Ten Go-To Destinations for Your Fall Camping Trip

Leaf-peeping, anyone? It's almost that time of year, when the weather gets colder, the air turns crisp and the trees turn brilliant hues of oranges, yellows and reds. It's also a great time to go camping! Our friends at Campspot put together some of the best campsites around the country to enjoy the autumn colors and weather.

The Castaways RV Resort & Campground offers a perfect pet-friendly destination for any type of camper! Whether you'll be parking the RV, pitching a tent or looking to rent a cabin, it's got it all, plus its own tiki bar and dog-friendly beach. It's also close to Assateague Island, where you can see wild horses. The best time to see the colors turn here is predicted to be in mid to late October.

In Felton, California is the Santa Cruz Redwoods RV Resort. Located next to the Henry Cowell State Park and the San Lorenzo River, it's a beautiful spot for fishing and rock climbing, as well as hiking through the beautiful redwood forests. The best time to see the leaves change here is in late October into early November.

Experience the Great Smoky Mountains National Park by staying at the Sun Outdoors Sevierville Pigeon Forge campground. With a swimming pool area, lazy river, basketball courts and dog park, you'll enjoy lovely accommodations that make for a great home base for any family that's new to camping or just wants something more substantial than a camper or a tent to sleep in. Stay here from October 5-12 to see the best fall colors.

California's wine region might not be the first destination that comes to mind when you think of camping, but that doesn't mean it's not a great destination to camp! Stay at the Wine Country RV Resort in Paso Robles, California, where you can choose from RV camping, cute cottages or a chalet to stay in. Events like wine tastings and outdoor movies are held almost every night in the wine garden, while the resort is located near the Hearst Castle and the Ravine Water Park. To see the most brilliant fall hues, visit this destination the first week of November.

Moab, Utah is always a great camping destination, but a stay at the Canyonlands RV Resort & Campground offers some of the best camping near Arches National Park. With a pool set within the region's famous red rocks and an onsite general store and gas station, you'll be supplied and ready to go hiking in no time. The campground offers cabin rentals, RV sites and tent sites for all types of campers. The best time to catch the fall foliage is the last week of September.

A visit to Myrtle Beach's newest resort experience offers something for the entire family to enjoy. The new Carolina Pines RV Resort has RV sites, campsites and cottage rentals. The site features an on-site bistro, arcade, miniature golf and the Carolina Splash Water Park, all located near the Myrtle Beach State Park and the region's other attractions. The best time for leaf-peeping here is from October 26 to November 2.

Narvon, Pennsylvania is nestled into the state's beautiful hill country. It's also where the gnome-themed Lake in Wood RV Resort is located. This pet-friendly retreat is situated along a six-acre lake and includes the Gnome Cafe and an entertainment hall with a pipe organ! This eclectic resort also provides tents, barns, yurts, treehouses and more to rent for your stay. The best time for peak fall foliage is predicted to be from October 19-26.

Those looking for a family-friendly accommodation within the wilderness near Shenandoah National Park and the Luray Caverns need look no further. Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Camp-Resort: Luray offers 73 acres of campsites, a water park, mini-golf course, gem mining experience, arcade, fishing, laser tag, sports facilities and more, all located within the Blue Ridge Mountains. For the best fall colors, visit this destination in the first and second weeks of October.

Glen, New Hampshire offers plenty of outdoor exploration, with thousands of miles of hiking trails, as well as swimming holes and underground caves to explore by kayak, canoe or tubing excursions. Stay at Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Camp-Resort: Glen Ellis to enjoy the choice of a rustic or riverfront campsite or a cabin rental. The park also has a swimming pool and an ice cream bar for guests. The best time for leaf-peeping here is the last week and a half in September.

Located between Asheville and Charlotte, North Carolina is Bostic's Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Camp-Resort: Golden Valley. This giant park offers over 600 acres of luxury cabin rentals, lodges, RV sites, glamping tents and campsites. The site also offers on-site activities like fishing, canoeing and kayaking, hiking and biking trails, laser tag and planned activities for the whole family! The best time to catch the North Carolina autumn hues is from October 5-12.