campsite

Definition

n. a place where people can stay outside in tents or campers. It usually has areas for sleeping and sometimes has shared bathrooms or water.

n. a designated area where people can pitch tents or park caravans for overnight stays. Often includes basic infrastructure such as sanitation facilities and electrical hookups.

simple

“We found a beautiful campsite near the lake.”

contextual

“The campsite was fully booked for the summer, so we had to find a spot further up the mountain.”

complex

“While some prefer wild camping in the backcountry, most families opt for a managed campsite that provides access to potable water and secure waste disposal.”

Commonly used with the verb 'to pitch' when referring to setting up a tent.

From camp + site.

Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.

NOUN

campsite(A2)