u/CartographerGold5538

Hey everyone! My family is planning our very first camping/RV trip and I'd love some local knowledge.

About us: Two adults + two young kids. Looking to stay within roughly 60–90 minutes from home for this first trip.

What we're after:

• Beginner-friendly, low-stress vibe
• Clean, safe, family-oriented campground
• On-site bathrooms with showers
• Kid-friendly amenities — playground, pool, lake/beach, activities, etc.

Setup we're considering:

• Renting an RV + booking a full-hookup site, OR
• Renting an on-site cabin or park model

Specifically looking for recs on campgrounds that offer:

• Full-hookup RV sites (suitable for a small/mid-size rental RV)
• On-site cabin rentals
• Strong family amenities (pools, lakes, kids' programming)

We're thinking 2–3 nights

Any "can't miss" spots for little kids especially appreciated! And if you have general tips for first-timers — best type of site to request, timing advice, mistakes to avoid

Thanks in advance!