The Best Camping Chairs of 2022
We found and tested the best camping chairs for every use and budget. Top picks include REI, ALPS, Coleman, and more.
What’s the Best Mosquito Repellent? We Tested Sprays, Nets, and Tech to Find Out
We trekked for miles along some humid Midwest trails and spent a few weekends in the woods with a variety of mosquito-repellent options — some chemical, some physical. Here’s what we found.
‘World’s Oldest Chair’: Trippy Outdoor Rethinks Ancient Design for Van Life
Picture a camp chair with zero poles, zero plastic, zero hinges, and no fabric. Trippy Outdoor is turning the world’s oldest chair design on its head.
Roofnest Reveals Its First Softshell Rooftop Tent: The Meadowlark
Roofnest builds the Meadowlark to set up quickly, pack and store easily, and leave enough room on your roof rack for a bike alongside.
‘How to Build a Sex Room’ Changed My Van (Love) Life
Netflix’s new hit series ‘How to Build a Sex Room’ changed our van life on the road, intimacy and all.
Bottomless Comfort for Backcountry Hunts: Stone Glacier 32-Degree Chilkoot Quilt Review
Stone Glacier brings us a down quilt designed specifically for backpack hunting that’s packable, lightweight, and comfortable in unexpected ways.
Build a Camper to Tow Behind a Bike: Here’s How
Check out this tutorial for an ultra-lightweight camper hitched to a bike. You might be tempted to build one yourself.
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Cranky Camper? 5 Backcountry Sleeping Tips for Better Shut-Eye
It doesn’t matter how beautiful the view is — bad sleep will ruin your camping trip. Here’s some tips for getting the Z’s you need.
Airbnbs Near National Parks: Our Favorite Stays for Summer
Itching for a vacation? Here’s our pick of the eight best Airbnbs — with access to National Parks — from which to launch your summer outdoor adventures.
The Best Camping Mattresses and Sleeping Pads of 2022
From packable sleeping pads to ultracomfortable air beds, we tested and found the best camping mattresses and sleeping pads to fit every adventure and budget.
Toyota Tundra for the Long Haul: Gear Up for Road Trips and Full Weekends Outdoors
2022 Toyota Tundra accessories can convert your truck into an adventure base camp. Here’s how to get more from a new truck.
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Van Life Is Dead and Something Called ‘Camping’ Is Now Hot
The hot new trend of sleeping outside on the ground shows promise and might be the answer to van life we’ve all been waiting for.
The Best Flashlights of 2022
We tested the best flashlights for 2022 with options for every budget. Top picks include Fenix, Olight, and more!
Wildly Popular Solo Stove Fire Pit Gets Upgraded: Bonfire 2.0 Review
Solo Stove is helping lead the way in the popularity of smokeless fire pits. Today, its bestselling fire pit gets its first big upgrade.
Learn This Life-Saving Firestarting Trick From a Survival Expert
If you’ve ever found yourself scratching away at a match-sized firestarter rod and cursing its apparent futility, this video’s for you.
REI, Airstream Collab on Special Edition Travel Trailer Loaded With Gear
Outdoor industry leader REI teams up with RV industry icon Airstream to create a one-of-a-kind, adventure-ready travel trailer. REI continues to pursue investment in “vehicle-supported camping adventures.” Their latest foray into this space is by teaming up with RV manufacturer Airstream to make a special edition Basecamp travel trailer. Maureen Estep, Strategic Brand Partnerships at… Read more »
Affordable, Entry-Level Ultralight Tent: 3FUL Gear Lanshan 2 Review
Dabble in ultralight backpacking before you dive into it, with the stout, if imperfect, 3FUL Gear Lanshan 2 Tent.
Taste Meets Practicality: 8 Great Condiments to Spice Up Your Camp Cooking
Whether you’re a sweet-toothed sugar-lover or a thrill-seeking chili-fiend, there are plenty of ways to spice up your campfire cooking. Here are our 8 favorite add-ons for outdoor cooking.
‘Complete Novice’ Beats UK Heat Wave With Overnight SUP Adventure
Tranquility abounds with an overnight SUP camping trip down the River Thames — in the middle of the U.K.’s heat wave.
Is ‘Overland’ Car Camping? Vehicle Adventure? Get 5 Expert Perspectives
Is ‘overlanding’ adventuring in a vehicle? Is it just car camping? Or is it nothing more than a licensed brand? Answer: It’s complicated.
The Best Backpacking Sleeping Bags of 2022
A sleeping bag is one of your most important pieces of camping gear. We’ve found the best backpacking sleeping bags for every use and budget.
The Best Backpacking Tents of 2022
Whether you’re looking to spend 100 nights on the trail or stick to a tight budget, we’ve found the best backpacking tents of 2022.
What Not to Bring: 5 Things That Will Bog Down Your Overlanding Adventure
No matter who you talk to in overlanding, everybody seems to have a list of what you need to bring. But what don’t you need to bring?
Watch a Camping Expert Show How to Maximize Airflow in a DIY Shelter
Learn how to create a ventilated shelter for impromptu summer camping the same way our ancestors did — by watching YouTube.
‘DIRT’ Docuseries: Forager Finds Culinary Contact With Wild Ingredients
From truffle hunting in the Pacific Northwest to swamp fishing in the bayou, adventure meets cuisine in a new docuseries from Huckberry.
The Best Camping Hatchets of 2022
From survival, craft, and self-sufficiency standpoints, there is no better place to start simplifying than by purchasing a camping hatchet.
A Full Day (and Night) in Badlands National Park: Best Hikes & Where to Camp
Badlands National Park has an incredible 40-mile scenic drive to enjoy with plenty of pull-outs, but getting out of the car and hiking one of the many trails in the Badlands will be a whole new experience. This article will cover the top 5 hikes and a few camping options so you can have the full park experience!
EcoFlow ‘Power Kits’ Make Van Life Electrical a One-Stop Shop
Looking for a new energy solution for off-grid living? New power kits from EcoFlow offer customization and supposedly easy setup.
Budnick Brothers Ride the Rapids of Ontario’s Mississauga River
The latest buddy adventure from the Budnick Brothers follows their 2-day canoeing and camping journey down Ontario’s Mississauga River.
The Best Camping Tents of 2022
Make the most of your home away from home by choosing the best camping tent for your adventure. We found the top car camping and family camping tents for every budget and use.
The Best Backpacking Sleeping Pads of 2022
We tested and review the best sleeping pads for backpacking in 2021. Whether you need an ultralight mat or more insulation, we’ve got it.
