Barbecues allowed: Campsites in Southern USA

Crockett Family Resort

• Friendly lakeside park set among East Texas pines near Crockett town
• Within easy reach of Ratcliff Lake Recreation Area's swimming beach
• Fishing for bass, catfish, crappie and bream in the park's own lake

Travelers Campground

• Relaxed campsite off I-75, five minutes’ drive from Alachua, Florida
• A 15-minute drive to Poe Springs Park; Ginnie Springs 25 minutes
• Rescue animals, heated outdoor pool and a snacks shop at reception

Beaver Lakes Campground

• Dog-friendly mountainous wildlife haven in West Virginia
• A 20-minute drive to Summersville Lake and the Tri Rivers Rail Trail
• Six ponds on site and hiking trails across 250 acres; food shop nearby

Barefoot Bay RV Resort and Marina

• Spacious RV pitches on the banks of Lake Bob Sandlin
• A 10-minute drive from central Pittsburg; wineries close by
• Clubhouse, fishing, dog park and watersports rentals on site

Indian Hills Nudist Park

• Private gated park 45 minutes' drive from New Orleans
• Pool, hot tub, regular events and clubhouse with games and log fire
• Stocked ponds for fishing and nature trails for walking

Linville Falls Campground & Cabins

• Peaceful park set among mature oak forest, rivers, creeks and gorges
• Under 10 minutes' drive from famed Linville Falls and gorge
• Fish for rainbow, brown and brook trout in nearby rivers and creeks

Bankersmith Campground and RV Park

• Scenic Texas site with hilltop views, water features and tall grass
• A 20-minute drive outside of Fredericksburg; an hour to Horseshoe Bay
• Direct access to hiking trails; a short walk from a historic saloon

Canyon Cove

• Friendly family-run park three miles from the shores of Canyon Lake
• Surrounded by vineyards and close to river tubing and canoeing
• Two well-stocked fishing ponds plus 20-acre hiking wilderness

Short Mountain Distillery Campground

White Acres Campground

• Spacious and leafy site set among the distilleries of Bourbon Country
• Less than 50 minutes' drive from Louisville
• Fishing, golf, tennis and outdoor pool nearby

Leisure Lane RV Resort

• Well-maintained park with a country feel but close to the city
• Peaceful gated community 15 minutes from Conroe and 45 from Houston
• Fishing pond, pool, spa, clubhouse, gym, library and activities

Old Town Campground

• Retreat for adults over 50 only
• Enjoy the Nature Coast Greenway Trail
• Relax in Suwannee River Country

On The Buffalo

• Wild camping by the Buffalo River in rural Lewis County, Tennessee
• A 20-minute drive to the Natchez Trace Parkway and Hohenwald
• Dark-skies site with river frontage; shops 20 minutes’ drive

Country Sunshine RV Park

• Quiet and peaceful country setting among mature trees and shade
• Safe neighbourhood 15 minutes' drive from Evergreen
• Firepits, barbecue grills, picnic tables and a gazebo with swing

Eco-Ranch Sustainable Living Center

• Large, scenic campsite with an off-grid, eco-friendly approach
• In south Texas, 45 miles from Big Bend National Park
• Secluded pitches on a working poultry, goat and aquaponics ranch

Pioneer River Resort

• Family-friendly site on the banks of the Medina river in Bandera
• 45 minutes' drive from San Antonio
• Fishing, centrally located outdoor pool, hot tub and playground

Shadrack Campground

• Spacious, shady park surrounded by wooded hills
• Clubhouse, shop and 24-hour laundry
• One mile from Bristol Motor Speedway

Deerwood Inn Campground

• Family-run and quiet site on a 16-acre estate
• Free wifi, playground, games room and TV room
• Barbecue area and covered pavilion for parties

River Vista RV Park

• Leafy and scenic 55+ resort on the banks of the Little Manatee River
• A 35-minute drive from Tampa, St Petersburg; 40 minutes from Sarasota
• Heated pool, boat ramp, fishing pier, shuffleboard and entertainment

Mystic Pass