Welcome to Best Summer Ever, your guide to getting the most out of the sunny season. Summer’s here, and this year you’re going to camp, hike, swim, and explore like never before. Let’s start with camping. If you don’t mind roughing it, FreeCampsites.net “points out some of the best campsites you can find” on public lands—completely free. For a few more amenities, try Recreation.gov for federal sites or your state parks’ reservation service. And if you want private-property options, check out HipCamp or The Dyrt, just like Airbnb for campsites.

On to hiking. AllTrails is popular for trail info, but if you prefer fewer pop-ups, give Wikiloc a spin. And wherever you go, grab Organic Maps, “a free and open-source application that works entirely offline.” It’s got turn-by-turn directions in three continents and counting.

When you need a cool-down, head to Places 2 Swim for public pool listings, or rent a backyard pool on Swimply. Finally, for urban adventures, Whats-Near.me shows Wikipedia-worthy spots nearby, while TripAdvisor, Atlas Obscura, or even Pokémon Go can lead you on new city wanderings. Whatever you choose, get out there and make this your best summer ever.
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