When family lives eleven hours away, sometimes ya just gotta get creative, find a halfway point, and meet up for a few nights. And sometimes, those meet ups are the reason you fall in love with a new campground. Such was the case for us this past Spring.
My husband has family in North Carolina, and as the kids become more involved with their extracurriculars, it’s been increasingly more difficult to carve out a week to visit them. This year, we vowed to see each other over spring break, even if we would couldn’t make it to the Tar Heel State, and so we ended up at a Yogi Bear Jellystone Campground in Chincoteague, Virginia. Not only was this exactly halfway between each of our hometowns, but it also boasted cabins for both of my sister in laws, who don’t have campers… yet.
We arrived on a Monday. Check in was a breeze and the site was a standard pull through. Nothing fancy, but for an additional cost, they offered pull through sites with a patio and table. Parts of the campground seemed to be under construction, but it didn’t interfere with our stay at all. We were more than satisfied with the site.
Now, onto to the good stuff. If you’ve ever camped with kids, I’m sure you’ll agree that while you don’t really NEED amenities, it’s a much more enjoyable experience if the campsite provides them. At this particular Jellystone, Maui Jack’s Water Park must be a certain draw for families with young children. We were there before the season’s opening (Memorial Day), so we didn’t have a chance to experience the water slides, but I would love to revisit during the summer season and see it in all its glory. The campsite also has a pool (closed during our stay), a jumping pillow (the highlight of the week), a playground, and a community center with activities. Our crew also enjoyed renting a golf cart and using it to explore camp. *Note: during the Spring Season, water activities are closed, and staff-led activities are limited.*
Seems pretty standard for a Jellystone, so why did I fall in love? It was the adorable little town of Chincoteague - It won me over with its charming homemade ice cream shops, and family owned mini golf courses. All of which you can ride your bike to. (*Bring bikes! Or you can rent them from the campground.*) While most adults bask in the silence and simplicity of camping, I have found that kids need to break up the monotony with some type of activity. That being said, the ability to ride our bike to the Island Creamery for a scoop of ice cream, or down the street for a lively (and competitive) game of mini golf was an added bonus. I was ALL ABOUT the nostalgic seaside vibes that pulsed throughout the streets of Chincoteague.
I should also mention that the Chincoteague Wildlife Refuge and Beach is a short ten minute drive from the campground. Along this ride, you’ll want to keep your eyes peeled for the wild horses that graze in the long grasses along the route. Be prepared to stop every once in a while to take in the sight. It’s pretty wild. Literally.
This one was a two thumbs up for the Wilks in the Wild. We will be back!
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