Get ready to gobble up some fun this Thanksgiving! Campgrounds that roll out the turkey carpet for holiday campers can be found from sea to shining sea, so you're never too far from a festive feast on the road. Here are a few juicy tidbits of campgrounds and RV parks that have been known to cook up some Thanksgiving magic in the past. But remember, the holiday menu can change faster than a squirrel's snack stash, so always check with the campground or RV park directly to make sure you're up to date on all the delicious details.
KOA Santa Cruz / Monterey Bay, CA
Thanksgiving Weekend Celebration - November 24-26
Embrace your gratitude and celebrate the camping spirit! Thanksgiving will be filled with activities for campers of all ages and interests. Join in the holiday raffle, witness the magic of the Winter Wonderland lighting display, and get creative with shrinky dink crafts or coloring time. Embark on a scavenger hunt, try palm tree climbing or hop on the fun train rides. On Saturday at 4 pm, campers gather for the campground potluck, turkey is provided while guests bring a side dish or treat to share. In the evening, unwind with an outdoor movie and popcorn. For the adults, don't forget to join their delightful Wine & Cheese event on Friday from 5 to 6 pm.
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Jellystone Park
Gobble Gobble till You Wobble / Camps-giving / Friendsgiving - Select November weekends at most locations
Join your Jellystone Park family for Thanksgiving! Celebrate with your camping friends as the year comes to a close. Enjoy holiday fun for the whole family, your trip will be stuffed full of activities. Break bread at the potluck dinner on Thursday, turkey will be provided and campers bring two sides or a side and a dessert. Lace up your running shoes and get ready for the Turkey Trot race! There's plenty of beautiful destinations to choose from like Golden Valley North Carolina, San Antonio Texas, Lodi California, and more.
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Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground Orlando, FL
Every Weekend
Camping meets the magic of Walt Disney World - family fun and adventure merge into an unforgettable experience. Activities abound year round including Chip N Dale's Campfire Sing-A-Long with roasted marshmallows, horse drawn excursions, and movie nights under the stars. Additional fun includes friendly competitions like corn hole and dodgeball or take part in the poolside activities at the Meadow Swimmin' Pool. Additional special events may be announced the week of Thanksgiving.
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Hersheypark Camping Resort Hershey, PA
Hersheypark Camping Resort offers an outstanding outdoor experience, ideal for family RV camping. Enjoy various amenities such as indoor game rooms, volleyball and basketball courts, and horseshoe pits, making it a perfect destination for the entire family to have a great time. Enjoy a performance of Chicago at the Hershey Theater from 11/21-11/26 or Sarah Brightman Christmas Symphony on 11/30. Head over to the wondrous Hersheypark for amusements and rides. Stroll through over five million twinkling lights of Hersheypark's Christmas Candylane with select visits from Santa and his reindeer.
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Sun Outdoors Sarasota, FL
Thanksgiving 11/20-11/26
Enjoy the Florida sun in beautiful Sarasota at Sun Outdoors Sarasota, an award-winning vacation retreat with over 150 activities. Keeping a full schedule every week of the year, Thanksgiving has lots of themed activities and adventures. This campground has a wide array of arts and crafts projects available to kids including: sand art, popcorn tree, pilgrim hat pot and ceramic gnome painting. Kids enjoy the build-a-friend stuffed animal event as well. For those looking for a little competition, check out the domino stack, giant connect four, or twister events. Sun Outdoors provides plenty of family fun all year long.
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To all our camping readers, we extend our warmest wishes for a Happy Thanksgiving! May your journey be filled with adventure and the joy of discovery as you explore new landscapes and create lasting memories. Whether you're cooking a turkey over an open flame or enjoying a meal under the open sky, we hope you find warmth and togetherness on your camping journey. This Thanksgiving, we're grateful for the incredible community of travelers like you, and we wish you a holiday filled with gratitude, delicious bites, and the beauty of the great outdoors. Happy Thanksgiving!
