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
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
Parts of the trail, completed in 2025, offer visitors access to kayaks, boat ramps, picnic shelters, restrooms, and campsites, according to Atlanta.
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Christopher Edwards,
PEOPLE,
18 June 2026
There are 11 private campsites situated across the property in a forest or meadow.
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Jenna Blough,
Outside Online,
8 Apr. 2025
There are also multiple campsites, picnic areas and trailheads in the area.
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Nicole Blanchard,
Idaho Statesman,
1 Apr. 2025
This Editors' Choice winner is perfect for keeping an eye on vacation homes or campsites without hassle.
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Shubham Yewale,
PC Magazine,
31 Mar. 2025
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
Parts of the trail, completed in 2025, offer visitors access to kayaks, boat ramps, picnic shelters, restrooms, and campsites, according to Atlanta.
—
Christopher Edwards,
PEOPLE,
18 June 2026
There are 11 private campsites situated across the property in a forest or meadow.
—
Jenna Blough,
Outside Online,
8 Apr. 2025
There are also multiple campsites, picnic areas and trailheads in the area.
—
Nicole Blanchard,
Idaho Statesman,
1 Apr. 2025
This Editors' Choice winner is perfect for keeping an eye on vacation homes or campsites without hassle.
—
Shubham Yewale,
PC Magazine,
31 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for campsites
Noun
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With the exception of Curtis Canyon and Atherton Creek campgrounds, these sites remain free and first-come, first-served.
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In Utah, federal land managers have closed public lands near the Cottonwood Fire as a precaution, and in New Mexico, forest officials closed campgrounds and trails near a wildfire burning in the Jemez Mountains.
Noun
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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 1 Jul. 2026.
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