BERNARDSVILLE, N.J.– National Hiking Day – also known as “Take a Hike Day” – is just around the bend on Monday, Nov. 17, and several Spacious Skies Campgrounds have some suggestions for campers looking to get out and cover some ground.
“Whether it’s for an all-day excursion with a backpack full of food and drink or an easy saunter down the sidewalk, we encourage everyone to simply get outside and move,” said Ali Rasmussen, co-founder of Spacious Skies Campgrounds. “With the motto ‘Take Your Indoors Outdoors,’ we always put hiking near the top of our lists.”
Nine Spacious Skies Campgrounds are open throughout the winter, and another six are seasonal operations. They are located in the East from Maine to Georgia and feature activities on-site as well as and nearby with activities such as skiing, hiking, off roading and more.
Winter-season campgrounds are located in New Hampshire, New Jersey, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee and Georgia.
Here are some suggestions for hiking near a Spacious Skies Campground in November:
Spacious Skies French Pond, Henniker, N.H.: New Hampshire’s Spacious Skies French Pond is close to Clough State Park located on the shore of Everett Lake, a 150-acre lake created when the Piscataquog River was dammed in 1962.
Spacious Skies Country Oaks, Dorothy, N.J.: Located in the southern New Jersey countryside an hour from Philadelphia and less than 40 minutes from the famed boardwalk of Atlantic City, Spacious Skies Country Oaks recommends the Peaslee Wildlife Management Area Loop. This 6.3-mile trail is considered easy with mostly flat terrain.
Spacious Skies Shenandoah Views, Luray, Va.: The nearby Shenandoah National Park has some of the best hiking in the country with more than 500 miles of trails. Pick a day hike from the list.
Spacious Skies Bear Den, Spruce Pine, N.C.: This campground is located near the Appalachian Trail. While you do not have to keep going all the way to Maine or Georgia (depending upon the direction), it is pretty cool to head out for a day hike.
Spacious Skies Hidden Creek, Marion, N.C.: Check out the trails at the Linville Gorge Wilderness Area, soften called the “Grand Canyon of the East.” This area has everything, from easy flat hikes to some of most rugged terrain in the East.
Spacious Skies Sandy Run, Fayetteville, N.C.: Nestled in the Carolina Sandhills in the heart of Cumberland County, the Fayetteville campground is minutes from I-95’s exit 44. Explore the Cape Fear Botanical Garden with 80 acres of lush vegetation and a scenic river trail.
Spacious Skies Savannah Oaks, Savannah, Ga.: Just steps from Ogeechee River, this campground is minutes from the Riverside Trails in Pooler. Check out McQueen’s Island trail, six-mile hike that was once part of a historic railroad.
Spacious Skies Belle Ridge, Monterey, Tenn.: Don’t even leave the campground. Instead enjoy hiking trails leading to caves and waterfalls on-site and a natural spring-fed swimming hole and beach.
Spacious Skies Peach Haven, Gaffney, S.C.: Surrounded by rolling hills and vast farmland in South Carolina’s Upstate, this campground is close to Cowpens National Battlefield. Walk the Battlefield Trail, a 1.3-mile featuring exhibitis the 1856 Washington Light Infantry Monument and the Green River Road.
Members of the Spacious Skies Loyalty Program, called “Cosmic Campers” can save up to 12 percent on all RV sites, cabins and other accommodations. The annual fee to join the program is $31.90. While the Loyalty Program discount cannot be combined with other discounts, the discount with the greatest savings is rewarded, providing campers with the best possible deal on their stay.
Spacious Skies Campgrounds owns and operates 15 unique campgrounds across the Eastern United States, stretching from the scenic shores of Maine to the rolling hills of Georgia, as well as the natural beauty of Tennessee. Each location offers well-equipped RV sites, with many also featuring glamping options such as cozy yurts, charming cabins, or retro-style trailers.
Nestled near a wide range of outdoor recreation and local attractions, Spacious Skies Campgrounds are designed for adventurers and relaxation-seekers alike.
To learn more, visit www.spaciousskiescampgrounds.com.
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