Planning to take the family out for a week in July. Need something with easy access for the kids but not so touristy that it's packed. We like fishing if there's a stream nearby. Anyone have recommendations? First time really camping with kids under 10 so trying to keep it realistic.
That sounds like an awesome trip. We do a lot of camping here in Asheville and honestly the best spots are the ones you stumble upon by talking to locals at bait shops. They always know where the good fishing is and where the families tend to go.
Joey here from Denver - definitely check out Golden Gate Canyon State Park if you haven't yet. Great fishing spots, tons of trails for the kids, and way less crowded than Rocky Mountain NP in July. We take ours out there all the time.
July is perfect timing. Echo Lake is incredible if you want higher elevation and cooler temps. One heads up - it gets packed on weekends so get there early or go mid-week.
We did a week camping near there a couple summers ago. Barr Lake has great easy access and the kids loved it. Not too remote but feels like you're actually out there.
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How old are the kids? That changes everything for camping difficulty. My two are still at the age where sleeping in a tent is basically a novelty so they'll do anything.