Camping brings you closest to the land, the water, the insects, and continued financial solvency. Hostels often have camping facilities, but many campsites are designed for people with caravans (RVs), not tents. Sites cost €5-15, depending on the level of luxury. It is legal to cross private land by public rights of way; any other use of private land without permission is considered trespassing. Whenever camping, remember that bogs catch fire extremely easily.
Camping in State Forests and National Parks is not allowed, nor is camping on public land if an official campsite is in the area. It is also illegal to start campfires within 3km of these forests and parks. Caravan and camping parks provide all the accoutrements of bourgeois civilization: toilets, showers, and sometimes kitchens, laundry facilities, and game rooms. At many sites, caravans are available for hire. Northern Ireland treats its campers well; there are equipped campsites throughout the country, and spectacular parks often house equally desirable sites.
The Great Outdoor Recreation Pages (www.gorp.com) provides excellent general information for travelers planning on camping or spending time in the outdoors.
A variety of publishing companies offer hiking guidebooks to meet the educational needs of novice or expert. For information about camping, hiking, and biking, write or call the publishers listed below ...more
Staying warm, dry, and well hydrated is key to a happy and safe wilderness experience. For any hike, prepare yourself for an emergency by packing a first-aid kit, a reflector, a whistle, high-energy ...more
Good camping equipment is both sturdy and light. North American suppliers tend to offer the most competitive prices. Where To Buy It The online and mail-order companies listed below offer lower ...more
Renting an RV costs more than tenting or hosteling but less than staying in hotels while renting a car (see Rental Cars). The convenience of bringing along your own bedroom, bathroom, and kitchen makes ...more
Organized adventure tours include hiking, biking, skiing, canoeing, kayaking, rafting, climbing, photo safaris, and archaeological digs. Tourism bureaus often can suggest parks, trails, and outfitters ...more
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