Campground

/ˈkæmpɡraʊnd/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A designated area where people can set up tents or park recreational vehicles for camping.

We found a beautiful campground near the lake that was perfect for our family trip.

An area providing facilities for camping, including restrooms and picnic tables.

The campground had excellent amenities, including showers and a campfire pit.

A public or private area where campers can gather and stay overnight.

The state park's campground fills up quickly during the summer months.

A site designated for temporary lodging in tents or trailers.

Every summer, we make it a tradition to go back to the same campground in the mountains.

The term 'campground' is a compound of 'camp' (from the Old French 'camper') and 'ground'.

campground rules

The regulations and guidelines for using a campground.

state campground

A campground managed by a state for public use.

campground reservation

An advance booking made for a camping spot.

campsite

A place for setting up a tent or trailer for camping.

camper

A person who camped or a vehicle equipped for camping.

RV park

A recreational vehicle park, a specific type of campground for RVs.

The 'great outdoors'

Let's hit the campground and enjoy the great outdoors this weekend.

The woods

We're heading back to the woods for some camping.