Recreational vehicles allow their owners to enjoy nature and sleep comfortably at night. "I get the camping experience with a campfire on the beach, and just steps away, is the air-conditioned camper," says Denise Kates.
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Tent camping —
When traditionalists plan a camping trip, a tent is a key ingredient.
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Backpacking —
For backpackers, even a campground can be too much civilization.
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Cabin camping (with water and power) —
Some National Park Service cabins, like this rustic cabin at the Grand Canyon Lodge (North Rim), have running water and electricity.
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Rustic cabin camping —
Holgate Public Use Cabin at Kenai Fjords National Park in Alaska has a roof and four walls but no water or electricity. Located a 2-4 hour boat trip or 35-minute flight from Seward, it's only open during the summer months.
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Backyard camping —
If you're a camping novice, consider signing up for the National Wildlife Federation's Great American Backyard Campout and learning how to do it.
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Glamping —
The elegant Feather Down Farms "tents" on small family farms in the United States and Europe have running water and luxury linens and let in just enough nature for "glampers" to enjoy the experience.
