We often think of camping trips as being relatively inexpensive but there's no doubt that campsite fees have been increasing in recent years.
In this article we take a look at how you can go about finding cheaper campsites.
The cost of camping trips is an interesting subject, with prices varying considerably.
Some people have reported that they've saved up to 75% of the cost of a campsite simply by driving for a few miles to find a cheaper alternative.
If you want to get the best deals then how should you go about it? The first thing to say is that cheap sites needn't be of a poor quality - there are plenty of bargains to be found if you're prepared to look hard enough.
Fortunately, the internet can provide a great starting point.
You'll find that an increasing number of campsites have an online presence.
These websites can provide a useful starting point.
They help you to identify site locations and may also give an overview of the type of facilities on offer.
The most useful websites are likely to be of a completely different variety.
These will be those where previous visitors review campsites and give you an honest view of their pros and cons.
Such information can be really useful when it comes to find cheaper sites that offer a decent standard of facilities.
What other ways are there to find the real bargains? Word of mouth can be really important.
Few opinions are likely to be more useful than those of people that you already know and trust.
Ask family and friends about their camping experiences - are there any locations that they would be prepared to recommend.
Finding the best deals is all about gathering as much information as possible.
By putting yourself in a position where you have the maximum available knowledge, you'll have a much better chance of making a sensible, informed decision.
There are plenty of great cheap campsites around.
There's absolutely no reason why you can't take advantage of one.