Lgbtq campgrounds
CELEBRATING 35 YEARS OF GAY CAMPING AT ITS BEST
At Jones Pond we are more than just camping! We give over 100 acres in Western Unused York State, a stunning place to enjoy nature and our first class facilities. Whether you are spending the day at the pool, taking a walk on one of our hiking trails, joining in a quick game of volleyball or enjoying our weekend dances, at Jones Pond there's something for everyone. Each weekend brings a different themed event so that no two weekends are the same. We offer a roomy array of accommodations including full service tent sites, cabins, bunk houses, a fully equipped rental RV and our fully renovated 3 bedroom guest residence for those who truly want to "rough it"!
Celebrating our 35th season as a gay-owned, member's-only, adult-male campground, at Jones Pond it's all about organism yourself. Come enjoy the beauty of innateness, spend time with old friends and make some unused ones.
We look forward to welcoming you to our park!
Matt & Bryan
If you don’t have the budget for that summer share, consider camping, glamping, or ranching for a taste of the fantastic outdoors this Summer.
You can make a reservation or look into membership at several gay campgrounds across the U.S. From clothing-optional to female-friendly, we pulled together a brief list of gay campgrounds you may want to consider visiting. Yes, we realize there are probably several more queer-welcoming campgrounds, but these are just a few thought-starters and ideas for LGBTQ+ travelers.
Campit Outdoor Resort (Fennville, MI)
Membership: $15/basic | $225/social better option for locals)
This campground is located near Saugatuck and Douglas, Michigan, which are two towns that made our list of 22 Compact LGBTQ+-Friendly Cities in the U.S. So, that bodes well for queer campers looking to stay here! And different from some LGBTQ+ campgrounds, Campit Outdoor Resort also welcomes women touting that “every weekend is a Women’s Weekend” and that they are committed to making it a vacation destination for women. The resort features a clubhouse, rec hall, game room, heated in-ground swimming pool, volleyball, horseshoes, character trails, and a
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Make your next vacation a queer camping trip in an RV
Whether to soak up nature or budget thought, your next best vacation may be a same-sex attracted camping trip in a tent or RV. Here’s how to plan and save today for that fabulous road trip.
Why should you plan a lgbtq+ camping trip?
Gay travel is a popular and profitable niche within the commute industry. A good percentage of LGBTQ influencers on Instagram and YouTube are gay travel bloggers and gay travel vloggers. A niche within the queer travel niche that’s often overlooked is gay camping and gay RVing, which are the perfect vacations for these unique times.
No doubt, you miss your international travel, too. We hear ya! But there’s much to love at home in the excellent ol’ US of A. With the CDC still cautioning about air move and the expectation that COVID may be with us to some degree for the next two to three years, the best way to watch the good ol’ US of A is on the road.
What’s a recreational vehicle or RV?
The stylish kids abbreviate “recreational vehicle” as RV. An RV is anything on wheels, such as a motorhome or trailer, with living quarters and accommodations. Accommodations is a respec
Camping as a Queer Person of Color
Hipcamp proudly supported the first-ever LGBTQ Outdoor Summit in October 2017 in Seattle, WA. Hipcamp Photographer Roz Posley attended on behalf of Hipcamp to share her trial as a queer person of color in the outdoor space. This is her story. Thanks for sharing, Roz!
Spending time outdoors should always be an opportunity to sit advocate , relax, and enjoy the natural world. Philosophers enjoy Henry David Thoreau, Rachel Carson, John Muir, and many others advised humans to get outdoors and interact with the instinctive world. In fact, they found the outdoors to be a safe haven. Nonetheless, for people who identify as LGBTQ, enjoying the outdoors isn’t always easy. As a gay polyamorous person of hue, I have firsthand life feeling outcasted, afraid, and judged while attempting to explore the outdoors. However, with years of trial, excessive research skills, and outdoor organizations that are aware of the lack of LGBTQ inclusion, it’s possible to have a good time!
Growing up, I was always outside. I loved playing in the mud, rolling in the grass, going to camp, and catching (and releasing) fireflies! So naturally, as I’ve gott
An LGBTQ, Senior Only (18+), Clothing Optional Campground
A place to share your stories
We possess everything you require for a fantastic stay
WiFI
Rural internet is not great, but we have it!
EV Charger
19kW charger for your electric vehicle
Potable Water
Leave the liquid bottles at place
Laundry
Coin operated machines available in clubhouse
Real Washrooms
Real toilets and showers, not just a hole in the ground
Hot Showers
Hot showers available in the clubhouse (coin operated)
Firewood Sales
Firewood available for sale at the office
Ice Sales
Ice available for sale at the office
A place to share your stories
Combine us for our next event
May 24 (Sat)
Welcome Back BBQ
Join us for our annual welcome back BBQ! We will be serving up burgers and hot dogs.
Jun 28 (Sat)
Disco Dance
Dust off the bell-bottoms and get ready to boogie! Unite us for a night of disco dancing at the clubhouse.
Aug 2 (Sat)
Chilli-Cookoff
Compete against your fellow campers in our annual chilli cookoff and achieve a covetted detect on the champions plaque!
Aug 30 (Sat)
Pig Roast
Join us for our annual pig roast!