How to Choose the Best Campsite Near a Lake or Beach

A campsite near the water can look perfect on a reservation map and still create a difficult family weekend. The view may be beautiful, but the walk to the shoreline may be steep. The site may be close to the lake but exposed to sun. A beach may be nearby, yet the route back to […]
What to Pack for a Lake Camping Weekend With Kids

Packing for a lake camping weekend with children is different from packing for an ordinary campground trip. The family is not only setting up a tent and preparing meals. People are moving between dry camp and wet recreation, changing clothes, carrying towels, looking for shade, keeping food organized, and trying to remember where the dry […]