It’s National Campfire Day! Just a few hours drive away in your new Atlantic Hyundai vehicle and you’ll be in the Adirondacks, the Catskills, or the Hudson Valley, leaving all the hustle-and-bustle of metropolitan life behind, and ready to get in touch with nature. If you prefer to keep the drive short, we’ve got plenty of options for you right here at home.
Want to keep it local? Here’s great places to camp on Long Island!
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Battle Row Campground - Bethpage NY
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Eastern Long Island Kampground - Greenport NY
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Nickerson Beach Campground - Lido Beach NY
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Smith Point County Campground - Mastic Beach NY
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Wildwood State Park - Wading River NY
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Sears Bellows County Park - Hamptons Bays NY
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Cathedral Pines County Park - Middle Island NY
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Peconic River Campground - Calverton NY
Camping Supplies and Packing
Planning a family camping trip might seem like a challenge, but we’re here to help make it a breeze. Soon you’ll be smelling that fresh mountain air, feeling the crunch of dirt under your feet on the trails, and roasting soft and gooey marshmallows over the open fire.
Check out our list of tips and tricks for family camping for helpful ways to pack and prepare.
You don’t need to own a trunk full of camping gear in order to enjoy the great outdoors, as there are plenty of campsites that provide all that you need, but here’s a list of some camping essentials basics just in case.
Recommended Campsite Supplies:
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A family sized tent (9 person, 6 person) with a screened in “porch” area to protect from bugs, pests, and rain
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An outdoor tarp or rainfly
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Basic toiletries: sunscreen, toothbrush/toothpaste, environmentally friendly soap/shampoo, toilet paper, wipes, disinfectants
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Camping stove and cooking supplies with bottled water
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First Aid Kit and OTC medications and any personal meds
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Cast iron cookware (enameled or cast iron only)
Learn how to make a campfire in these Easy Steps thanks to Smokey the Bear and his safety procedures! Looking for even more campfire tips? Check out this list from Reserve America.
Here’s a list of Campfire Friendly Recipes to try:
Can’t go camping outdoors? Check out these indoor camping and fort ideas!
Queue up some fiery, campfire videos at home in your living room to create ambiance, make a DIY felt campfire! You can even have a living room campout with your date, your friends, your kids, or whomever! Check out this fabulous easy-to-follow list of steps or this great list of 16 more ideas on living your best indoor camping experience.
LIFE HACKS FOR KIDS: Tips for Camping Indoors
“Life hacker Sunny is back and she is hitting the great indoors. She shows you how to camp indoors from where you sleep to what you eat. Find out all the great hacks here for your very own indoor adventure!”
