We had to cancel the last camping trip (March) due to the unexpected death of my Dad. I know he would want us to continue on since he loved camping so much. So, last week we went to Mistletoe SP in Appling, GA.
The drive from the farm wasn't the easiest. We don't like driving the interstate unless we absolutely have to but we may want to put a few more miles on it in the future since there were so many switch backs & turns to get us there. What they say about a GA road map is very true. It probably only added 40 min. to the trip but the roads were definitely in the backwoods.
The park is beautiful, clean & very relaxing. We were on site 50 this time, again right on the lake (Clark's Hill Lake) & fairly level. The picnic table was by the camper but there was a step down to a separate level where the fire ring was. We moved the ring up closer to our sitting area & it was fine.
We walked the campground & Greg fished a bit the 1st day. We took a long hike one day (office/campground/beach trail (approx 5 miles)). Then Nelly & I did the campground loop trail (2 miles) the next day. The wind was exceptionally strong on Wed. during the day (30+ mph) & we opted to ride around & look at a few other campsites in the area.
Mostly, we just relaxed & enjoyed our surroundings.
Met a very nice couple from the Chattanooga area (Ed & Kathy). They kayaked most evenings as did lots of other people. There were also several people who had their boats tied up by their campsites & usually went for early morning & late day rides & I'm sure some fishing.
Had a goose couple visit several times the first couple of days.
Then on Thursday, we woke up to this ....
They were originally on land by the campsite but Nelly got a whiff of them & scared them into the water. We didn't see much of them after that. Otherwise Nelly relaxed most of the time too.
We brought some art along this time ... lol. We've had this thing for over 20 years. Recently found it & Greg decided to hang it from the outside kitchen.
Our TN neighbors left on Thur. & this young man moved into their spot. We didn't get a chance to talk with him but he was hammock camping & cooked his food over an open fire & made his coffee on a small propane stove. More power to him.
Here are few shots from the trees & such.
6 comments:
What a lovely looking area to camp and recreate in. Thanks for "taking us along!"
It was Mama Pea. There are many more like it w/in 3-4 hours from our home base.
What a great camping trip! I love it. My family camped a lot when I was a kid, and it made for great memories.
Leigh, We are enjoying it so far. Have five more trips planned this year.
Looks like Nelly had the right idea. Was wondering when you and Greg are going to get your kayaks and a little floatation vest for the football.
We're going to try have her ride in a bike basket first. At least if she jumps she'll land on land instead of water.
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