11 Best Family Camping Spots Around the U.S.

"Set inside a vast wildlife refuge, this swamp-based campground plunges visitors into a biodiverse ecosystem where alligators, turtles, frogs, lizards, snakes, and occasional black bears are common sights. Family activities include hikes and pontoon rides for wildlife viewing, and the park’s certified dark-sky status makes nighttime nature-watching an added highlight." - Alex Schechter Alex Schechter Alex Schechter is a Los Angeles-based journalist who covers travel, food, and dining. His work has been published in The New York Times, National Geographic, Vogue, Travel + Leisure, Monocle, and Afar, among others. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines