Crowded campsites.
I know that campsites in popular places are always at a premium and a bit crowded, but I think we hit the ultimate this week. We are at Glacier National Park’s St. Mary’s entrance and reserved a sp...
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rbpru wrote:
I guess the moral is, just because the camp ground has large roomy lots, does not mean you will get one.
Just venting a bit I guess but it is best to expect the unexpected.
I have found Google Earth to be invaluable (in some cases) in getting an idea as to the sizes of campsites. Of course that is provided there is no/little tree cover - a downside in itself. Still, between Google Earth and campground maps I usually get a good idea, and avoid parks that can't support my needs.
I remember a trip back to Houston from Canada when I had to stop at a KOA in Louisville, and at that time I had a smaller 17' RV without slides. Well unknown to me there was a Good Sam Rally in town that week and the KOA (parking lot type, all concrete and asphalt) was jam packed so tight that most RVs could not open awnings! But we made out OK for the overnight in-transit stop and since the access was very convenient, it fit the bill perfectly. But that is not a park I would go to for any other type of stay.
