as in campgrounds
a place where a group of people live for a short time in tents or cabins
the campsite at least offers shower and bathroom facilities
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Recent Examples of campsites
Multiple campsites remained open in Los Padres National Forest, even over the weekend.
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Jaclyn Cosgrove,
Los Angeles Times,
2 July 2026
The Missouri River and Lewis and Clark campsites and Indian tepee rings still intact!
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Padgett Powell,
Harpers Magazine,
30 June 2026
Dark victory With travelers increasingly prioritizing distinctive outdoors travel and opportunities to leave everyday living behind, interest in dark-sky campsites will probably continue to grow, Baena says.
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Jeffrey Steele,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2026
Use apps to find affordable campsites.
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Taryn Shorr-McKee,
Travel + Leisure,
28 June 2026
For years, campers have complained about the abundance of reserved yet unused campsites throughout California's state parks.
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Noe Padilla,
USA Today,
25 June 2026
The sirens have been strategically located near campsites, along the south and north fork of the Guadalupe River.
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Brian New,
CBS News,
24 June 2026
Located at the south end of the park, Platte River Campground has nearly 180 campsites, more than half of which offer electric hookups.
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Robert Annis,
Midwest Living,
24 June 2026
Jaclyn Cosgrove,
Los Angeles Times,
2 July 2026
The Missouri River and Lewis and Clark campsites and Indian tepee rings still intact!
—
Padgett Powell,
Harpers Magazine,
30 June 2026
Dark victory With travelers increasingly prioritizing distinctive outdoors travel and opportunities to leave everyday living behind, interest in dark-sky campsites will probably continue to grow, Baena says.
—
Jeffrey Steele,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2026
Use apps to find affordable campsites.
—
Taryn Shorr-McKee,
Travel + Leisure,
28 June 2026
For years, campers have complained about the abundance of reserved yet unused campsites throughout California's state parks.
—
Noe Padilla,
USA Today,
25 June 2026
The sirens have been strategically located near campsites, along the south and north fork of the Guadalupe River.
—
Brian New,
CBS News,
24 June 2026
Located at the south end of the park, Platte River Campground has nearly 180 campsites, more than half of which offer electric hookups.
—
Robert Annis,
Midwest Living,
24 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for campsites
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Where to Stay The park has two campgrounds, Cedar Pass and Sage Creek, but visitors can also opt for backcountry camping.
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For those looking for simple car camping (beginner) Each of these campgrounds are in Angeles National Forest, offer piped water and vault toilets, and have sites with picnic tables, parking spots and campfire rings.
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By replacing passive screen time with active participation, camps give children the opportunity to create, explore and connect.
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There are many different ways to take active vacations including niches such as white water rafting, surfing schools, yoga retreats, and triathlon training camps.
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“Campsites.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/campsites. Accessed 4 Jul. 2026.
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