Camping doesn't have to be primitive, and we already know that it can be inexpensive, but with costs on the rise, we wanted to see just how budget-wise we could do it and still be comfortable. Here are some little known places that you'll want to know about, as well as some things we found helpful in getting there. It had over 6300 listings of places to camp, and while some of the ones we checked out had changed in status - it was still a very helpful tool for us. When we selected places to stay we backed them up with alternative sites just in case, as well as KOA Campgrounds which we could always depend upon. One thing we liked about Wright's Guide was that it got us into some areas we normally would have missed.
Some listings have facilities, others have none.
We also used a current AAA book which provided more traditional campgrounds. It provided a secluded site and while we found no deer, turkey or wild pigs, as indicated for the area, it did have a nice hiking trail and plenty of firewood. The next night found us near Galex, VA and rolling country next to a creek amongst flowering rhododendron - this Free camping thing was getting interesting. The next morning, mountain mist provided wonderful early photography and cool refreshing travel through the mountains. Next stop Mt. Rogers, in Jefferson National Forest - the first listing with toilets, tables and fresh water, although the water for some reason was shut down.