Beach Camping Parks

Vacationing at beach camping parks has become a popular trend. While there are still those who prefer to stake their tents to a forest floor, being lulled to sleep by the gentle roar of the ocean appeals to many. Though this is a popular trend, it certainly isn't something new. There are beach camping parks all over the country, and the world for that matter. Read on for a sampling of beach camping parks.

Myrtle Beach

The Lakewood Camping Resort offers 1200 scenic lakefront, ocean front or wooded camp sites. Just about all campsites are able to accommodate RVs or tents and offer water, cable television, propane gas delivery, telephone hookup and 20, 30 & 50 amp power pedestals. You can even access the Internet! Pets are welcome and laundry facilities and bathhouses are available. Campers can also enjoy volleyball, a heated swimming pool and a whirlpool spa.

At the Myrtle Beach Travel Park the beach loving family can also enjoy oceanfront camping. This beach camping park appeals to fishermen as it offers a 17 acre freshwater lake stocked with bass and bream. It also boasts both outdoor and indoor heated pools and a lazy river. There’s also an arcade, a chapel, restaurant, snack bar and cable television. Clearly these resort parks give one the amenities of hotel while still offering the sense that a family is “roughing it.”

Florida

Camping on the Gulf Travel Park in Destin, Florida also offers the laid back lifestyle one expects from a beach camping park, but also offers some luxury amenities that allow campers to feel like they really are experiencing a resort vacation. While this isn’t a beach camping park for tent campers, those who enjoy the RV or pop-up lifestyle are certainly welcome here. Those who prefer a more rustic feel can stay in one of the travel park's many cabins. Amenities include heated swimming pool, exercise room, laundry facilities and a casting lake.

Those who wish to visit Fort Myers Beach might enjoy staying at the Red Coconut RV Resort. This beach camping park offers a club house, shuffleboard, fishing and boating, full hook ups, cable television and is located near churches, golf courses and many area restaurants.

According to their website, camping at Fiesta Key KOA in Long Key, Florida, is like camping on your own tropical island. Whether you’re sleeping in a tent, or taking advantage of one of their many Kamping Kottages, motel suites or Kamping Kabins, you’ll still feel as if you’re spending your time at a luxury family resort. Amenities include an Olympic style pool, hot tubs, full-service marina with boat ramp and live music. If you arrive on the right weekend, you might find other enjoyable activities such as a rodeo, parades, egg hunts or even a Thanksgiving potluck!

California

At Pismo Cost Village RV Resort campers can enjoy viewing the sun setting over the water while relaxing beachside. Amenities include Internet hookups, cable television, bicycle rentals, a general store, a laundromat and bicycle rentals.

For those who prefer the more primitive state park camping, Silver Strand State Beach, located in Coronado, California is the campground for you. Campers can enjoy swimming, boating, water skiing, picnicking, fishing and volleyball. Rest rooms and showers are available and all campsites come with fire rings. Wireless computer service is also available! If you’d rather avoid the crowded RV parks, this might be a nice, relaxing alternative.

Point Mugu State Park in Malibu also offers tent camping. For those who can’t leave the amenities of home behind, wireless Internet access is also available. Amenities include swimming, hiking and fishing.

Washington State

If it’s rustic, laid back camping you’re looking for, Pacific Beach State Park in Washington is perfect for your lifestyle. In addition to beachcombing, campers can enjoy hiking, fishing, clamming, bird watching and swimming.