigan, but after spending a week here, we get why it’s a local favorite. With a mile of sandy shoreline on Lake Erie, spacious sites just steps from the water, and easy access to Detroit, it’s a solid pick,…
Want to wake up with a view of the Badlands right from your campsite? The Badlands Hotel and Campground is just a mile from the park entrance, making it one of the most convenient places to stay when exploring this rugged, otherworldly landscape. We spent a full week here while…
On our multi-day drive from Illinois to South Dakota, we made an overnight stop at Chester Woods Park Campground in southeastern Minnesota- and we were genuinely impressed. What we thought would be a convenient place to crash for the night ended up being one of the nicest county parks we’ve…
If you’re road-tripping through northwest Iowa and looking for a quiet, budget-friendly overnight stop with a fun claim to fame, Hawkeye Point Campground checks all the boxes. We stayed here for one night on our way from Illinois to South Dakota, not exactly on our route, but the detour was…
We stopped at Talladega Pit Stop RV Park while knocking out a stretch of southern U.S. highpoints, including Alabama’s highest peak- Cheaha Mountain. The campground made a super convenient home base while we explored the area and checked off another summit. Whether you’re chasing highpoints, heading to the Talladega races,…
We spent a few days camping at Giant City State Park in March, right at the tail end of the off-season, and honestly, it was kind of perfect. We’d visited the park before in 2024 just for hiking, but this time we were excited to finally camp here and get…
Tishomingo State Park totally surprised us in the best way. With its rocky terrain, scenic trails, and laid-back campground, this Mississippi gem feels more like the foothills of the Appalachians than anything you’d expect in the Deep South. Whether you’re into hiking, disc golf, or just unwinding in the woods,…
We’ve officially had our Harvest Hosts membership for a full year, and now that it just renewed, we thought it’d be the perfect time to look back and run the numbers. Is it actually worth it for us? How much did it really cost? And what did each night average…
Nestled along the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway, Explore Park in Roanoke, Virginia, is a hidden gem for outdoor enthusiasts. With a variety of unique camping options, thrilling activities like Treetop Quest and mountain biking, and a historic tavern-turned-brewpub, this park offers something for every kind of adventurer. We spent a…