What Camping in NY Is Really Like? Full Day at Heckscher State Park + Morning Pack-Up #travel
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I actually love everything about camping.
Highly recommend if you've never tried camping.
It's a very different type of a getaway for the weekend.
We're having a nice quiet extended space here.
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Welcome back to the channel! In today’s vlog, we take you through a full day of camping at Heckscher State Park in East Islip, New York — followed by our next-morning routine where we wake up, make breakfast, pack up, and head out after an amazing night outdoors. This is our third year in a row filming our camping experience here, and every time it gets better. In this video, you’ll join our family as we relax, play games, cook, explore, and enjoy a peaceful night surrounded by nature. ⸻ 🏕️ About Heckscher State Park Heckscher State Park, located on the south shore of Long Island, is known for its scenic coastal views, open fields, and beautiful walking paths. With more than 1,600 acres of nature, it’s a popular spot for picnicking, hiking, biking, and wildlife watching. Its breezy bayfront location makes it a peaceful escape from the city and a favorite for families looking to unwind outdoors. ⸻ ⛺ Heckscher State Park Campground The Heckscher State Park Campground offers a laid-back and family-friendly environment with spacious campsites, clean facilities, and plenty of room for activities. Campers love the wide grassy fields, easy access to walking trails, and the campground’s proximity to the Great South Bay. It’s an ideal location for first-time campers, families with kids, and anyone wanting a simple, relaxing camping experience close to NYC. ⸻ 🎥 What’s in This Vlog In this video, we take you through our entire day, including: ✔️ Waking up at the campsite ✔️ Making breakfast together ✔️ Playing card games, wiffle ball & frisbee ✔️ Teaching the kids how to start a campfire ✔️ Exploring the trails & walking around the campground ✔️ Relaxing, chilling, and enjoying the outdoors ✔️ Showing some of the camping gear we used ✔️ Next-morning routine and pack-up If you’re searching for NY camping, Long Island campgrounds, or family camping vlog ideas, this video will show you exactly what to expect at Heckscher State Park. Subscribe to @K@KhizEesand follow us around the world