campsite

or camp-site

[ kamp-sahyt ]

noun

1. a place used or suitable for camping. camp.

Word History and Origins

Origin of campsite¹

An Americanism dating back to 1905–10; camp ¹ + site

Example Sentences

Homeless prison leavers include those rough sleeping, staying in night shelters, campsites or squatting.

From BBC

They include 15,000 campsites and 5,200 miles of trails — and you can get into every single one of them with this handy little pass.

From Los Angeles Times

A camper in Montana who was initially reported to have died in a bear attack was murdered by a stranger he welcomed to share his campsite and offered a beer, officials said.

From BBC

“And you get to the campsite and put your feet up and it’s just magnificent. As long as you keep putting one foot in front of the other, you’ll get there in the end.”

From Los Angeles Times

While an inn isn’t as thrifty as a $25-a-night campsite, it sure is more comfortable.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• campground