Campground: meaning, definitions and examples

This term is often used to refer to a large area where people set up their tents or park their recreational vehicles. It's a general term that encompasses various amenities and facilities within the area.

• We reserved a spot at the campground for our family vacation.
• The campground has a pool, a playground, and a small store for supplies.

This term specifically refers to the individual area within a campground where one sets up their tent or RV. It is a designated area assigned to a group of campers.

• We found a great campsite right next to the river.
• Our campsite had a fire pit and a picnic table.

This term is similar to 'campground' and is used to describe an area designated for camping. It's often used interchangeably with 'campground' but is less common in modern usage.

• The national park has a large camping ground available for visitors.
• We spent the weekend at a beautiful camping ground in the mountains.

This term specifically refers to a spot within a campground or camping ground where campers set up their tents. It usually does not imply space for RVs or other structures.

• We were assigned a tent site close to the hiking trails.
• The tent site was grassy and had a great view of the lake.