Primitive Camping at Caledon State Park Virginia

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@RVAHikerGirl 3 жыл бұрын

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@BLOTOUTDOORSSHOW 3 жыл бұрын

Ha ha be careful sitting down next time, i was waiting for you to fall out of your hammock as well lol 😆 What a beautiful place for a camping trip, great video all the best Chris 👍

@RVAHikerGirl 3 жыл бұрын

JByrd is the one that falls out of hammocks and flips completely over. Ha Ha! I had put drift wood under the legs so it wouldn't sink in the sand and the chair slipped off. At least I had a soft landing in the sand!

@TeaInValhalla 3 жыл бұрын

Hello and good morning RVA Hiker Girl, so sorry we missed the premier, we had crashed out this side of the pond! Still a welcome treat to join you this morning, what a fantastic video, the tree are immense! You and Kat would have a field day, or a forest day! Cracking camp, we to always carry our water too, luckily no bears over here! Thanks for the video and sharing your trip with is, have a great week, Ceri and Kat ♥️☕🏕🌲🌳

@RVAHikerGirl 3 жыл бұрын

Good morning back at ya! Glad you stopped by this morning to take a look at my latest. Appreciate ya! Sent you an Insta message fyi about a possible mini collab if you're interested.

@TeaInValhalla 3 жыл бұрын

@@RVAHikerGirl sounds interesting, thanks RVA! I just finished work, will check that out this evening 👍🤜🤛

@MetroOnTheMove 3 жыл бұрын

Very cool that you saw a bald eagle on trail! Too funny with the chair on the beach! Nice to have State parks like this when they have campsites that off the beaten path. Cool to have privacy versus standard State Park campsites that can be super packed.

@RVAHikerGirl 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve only seen 1 other bald eagle while hiking before so I was like a little kid tripping over every stick on the ground because I didn’t want to take my eyes off of him! I don’t do busy campgrounds I prefer the solitude of stealthing whenever possible. Thanks for checking out my video!

@suztube9458 3 жыл бұрын

Wow! So serene. Cool tent. Thank you!

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks SuzTube! I loved the solitude of this one. Disconnect to reconnect.

@BackpackingwithBuckley 3 жыл бұрын

That river is so nice! The MONSTER trees too! Really great place and fun video!

@RVAHikerGirl 3 жыл бұрын

Those big trees are my fav for sure. Even time I go there they always amaze me over and over. Thanks for checking out my video Buckley!

@AlaskanAmblers 3 жыл бұрын

Really wonderful video. LOL, those chairs do the same thing when we try them in the sand in Hawaii! They need to have attachments so the feet don't dig into the sand. Patent, anyone? Nice sunset. Looks like some great camping where you can just relax and enjoy nature. I liked the pauses for sound -- that is a big part of the experience, that videos don't often capture well.

@RVAHikerGirl 3 жыл бұрын

Helinox actually makes a sand guard for those chairs with a netting structure on the bottom. I was on a piece of driftwood and the chair slipped off sinking into the sand. It was pretty funny. Senior Hiker 77 has the netting and he said it works. (Just 1 more thing to carry right?) Thanks I do love music, but I like always making sure the true sounds of what is around me comes thru as well. Appreciate the watch. ~RVA~

@SlonesWildernessExpeditions 3 жыл бұрын

Looks like a beautiful park, love the campsites right by the river!

@RVAHikerGirl 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for stopping by and checking out my video. The forest is magnificent there! Water next to a campsite always = a win win in my book!

@whatsthatguydoin8603 3 жыл бұрын

Looks like a great time.

@RVAHikerGirl 3 жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed this place so much. A very relaxing place to beat the summer heat!

@FOLLOWINGWALKERSWORLD 3 жыл бұрын

Ride was perfect carrying all that water. Beautiful place. Enjoyed the video. 👍✌️

@RVAHikerGirl 3 жыл бұрын

It was nice to hitch a ride as hot as it was too. I wasn't going to say no to that on this one. Thanks Tom!

@gerrymcveigh 3 жыл бұрын

The shores of the Potomac look absolutely beautiful. That was a lovely sunset from your cool campsite in Caledon State Park. Sounds like it was great for seeing all that wildlife too😊 A great trip👍

@RVAHikerGirl 3 жыл бұрын

Yes the wildlife was incredible there! Thanks so much for watching all the way from Ireland.

@gerrymcveigh 3 жыл бұрын

☘️😊

@bangWarkop 3 жыл бұрын

Wonderful

@RVAHikerGirl 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! 🥰

@KrizAkoni 3 жыл бұрын

I definitely need to visit this place.

@RVAHikerGirl 3 жыл бұрын

Let me know if you go I'll come meet you if I'm not hiking, LOL!

@AlanMETALMAN 3 жыл бұрын

Beach camp looked and sounded great and those feet looked real relaxed in that hammock! That was a lot of water to carry and I read in this weeks papers of a grizzly pulling out a woman from her tent and despite her friends shooting it away with bar spay, she did not make it - terrifying! Loved the sun setting over the water, what an awesome sight. I always take a table when I camp, so I can read in the dark and its nice and thin to pack too. Been reading about the hots temps you guys have been getting, I could not cope to be honest, anything over 70F would waste me, we are not used to anything more in the North of England, cheers Alan

@RVAHikerGirl 3 жыл бұрын

Yes that story is tragic, however those people kept their food bags with them in thier tents in grizzly country. Not smart at all! They took the food out the 1st time the bear came around. But the bear came back because it still smelled the food inside the tent. You shouldn’t even cook near your tent in Grizzly country. Grizzly bears are much different than black bears where I live. They are much bigger and more aggressive. I want to live and not teach bears that humans = food. I always take that seriously. Plus mice, chipmunks etc will tear through your tent trying to get your food too. I don’t want damaged gear or a visit from a mouse in the middle of the night. Thanks Alan for checking out my latest video!

@icebearhikes 3 жыл бұрын

Looks like a great trip! I hope you flipped that poor turtle. I have only caught glimpses of bald eagles so far. I'd love to watch one. I love camping with the rain tarp off of the tent; it's bliss!

@RVAHikerGirl 3 жыл бұрын

Hey stranger! Great to hear from you! The upside down turtle was dead - I think he prob got too far away from a water source and this heat did him in. 😞 We got luckily and spotted a bald eagle nest in a dead tree and that’s where the eagles were. They won’t let you get too close. But one of them flew from VA across the river to MD. Loved it!

@StepsbyKaatje 3 жыл бұрын

Great campsite! I also sometimes sleep without the rainfly! 😁 Thanks for getting up early for is, even without the beautiful sunrise! All the best! Kaat

@RVAHikerGirl 3 жыл бұрын

Sometimes I just need a relaxing camping trip to beat the hot temps out there. It's kinda miserable hiking long distances this time of the year in 95 degree weather. Awesome camping without the rainfly. Enjoy your weekend Kaat!

@LifeofkkKoteswarammaRamiReddy 3 жыл бұрын

very nice sharing wow

@RVAHikerGirl 3 жыл бұрын

The video hasn't aired yet. Tonight at 7:00pm eastern time it will come out and it will be LIVE so we can all watch it at the same time.

@SouthernHike 3 жыл бұрын

What a beautiful spot! And your not the only one to become a victim of you Helinox chair haha! Great video!

@RVAHikerGirl 3 жыл бұрын

Than you! Oh good I don’t feel like such a goof now!

@hoangjpvlog6333 3 жыл бұрын

Looks like a great campground. We haven't been to Virginia to explore, yet

@RVAHikerGirl 3 жыл бұрын

If you ever do get to VA, happy to recommend some great places to explore and check out! Thanks for checking out my video!

@LivingwithRagdolls 3 жыл бұрын

Wow! It all looks idyllic- especially the hammock!!!! Like 49! :)

@RVAHikerGirl 3 жыл бұрын

Hi there! Thanks for stopping by and checking out my channel. Ahh yes, one of my fav places to relax, my hammock. Can't wait to do it again soon!

@silina4176 3 жыл бұрын

Good sharing my friend stay connect.. Success always

@RVAHikerGirl 3 жыл бұрын

Appreciate it, thank you!

@TerryX2Explore 3 жыл бұрын

Looks like some bautiful camping! We just recently started tent camping again and just love it!! We will definitely be coming along on more of your tent camping adventures! Thank you for coming over to our channel - we appreciate your support!! 😀💗

@RVAHikerGirl 3 жыл бұрын

You are very welcome! I am back to the tent in my next video coming out this week. Hint Hint and I found a great swimming hole right next to camp! Tent camping is where I feel the happiest!

@TerryX2Explore 3 жыл бұрын

@@RVAHikerGirl Swimming and tent camping - sounds great! Thanks so much!

@alamrayachidna7290 2 жыл бұрын

Apik banget vedionya camping.... Aku juga suka ndaki gunung... Good vedio... I like hiking too... From indonesia....

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for watching from Indonesia! Glad to hear you enjoyed my video.

@Ron_C 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Now that you've made a video, I don't need to recon the campsites! Enjoyed the premier!

@RVAHikerGirl 3 жыл бұрын

Ha Ha thats right! The 3 up front are the best for water views but there is one in the back in front of this beautiful pine forest. The smell is incredible. Thats a great spot too!

@Bextasy423 3 жыл бұрын

My reminder is on...can't wait!

@RVAHikerGirl 3 жыл бұрын

Woo Hoo! I’ll see ya tonight Bex!

@artistry-lifeart9721 3 жыл бұрын

What a wonderful place !Enjoyed the video💐🔔👍

@RVAHikerGirl 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Art With me. Thank you for stopping by and checking out my video. Appreciate it!

@o.bsoutdoors3871 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic video! We really enjoyed watching, what a beautiful place, we would love to camp there. So much wildlife! And that 4 trunk tree was amazing! We will look forward to watching more of your videos😊🤟

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you OB's Outdoors! Love these primitive camping areas that the state parks have. Plan on going to another one soon. Appreciate you watching this one. ~RVA~

@o.bsoutdoors3871 2 жыл бұрын

@@RVAHikerGirl our pleasure, we will look forward to watching more camps from you, you come across so well on camera. Your love of nature and the outdoors shines through😊👍

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

@@o.bsoutdoors3871 Awww you have made my night with that one! Wow thank you so so much. I do love the outdoors and I always say the best version of me comes out when I am out there. I will have a permanent smile for the rest of the day from your comment. ~RVA~

@hike2bhuman110 3 жыл бұрын

I showed up late for the premiere was happy to say hello in real time, this was an awesome hike, so glad I came back to watch the whole video. Happy Hiking my friend.

@RVAHikerGirl 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for stopping by! Better late than never, right? It was very nice to virtually meet you. Love having you part of the channel.

@scandinaviannaturediaries8892 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful beautiful place 🤩 Great adventure and really good video 👍

@RVAHikerGirl 3 жыл бұрын

Aww appreciate your kind comments. Thanks so much!

@HappyPlaceCamping 3 жыл бұрын

Looks like a great campground. We haven't been to Virginia to explore, yet. But we will for sure get there one day.

@RVAHikerGirl 3 жыл бұрын

The state is stunning from mountains to the rivers and lakes all the way to the ocean. If you ever do have a chance to travel here or thru the state state def take some time to explore.

@7007Qwerty 2 жыл бұрын

Hey, I actually grew up a few miles down the road from Caledon. It's a great little spot! Didn't know about any bears in the area, coyotes, opossums and raccoons everywhere though.

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

The park ranger said there was a recent bear sighting in the park so I don't take that lightly. I always hang my food bag. Keeps mice and squirrels from chewing a hole in your tent too, looking for food. Coyotes, really? I have never seen one in VA as much as I hike. Now I am intrigued. Their numbers must be low and they are probably pretty elusive.

@hikewithmike4673 3 жыл бұрын

I always carry bear spray and alot of times if I am doing a 1 night campout i eat before I hike and camp to avoid bringing food....I need to use my hammock more often..looks like it was a good time and that is good medicine!

@RVAHikerGirl 3 жыл бұрын

I always bring food no matter how long of a hike I’m on. I always fear that I could get hurt or lost, so I always want to be prepared for those type of situations. (Self confessed over thinker here - Ha Ha!) Hammock and the chair were definitely luxury items to have out there. I always take my hammock when I know I will have lots of time at camp. (Not my AT section hikes or long backpacking trips to save on weight but pretty much any other time) Thanks Mike for watching and commenting 👍🏼

@MrWildWales 3 жыл бұрын

Looked a beautiful peaceful time out and that hammock just for chilling - ideal!

@RVAHikerGirl 3 жыл бұрын

I love my hammock to chill out that's for sure! Such a short but sweet hike and camp out this time around. Thanks for watching Mr Wild Wales!

@HikeCamp 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome camp... I dislike breaking camp and packing up as well....

@RVAHikerGirl 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I was just so relaxed in the hammock with the cooler morning temps that I didn't want to leave and go back to the real world. Yep backpacker's problems... leaving the woods. Ha Ha!

@brokenenglishhiker 3 жыл бұрын

OMG, you guys frick me out with riding truck on back and hold camera 😳 beautiful camp sites and loved beach 💕🌳🌳🌳

@RVAHikerGirl 3 жыл бұрын

The driver was really moving on that bumpy fire service road but I was sitting back pretty far and holding on with the other hand. We were very thankful for the ride on that super hot day. I had already hiked there 2 previous times so I had already put in those miles on foot.

@TravelHungryForLife 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome channel thanks for sharing See you again all the best stay safe out there Cheers

@RVAHikerGirl 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for stopping by and checking out my latest video! 🍺Enjoy your weekend!

@ronscott7546 Жыл бұрын

Chicky I love your videos, 2023 is going to be all about camping of all kind tent camping ofcourse and the reason I like your vids is there's alot of virginia and this site is only 30 minutes from my house be a good start for the year

@RVAHikerGirl Жыл бұрын

Hiya Ron! I love it there. Such a great location, with very few people around. And the river and those sunsets are just beautiful. Look up Belle Isle State Park Primitive camping on my channel page. Thats a great on the water as well. Thank you so much for your support of the channel. So happy you are enjoying the videos. Cheers to all things fun outside in 2023! ~RVA~

@ronscott7546 Жыл бұрын

I'm in the fredericksburg area and I've been threatening this for a few years since my wife passed away and this is the year I tell everyone there so much to do in a 300 mile radius from here its crazy and thank you chicky

@RVAHikerGirl Жыл бұрын

@@ronscott7546 You are so welcome!

@RonsWorld5 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Will definitely check this park out! Thanks for sharing!

@RVAHikerGirl 3 жыл бұрын

Sometimes I hate giving away my spots I find for fear they will get overcrowded. This is def one of them. My next video coming out is the same way. But I always have the pull to share with everyone these amazing places to be outdoors.

@ATravelingAddictSolo 3 жыл бұрын

Looks amazing!!

@RVAHikerGirl 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for checking out my latest video! All the best ~RVA~

@donnavansenior 2 жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed this RVA Girl, loved the location, the tent, the campsite. We don't have campsites like that over here with designated raised pitches but I love the look of them. Hope you didn't do any lasting damage when your chair flipped, yikes! And crikey, what an abundance of wildlife you encountered! Great stuff, will defo be watching more :)

@RVAHikerGirl 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for checking out one of my videos! The pads are just to protect native plants in the area so people don’t trample everything in sight. Only some places have these. Oh your kind about me falling in the chair. Ha Ha lucky the sand was deep and I had a soft spot to land to save my rump! I have been lucky in my last 4 or so videos with seeing lots of wildlife. Watch my solo waterfront Belle Island video - bald eagles, really cool spiders, bunnies, etc - that one was so fun minus getting eaten alive by mosquitos and bitting black flies!

@JC.Journey 3 жыл бұрын

We enjoyed watching your Caledon SP primitive camping adventure! We are so glad we found your channel - we have lots on interesting videos here to get caught up on! We are new friends here and look forward to following your outdoor adventures! Have a wonderful day - take care. -Jody & Chris

@RVAHikerGirl 3 жыл бұрын

Welcome to my channel! Thrilled to have you. Feel free to watch away. Ha Ha! Tons of videos of great places to explore in VA, WVA, MD, GA and beyond.

@wanderingoutyonder 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic! Looks like a perfect evening!!! We love the old growth forests!!

@RVAHikerGirl 3 жыл бұрын

Perfect trip for sure. I have traded in high mileage hikes for a short and sweet one this time around. So relaxing! Just what I needed!

@michaelbroyer3918 6 ай бұрын

Excellent video. Heading there January 14, 2024.

@michaelbroyer3918 6 ай бұрын

just subscribed.

@RVAHikerGirl 5 ай бұрын

How did you like it? Great little spot for camping right?

@RVAHikerGirl 5 ай бұрын

Appreciate you subbing and the supporting the channel. ~RVA~

@michaelbroyer3918 5 ай бұрын

@@RVAHikerGirl Caledon day mtn bike ride was fantastic. Just got back from a Sunday/Monday overnighter at Belle Isle SP. Camped at site 3 on Brewers Point . Brought my Burley Sole bike trailer that I picked up for $18 at a local thrift shop. A shakedown bikepacking trip. Had a blast.

@RVAHikerGirl 5 ай бұрын

@@michaelbroyer3918 big fan of all the VA state Park primitive camping. False Cape is probs my very favorite.

@Petragoesoutdoors 3 жыл бұрын

Nice camping spot and a beautiful shore. I would love to camp there! But in the moment I can't go out beauce of a bad rosacea. Instead I enjoy your camping trip ;o).

@RVAHikerGirl 3 жыл бұрын

I try to protect my face as much as so can from the sun. Hope you can get back out soon. Thanks always for your support to the channel.

@jones1068 3 жыл бұрын

Nice 👍.

@RVAHikerGirl 3 жыл бұрын

TY very much Mr Jones!

@MarisolsAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

😢dead turtle..wait did you eat raspberries from around the trail..that is awesome!

@RVAHikerGirl 3 жыл бұрын

I know, that was so sad! The wineberries were everywhere! Great source of vitamin c while hiking! Appreciate the watch friend!

@MarisolsAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

@@RVAHikerGirl that is super cool 😎

@atypicalhiker 3 жыл бұрын

I am trying to get used to camping in warmer weather myself.

@RVAHikerGirl 3 жыл бұрын

The high temps drain my energy so much. It def makes it much harder to hike.

@Farmer-Saxophonist 3 жыл бұрын

Super like 49

@RVAHikerGirl 3 жыл бұрын

Appreciate that #49👍🏼

@Packsalot 3 жыл бұрын

Very nice and relaxing trip. I'm surprised it is considered primitive camping. Those camp sites looked pretty nice and developed. No matter, it was a beautiful area with lots of wildlife. Funny mishaps with the chair. Glad you didn't get hurt. Cool turtle and awesome sunrise. I would be having a sweat bath for sure with your humidity. Great trip. Have a great day.

@RVAHikerGirl 3 жыл бұрын

I agree. I think they consider it primitive because you have to backpack or kayak in to it. No electricity or water. They put the pads out to lessen the damage done to the plants in the area for conservation purposes. Doesn't feel as primitive when you have a picnic table, but it is nice to sit and eat at. Thanks for watching, really appreciate your support.

@northeastfamilyadventures9186 3 жыл бұрын

Ginormous is one of Sarah's favourite words. Don't know much about the Potomac river, but is it too polluted or something to filter water? You mentioned you had to carry in all your water, and I guess if we were from around there we would know why. You totally lucked out getting that ride in. Looks like a lovely place to spend a night or two, but you can keep that heat.

@RVAHikerGirl 3 жыл бұрын

No it’s not polluted but it’s tidal as the Atlantic Ocean isn’t far away. It’s salty or brackish. So you can’t drink that. Thanks for commenting. I always love hearing from my viewers. The heat is why I was here and not hiking one of my longer hikes. Trying to still do something to enjoy the outdoors even when it’s 🥵

@northeastfamilyadventures9186 3 жыл бұрын

@@RVAHikerGirl We got 50's and overcast a week ago for a lovely climb. Couldn't even imagine attempting anything remotely serious in the heat you guys get. We'd melt.

@RVAHikerGirl 3 жыл бұрын

@@northeastfamilyadventures9186 50s is the perfect hiking temps. Fingers crossed for fall to get here early this year.

@DevRunner 3 жыл бұрын

Your videos are always such a nice, peaceful alternative to the high speed pushing I experience while running! I can't wait for cooler weather for camping!

@RVAHikerGirl 3 жыл бұрын

Aww thank you so much DevRunner! So glad you enjoy my videos. I am used to pushing some high miles hiking but in this heat, a shorter hike to an awesome campsite was just perfect. I am with you on the cooler temps. Bring on the fall weather!