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[[Image:Car Camping .jpg|thumb|250px|A campsite at [[Hunting Island State Park]] in [[South Carolina]]]]
[[Image:Car Camping .jpg|thumb|250px|A campsite at [[Hunting Island State Park]] in [[South Carolina]]]]
[[Image:Nova Scotian campsite.jpg|thumb|250px|Campsites are often situated in or near [[forest]]s.]]
[[Image:Nova Scotian campsite.jpg|thumb|250px|Campsites are often situated in or near [[forest]]s.]]
A '''campsite''' (or campground) is a place used for overnight stay in the out of doors. The term 'campsite' usually means an area where an individual, family, group or military unit might camp. There are two types of campsites:
A '''campsite''' (or campground) is a place used for overnight stay in the out of doors. The term 'campsite' usually means an area where an individual, family, group or military unit might camp. There are two types of campsites:


* an impromptu area (as one might decide to stop while [[backpacking (wilderness)|backpacking]] or [[hiking]]
* an impromptu area (as one might decide to stop while [[backpacking (wilderness)|backpacking]] or [[hiking]]
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The term "camp" comes from the [[Latin]] word ''campus'', meaning field. Therefore, a campsite consists typically of open pieces of ground where a camper can pitch a [[tent]] or park a [[camper]]. More specifically a campsite is a dedicated area set aside for camping and for which often a user fee is charged. Campsites typically feature a few (but sometimes no) improvements.
The term "camp" comes from the [[Latin]] word ''campus'', meaning field. Therefore, a campsite consists typically of open pieces of ground where a camper can pitch a [[tent]] or park a [[camper]]. More specifically a campsite is a dedicated area set aside for camping and for which often a user fee is charged. Campsites typically feature a few (but sometimes no) improvements.


Dedicated campsites usually have some amenities. Common amenities include, listed roughly in order from most to least common:
Dedicated campsites usually have some amenities. Common amenities include, listed roughly in order from most to least common:
* Fireplaces or [[fire pit]]s in which to build [[campfire]]s (this can be a circle of rocks, a metal enclosure, a metal grate, a concrete spot, or even just a hole).
* Fireplaces or [[fire pit]]s in which to build [[campfire]]s (this can be a circle of rocks, a metal enclosure, a metal grate, a concrete spot, or even just a hole).
* Pit toilets ([[outhouse]]s)
* Pit toilets ([[outhouse]]s)
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In the US, many [[national parks|national]] and [[state park]]s have dedicated campsites and sometimes also allow impromptu backcountry camping by visitors. U.S. [[National Forest]]s often have established campsites, but generally allow camping anywhere, except within a certain distance of water sources.
In the US, many [[national parks|national]] and [[state park]]s have dedicated campsites and sometimes also allow impromptu backcountry camping by visitors. U.S. [[National Forest]]s often have established campsites, but generally allow camping anywhere, except within a certain distance of water sources.


There are many private, commercial campgrounds as well as those on public lands. The [[Kampgrounds of America]] (KOA) is a large chain of commercial campgrounds located throughout the US and Canada. Many travellers prefer to use KOA, or similar campsites, as an alternative to [[hotel]]s or [[motel]]s, independent campsites, or parks.
There are many private, commercial campgrounds as well as those on public lands. The [[Kampgrounds of America]] (KOA) is a large chain of commercial campgrounds located throughout the US and Canada. Many travellers prefer to use KOA, or similar campsites, as an alternative to [[hotel]]s or [[motel]]s, independent campsites, or parks.


Both commercial and governmental campgrounds typically charge a nominal fee for the privilege of camping there, to cover expenses, and in the case of an independent campground, to make a profit.
Both commercial and governmental campgrounds typically charge a nominal fee for the privilege of camping there, to cover expenses, and in the case of an independent campground, to make a profit.
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In the U.S., backcountry camping is common in [[National Park]]s and these areas can only be reached on foot or on [[horseback]]. The camping areas are usually established "zones", which have a predetermined maximum number of persons that are allowed to stay in the section per night. Strict regulations are imposed regarding food storage and resource protection, and in most cases, open fires are not permitted and all cooking must be done with small portable stoves. Usually these backcountry campsite zones require a free permit obtainable at visitor centers and ranger stations.
In the U.S., backcountry camping is common in [[National Park]]s and these areas can only be reached on foot or on [[horseback]]. The camping areas are usually established "zones", which have a predetermined maximum number of persons that are allowed to stay in the section per night. Strict regulations are imposed regarding food storage and resource protection, and in most cases, open fires are not permitted and all cooking must be done with small portable stoves. Usually these backcountry campsite zones require a free permit obtainable at visitor centers and ranger stations.


Most National parks do not have as many amenities as the state and private parks.
Most National parks do not have as many amenities as the state and private parks.  


== See also ==
== See also ==
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== External links ==
== External links ==
{{Commonscat|Campsites}}
 
*[http://www.geocities.com/Yosemite/Falls/9200/choosing_perfect_campsite.html Choosing the Perfect Campsite]
*[http://www.geocities.com/Yosemite/Falls/9200/choosing_perfect_campsite.html Choosing the Perfect Campsite]
*[http://www.bigfreeguide.com/camping/ Find Campsites in the UK]
*[http://www.bigfreeguide.com/camping/ Find Campsites in the UK]
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