Camping Archives

Camping for Beginners: Essential Guide for First-Timers

Whether you’re taking the kids out for a weekend in nature or looking for a solo escape from the city, we’ve got the complete guide…

Written by Averi Melcher August 10, 2020

On Sale Now: ALPS Mountaineering Camp Chair

After a long day setting up camp, all you want is to put your feet up and relax in front of a campfire. And with…

Written by Haley Butterfield August 05, 2020

Best Outdoor Gear Deals of the Week

This week’s gear deals highlight bike shorts, trail running shoes, snow boots, and more.

Written by Jake Starr August 05, 2020

Beginners’ Backpacking: Here’s How It Works

Colorado brand Kelty recruited four backpacking beginners to experience the wonders of the wild — and recorded the adventure.

Written by Mary Murphy August 03, 2020

Backcountry’s Semiannual Sale: Save Up to 50% on Summer Gear

This month, you can save 50% off popular gear during Backcountry’s Semiannual Sale. Whether you love camping, biking, or climbing, there is something here for…

Written by Sponsored Post August 01, 2020

10 Great Camping Products Under $100

Whether you’re out backpacking or straight glamping, these camping essentials and extras will add comfort and fun to your summer adventures.

Written by Sponsored Post July 28, 2020

How to Start a Fire: Build the Perfect Campfire With These Pro Tips

Anyone who has tried (or failed) to start a fire knows that building a campfire is often not as straightforward as it seems. Luckily, we’ve…

Written by Ilana Newman July 28, 2020

The Ultimate Car Camping Checklist

Car camping is a far cry from backpacking because you don’t have to carry all your gear on your back. Depending on the size of…

Written by Johanna Flashman July 28, 2020

UST Survival Gear Reboots to Launch Full Suite of Camp Products

UST has been making camping and survival gear since 1936. But many outdoor enthusiasts won’t recognize the ‘new’ brand.

Written by Mary Murphy July 22, 2020

The North Face Sale: Up to 50% Off Select Styles

Gear up for the coming summer, fall, and winter months with excellent-quality jackets, apparel, shoes, and more from The North Face — on sale now!

Written by Joybeth Sullivan July 21, 2020

GFC SuperLite 50: The Lightest Rooftop Tent Yet

Go Fast Campers has claimed to have created the ‘lightest rooftop tent on the market.’ The new GFC SuperLite 50 RTT tips the scales at…

Written by Bryon Dorr July 21, 2020

6 Tips to Pack Like a Pro for Your Next Backcountry Adventure

Dave and Amy Freeman literally spent a full year in the backcountry. So they know what to pack and what to leave at home for…

Written by David Freeman July 14, 2020

Today’s Bargains: 5 Must-Have Gear Steals

Great outdoor gear at an amazing price: That’s our goal each week. Check out these bargains from Mountain Hardwear, Kelty, and more to save on…

Written by Ilana Newman July 10, 2020

This Tent Sets Up in 2 Seconds (And Is Also Easy to Take Down)

Decathlon has offered its 2-Seconds tent since 2004. Its new version is a complete redesign that aims to make it even easier to set up…

Written by Sean McCoy July 02, 2020

Tiny, Mighty Medic: VSSL First Aid Mini Review

First-aid kits are one of the few pieces of gear that shouldn’t be tiny or lightweight, although that didn’t stop VSSL from making one.

Written by Mary Murphy June 29, 2020

‘Fight for Equality’ Camp Gear Giveaway

Donate to charity to win our camp gear giveaway. Every $5 you donate will get you one entry.

Written by GJ Staff June 26, 2020

Like the Cold? Book a Site at This ‘Glacier Camp’ in Antarctica

Like cold-weather camping and want to travel south? Check out this Antarctic camp.

Written by Mary Murphy June 26, 2020

Free Gear Fridays: Therm-a-Rest Sleeping Pad Giveaway

This week, three lucky winners will receive a Therm-a-Rest NeoAir Topo Luxe Sleeping Pad!

Written by Sponsored Post June 26, 2020

Best Outdoor Gear Deals of the Week

This week’s gear deals highlight Filson’s summer sale, a pocket knife, hiking pants, and more.

Written by Mary Murphy June 24, 2020

Therm-A-Rest Changes the Way You Camp

Sleeping pads bring the comfort of home into our tents. However, inflating and deflating the pads is often a tedious drawback.

Written by Sponsored Post June 22, 2020

Today’s Bargains: 6 Epic Camp Deals

Great gear at an amazing price. That’s our goal this week. Check out these bargains from REI, Danner, and more to save on gear for…

Written by Mary Murphy June 19, 2020

Free Gear Fridays: Princeton Tec Adventure Headlamp Bundle Giveaway

This week, one lucky winner will receive a three-piece bundle of Princeton Tec headlamps, including the Axis Rechargeable, ReFuel, and Vizz.

Written by Sponsored Post June 19, 2020

Solo Stove Leverages ‘Engineered Airflow’ Into Grill Launch

The brand Solo Stove has built a reputation for fire pits that burn efficiently thanks to double-wall designs that create secondary combustion. Now, the brand…

Written by Sean McCoy June 19, 2020

Best Outdoor Gear Deals of the Week

This week’s gear deals highlight a three-season tent, hiking boots, and more.

Written by Mary Murphy June 17, 2020

Camping Checklist: Essential Camp Gear to Bring

What should you bring camping? Our camping gear checklist has you covered.

Written by Sean McCoy June 15, 2020

Emerging Gear: Upgraded ‘Playbike,’ Extreme Solar Charger, and More

Take a peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design. Explore the grid or click through for a slideshow.

Written by Mary Murphy June 11, 2020

Traeger vs. Pit Boss Pellet Grills: We Compare These Leading Brands

If you’re looking for the rich, smokey flavor that pellet grills can bring to your outdoor cooking experience, Traeger and Pit Boss are common brands…

Written by Justice Sahaydak June 10, 2020