Adventure Outdoors Magazine Spring 2017 | Page 27

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true camping enthusiast either prefers touristy campsites or backcountry . The campsites that cater to tourists are more well-known campsites near civilization , where there are an array of amenities and plenty of things for the kids to do when they tag along . Backcountry camping is something quite different , entirely . Backcountry is all about seclusion , pure wilderness , and being miles away from any sort of development . Again , for a true camping enthusiast , backcountry is usually always chosen over those campsites we all know so well .
But why ? When camping , you ’ re likely to incorporate a variety of other activities into your days during the trip . You will be hiking up mountains , scaling through valleys , paddling down rivers , and poking your head – cautiously – into caves . Backcountry camping enthusiasts enjoy the thrill of doing all of these things in complete isolation . It can be considered a form of therapy for some , but for others , it is the ultimate adrenaline rush . Make your way to these top backcountry campsites that both beginners and experts alike will go crazy for .
Check out Heart Lake , located in Yellowstone National Park . You ’ ll still get a spectacular view of a geyser , it just won ’ t be Old Faithful . Its little sister , the Rustic Geyser , will provide you with amazing entertainment , and you ’ ll be secluded to enjoy it all by yourself ( mostly ). There are other campers that are aware of this spot , so if you ’ re looking for the ultimate seclusion , you may want to venture deeper into the woods . Heart Lake is surround by the tallest pine trees and there are hot springs and hiking trails to the mountains nearby . You can set up camp and head out for a daytime adventure , then return for a hot meal and a dip in the springs .