A campground or recreational area designed specifically for people traveling by automobile, with parking, facilities, and amenities.
From 'auto-' (automobile) plus 'camp' (from Latin 'campus,' field). The term emerged in the early 20th century as car travel became popular.
Autocamps were the precursor to modern RV parks and campgrounds, representing a moment when technology (the automobile) reshaped how Americans experienced nature—now you could see the wilderness without leaving your vehicle.
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