Plan Your Next Spring Break Camping in the Great Outdoors
While you may currently be warming your toes by the fire and sipping hot chocolate, before you know it, colder days will slip away, and Spring Break will be upon us. As hard as it is to imagine swapping out your down jacket for a t-shirt and shorts, it’s never too early to start thinking about warm Spring Break getaways. If unplugging, spending intentional time in nature while sleeping under the stars sounds appealing, consider a camping trip in the great outdoors. Our wonderful state of Tennessee and beyond offers endless camping possibilities, but that can be quite overwhelming to narrow down. Here are a few suggestions that might just pique your interest and help make for easier planning along the way!
The Great Smoky Mountains is top of the list! If it’s good enough for Dolly, then surely it’s good enough for you and your family! Known for its spectacular views, stunning lush landscape and amazing wildlife, the Smokies offers plenty of adventure opportunities. With incredible hiking trails extending from beginner to expert, fishing, and horseback riding, there are options to keep the kids engaged and entertained. Campsites range from desolate backcountry areas for the experienced backpackers, to the more accessible group-friendly campsites offering larger open areas and bathroom facilities.
If warm weather and beautiful white sandy beaches sounds more like a spring break vacation to you, one of the best known beachside camping locations is Bahia Honda State Park, located in the Florida Keys. With over 80 campsites available, hot showers and amenities such as a restaurant and amphitheater, your family will hardly be roughing it. Nature lovers will adore the bird watching opportunities along the shoreline and there are kayak and snorkeling gear rentals available for the water lovers.
Lastly, if you are looking for a trip of a lifetime for your family. Consider packing up the Family Truckster and heading west for a stay in Zion National Park. The spectacular colors of the ruby colored arched rock formations against the stunning blue sky is enough to take your breath away. The views in this National Park are awe inspiring and provide insta worthy pictures everywhere you turn. Days can be spent hiking through the canyons or exploring the National Park grounds. If you happen to be an experienced rock climber, Zion National Park’s 2,000-foot sandstone cliffs are world renowned and offer thrill-inducing rock climbing experiences. If death defying jaunts on the side of a cliff are not your thing, there are leisurely walking trails and quiet spots to take in stunning vistas while relaxing and enjoying the ones you are with. South Campground and Watchman Campground are the two campsite locations available inside the park. These sites offer drive up camping, running water and electricity, but do not provide showers.
Whatever campsite experience you are seeking, nearby, seaside or in the wild, wild west, you are sure to create memories with your family that will last a lifetime. Now is the perfect time to start planning your journey. Always check park websites for weather conditions, campsite availability and any hiking permit requirements. Time spent in nature with your loved ones is time well spent. Don’t wait—start planning now!