Definition of campsitenext
as in campground
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 campsite What do one of Midtown’s most iconic church halls, a religious campsite in Covington and a former University of Georgia swimming pool have in common? Zachary Hansen, AJC.com, 25 Feb. 2026 The country around Robb Lake was logged over about 1918, and our campsite had once been a logging camp. Doris Decleene, Outdoor Life, 25 Feb. 2026 Where to stay Cottonwood Campground is a legitimate oasis in the desert, as large cottonwood trees provide plenty of shade for the 22 small campsites. Graham Averill, Outside, 23 Feb. 2026 Wake up to another day traversing the large island or just enjoying your campsite by the beach. Kelsey Glennon, Southern Living, 21 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for campsite
Recent Examples of Synonyms for campsite
Noun
  • The other five seasonal campgrounds are located further down the park road and is accessible via the shuttle service (private cars are not allowed).
    Karthika Gupta, Travel + Leisure, 7 Mar. 2026
  • The park also has a youth campground for organized groups.
    Taylor Haught, Miami Herald, 4 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • There have been whispers of paramilitary training camps in the mountains, but the sinister presence mostly lingered just below the surface.
    Senior Editor, Los Angeles Times, 6 Mar. 2026
  • Expect everything—including the rustic beach camps, fresh ocean-to-plate fish, and the ferry ride from the mainland to Bubaque—to take its sweet time here.
    Melanie van Zyl, Travel + Leisure, 6 Mar. 2026

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“Campsite.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/campsite. Accessed 11 Mar. 2026.

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