best tent camping ga image
starryeyed
I keep getting sites for camping spots that are covered in concrete and have swimming pools. What is up with that...guess I am looking for something more primitive, a real back to nature experience. Any websites that can refer you to that type of camping spot?
Answer
ALLENTOWN, PA
Virtually all State Forest lands are open for primitive camping and permits are free.
http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/
Check out nearby Weiser State Forest.
http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/forestry/stateforests/weiser.aspx
ATLANTA, GA
Primitive camping allowed in designated Wildernesses of the Chattahoochee National Forest. Check for regulations that may apply to each.
http://www.fs.fed.us/conf/welcome.htm
Some nearby state parks also offer primitive camping including: Red Top Mountain State Park, John Tanner State Park and Fort Yargo State Park.
http://gastateparks.org/
AUSTIN, TX
Sam Houston National Forest. Wilderness camping allowed free of charge.
http://www.fs.fed.us/r8/texas/
State parks also offer some options:
http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/
Pedernales Falls State Park
Bastrop State Park
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
BALTIMORE, MD
Green Ridge State Forest
100 designated primitive campsites located throughout 44,000 acres and backpacking sites along trails.
http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/western/greenridge.html
Catoctin Mountain Park also offers hike-in camping at their Adirondack shelters. Permits required.
http://www.nps.gov/cato/
South Mountain State Park
10,000 acres for year-round hiking along the Appalachian Trail. Camping allowed in designated areas along AT.
http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/western/southmountain.html
BOSTON, MA
Boston Harbor Islands
Grape, Bumpkin, Lovells and Peddocks islands offer primitive camping for $25 a night.
http://www.mass.gov/dcr/parks/metroboston/harbor.htm
http://www.nps.gov/boha
CHAPEL HILL, NC
Uwharrie National Forest
Primitive dispersed camping is allowed throughout the Forest, except in those areas that are posted âNo Camping.â
http://www.cs.unca.edu/nfsnc/
State Parks & Recreation Areas
http://www.ils.unc.edu/parkproject/ncparks.html
Falls Lake State Recreation Area
For a more primitive camping experience, Shinleaf offers tent camping in hike-in sites.
Jordan Lake State Recreation Area
For a more primitive campsite, New Hope Overlook offers 24 campsites nestled in the woods. These sites range from 100 yards to a half mile from the parking lot.
CHARLESTON, SC
Designated primitive sites in Francis Marion National Forest:
Elmwood Recreation Area
Honey Hill Recreation Area and in other wilderness areas with a special permit.
http://www.fs.fed.us/r8/fms/index.shtml
CHARLOTTE, NC
Uwharrie National Forest
Primitive dispersed camping is allowed throughout the Forest, except in those areas that are posted âNo Camping.â
http://www.cs.unca.edu/nfsnc/
Pisgah National Forest
Backpacking is permitted in certain areas, like Shining Rock Wilderness.
http://www.cs.unca.edu/nfsnc/
CHICAGO, IL
Shawnee National Forest
These are the closest places I could find to Chicago for some real backcountry camping. Itâs kind of far, but worth the trip.
Primitive camping is allowed anywhere in the Shawnee National Forest with the exception of developed recreation areas, Natural Areas, developed campgrounds, on lake shores, near streams, or on trails.
http://www.fs.fed.us/r9/forests/shawnee/
Kettle Moraine State Forest, Wisconsin
Backpack shelters are available year round for rustic camping along the 31.65 miles of the Ice Age National Scenic Trail. Permit required.
http://www.dnr.state.wi.us/org/land/parks/specific/kms/
CLEVELAND, OH
Mohican-Memorial State Forest
Park and pack sites offer shorter hikes from parking lot, to try backcountry camping in baby steps.
http://www.dnr.state.oh.us/forestry/forests/mohican.htm
DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
Prince William Forest Park is located only 35 miles south of Washington, DC. and boasts 37 miles of hiking trails.
Chopawamsic Backcountry Area (tents only) is an 8-site, hike-in/hike-out, backcountry campground in the park.
http://www.nps.gov/prwi/
Sky Meadows State Park in Clarke and Fauquier counties, Virginia offers hike-in primitive camp sites. An hourâs drive from DC.
http://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state_parks/sky.shtml
EUGENE, OR
Siuslaw National Forest
Dispersed camping is allowed in many areas of the forest as long as Leave No Trace rules are followed. Certain areas are prohibited; list available online.
http://www.fs.fed.us/r6/siuslaw/
Umpqua National Forest
Backcountry camping allowed in wilderness areas. Contact for trail guides and restrictions.
http://www.fs.fed.us/r6/umpqua/index.shtml
JACKSONVILLE, FL
Cary State Forest
Three primitive campsites are located on Cary State Forest.
http://www.fl-dof.com/state_forests/cary.html
Osceola National Forest
Primitive camping is allowed anywhere on the national forest except at Olustee Beach. However, camping is restricted to designated hunt camps and Ocean Pond Campground during hunting season.
http://www.fs.fed.us/r8/florida/recreation/index_osc.shtml
LONG ISLAND, NY
Fire Island National Seashore
Backcountry camping (backpacking) is available on a first-come, first-served basis in the Otis Pike Fire Island High Dune Wilderness area.
http://www.nps.gov/fiis/
LOS ANGELES, CA
Angeles National Forest
Hike-in camping at designated sites like: Bear Canyon Trail Camp, Green Valley Trail Camp and Maxwell Trail Camp.
Primitive camping allowed in San Gabriel Wilderness Area.
Contact for restrictions.
http://www.fs.fed.us/r5/angeles/
The Cleveland National Forest
Undeveloped or primitive camping is premitted in designated wilderness areas. Permits required.
http://www.fs.fed.us/r5/cleveland/
San Bernardino National Forest
Primitive camping permitted in certain designated Wilderness Areas. Permits required.
http://www.fs.fed.us/r5/sanbernardino/
Channel Islands National Park encompasses five islands (Anacapa, Santa Cruz, Santa Rosa, San Miguel, and Santa Barbara)
Backcountry camping is available year-round at the Del Norte campsite near Prisoners Harbor on Santa Cruz Island. Also, during certain times of year, backcountry beach camping is allowed on Santa Rosa Island.
http://www.nps.gov/chis/
MINNEAPOLIS/ST. PAUL, MN
Richard J. Dorer Memorial Hardwood State Forest
Dispersed camping is allowed in state forests. If camping outside of designated areas, please practice the âleave no traceâ camping ethic.
http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_forests/index.html
Lake Maria State Park
Backpack sites, located on remote lakes and ponds throughout the park, are two miles from the trailhead parking lot.
http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/lake_maria/index.html
PHILADELPHIA, PA
Virtually all State Forest lands are open for primitive camping and permits are free.
http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/
Check out Weiser State Forest & Michaux State Forest
http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/forestry/stateforests/weiser.aspx
http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/forestry/stateforests/michaux.aspx
PITTSBURGH, PA
Raccoon Creek State Park
Primitive camping is allowed along the backpacking trails in designated spots.
http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/stateparks/parks/raccooncreek.aspx
Forbes State Forest
Primitive camping is allowed along the backpacking trails in designated spots.
http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/forestry/stateforests/forbes.aspx
PORTLAND, ME
White Mountain National Forest
Backpackers seeking a backcountry experience should consult one of the many trail guides available online for information on sites and access to them.
http://www.fs.fed.us/r9/forests/white_mountain/
Mahoosuc Public Reserved Land
Backpackers can find solitude and primitive opportunities along trails to scenic vistas and remote mountaintops.
http://www.maine.gov/cgi-bin/doc/parks/find_one_name.pl?park_id=58
PORTLAND, OR
Tillamook State Forest
Dispersed camping allowed in small groups. Backcountry Leave No Trace rules must be followed. Fire restrictions maybe in effectâcall for details.
http://www.oregon.gov/ODF/TSF/about_us.shtml
Forest Grove District
Tillamook Dictrict
Mt. Hood National Forest
Camping outside campgrounds is permitted in many parts of the Mt. Hood National Forest. Call ahead for restrictions.
http://www.fs.fed.us/r6/mthood/
PROVIDENCE, RI
Arcadia Management Area
Backcountry/hike-in camping available for no fee.
http://www.riparks.com/arcadia.htm
Arcadia Management Area Forest Environment Headquarters
RICHMOND, VA
False Cape State Park
The park accommodates primitive camping, tents only.
Camping areas are Barbour Hill Bay, Barbour Hill Ocean, False Cape Landing Bay and False Cape Landing Ocean.
http://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state_parks/fal.shtml
James River State Park
One of the stateâs newest parks.
Branch Pond and Canoe Landing are open year-round for primitive camping.
http://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state_parks/jam.shtml
SACRAMENTO, CA
Stanislaus National Forest
Pick your own spot, dispersed area camping, is an option available throughout most of the Forest.
May need campfire permit.
http://www.fs.fed.us/r5/stanislaus/index.shtml
Eldorado National Forest
Most of the land in the National Forest is open to camping, free of charge, just for the choosing. You may camp practically anywhere that camping is not specifically prohibited.
http://www.fs.fed.us/r5/eldorado/
Point Reyes National Seashore
Offers year-round backcountry camping on designated backcountry sites along Drakes Bay and amongst the hills and valleys of the Phillip Burton Wilderness. Boat-in camping is also available on the west shore of Tomales Bay.
http://www.nps.gov/pore/
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
Point Reyes National Seashore
Offers year-round backcountry camping on designated backcountry sites along Drakes Bay and amongst the hills and valleys of the Phillip Burton Wilderness. Boat-in camping is also available on the west shore of Tomales Bay.
http://www.nps.gov/pore/
Stanislaus National Forest
Pick your own spot, dispersed area camping, is an option available throughout most of the Forest.
May need campfire permit.
http://www.fs.fed.us/r5/stanislaus/index.shtml
SANTA ANA, CA
Angeles National Forest
Hike-in camping at designated sites like: Bear Canyon Trail Camp, Green Valley Trail Camp and Maxwell Trail Camp.
Primitive camping allowed in San Gabriel Wilderness Area.
Contact for restrictions.
http://www.fs.fed.us/r5/angeles/
The Cleveland National Forest
Undeveloped or primitive camping is premitted in designated wilderness areas. Permits required.
http://www.fs.fed.us/r5/cleveland/
Channel Islands National Park encompasses five islands (Anacapa, Santa Cruz, Santa Rosa, San Miguel, and Santa Barbara)
Backcountry camping is available year-round at the Del Norte campsite near Prisoners Harbor on Santa Cruz Island. Also, during certain times of year, backcountry beach camping is allowed on Santa Rosa Island.
http://www.nps.gov/chis/
SEATTLE, WA
The Olympic National Forest
Backcountry camping permitted in wilderness areas including:
The Buckhorn Wilderness, in the northeast portion of Olympic National Forest
The Brothers Wilderness, on the east side of Olympic National Forest
http://www.fs.fed.us/r6/olympic/recreation-nu/wilderness_1.shtml
Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest
Dispersed allowed on much of the Forest land. Permits may be required.
http://www.fs.fed.us/r6/mbs/
Olympic National Park
Much of the park is designated Wilderness and offers coastal camping. Wilderness Camping Permits are required.
http://www.nps.gov/olym/
ST. LOUIS, MO
Mark Twain National Forest, Missouriâs National Forest
http://www.fs.fed.us/r9/forests/marktwain/
Dispersed camping allowed in certain wilderness areas, including:
Bell Mountain Wilderness
http://www.fs.fed.us/r9/forests/marktwain/recreation/sites/bell_mtn_wilderness/
Cuivre River State Park
Backpacking trails with backpacking sites.
Both primitive and modern campsites are available.
http://www.mostateparks.com/cuivre.htm
TAMPA, FL
Withlacoochee State Forest
The third largest state forest in Florida is divided into eight distinct tracts of land.
http://www.fl-dof.com/state_forests/withlacoochee.html#
Primitive camping is permitted along certain trails, including:
Croom Hiking Trails
http://www.dep.state.fl.us/gwt/guide/regions/westcentral/west_central.htm
Overnight primitive camping is permitted within the camp zones designated by white-banded trees.
Myakka River State Park
http://www.floridastateparks.org/myakkariver/default.cfm
There are six primitive campgrounds at Myakka River. Each has three campsites and is set in an oak hammock or pinewoods.
TUCSON, AZ
The Coronado National Forest
Backcountry camping is allowed in wilderness areas, including nearby:
Rincon Mountain Wilderness
Miller Peak Wilderness
http://www.fs.fed.us/r3/coronado/index.shtml
Sonoita Creek State Natural Area
Newly acquired area within Patagonia Lake State Park
Offers 3 backcountry campsites downstream of the Park.
Permit required. Maps available at visitorâs center.
http://www.pr.state.az.us/Parks/parkhtml/patagonia.html
ALLENTOWN, PA
Virtually all State Forest lands are open for primitive camping and permits are free.
http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/
Check out nearby Weiser State Forest.
http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/forestry/stateforests/weiser.aspx
ATLANTA, GA
Primitive camping allowed in designated Wildernesses of the Chattahoochee National Forest. Check for regulations that may apply to each.
http://www.fs.fed.us/conf/welcome.htm
Some nearby state parks also offer primitive camping including: Red Top Mountain State Park, John Tanner State Park and Fort Yargo State Park.
http://gastateparks.org/
AUSTIN, TX
Sam Houston National Forest. Wilderness camping allowed free of charge.
http://www.fs.fed.us/r8/texas/
State parks also offer some options:
http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/
Pedernales Falls State Park
Bastrop State Park
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
BALTIMORE, MD
Green Ridge State Forest
100 designated primitive campsites located throughout 44,000 acres and backpacking sites along trails.
http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/western/greenridge.html
Catoctin Mountain Park also offers hike-in camping at their Adirondack shelters. Permits required.
http://www.nps.gov/cato/
South Mountain State Park
10,000 acres for year-round hiking along the Appalachian Trail. Camping allowed in designated areas along AT.
http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/western/southmountain.html
BOSTON, MA
Boston Harbor Islands
Grape, Bumpkin, Lovells and Peddocks islands offer primitive camping for $25 a night.
http://www.mass.gov/dcr/parks/metroboston/harbor.htm
http://www.nps.gov/boha
CHAPEL HILL, NC
Uwharrie National Forest
Primitive dispersed camping is allowed throughout the Forest, except in those areas that are posted âNo Camping.â
http://www.cs.unca.edu/nfsnc/
State Parks & Recreation Areas
http://www.ils.unc.edu/parkproject/ncparks.html
Falls Lake State Recreation Area
For a more primitive camping experience, Shinleaf offers tent camping in hike-in sites.
Jordan Lake State Recreation Area
For a more primitive campsite, New Hope Overlook offers 24 campsites nestled in the woods. These sites range from 100 yards to a half mile from the parking lot.
CHARLESTON, SC
Designated primitive sites in Francis Marion National Forest:
Elmwood Recreation Area
Honey Hill Recreation Area and in other wilderness areas with a special permit.
http://www.fs.fed.us/r8/fms/index.shtml
CHARLOTTE, NC
Uwharrie National Forest
Primitive dispersed camping is allowed throughout the Forest, except in those areas that are posted âNo Camping.â
http://www.cs.unca.edu/nfsnc/
Pisgah National Forest
Backpacking is permitted in certain areas, like Shining Rock Wilderness.
http://www.cs.unca.edu/nfsnc/
CHICAGO, IL
Shawnee National Forest
These are the closest places I could find to Chicago for some real backcountry camping. Itâs kind of far, but worth the trip.
Primitive camping is allowed anywhere in the Shawnee National Forest with the exception of developed recreation areas, Natural Areas, developed campgrounds, on lake shores, near streams, or on trails.
http://www.fs.fed.us/r9/forests/shawnee/
Kettle Moraine State Forest, Wisconsin
Backpack shelters are available year round for rustic camping along the 31.65 miles of the Ice Age National Scenic Trail. Permit required.
http://www.dnr.state.wi.us/org/land/parks/specific/kms/
CLEVELAND, OH
Mohican-Memorial State Forest
Park and pack sites offer shorter hikes from parking lot, to try backcountry camping in baby steps.
http://www.dnr.state.oh.us/forestry/forests/mohican.htm
DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
Prince William Forest Park is located only 35 miles south of Washington, DC. and boasts 37 miles of hiking trails.
Chopawamsic Backcountry Area (tents only) is an 8-site, hike-in/hike-out, backcountry campground in the park.
http://www.nps.gov/prwi/
Sky Meadows State Park in Clarke and Fauquier counties, Virginia offers hike-in primitive camp sites. An hourâs drive from DC.
http://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state_parks/sky.shtml
EUGENE, OR
Siuslaw National Forest
Dispersed camping is allowed in many areas of the forest as long as Leave No Trace rules are followed. Certain areas are prohibited; list available online.
http://www.fs.fed.us/r6/siuslaw/
Umpqua National Forest
Backcountry camping allowed in wilderness areas. Contact for trail guides and restrictions.
http://www.fs.fed.us/r6/umpqua/index.shtml
JACKSONVILLE, FL
Cary State Forest
Three primitive campsites are located on Cary State Forest.
http://www.fl-dof.com/state_forests/cary.html
Osceola National Forest
Primitive camping is allowed anywhere on the national forest except at Olustee Beach. However, camping is restricted to designated hunt camps and Ocean Pond Campground during hunting season.
http://www.fs.fed.us/r8/florida/recreation/index_osc.shtml
LONG ISLAND, NY
Fire Island National Seashore
Backcountry camping (backpacking) is available on a first-come, first-served basis in the Otis Pike Fire Island High Dune Wilderness area.
http://www.nps.gov/fiis/
LOS ANGELES, CA
Angeles National Forest
Hike-in camping at designated sites like: Bear Canyon Trail Camp, Green Valley Trail Camp and Maxwell Trail Camp.
Primitive camping allowed in San Gabriel Wilderness Area.
Contact for restrictions.
http://www.fs.fed.us/r5/angeles/
The Cleveland National Forest
Undeveloped or primitive camping is premitted in designated wilderness areas. Permits required.
http://www.fs.fed.us/r5/cleveland/
San Bernardino National Forest
Primitive camping permitted in certain designated Wilderness Areas. Permits required.
http://www.fs.fed.us/r5/sanbernardino/
Channel Islands National Park encompasses five islands (Anacapa, Santa Cruz, Santa Rosa, San Miguel, and Santa Barbara)
Backcountry camping is available year-round at the Del Norte campsite near Prisoners Harbor on Santa Cruz Island. Also, during certain times of year, backcountry beach camping is allowed on Santa Rosa Island.
http://www.nps.gov/chis/
MINNEAPOLIS/ST. PAUL, MN
Richard J. Dorer Memorial Hardwood State Forest
Dispersed camping is allowed in state forests. If camping outside of designated areas, please practice the âleave no traceâ camping ethic.
http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_forests/index.html
Lake Maria State Park
Backpack sites, located on remote lakes and ponds throughout the park, are two miles from the trailhead parking lot.
http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/state_parks/lake_maria/index.html
PHILADELPHIA, PA
Virtually all State Forest lands are open for primitive camping and permits are free.
http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/
Check out Weiser State Forest & Michaux State Forest
http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/forestry/stateforests/weiser.aspx
http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/forestry/stateforests/michaux.aspx
PITTSBURGH, PA
Raccoon Creek State Park
Primitive camping is allowed along the backpacking trails in designated spots.
http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/stateparks/parks/raccooncreek.aspx
Forbes State Forest
Primitive camping is allowed along the backpacking trails in designated spots.
http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/forestry/stateforests/forbes.aspx
PORTLAND, ME
White Mountain National Forest
Backpackers seeking a backcountry experience should consult one of the many trail guides available online for information on sites and access to them.
http://www.fs.fed.us/r9/forests/white_mountain/
Mahoosuc Public Reserved Land
Backpackers can find solitude and primitive opportunities along trails to scenic vistas and remote mountaintops.
http://www.maine.gov/cgi-bin/doc/parks/find_one_name.pl?park_id=58
PORTLAND, OR
Tillamook State Forest
Dispersed camping allowed in small groups. Backcountry Leave No Trace rules must be followed. Fire restrictions maybe in effectâcall for details.
http://www.oregon.gov/ODF/TSF/about_us.shtml
Forest Grove District
Tillamook Dictrict
Mt. Hood National Forest
Camping outside campgrounds is permitted in many parts of the Mt. Hood National Forest. Call ahead for restrictions.
http://www.fs.fed.us/r6/mthood/
PROVIDENCE, RI
Arcadia Management Area
Backcountry/hike-in camping available for no fee.
http://www.riparks.com/arcadia.htm
Arcadia Management Area Forest Environment Headquarters
RICHMOND, VA
False Cape State Park
The park accommodates primitive camping, tents only.
Camping areas are Barbour Hill Bay, Barbour Hill Ocean, False Cape Landing Bay and False Cape Landing Ocean.
http://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state_parks/fal.shtml
James River State Park
One of the stateâs newest parks.
Branch Pond and Canoe Landing are open year-round for primitive camping.
http://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state_parks/jam.shtml
SACRAMENTO, CA
Stanislaus National Forest
Pick your own spot, dispersed area camping, is an option available throughout most of the Forest.
May need campfire permit.
http://www.fs.fed.us/r5/stanislaus/index.shtml
Eldorado National Forest
Most of the land in the National Forest is open to camping, free of charge, just for the choosing. You may camp practically anywhere that camping is not specifically prohibited.
http://www.fs.fed.us/r5/eldorado/
Point Reyes National Seashore
Offers year-round backcountry camping on designated backcountry sites along Drakes Bay and amongst the hills and valleys of the Phillip Burton Wilderness. Boat-in camping is also available on the west shore of Tomales Bay.
http://www.nps.gov/pore/
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
Point Reyes National Seashore
Offers year-round backcountry camping on designated backcountry sites along Drakes Bay and amongst the hills and valleys of the Phillip Burton Wilderness. Boat-in camping is also available on the west shore of Tomales Bay.
http://www.nps.gov/pore/
Stanislaus National Forest
Pick your own spot, dispersed area camping, is an option available throughout most of the Forest.
May need campfire permit.
http://www.fs.fed.us/r5/stanislaus/index.shtml
SANTA ANA, CA
Angeles National Forest
Hike-in camping at designated sites like: Bear Canyon Trail Camp, Green Valley Trail Camp and Maxwell Trail Camp.
Primitive camping allowed in San Gabriel Wilderness Area.
Contact for restrictions.
http://www.fs.fed.us/r5/angeles/
The Cleveland National Forest
Undeveloped or primitive camping is premitted in designated wilderness areas. Permits required.
http://www.fs.fed.us/r5/cleveland/
Channel Islands National Park encompasses five islands (Anacapa, Santa Cruz, Santa Rosa, San Miguel, and Santa Barbara)
Backcountry camping is available year-round at the Del Norte campsite near Prisoners Harbor on Santa Cruz Island. Also, during certain times of year, backcountry beach camping is allowed on Santa Rosa Island.
http://www.nps.gov/chis/
SEATTLE, WA
The Olympic National Forest
Backcountry camping permitted in wilderness areas including:
The Buckhorn Wilderness, in the northeast portion of Olympic National Forest
The Brothers Wilderness, on the east side of Olympic National Forest
http://www.fs.fed.us/r6/olympic/recreation-nu/wilderness_1.shtml
Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest
Dispersed allowed on much of the Forest land. Permits may be required.
http://www.fs.fed.us/r6/mbs/
Olympic National Park
Much of the park is designated Wilderness and offers coastal camping. Wilderness Camping Permits are required.
http://www.nps.gov/olym/
ST. LOUIS, MO
Mark Twain National Forest, Missouriâs National Forest
http://www.fs.fed.us/r9/forests/marktwain/
Dispersed camping allowed in certain wilderness areas, including:
Bell Mountain Wilderness
http://www.fs.fed.us/r9/forests/marktwain/recreation/sites/bell_mtn_wilderness/
Cuivre River State Park
Backpacking trails with backpacking sites.
Both primitive and modern campsites are available.
http://www.mostateparks.com/cuivre.htm
TAMPA, FL
Withlacoochee State Forest
The third largest state forest in Florida is divided into eight distinct tracts of land.
http://www.fl-dof.com/state_forests/withlacoochee.html#
Primitive camping is permitted along certain trails, including:
Croom Hiking Trails
http://www.dep.state.fl.us/gwt/guide/regions/westcentral/west_central.htm
Overnight primitive camping is permitted within the camp zones designated by white-banded trees.
Myakka River State Park
http://www.floridastateparks.org/myakkariver/default.cfm
There are six primitive campgrounds at Myakka River. Each has three campsites and is set in an oak hammock or pinewoods.
TUCSON, AZ
The Coronado National Forest
Backcountry camping is allowed in wilderness areas, including nearby:
Rincon Mountain Wilderness
Miller Peak Wilderness
http://www.fs.fed.us/r3/coronado/index.shtml
Sonoita Creek State Natural Area
Newly acquired area within Patagonia Lake State Park
Offers 3 backcountry campsites downstream of the Park.
Permit required. Maps available at visitorâs center.
http://www.pr.state.az.us/Parks/parkhtml/patagonia.html
A great place for tent camping within 2 hours of Atlanta?
Education1
I'm looking for a camping spot but I'm new to GA. I prefer to use a tent and it's nice to be in a secluted area. "Can't stand those cookie cut camp grounds. Any Ideas where I can go?
Answer
Dispersed camping in the local national forest,
http://www.fs.usda.gov/activity/conf/recreation/camping-cabins/?recid=10454&actid=34
Dispersed camping in the local national forest,
http://www.fs.usda.gov/activity/conf/recreation/camping-cabins/?recid=10454&actid=34
Powered by Yahoo! Answers
No comments:
Post a Comment