The Best Camping Cots of 2022
A camping cot can keep you warm, elevated, and comfortable outdoors. Here are the best camping cots currently on the market.
Outdoor Air Conditioner: EcoFlow ‘Wave’ Cools Your Campsite
EcoFlow’s first electrical appliance, the Wave portable outdoor air conditioner promises impressive cooling performance and battery life.
Ultimate Camp Chair Gets Big Upgrade: Kelty Lowdown Couch Review
Finally, a one-size-fits-all solution to having multiple pieces of camp furniture. With the Kelty Couch, you may need just the one.
Start ‘Adventure Grilling’: HitchFire F-20 Vehicle-Mounted Grill Review
If you are a grill master who also loves traveling, then the HitchFire F-20 may be exactly what you never knew you needed for adventure grilling.
REI Wonderland X Tent Review: A Versatile 4-Person Palace for Car Campers
REI launched the spacious Wonderland X four-person tent to replace the iconic REI Kingdom for 2022. We took it camping for six nights to give the Wonderland X a thorough review.
Drive a Porsche, Sleep on the Roof: German Backroads Tour
A tent on top of a Porsche is a whole new luxury experience. Here’s how the sportscar-maker looks to tickle both your right foot and your sense of adventure.
Meet the Army Helicopter Crew That’s Helped Set Up Denali Basecamp for 4 Decades
Almost every year since the ’80s, an Army unit loads up helicopters with gear to drop off on Denali, helping the National Park Service and climbers alike.
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Rent Gear With Guidance From ‘Wizards’: Moosejaw Enters Try-Before-You-Buy Space
Moosejaw’s fully online, free-shipping gear rental program comes with benefits like input from experts the brand calls ‘Gear Wizards.’
Watch a Lone Man Fish, Camp on Remote Rock Surrounded by Sea
Watch this guy get dropped off somewhere in the ocean for some camping and fishing — alone, on a rock, in the middle of nowhere.
The Best Rooftop Tents of 2022
We put the best rooftop tents of 2022 to the test. From hardshell options to budget-friendly picks, we’ve got you covered.
Free Gear Fridays: Win a Water Filter Package From LifeStraw
This week, three lucky winners will receive a LifeStraw package that includes a Peak Personal Straw Filter, a Peak 1L Collapsible Squeeze Bottle, and a Peak 3L Gravity Filter System.
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Rooftop Tent Company to Offer Rebate for EV Drivers
Roofnest offers EV drivers a cash rebate or free down blanket for rooftop tent purchases made starting April 1, 2022.
Join Today: Hipcamp, REI Open 7th Annual #WeHikeToHeal Women’s Retreat
Hipcamp, REI, and Outdoor Journal Tour are partnering up again to host a month-long wellness program, celebration, and retreat for the month of May.
7 of the Most Scenic Campgrounds in California
Camping is a great way to get outside and drink in the views. While some campgrounds are located in a dirt parking lot, others offer stunning views with endless outdoor activities at your fingertips.
Thule’s Tepui Foothill Lets You Carry More Than Just a Rooftop Tent
In late 2020, Thule announced its Tepui Foothill rooftop tent, a slimmer profile two-person tent that distinguishes itself by leaving space on a vehicle’s roofrack for other gear instead of taking up the whole roof.
The Best Options for a Good Night’s Sleep While Overland Camping
Overland camping offers a lot of options to choose from when adventuring off the beaten path.
KOA Campgrounds Turn Trendy With These Glamping Experiences
With its all-new, five-star hipster aesthetic and luxury upgrades, KOA encourages you to try a new way of glamping this summer.
Membership Sale: Save 20% on Big Brands at Backcountry
For 10 days, Backcountry will reward members with a 20% discount on a full-price item. It’s the perfect time to grab that gear you’ve had your eye on.
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3 Tips to Optimize LifeStraw ‘Peak Series’ Water Filters
LifeStraw revamped its namesake water filter straw and other filtration systems based on years of customer feedback. We asked the brand how best to care for these new products.
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Camp in Style: Outdoor Gear Savings for Summer From REI
Whether your days are spent backpacking or lounging around the fire, make sure you’re prepared with these camping deals from REI.
GSI Pinnacle Pro Stove Review: Slim, Strong, Simmering Superhero
Looking for a stove with great simmering powers that’s also slim, durable, and packable? The GSI Pinnacle Pro Stove hits high in all of those areas.
The Best Backpacking Stoves of 2022
The right stove makes life on the trail better. From ultralight canisters to four-season and multifuel options, we’ve found and tested the best backpacking stoves.
Casio Pro Trek PRTB50-1: Your Wrist-Bound Adventure Guide
Casio launches the first of its Pro Trek series watches to include smartphone functionality.
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The Best Camping Hammocks of 2022
Versatile, lightweight hammocks can be a great alternative to tents when camping in the backyard or the backcountry. Check out the best options for 2022.
Gear Up for Hiking and Camping With Stoic
It’s spring, which means you’ll soon be walking through nature in bloom. Let Stoic guide you through some of the essential gear to make the most of your time outside.
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New Yosemite Reservation Requirements for 2022: All You Need to Know
If you want to get into Yosemite National Park this summer, you’ll want to plan ahead. A new Yosemite reservation plan seeks to address growing congestion.
Save 20% on Camping & Hiking Gear During This REI Member Sale
The 2022 REI Member Moment Sale continues with a variety of new camping and hiking essentials eligible for the REI member discount.
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Spring Savings: Score Up to 40% Off During Gerber Sale
In the market for fresh tools to make your life in the backcountry easier? Look no further than this sale on Gerber Gear.
The Best Camping Lanterns of 2022
Whether heading into the backcountry or lighting up the night car camping, we’ve found the best camping lanterns for every use and budget.
iKamper Launches Sleep System: Specially Designed Bedding for Rooftop Tents
The iKamper Sleep System is a new line of mattresses, blankets, and sleeping bags specifically designed for rooftop tents.
6 Beginner Backpacking Trips in the US
Backpacking is a great way to unplug, connect with nature, and explore the beauty of our planet. And there are plenty of beginner backpacking trips for newbies.
