Camping

There are some beautiful spots in Missouri just waiting for your tent—no campsite fees required.

Or maybe there's something I'm not getting about the whole "sitting on a plastic chair in the woods getting bit by mosquitoes while drinking lukewarm beer" experience.

It's no secret that bears are becoming more common in Missouri, but how many official sightings have there really been? I found several maps that show how many and where bears have been spotted in Missouri and they're slightly terrifying.

The truth is there are a half dozen Wisconsin places that could have made this camping spot list, but one has risen above the rest (quite literally). It's a Wisconsin park that is full of waterfalls that was just named one of America's top 10 camping spots.

If you want to camp in one of America's best spots, you don't need to travel far in Illinois as one of the newest top 10 is in the heart of the Land of Lincoln.

I sometimes wonder why the state of Missouri issues warnings that should be common sense and this is a great example. Missouri conservation authorities are saying that residents really should stop feeding bears. Well, duh.

Experience the beauty of Illinois' lakeside campgrounds. Perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, these spots offer a range of activities for all ages to enjoy.

Discover a luxurious twist on camping in Chicago with rooftop glamping at The Gwen hotel!

If you'd like to know what has to happen to cause a Missouri bowhunter to leave his campsite and go stay in a hotel, let me tell you the story of how he woke up hearing strange breathing outside of his tent and then a blood-curdling scream.

Missouri does not lack great locations to go camping, but there are specific things that those with RV's look for. Where is the best RV campground in the state? Here are the 10 that the net says are the highest-rated.