Types of Camping
- Backcountry Camping
- Involves being self-sufficient and accessing remote campsites through hiking, paddling, skiing, or snowshoeing.
- Dispersed Camping
- Free camping with regulations like camping only on durable surfaces and avoiding vegetation.
- Wild Camping Preparation
- Researching guidelines, packing proper supplies, and choosing suitable locations for a safe experience.
Campsite Accommodation Types
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Traditional Tents
- Exclude RVs, offers tent space with limited parking often located a short distance from the campsite.
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Garden Campsites and Glamping
- Offer unique and luxurious camping experiences beyond traditional options.
Tent Camping
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Classic Tent Camping
- Includes sleeping bags, port-a-potties, and a traditional camp setup.
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Primitive Campsites
- Found in parks or BLM lands with limited amenities, emphasizing Leave-No-Trace principles.
Different Camping Styles
- Car Camping
- Involves driving to a campsite and setting up camp.
- Backpacking
- Requires hiking into the wilderness to camp overnight.
- RV Camping
- Camping in a camper or RV.
Additional Camping Information
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Bivouacking
- Camping without a tent, using minimal protection from elements.
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Premium Campsites
- Cater to large RVs with electric, water, and sewer hook-ups, sometimes allowing tents.
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BLM Camping
- Free dispersed camping on public lands maintained by the Bureau of Land Management.
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Good Sam Organization
- An organization for RV enthusiasts, not a camping style.