Car Camping
For many people, the idea of camping conjures up bad memories of childhood group trips. Sleeping in the mud, leaky tents, and endless supplies of mystery meat are not high on many people’s list of enjoyable vacation activities. However, camping in adulthood can be far different from the campouts of childhood. Here’s what you should know about the wonderful world of car camping.
Drive to Your Campsite
Your Certified Mercedes can take you all the way to your campsite. At many developed campgrounds, a paved or gravel road winds through the campground, passing directly in front of each site. The sites are cleared and well-developed, offering a gravel or paved driveway for your vehicle and a comfortable, level designated spot for your tent.
Electricity and Water
Most developed campgrounds offer campsites with electricity and water at the site. Be sure to bring an outdoor extension cord and power strip, as there are generally only two outlets located on a pole. You will, of course, want to protect your electronics by keeping them inside the tent. You can run the extension cord out through the tent’s front door. Just be sure to zip the tent door as far closed as possible.
The water will, of course, be cold. Nonetheless, it is potable tap water that can be heated for cooking or used as-is for drinking water, brushing teeth and freshening up.
Bath Houses
Depending on the campground, bath houses range from primitive to luxurious. However, at a minimum, most developed campgrounds now provide flush toilets, hot showers and reasonable cleanliness. Be sure to carry your own hand soap and shower necessities. A spare roll of toilet paper is always a good idea, as some campgrounds are not restocked as often as they should be.
Camping Comfort
Car camping eliminates the need to carry your belongings on your back. Therefore, feel free to live it up with all the modern amenities. Campers often bring air mattresses (don’t forget the pump!), portable televisions, propane stoves and other luxuries to make camp life smooth and comfortable. Look for a wide range of high-tech modern camping equipment at your local outdoors or sporting goods supplier.
Car camping and modern amenities have truly opened up the world of camping for many adults. If you are looking for something to do one weekend, why not consider loading up your Certified Mercedes and heading out to the country?
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