Labor Day is a popular vacation time. It is the end of summer and this holiday ushers in fall and the beginning of a new school year. It’s also the perfect opportunity for one last fling for the season. It’s never too early to secure a great campsite for one of the busiest three-day weekends of the year. ReserveAmerica has listed below 8 popular campgrounds where you can book now to score a sweet spot.
Black Rock State Park, Connecticut
Outdoor activities abound at this lovely park, situated within the rolling hills of the Western Highlands of Connecticut. You’ll enjoy the forests of pine, oak and hemlock as well as a pond and stream where fishing for trout is excellent. There are 439 acres to explore, and hiking is a great way to do it. Mattatuck Trail will take you from Waterbury to Morris with many side trails. The trail also connects the park with parts of the Mattatuck State Forest. As you hike, enjoy the wildlife viewing along the way, catching glimpses of deer, raccoons, and skunks. There are 75 campsites within walking distance to the pond and beach. You can even reserve a rustic cabin.
John James Audubon State Park, Kentucky
A great spot to enjoy a Labor Day weekend is the park where John James Audubon hiked and studied birds for his famous paintings. This state park in western Kentucky offers many outdoor recreation opportunities for the whole family. The golf course offers 9 holes with tree-lined fairways. You can hike the park’s hiking trails or stroll along the Audubon Wetlands boardwalk. Of course, the name of the park gives you an idea what birding must be like here. Prepare to see woodpeckers, sparrows, waterfowl, sparrows, and warblers. While you’re there, be sure to visit the John James Audubon Museum and Nature Center.
Fishermen’s Memorial State Park, Rhode Island
For your three-day weekend in Rhode Island, you’ll want to visit Fishermen’s Memorial State Park. With its seaside village atmosphere, it is truly a comfortable spot in which to camp, whether with a tent or an RV. It’s close to state beaches as well as a hop, skip, and jump from Newport where there is plenty to see and do. Just take the Block Island Ferry on a 15-minute trip. Kids will enjoy the playground, and for even more fun, there is a volleyball net, as well as basketball and tennis courts.
Cape Henlopen State Park, Delaware
This wonderful state park in Delaware provides endless adventures for the whole family. You can fill your Labor Day weekend with plenty of hiking, fishing, biking, bird watching, disc golf, and kayaking. Enjoy the ocean views, sand dunes, and watch the wildlife that makes this park their home. Here is where the Atlantic Ocean meets Delaware Bay and the area’s beauty will make this visit special. Be sure to also visit Fort Miles and the Fort Miles Museum within the park.
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Ellacoya State Park, New Hampshire
This park sits right on the shore of Lake Winnipesaukee, the largest lake in New Hampshire. With 600 feet of sandy beachfront, you’ll find terrific boating, picnicking, and swimming. You will marvel at the views across the lake where you will see the Ossipee and Sandwich Mountains. There is a boat launch where you can put small boats in the water. In this quaint, New England setting, you’ll find many trails where you can hike to your heart’s content. Visit the park store for refreshments or to get a souvenir of your stay.
Fort Stevens State Park, Oregon
One of the nation’s largest public campgrounds, Fort Stevens offers a variety of recreation adventures, including camping, beach-combing, freshwater lake swimming, hiking trails, paved biking trails, wildlife viewing and a historic shipwreck. Visitors can also visit the only Civil War era earthen fort on the west coast! The campground offers 174 full hook-up sites, 302 electric sites with water, tent, yurt, and cabin camping options.
Holliday Lake State Park, Virginia
For a perfect Labor Day weekend camping trip, visit the Holliday Lake State Park with its 150-acre lake. You’ll be in the famous Appomattox-Buckingham State Forest where you can not only go boating and fishing, but can enjoy wildlife viewing and so much more. You might reel in a trophy catch when you fish for yellow perch, bluegill, or bass. Rent a canoe or a kayak and get out on the lake to soak up some sun. You will discover a wonderful 6.7-mile loop trail around the lake. There is an array of 37 campsites to choose from and every campsite has a fire ring, grate and table.
Morrow Mountain State Park, North Carolina
You and your family will have a fabulous Labor Day getaway at this state park. If you love water activities, you will love Lake Tillery for boating, paddling, and fishing. Bring your own boat and launch it from the boat ramp, or rent a canoe or rowboat here. With over 15 miles of hiking trails and 16 miles of bridle trails, you’ll love getting out and having a great adventure. Hike from the summit of Morrow Mountain all the way to Lake Tillery. There are 106 camping sites for RVs, trailers, or tents.
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