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Old 01-06-2016, 03:47 PM   #21
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You can stay ON the beach ~~ 20 yards from the ocean at many CGs in Myrtle. I live close and prefer Myrtle Beach Travel Park. Will set the 5er up for relatives there. Best to be back 2nd or 3rd from the beach though IMO. We live at the beach so only look for beach camping in Jan / Feb (we leave Sunday for FL). If the Outer Banks are of interest we stay on the sound a week in October. A great CG in Frisco NC and we have water 30' behind the coach.
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Old 01-06-2016, 04:01 PM   #22
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Check out the Outer Banks! I highly recommend Camp Hatteras RV Resort in Rodanthe, not far from the famous Inn at Rodanthe, featured in the Nights at Rodanthe movie with Richard Gere and Diane Ladd. Mark and I are members of the campgrounds. The Outer Banks is well known for the Wright Brothers and five lighthouses -- Currituck, Bodie Island, Cape Hatteras, Ocracoke, and Cape Lookout. Bodie and Hatteras each have black and white stripes while Lookout has black diamonds. From Hatteras, you can get on a ferry, even with your travel trailer, to Ocracoke Island, and then get on another ferry to Cedar Island. Upon arrival, get on Highway 12 and then Highway 70. Turn left on Harkers Island Road where it will lead you to the Harkers Island. The Cape Lookout lighthouse is on that island. If you rather not, just stay on Highway 70 through Beaufort and Morehead City.

Of course, it's up to you if you want to go to the Outer Banks It's our home away from home during the summer time. We are already looking forward to our annual two weeks' vacation there.

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Old 01-06-2016, 04:27 PM   #23
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We like staying in Townsend, TN. They call it "The quiet side of the Smokies". The town is about 20 minutes from Pigeon Forge, but you don't have near the people. Also, there are no chain restaurants in Townsend, just local flavor. There is a decent grocery store. We have camped at Lazy Daze Campground. Try to get a site right on the Little River. There is plenty of shade and each site on the river has a covered picnic table. This is very close to Cades Cove, with plenty of hiking, drives, and historical buildings to see. We often see deer, bears, fox, and other wild life. There is a nice hike to a waterfall inside Cades Cove. When it is warm enough, there are plenty of tubing companies that provide tubing on the Little River. Twenty minutes or so to Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. You can head over there for the more commercial establishments, but sometimes traffic is horrendous there, so we try to avoid it.

We also stayed at a COE campground along the border of NC and TN years ago. It was near the French Broad River, where we went white water rafting. We had a pop-up then and just loved that small campground. I cannot tell you what town it was located in though, because that was over 20 years ago.
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Whether you go to the mountains or to the beach in the summer, you'll probably need to make reservations.
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Old 01-06-2016, 04:54 PM   #25
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We have stayed at Deep Creek near Bryson City, TN and Great Smokey Mountains Deep Creek Lodge & Creekside Tubing. Right on the creek and they rent tubes. Great place for kids and adults. You can drive up into GSM park about 2 miles away and tube all the way back to campground. Also can go to Nantahala for white water rafting and ride GSM Railway. Great train display in Bryson City. In SC we have been to James Island County Park in Charleston https://www.ccprc.com/665/Hours-Fees. Great park, lots of bike paths, playgrounds, lake, climbing walls and very near Charleston. We have also stayed at Pirateland Campground in Myrtle Beach. We could see the ocean from our campsite and only had to walk a short distance to be on the beach. Very large campground, nightly golf cart parades during summer, pool and lazy river, outside. Good luck and hope you have great camping experiences!
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Old 01-06-2016, 05:03 PM   #26
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Watching this.
Wife and I both have spring break off, wanting to go south.
Too much snow up here.

We're thinking maybe Yellowstone, but read, it'll be just like home!
So that's out.
Maybe Cali or south east.


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Old 01-06-2016, 06:48 PM   #27
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We like staying in Townsend, TN. They call it "The quiet side of the Smokies". The town is about 20 minutes from Pigeon Forge, but you don't have near the people. Also, there are no chain restaurants in Townsend, just local flavor. There is a decent grocery store. We have camped at Lazy Daze Campground. Try to get a site right on the Little River. There is plenty of shade and each site on the river has a covered picnic table. This is very close to Cades Cove, with plenty of hiking, drives, and historical buildings to see. We often see deer, bears, fox, and other wild life. There is a nice hike to a waterfall inside Cades Cove. When it is warm enough, there are plenty of tubing companies that provide tubing on the Little River. Twenty minutes or so to Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. You can head over there for the more commercial establishments, but sometimes traffic is horrendous there, so we try to avoid it.

We also stayed at a COE campground along the border of NC and TN years ago. It was near the French Broad River, where we went white water rafting. We had a pop-up then and just loved that small campground. I cannot tell you what town it was located in though, because that was over 20 years ago.
I focused my search on Cades Cove/Townsend last night. I'm mesmerized by Cades Cove. It may be the most beautiful place I've ever been. Sites could be pricey which is why I was seeing other recommendations. I have a feeling we'll end up in that area though. I didn't get nearly enough time to explore the cove.

I know I'll be going during prime time, so I'll be making reservations very soon.
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Old 01-06-2016, 07:29 PM   #28
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Take a look at the KOA in Townsend, we go there every fall. All sites have elec/water/cable/wifi, and most have sewer. Some spots back up to river. Playground, pool, hayrides, movie night, and probably the nicest showers I have seen. Less than a mile to the National Park entrance. Definitely need reservations.
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Old 01-06-2016, 07:29 PM   #29
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If you are heading to Charleston, SC, I recommend you camp at James Island. Campground is great and easy access to all the sights in Charleston.


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Old 01-06-2016, 07:46 PM   #30
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Campfire Lodgings in Asheville has some of the most beautiful views I've ever seen; easy access to hiking, as well as Biltmore House and the Asheville Arts District. One of our favorites. We like Frisco Woods campground near Hatteras; it's on the sound rather than the ocean, but actually has trees and a little separation between sites with full hookup.
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Old 01-06-2016, 08:40 PM   #31
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Nobody has mentioned the Corp of Engineers Campgrounds. They are my very favorite places to stay! With a Senior Access pass they are half price (must be 62+). Recreation.gov. Look at the website and review the lakefront sites. Usually water and electric with dump stations.

I love this forum and owe a lot to your advice so 2 tips from me. Target carries foam kneeling pad in baby dept (to give your children baths in the bathtub). This is great for looking underneath your RV, dumping tanks etc. Also, I bought a food vacuum sealing machine (Amazon). More food prepared at home, more space in my freezer, good campground food and less time cooking. Thank you all for all the help you've given me!
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Old 01-06-2016, 08:49 PM   #32
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This past October, we had a great time at Colonial Williamsburg, VA. Spent four days there (1 day at Jamestown Colony) with our three teenagers. Couldn't get them to leave. They really got into it. In the event you are retired military, I highly recommend the RV campground at Naval Supply Center, Cheatham Annex just 10 minutes from Williamsburg. Having stayed at many military campgrounds across this land, I rate this as #1. It just opened in late 2014 or early 2015 and represents a mighty fine bit of political maneuvering by some Virginia Congressman! Concrete pads, full hookups, manicured lawns, half-surrounded by water etc.
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At Myrtle Beach....Ocean Lakes is opening a new 5 million dollar water park this summer and my understanding the summer is already pretty much booked. But more than likely most of the campgrounds at the beach are close to being booked for the summer already. We like Fall there the best Halloween is such great fun........



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Old 01-06-2016, 09:53 PM   #34
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If you are going to Pigeon Forge we stay at The Plantation RV Resort in Sevierville. The park is outstanding and well maintained with full hook up pull through sites. We love it there. Cost was $34 with two piols and a lazy river. Dog friendly and a full laundry.
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Old 01-06-2016, 10:17 PM   #35
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In NC, you may want to check out the KOA in Cherokee. Nice campground. Also, Maggie Valley although have never stayed at any of the campgrounds on that side of the mountain.

As for Myrtle Beach, I have camped here for years and have hit all of them except the State Park which appears to be nice too. Recently have been staying at Ocean Lakes and in fact have my TT stored there for the winter. Actually just retired and moved to Myrtle Beach the week of Christmas. Loving' the weather although a little chilly today. Better than 1 degree in northern WV.
I will second the KOA in Cherokee. It on the NC side of the National Park and has an off-leash dog area and a dog island! It has sites that are directly on the river. The campground has both an indoor and outdoor pool. We stayed there for 5 days a few years back and our site was on the river and pretty spacious.
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Grandfather Campground in Banner Elk is nice. Short drive to the Blue Ridge Parkway.
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Old 01-07-2016, 04:55 AM   #37
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If you are looking for waterfalls - Devils Fork State Park in SC is great. Water & Electric only but there are numerous waterfalls all within a quick drive from the park. Most require a short hike - but not too difficult. Campsites all wooded and really a nice park. It is on Lake Jocassee and plenty of activities to enjoy. Big lake for water sports and Kayaking...and if you are into scuba diving that is the local place to go.
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Roan Mountain S/P in eastern TN. Lots of sites right on the Doe River.
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Take a look at the KOA in Townsend, we go there every fall. All sites have elec/water/cable/wifi, and most have sewer. Some spots back up to river. Playground, pool, hayrides, movie night, and probably the nicest showers I have seen. Less than a mile to the National Park entrance. Definitely need reservations.
I saw this location's website two days ago (and sent photos to my husband to see if he liked it) and looked at it again per your recommendation- so we have officially booked our 5 night Spring Break trip! We booked on the water with a deck.

I am working on the summer one now.

Great recommendations everyone!
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Old 01-08-2016, 09:44 AM   #40
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Alright folks... I'm so close to booking the summer trip but before I spend almost $90 a night for a spot, I wanted to ask if anyone is aware of lake beachside camping as opposed to Atlantic ocean camping. I'm really just looking to provide our family with an unforgettable vacation with swimming, mini golf, maybe an arcade and I really want water front, or a few sites away.
I'm picturing camping near something like lake Lures beach but not lake lure. We go there every year and want to explore something different.
If we don't find anything else we have narrowed our search down to Ocean Lakes, Lakewood family camground, and Myrtle Beach Travel park. Neither of us are fans of myrtle beach but those sites are the closest to the vibe I'm going for.

Thanks for any insight!
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