This is my version of what we look for when searching for a campsite while at the campground… We will list them briefly then go into detail below…
- Level site, Look at the site.
- Electric Availability
- Restroom accessibility, not too close!
- Largest site available, You’'ll always use the extra space!
- Noisy Neighbors, Listen before choosing a site.
- Location, Location, Location…
Level site, No Waterway…
So when looking at the site, make sure it’s somewhat level, You can always use your RV levelers to do the rest, Mainly what I’m talking about is, do not put yourself in a waterway! Looking at the site, look at the “lay of the land”… You will see if the campsite is in the path of water, or in a low area. You definitely do not want to be in this type of spot, luckily you don’t run across many, but they are out there. Camping season just so happens to fall within the biggest severe storm season in the United States as many of you know! Something to keep in mind.
Electric Availability…
With my rig, all I need is electric, which opens up a lot more options for campsites, because i don’t need water or sewer hookups. With the amount of rv’ers out there now, it’s getting hard to find spots that have all the amenities you need. Really all you need it electric, most campgrounds have showers and bathrooms which will beat out your rv’s shower anyday!
Restroom accessibility…
This is essential for me, I have no bathroom in my RV, so I need at least a bathroom at the campground. One thing to take into consideration when trying to find a spot at the campground though is restroom location in relation to your campsite. Especially if they are vault toilets in the campground. Why, because they smell, they have a vent stack out the top and if your anywhere near it while camping, you’ll wish your were not!
Largest site available…
You can always use the extra space for your lounging chairs, hammock, grill, whatever you have. Find the biggest site and take it!
Noisy Neighbors…
When you arrive at the campground, while scoping out the campsites, take note of where the nosiest campers are, maybe you want to avoid that area of the campground. There are always quieter areas, just take some time to look around, You don’t want to be stuck next to a group who is partying until 3 am, Been there, done that, not fun!
Location, Location, Location.
What I mean by this is, try to find a camp site near the rear of the campground. Why, Traffic. You don’t want to be near the entrance of the campground and have traffic running past you all day and all night.
Like in this picture, I took the end spot towards the back of the campground, which gave me great views of the fields of South Dakota to the East and North.
Sure, you have to walk a bit further to the bathrooms, but you get to stop and talk to your wonderful neighbors on the way through.
That’s it for now, If you have anything further, please comment below!
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