Ultimate Camping Guide

The Black Friday Camping Gear Deals You Should Get Your Hands On

There is no better time of year to pack up and trek to a national park or forest, state park, general campground, or even a backyard.

November 15, 2021

November 24, 2021

Why Idaho’s Sun Valley Should Be on Your Stargazing Bucket List

Of all of the Gem State's attractions, few are more impressive than its night skies.

October 8, 2021

October 7, 2021

Osprey, Rumpl Launch Backpack & Blanket Collab to Support River Conservation

Approximately two-thirds of U.S. citizens source their drinking water from rivers.

September 9, 2021

September 10, 2021

Camping Essentials Checklist

This Car-Camping Pop-up Tent Takes Comfort and Ease to the Next Level

Roofnest just added one such tent to their already-impressive lineup of hard-shell, weather-proof, and aerodynamic pop-ups.

August 25, 2021

August 28, 2021

Bask in the Glow of This Portable Lantern During Your Next Camping Trip

This lantern's ChromaReal LED technology provides a warm glow that can be tailored to any environment.

September 25, 2021

September 27, 2021

This Company’s Vehicle Storage Systems Make Car Camping Easier Than Ever

The Idaho manufacturer makes car storage systems designed to maximize space and look good while doing so.

September 3, 2021

This Global Hotspot Will Keep You Connected on Your Next off-the-Grid Adventure

The compact device is a quintessential tool to carry whether you're a wilderness backpacker or you're simply wanting to get off the grid.

October 11, 2021

October 13, 2021

The Best Camping Gear Checklist

We braved the harsh (okay, harsh but gorgeous) wilderness to find you the best tents, sleeping bags, knives, and cool doodads for any camping adventure.

September 30, 2020

May 10, 2021

Camping Alone? What to Pack (Bear Canisters) and What to Leave Behind (Everything You're Scared Of).

Camping by yourself can be one of the most rewarding experiences—if you know how to do it right. From tips to gear to mind tricks, here’s everything you need to camp solo like a pro.

July 23, 2019

May 25, 2021

Camping with the Family

How to Go Camping With a Baby and Not Lose Your Mind

Armed with the right gear, proper planning, and the right frame of mind, your first camping trip with baby can go from daunting to awesome.

September 9, 2019

November 11, 2021

Outdoor Living

Camping in Place: How to Make a Sleepaway Camp in Your Own Backyard

Create a guest-ready, teen-approved backyard glampsite with sleepaway camp style that’s almost as fun as the real thing.

June 7, 2021

The Best Camping Tents for Every Type of Family

Whether your family is new to camping or planning on spending half the summer at the campground, we’ve got you covered with these excellent tents.

March 27, 2018

May 21, 2021

Hitting the Trail with the Kids

There are many variables to look out for when going hiking with kids. Check out these useful tips and tricks to ensure you're ready to bring the kids along.

September 29, 2020

March 24, 2021

Campsites We Love

The 15 Best Campsites in the West, Hands Down

An entirely unscientific, emotional, and somewhat biased accounting of the greatest places to pitch a tent, chosen by the pros who live their lives outdoors.

May 13, 2019

May 25, 2021

The 55 Best Campgrounds in California, Hawaii, and Mexico

Sequoias, seashore, mountains, and more: Here are the best spots in California (plus Hawaii and Baja!) to pitch your tent

April 16, 2009

March 24, 2021

The 41 Best Campgrounds in Washington, Oregon, and the Pacific Northwest

Our favorite campgrounds in Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Alaska, and Canada

April 16, 2009

October 12, 2021

Top 15 Beginner Campgrounds

These campsites will turn even the most doubtful campers into true believers

April 7, 2014

March 24, 2021

Outdoor Adventure

The 27 Best Campgrounds in the Southwest

Whether you want to hike the Grand Canyon, boulder in Nevada or fly-fish in New Mexico, you'll find the perfect campground on our list of faves

April 16, 2009

February 25, 2020

Airstream, Auto Camp at Russian River in Guerneville California

10 Best Spots for Trailer & Yurt Camping

Ditch the tiny tent and stay in these yurts, trailers, and canvas tents instead. All you have to do is show up and camp, no set-up or wrangling poles required

April 5, 2017

March 24, 2021

Easy Camping Recipes

24 Delicious Camping Dinners

After a day of fun in the outdoors, treat yourself to a super-tasty meal that’s shockingly easy to make

April 8, 2009

March 24, 2021

How to Cook the Ultimate Coastal Car Camping Feast

Two chefs take a food-fueled California road trip from Malibu to Guerneville. Car camping never tasted so good.

May 13, 2019

March 24, 2021

And the World’s Best Camping Food Is [Drum Roll] Ceviche…?

Bringing raw fish to the wilderness might seem dicey, but Guerrilla Tacos chef Wes Avila swears by the zesty, spicy, umami-rich treat—here's how he does it.

June 10, 2019

March 24, 2021

Cooking Hack: Dutch Oven Chocolate Cake Meets the Grill

How to grill a chocolate cake. Yes.

September 26, 2017

March 24, 2021

Recipes

15 Delicious S’Mores & Camping Desserts

Reinvent the campfire favorite with our grown-up flavor combinations—plus get more inventive ideas for camping treats

April 10, 2009

March 24, 2021