Don’t wait until the day before your trip to clean these vital camping items

From tights, coolers, and bags to, yes, a $36,000 trailer, this is the luxe setup you'll want to get out and chill out with

These outdoor gear rental companies will kit you out with what you need, right when you need it

ExperienceGear helps you out with the camping equipment you need, whether you’re a newbie or on a budget

These 3-season tents make the perfect base camp for an unforgettable trip

Turn your campsite into a personalized five-star retreat

For max comfort next time you camp, you can’t go wrong with any of these portable, affordable air beds

Whether you’re new to camping or upgrading, we'll help you choose the best bag for your sleeping style

Spend more time having fun and less time troubleshooting disasters like dead batteries, empty fuel canisters, spoiled food, and misleading maps with these high-tech camping gear solutions

Just because you plan to put the kibosh on screen time and bask in the glory of nature doesn’t mean you want to go without streaming music, using hiking trail GPS, or taking photos. Pack one of these handy phone-charging devices to bail you out

You’d never head out on the trail without a comfortable pack, snacks, and all the essential safety gear, and your pup shouldn’t either

Whether you want a more packable alternative to a tent or enjoy the comfort of a breeze rocking you to sleep, hammocks are an incredibly comfortable way to spend a night under the stars. Here are our favorite picks for the campsite

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

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

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

Discover our absolute favorite campgrounds in Colorado, Montana, Utah, and Wyoming

Wake up happy with one of these easy and hearty meals to start your day

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

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

Take your outdoor cooking to crazy-delicious heights with these easy backpacking meals from the experts at Dirty Gourmet. (And keep the recipes in mind for lightweight car camping, too.)

Make your campsite morning memorable with this inventive breakfast delight

These enchilada bowls are partially made ahead at home and then finished at camp for a guaranteed crowd-pleaser

Car camping with the family? This mac 'n' cheese recipe is a winner

Foil packets, a heap of fresh herbs, and cheese make this vegetarian side dish a camp cooking success

Your pup's pack is as important as your own when embarking on a serious hike or backpacking trip

A bandana is your most versatile camping tool

Learn the fastest and most efficient way to deflate your sleeping pad at camp

Transform your hiking boots from zero to hero with this cleaning technique