Where Should We Camp Next?: A 50-State Guide to Amazing Campgrounds and Other Unique Outdoor Accommodations (Perfect Christmas Gift for Campers and Outdoorsy People)
By Stephanie Puglisi and Jeremy Puglisi
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**USA Today 10Best Readers' Choice Award Winner**
Discover the ultimate guide for outdoor enthusiasts and travel lovers with Where Should We Camp Next? by Jeremy and Stephanie Puglisi—a captivating journey through 300+ of America's most breathtaking camping destinations!
Whether you're a seasoned camper or new to the camping scene, this guide offers invaluable insights and inspiration to help you plan your next camping adventure with ease.
Packed with insider tips and expert recommendations, this comprehensive book is the perfect companion for campers, road trippers, and adventurers seeking unforgettable experiences in the great outdoors. From hiking scenic trails and spotting wildlife to fishing, kayaking, and stargazing, this book is your gateway to unforgettable experiences in the wilderness.
Key Features:
- Outdoor Adventure Galore: Unleash your inner explorer as you embark on thrilling outdoor adventures. Explore camping locations across all 50 states, from magnificent national parks to hidden gems and picturesque campgrounds.
- Practical Camping Tips: Equip yourself with essential camping knowledge. Learn insider tips on campsite selection, setting up camp, campfire cooking, packing essentials, and staying safe in the great outdoors. Get ready to make the most of your camping trips like a seasoned pro.
- Perfect Gift for Outdoor Enthusiasts: Whether you're looking for Christmas gifts for campers or presents for outdoor lovers, Where Should We Camp Next? is a treasure trove of inspiration and practical advice that will ignite the wanderlust in every nature enthusiast.
Embark on an unforgettable camping odyssey across America with Where Should We Camp Next? Let Jeremy and Stephanie Puglisi be your trusted guides as you navigate the vast wilderness, discover hidden gems, and create lasting memories.
Unleash your spirit of adventure, embrace the beauty of the outdoors, and start planning your next camping vacation today!
Stephanie Puglisi
Stephanie and Jeremy Puglisi are the creators of the RV Atlas and the authors of the Idiot’s Guide: RV Vacations. They live in New Jersey and spend 80+ nights a year in their RV with their three kids.
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Where Should We Camp Next? - Stephanie Puglisi
• Connecticut •
A piece of a map titled Connecticut. It highlights the Winvian farm, Hammonasset beach state park, and Mystic K O A holiday.Connecticut is not a top camping destination for most folks in the United States, mostly because there just aren’t that many campgrounds there. However, many people do find it to be a convenient stop when traveling north or south along the I–95 corridor to more popular camping destinations like Maine or South Carolina. The good news is there are some great campgrounds to break up the drive and explore this southernmost New England state. It’s also a popular escape destination for millions of New Yorkers. So be prepared for traffic and crowds if visiting the beach areas on summer weekends.
BEST IN STATE
Winvian Farm
•Litchfield Hills, Connecticut
•winvian.com
•Luxury Cottages, Tree House, Log Cabin, Indoor Campsite
Set on over 100 acres of pristine woodlands and rolling meadows, the eighteen luxurious resort cottages at Winvian Farm were designed by fifteen different architects and each provides a unique environment for its guests. All of them are exceedingly posh. Some of them, like the Connecticut Yankee and the Hadley Suite, have very little to do with glamping no matter how much we stretch the definition. But other cottages, like the Treehouse (which is suspended 35 feet above the ground) and the Camping (which is designed to be like an indoor campsite) fit very nicely into the burgeoning glamping scene. Winvian takes both of these charming accommodations straight over the top—the Treehouse has a full bar and a jacuzzi, and the Camping has two wood burning fireplaces and a jacuzzi. Prices are sky high for this kind of pampering, but the experience will be unforgettable. Book a session at Winvian’s delightful spa and a table dinner at its five star Seed to Table restaurant. A full breakfast is included at no additional cost, and each cottage includes complimentary bicycles for guests to use.
Mystic KOA Holiday
•North Stonington, Connecticut
•koa.com
•RV and Tent Sites, Deluxe Cabins, Camping Cabins
Mystic Seaport is an absolutely delightful slice of New England history and culture. Where else can you step aboard and explore historic whaleships and coal-fired steamboats? If you want to camp nearby, then the Mystic KOA is an obvious choice. The campground is huge and can get quite crowded in the summer, so we recommend visiting during the week if at all possible. Our boys loved the great facilities when we visited. The pool is large and clean, and the playgrounds and bounce pillows are modern and well kept. The quality of the RV sites varies depending on your location within the campground, and many of them are not shaded or private. We recommend calling and asking for a larger, more private site if at all possible. Cabins are cute and cozy, and the campground offers basic models without bathrooms and deluxe models with bathrooms and kitchens. Many of the cabins are nested back along the tree line and have privacy and shade. The highway is nearby, so if you are sensitive to noise at night please take that into consideration when booking any site, particularly if you are tent camping.
Mystic Seaport
Worth a day trip, this famous seaport is home to the Charles W. Morgan, the last remaining wooden whaleship. In addition to touring the ship, we enjoy the live performances and ship-building demonstrations. There are plenty of kid-friendly activities, including a children’s museum and play area of model ships.
Hammonasset Beach State Park
•Madison, Connecticut
•ct.gov
•Tent and RV Sites, Rustic Cabins
Hammonasset Beach State Park is beloved by locals and receives over one million guests a year. The 2 miles of coastline here are the best in Connecticut, and the park also boasts excellent hiking and biking trails and a nature center that offers educational programs all year long. The campground has grassy sites, which is unusual for East Coast beach camping, and most of the sites are out in the open. There are a good number of trees in the campground, and some sites do offer shade and privacy. Good luck getting one of those sites on a busy summer weekend—or getting any site at all, for that matter. This place gets packed on the weekends. Some campers complain that things can get a bit rowdy, and that the campground is not well monitored, but we have found that the campground is generally very family-friendly. Connecticut added one hundred new cabins to its state park campgrounds in 2013 to celebrate the one hundredth anniversary of the park system, so the cabins at Hammonasset are relatively new and some of them are in cozy, shaded spots nestled along the tree line.
ALSO GREAT
Black Rock State Park
A clipart of a rhombus-shaped badge that reads rustic.•Watertown, Connecticut
•ct.gov
•Tent and RV Sites, Rustic Cabins
Black Rock State Park campground is rustic and charming. The sites are wooded and offer privacy but are best for tent campers or those with smaller RVs, like pop-up campers. Four basic, two-room cabins are also available. Bring your hiking boots and fishing gear to enjoy a back-to-basics camping experience nestled among the pine, hemlock, and oak trees that form a ring around Black Rock Pond.
Seaport RV Resort and Campground
•Old Mystic, Connecticut
•sunrvresorts.com
•RV Sites, RV Rentals, Tent Sites
This clean and family-friendly resort campground makes a great base camp for exploring coastal Connecticut and Rhode Island. The basketball, volleyball, tennis, and bocce ball courts are all excellent. Rainy days are also made tolerable by the comfy rec room that features a pool table and shuffleboard. Grab a burger and a beer at the nearby Captain Daniel Packer Inne, which has the look and feel of a classic whaling tavern from New England’s storied past.
Dinosaur State Park
Dinosaur State Park has one of the largest dinosaur track sites in America and has easy trails for stretching your legs after time spent in the car. The Exhibit Center contains 500 tracks made by the Dilophosaurus, a carnivorous dinosaur from the early Jurassic period. Pack your own lunch to enjoy at the park’s picnic area.
Tips for Eating at Abbott’s Lobster in the Rough
Connecticut is the southernmost New England state, as such we consider it our starting point for all seafood shack dining adventures. If you have never been to a New England seafood shack, you might need a brief tutorial to fully enjoy the experience. They are all unique and have their own idiosyncrasies, but suffice it to say visitors should not expect a traditional eat-in dining experience. Here are a few tips for first