I rented an RV spot here for a reunion. Not having much experience at an RV park I was surprised at having zero shade and being packed in so tightly and being on gravel! Not kid/family friendly at all. I assumed my kids could set up a couple tents right outside our camper but it wasn't possible. I had to rent a camping spot which was well shaded. Anyway, we had a great time at the pavilion for the reunion, and enjoyed kayaking and boating right there close to the RV park and campground. We never swam at the indoor pool. I would choose a different place to camp next time we go to that area.
We camped here in October during an unseasonably hot few days. We brought a camper and just parked it at the parking lot….I slept in it with my little ones….the rest of the group set up tents and hammocks down at the actual campsite which is a short distance downhill. If you have a ton to pack…you may not like this site. It has great shade for City of Rocks. It was such a great location for climbing and mountain biking. A trail started right at the parking lot, which is where the bathroom is too. We hope to go again!
Before and after Thompson Flat's "make-over", I've been to the group sites many times for reunions or girls camps. My favorite is Group site B. Each individual family can have their own campsite which all circle a large firepit/cooking area. It has the best shade of the 3 group sites. I'm still a bit disappointed they haven't worked out the water issue. We always bring a lot though……4 stars…5 as soon as there's water!
When we can't get to the top of Mt. Harrison because there's still snow there, but we're itching to go camping, we come to Bennett Springs. It only has 4 sites but it is free and it has a bathroom. Our favorite site has a little creek right next to it. Great for kids to play in. There's also a trail that goes along the creek which starts at the bottom most campsite. There's another trail that goes up to Pomerelle Ski resort parking lot. It would get a 5 rating if the campsites had better shade….