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To Camp or to Camp... Do BOTH!!!
There's this definition of "camp"... a place where an army or other group of persons or an individual is lodged in a tent or tents or other temporary means of shelter.
And then there's this definition... something that provides sophisticated, knowing amusement, as by virtue of its being artlessly mannered or stylized, self-consciously artificial and extravagant, or teasingly ingenuous and sentimental.
Fortunately for us here in Vermont there are several places nearby where we can do both! And by nearby I mean under 8 hours worth of driving.
Whether you want to rent a cabin, bring a camper or hey - pitch a tent - go for it.
Here's a listing of campgrounds in Maine, Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania and Quebec that cater to a glbt crowd. This information was gathered from two websites, CampGay and Gay Campers. If you know of, or find others, leave a comment below!!!
MAINE
Beaver Dam Campground, 551 Route 9, Berwick, ME 03901 Phone (207) 698-2267 Email: camp@beaverdamcampground.com A traditional family campground in a quiet countryside setting for RV's and tents with a 20 acre spring fed lake, some water front campsites and a sandy swimming beach. The wooded campground has 26 full hook-up sites, 30/50 electric and 35 sites with electric and water, modern bath house with showers and dump station. Gay friendly, frequented by gay clientele, in-ground pool, camp store, recreation hall, volleyball court, boat dock and fishing (no license). Each year the campground is closed to the general public the weekend before Columbus Day for a Women's Weekend. Owned and operated by family. Website: http://www.beaverdamcampground.com/
Twin Ponds Lodge, Albion, ME, (207) 437-2200, Email: stay@twinpondslodge.com. 800 square foot indoor heated pool, 14-person hot tub, large sauna, steam room, large great room with seating for socializing, eating, enjoying the large screen satellite television, ping-pong, or billiards. There is also a gym/exercise room. There are acres of lawn and woods complete with a network of trails to explore. We welcome all men, whether gay, straight, or bisexual. Website: http://twinpondslodge.com/
Blue Moose Campground, 405 Carthage Road (Route 142), Carthage, ME 04224-3205 Phone (207) 562-4658 Email: amzyscott@msn.com A members only, alternative lifestyle campground on thirty acres of woods and meadows on the Web River near Mt Blue State Park. It has river front tent camping, a swimming hole and is a one hour drive from Portland and Augusta. A peaceful, comfortable place for gay and lesbian campers to relax and enjoy the out of doors. The camping area has several full hook-up RV sites and primitive tent sites, shower house and dump station. Gay and Lesbian but all are welcome, 21+, swimming, pavilion, trails and general store. Website: http://www.bluemoosecampground.com
Maple Hill Farm Bed and Breakfast Inn, RR1 Box 1145, Outlet Road, Hallowell, ME 04347 Phone (207) 622-2708 Email: stay@MapleBB.com Rustic camping is available down by the clothing optional swimming hole on this beautiful 130 acre farm with very private tranquil fields and woods that is the home of one of "30 Great US Inns" according to Travel and Leisure magazine. Bathroom facilities with shower are available at the inn. Optional breakfast available. Gay Friendly with a large gay following. Website: http://www.MapleBB.com/
CampCamp, mailing address: 8 Perkins Ave, Hyde Park, MA 02136 Phone (888) 924-8380 Email: campcampinfo@msn.com A summer camp just like in the old days but for GLBT adults. Activities include mountain biking, pottery, hiking, crafts, adventure course, lake swimming, stained-glass, fishing, painting and drawing, canoeing, jewelry, sailing, tennis, theater, softball, volleyball, windsurfing, yoga and more. A sex positive adventure but not sex focused. Cabins with bunks, individual showers, guests 55% men and 45% women, 80% single, in age from 18 to 70 but mostly from late 20's to early 40's. Great food, Great activities, Great friends. Check the website for camp dates. Website: http://www.campcamp.com/
MASSACHUSETTS
Coastal Acres Camping Court, P O Box 593, Provincetown, MA 02657 Phone (508) 487-1700 A full service wooded campground "In the shelter of Cape Cod's sandy arm" for RV's and tents, electric and water, restrooms with showers. Provincetown is very gay in the summer and town is a fifteen minute walk away. Gay and Lesbian friendly, close to beaches, open April 1st to November 1st, reservations a must in July and August.
Website: http://www.coastalacres.com/
NEW YORK
Jones Pond Campground and RV Park, 9835 Old State Road, Angelica, NY 14709 Phone (585) 567-8100 Email: info@jonespond.com A men only, membership campground 70 miles south of Buffalo and Rochester on 117 acres located in the rolling hills of the Genesee Valley. Large lots for RV's and tents with electric and water, log cabin rental, guest house and restrooms with showers. Men only, clothing optional, heated swimming pool, club house, food court, handicap accessible, DJ and bonfires on weekends, nature trails, open May 1st through October 1st, maps and directions on the website. Owned and operated by family.
Website: http://www.jonespond.com/
Yellow Lantern Kampground, 1770 Route 13 North, Cortland, NY 13045 Phone: (607) 756-2959 Email: YLKinCORT@aol.com A family campground on a forty acre complex in the heart of the seven valleys in beautiful cental New York with wooded and waterfront campsites on the Tiougnioga River just one mile off I-81. The campground has sites with electric and water for tents and RV's, 40 RV sites with full hook-up, phone hook-ups, restrooms with showers, laundry and two dump stations. A family campground that is gay and lesbian friendly, swimming pool, recreation hall, volleyball court, basketball court, Bocce Ball court, horse shoes, childrens playground and wading pool. A partner is family. Website: http://www.bbonline.com/newyork/yellowlantern/
The Inn at Serenity Farms, 386 Pollard Place, Green, NY 13778 Phone (607) 656-4659 Email: nyserenity@aol.com A private, membership camping area for RV's and tents on a beautiful, serene, 100 acre, upstate New York farm associated with a unique B&B inn. The camping area includes all the facilities of the B&B which include bathrooms with showers, pool, hot tub, recreation room with fireplace and videos. Gay friendly, day passes, owned and operated by family. Website: http://www.geocities.com/WestHollywood/6173/SERENITY/
Rainbow Woods Campground, P O Box 853, Schroon Lake, NY 12870 Phone (518) 532-9728 Email: rbw1@nycap.rr.com A membership campground with a country atmosphere to relax and unwind on the Schroon River in the beautiful Adirondak mountains for RV's and tents, seasonal sites, 5th wheel rentals, electric and water, new bathhouse with showers. Gay, swimming, pool, canoe rental, nature hikes, beach for sun bathing.
Website: http://www.rainbowwoodscampgrounds.com/
PENNSYLVANIA
Camp Davis, 311 Redbrush Road, Boyers, PA 16020 Phone (724) 637-2402 Email: CampD@aol.com A private, membership only, clothing optional campground on twenty nine secluded acres with a stream and the natural beauty of scenic western Pennsylvania, just a short drive from Pittsburgh. A place to be yourself, relax, have fun and meet new friends. The camping area has sites for RV's and tents, some with electric, wooded sites available along the creek, seasonals, camping cabins, trailer rental, restrooms with showers. Gay/Lesbian, day passes, swimming pool and patio, dancing and recreation at the Last Chance Garage, scheduled events, volleyball court, hiking and camp store. Owned and operated by family.
Website: http://www.campdaviscampground.com/
Hillside Campground, Gibson, PA, Mail: P O Box 726, Binghamton, NY 13902 Summer phone (570) 756-2007 NO phone reservations on Friday. Email: webmaster@hillsidecampgrounds.com A members only, wooded campground in the mountains, a private gay setting where you can be yourself on over 225 acres that includes a 45 acre safe, secure play area isolated from the outside world. Campsites are located along a shaded creek that runs through the campground, most sites have electric and water, camping cabins, modern restrooms with showers. Men only, 21+, clothing optional throughout, swim, sunbath or relax with friends around the sparkling clean in-ground swimming pool, hike on over three miles of camp roads, volleyball, a Rec. hall that has a disco on Friday and Saturday nights or for the non-dancers star gaze around the huge bon fire between 9 pm and 2 am, food service, BYOB, very popular, weekends are sold out, reservations required. Campground open May through September. Membership cards issued at the campground. Owned and operated by family. Website: http://www.hillsidecampgrounds.com/
The Woods Campground, 845 Vaughn Acres Lane, Lehighton, PA 18235 Phone (610) 377-9577 Email: info@thewoodscampground.com A new in 2004, private, members only, alternative lifestyle campground on 100 wooded acres with a stream and three acre lake in the Lehigh Valley, providing a secluded getaway destination unlike any other. Spacious wooded campsites for RV's, the sites accomodate large units and Class A motorhomes, and tents with electric and water, seasonal sites, cabins, restrooms with showers. Gay/Lesbian 18 years+, swimming pool, clothing optional, clubhouse with covered patio that has a cafe, billiards and fireplace, campstore, nature trail, paddleboat and scheduled events. Reservations can be made on the website. Owned and operated by family. Website: http://www.thewoodscampground.com
Oneida Camp and Lodge, P O Box 537, New Milford, PA 18834 Phone (570) 465-7011 Email: information@oneidaresort.com The resort is on 100 acres at the top of the Endless Mountains in NE Pennsylvania and has been serving the gay community for over 20 years. A campground with secluded campsites for RV's and tents, water and electric, restrooms wirh showers, clubhouse with disco, lodge with rooms and rental cabins. Primarily Gay but Lesbians are welcome, swim in the crystal clear waters of East Lake, sauna, fitness center, pool hall, TV lounge, clothing optional. website: http://www.oneidaresort.com
Quebec
Plein Bois Camping, west of Montreal, Telephone: (450) 459-4646 Fax: (450) 459-9417, Toll free from US and Canada: 1 (888) 459-4646, Contact us: info@campingpleinbois.com. Restaurant, Trailer rentals, Ice and fire wood available on site. Fully licensed and air-conditioned discotheque, Swimming pools (1 heated), terraces and bars, Renovated bathrooms, free showers, Laundry, dumping stations, Playground (volley-ball, croquet, bowling-green, horse-shoes, pool table, etc.), High-speed internet access (service plans available at the front office), computer access, Weekly activities. Walking and hiking trails on the mountain, Bird watching on Mount Rigaud. Men only. Website: http://www.campingpleinbois.com/
I have been to The Woods in PA - and it is a ton of fun.