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mahutson
Junior Member
USA
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 Posted - Dec 22 2008 : 9:25:10 PM
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So…here in wonderful Northeast Ohio we are getting dumped on by the same storm that seams to be gripping the nation right now. So I’m sure that I’m in good company when I say, “I can’t wait until next summer!”
In the meanwhile, I’m trying to plan a trip for next summer. We are relatively new to camping, only having camped as kids, and not sure where to turn to get good information on camping destinations. Although I enjoy using the web, it is information overload! Do any of you know of a good website that people share their camping trips/vacations by destinations? I joined the Good Sam Club but either I’m not looking in the correct place or they are not a good source.
Last summer we hit the west coast of Michigan at Silver Lake and had a great time on the sand dunes. We stayed at a great RV Resort (http://www.silvercreekrv.com/index.php?option=com_frontpage&Itemid=1) and also stopped at both of these RV Resorts during our trip which were great as well (although there was not much to do in the areas) http://www.hiddenridgerv.com/index.html and http://www.harbortownrv.com/index.html Spent a few weekends in Pymatuming (between PA and OH) and our last trip was at Evergreen in Amish Country (http://evergreenrv.cc/index.php?option=com_frontpage&Itemid=1). All good weekend trips but we’re looking to get away for a couple of weeks next summer and to some traveling.
We were thinking of Kentucky or Tennessee (Smoky Mountains) this year but may be just as happy going over the border to Pennsylvania. Just not sure where to look!
Thanks and keep shoveling the white stuff! Mark
2009 Rockwood 8313SS
2007 F150 4x4 SCREW 5.4L w/3.55
Equal-i-zer 4-Point WD & SC
Tekonsha P3
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Capn Courage
Moderator
Canada
745 Posts |
Posted - Dec 23 2008 : 2:47:53 PM
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Hi Mark, can't help you out much with campgrounds in the US but if you ever decide to cross over into Canada we have a lot of nice spots to camp, a lot of our parks are more expensive than those in the US but with the exchange rate it probably works out pretty close to the same.
http://www.ontarioparks.com/
Norm
Capn & Mrs. C
Phoenix The Camping Sheltie
2002 GMC Safari
2004 Rockwood 2304
Eaz Lift WDH
Reese AntiSway
Nights Camped 2008 = 66
 
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Sawdusty
Junior Member
USA
80 Posts |
Posted - Dec 24 2008 : 08:05:53 AM
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Hey Norm,
We are thinking about venturing up to Canada next summer if the price of gas does'nt skyrocket again. Will probably cross over at the Soo and head east. Might be giving you a shout for some directions and campsites in your beautiful country...Back in 1992,I spent over a month in Trois-Rivieres, north of Montreal, while waiting to pick up a yacht which we delivered to Florida. During that time,I got to wander around a lot and have always wanted to go back. Wife has never been to Canada so it will be a big treat for her too..
Bill
2004 Rockwood 2304S
2001 Dodge 1500 318/3.55
No WDH No sway bars
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midnightpumpkin
Moderator
USA
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Posted - Dec 24 2008 : 11:09:11 AM
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Mark,
Don't tell anyone else about this, but, West Branch State Park down at Ravenna is outstanding! Check it out this spring, we may see you there!
John U
2007 Rockwood 8315SS
2003 Dodge Ram 2500 Short Bed, Hemi
Ready to travel weights:
Trailer 6640# on Axles, 920# on tongue.
Combined gross wt no people on board 13855#
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mahutson
Junior Member
USA
49 Posts |
Posted - Dec 24 2008 : 2:12:40 PM
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John:
I've heard that West Branch is very nice. We tried last summer to get in but couldn't...thanks for reminding me, I'll make my reservations now. Is there any particular area of the campground you like best?
After some further investigation, I did fing that Good Sam offers travel journals which are very helpful. Also, RV Net seems to have alot of chatter about different destinations.
Thanks! Mark
2009 Rockwood 8313SS
2007 F150 4x4 SCREW 5.4L w/3.55
Equal-i-zer 4-Point WD & SC
Tekonsha P3
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Capn Courage
Moderator
Canada
745 Posts |
Posted - Dec 24 2008 : 2:19:45 PM
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Bill
Trois Rivieres is a nice area, if you head further east toward Quebec City there is a great spot to camp on a small island called Isle De Orleans just north of Quebec City, the campground itself isn't the attraction but it is right on the St.Lawrence and you can see Quebec City all lit up at night, and it's a great spot to spend a couple of days to tour Quebec City.
Norm
Capn & Mrs. C
Phoenix The Camping Sheltie
2002 GMC Safari
2004 Rockwood 2304
Eaz Lift WDH
Reese AntiSway
Nights Camped 2008 = 66
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eandsphotography
Junior Member
USA
44 Posts |
Posted - Dec 26 2008 : 7:15:58 PM
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if you decide to come to tennessee, i can suggest some nice places. I live about an hour away from The Smokies so i've been to quite a few of the campgrounds in that area. just let me know.
Erik and Shelly
05 Dodge ram 1500
09 Flagstaff 831KRSS (just arrived!!!)
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CanadianAV
Junior Member
Canada
51 Posts |
Posted - Feb 01 2009 : 07:17:37 AM
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Last summer our favourite stop was the 1000 islands KOA near Kingston Ontario. This year maybe the one in Barrie
2008 Rockwood 1940 LTD
2002 Chevy Avalanche Z71 |
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Capn Courage
Moderator
Canada
745 Posts |
Posted - Feb 02 2009 : 3:32:21 PM
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Hi Craig, I have been thinking about trying to get a few of the members in the southern Ontario area together this summer up at Campers Cove where we have our trailer on a seasonal site.
Norm
Capn & Mrs. C
Phoenix The Camping Sheltie
2002 GMC Safari
2004 Rockwood 2304
Eaz Lift WDH
Reese AntiSway
Nights Camped 2008 = 66
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CanadianAV
Junior Member
Canada
51 Posts |
Posted - Feb 02 2009 : 9:23:54 PM
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Hi Norm. That sounds like a good idea. But we have a new baby boy coming in June so I cant commit to anything yet for this summer . I'll have to wait and see how my wife feels after. 2010 count me in hahaha . Maybe with a new TT.
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Ideas for 2009 Camping Season
