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May 12, 2008 9:39 am US/Eastern
S. Fla. Summer Fun: Camping Adventures
A One Tank Road Trip That Won't Break The Bank
MIAMI (CBS4) ―
For many families across South Florida, summer vacation means packing up the RV and hitting the open road for a camping adventure.
But this year, lots of summer road trips have been scaled back, or cancelled completely, because of the current record breaking prices at the pump.
Those looking for an affordable camping spot that is less than a tank full of gas away need not look any further than their own backyard, figuratively of course.
"I don't think people here locally really realize that this is a unique campground in that it's in a circular pod style and affords folks more room than a conventional campground would be and it's a very peaceful," said Marvin Garwood of
Larry and Penny Thompson Park & Campground in South Miami Dade.
For $25 a night, registered guests can enjoy the new swimming pool and cabana complex that's loaded with fun things to do. On the park side, there's a man made beach and a water park available for a small fee.
"For the beach and the slide area there is a $5 fee for adults, $4 for kids," said Garwood, "and I think we even have a discounted rate for seniors."
Parents travelling with little ones who are looking for more than just a pool to keep them entertained can head to
CB Smith Park and Campground in Pembroke Pines.
For $8.50, campers can enjoy the park's two water playgrounds, a pair of 400-foot slides and the Lazy River; all just a short walk from the park's new lakeside campsite.
"There are 11 new spots that are available and it comes with a new restroom facility and shower facility," said CB Smith's Brian McLauglin. "If you are a Miami resident, Palm Beach resident or Broward resident it's $25 per night."
A mini vacation at CB Smith, says McLauglin won't break the bank.
"You can spend $150 and have a great time," said McLauglin. "You can come out here and you can use the boats, the water park, you can camp, you can use the golf center which has the batting cages, mini golf and driving range, you can rent a shelter, there's a lot you can do."
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