Why Camp Parks Are Great For Vacations With Friends

There’s something subtly exciting about packing up, heading into the woods, and doing… almost nothing. No rigid itineraries. No ticking clocks. Just you, your people, and a bunch of trees. That’s the pull of a camp park. And when you’re going with another family—friends you actually like spending time with—it’s the kind of vacation that makes the ordinary feel wildly special.

A Natural Playground For All Ages

Keeping both adults and kids happy on the same vacation is a small miracle. Camp parks get you closer. The outdoors, with all its unscheduled joy, does most of the heavy lifting. Kids sprinting between pine trees. Adults nursing coffee on picnic tables. The not-so-occasional game of tag turning into an impromptu mud bath. These aren’t curated experiences—they’re just what happens when you put people and nature in the same place and let them breathe.

Built-In Community, Private Space

Being near people doesn’t always mean being with them. That’s what makes camping with another family feel so natural. You can stake out neighboring sites or cozy up in side-by-side cabins and still keep your own rhythm. Need quiet time? Take a walk, sneak a nap, or read with your feet up in a hammock. Want company? Knock on the cooler and ask what’s for dinner. It’s the kind of together-apart vibe you don’t get in hotels or Airbnbs. There’s no pressure to entertain or impress—just shared space and easy energy.

Budget-Friendly And Flexible

The reality is that traveling with two families can get pricey fast. Flights, restaurants, theme parks—it all adds up. But camp parks? They’re chill. You can split groceries, tag-team dinners, and sleep under the stars without emptying your bank account. Not everyone has to rough it either. Some people bring tents, others book a cabin, someone rolls up in an RV. It’s all good. At some RV parks, you even get perks like warm showers, decent Wi-Fi, and maybe even a pool. It’s camping, sure—but with options.

Shared Experiences, Stronger Bonds

The thing about campfires is, they pull people in. Conversations that start with “pass the marshmallows” can go surprisingly deep. Kids figure each other out quickly—games get invented, forts get built, the shy one becomes the loud one. And adults? They finally get the chance to talk like humans again. Not just parents or coworkers. Real people, laughing in the dark under the starts. Camping holidays are all about the experiences.

Easy To Plan, Hard To Forget

You don’t need a travel agent. Or a spreadsheet. You just pick a place, check the weather, and show up. Pack some layers. Make sure the coffee is strong. Get ready to be surprised by how little you actually need. These kinds of trips—where no one’s rushing and the biggest decision is who’s starting the fire—tend to stick with you. Long after the tents come down, you’ll remember the sound of your kids laughing together, the quiet mornings, the way your friends looked with sunlight on their faces and nowhere to be.

About the author
Mark Stoneman
Hi! My name is Mark! I have been a resident of Door County for almost ten years now, and I'm glad to help you say "Hello" to Door County. I believe that travel helps to change lives, and because of that, I want to help you improve your life through travel.