I recently rode 9 hours ( only taking short breaks a fuel stops) into the night-because the campsite I planned to use was closed for season. If temps exceed 90F it sure saps your desire for full days in saddle. Got a hotel for the night. Hot shower and a bed let me mentally reset to continue on in a good mood.
I have dealt with camping indecision many times. What I have found is you will rarely not find a perfect campsite. Because of that I just accept whatever is suitable -- the earlier the better. A lot of times what I think are bad sites turn out pretty good once you get set up.
I’ve found in utah if out of town 5-10 miles and not fenced I camp there. But I usually find a place an hour before dark and leave in the dark. I ride. Camping is just a necessity so I can ride. Same with cobdr. Grab a hamburger and head out and just find a space for bike and tent. Pretty easy. I would have picked the first site. If hot. Going to a hotel.
You're absolutely right. The first site would have been the right choice. But I'm from the west coast and I'm used to camping in the woods, so I was looking for more shelter from the wind. Live and learn.
This was fun.
I recently rode 9 hours ( only taking short breaks a fuel stops) into the night-because the campsite I planned to use was closed for season. If temps exceed 90F it sure saps your desire for full days in saddle. Got a hotel for the night. Hot shower and a bed let me mentally reset to continue on in a good mood.
I did the same on the last night of this trip. Even though I love camping, sometimes I need those amenities.
I have dealt with camping indecision many times. What I have found is you will rarely not find a perfect campsite. Because of that I just accept whatever is suitable -- the earlier the better. A lot of times what I think are bad sites turn out pretty good once you get set up.
I think that's the real lesson. If a site meets the minimum criteria, better to stop early.
I’ve found in utah if out of town 5-10 miles and not fenced I camp there. But I usually find a place an hour before dark and leave in the dark. I ride. Camping is just a necessity so I can ride. Same with cobdr. Grab a hamburger and head out and just find a space for bike and tent. Pretty easy. I would have picked the first site. If hot. Going to a hotel.
You're absolutely right. The first site would have been the right choice. But I'm from the west coast and I'm used to camping in the woods, so I was looking for more shelter from the wind. Live and learn.
Where is beautiful BC when you need it aye 🤣