Camping

Save Up to 30% on Hiking Gear During the REI Anniversary Sale

The REI Anniversary Sale is the perfect opportunity to stock up on summertime camping and hiking supplies.

Written by GJ Staff May 17, 2024

Rocky Mountain National Park Wants to Raise Popular Campsite Prices: We Went in to See Why

Due to rising visitation and costs, Rocky Mountain National Park proposes increasing prices at several of its most popular campsites.

Written by Will Brendza May 16, 2024

Upgrade Your Sleep System With Sea to Summit Bag Liners

Whether you need more warmth from your sleeping mat and bag or staying dry is your priority, a sleeping bag liner can help.

Sea to Summit Sleep System Sale: Savings That Stack Up

This anniversary sale lets you save more when you build or add to a camping sleep system.

Purify, Cook, Drink: Grayl ‘Geopress Ti’ Do-All Camp Bottle Review

Grayl’s titanium model of its popular water purifiers is more than extra durable — it also doubles as a Jetboil-style cook pot.

Written by Andrew McLemore May 13, 2024

How to Choose a Camp Stove: Which Is Best for You?

Eating a warm meal in the woods requires cooking in the woods. But what camp stove is the best for you?

Written by Will Brendza May 10, 2024

Camp on a Cot: Helinox Debuts Limited-Release ‘Off-the-Ground’ Tents

Turn that camp furniture into camp shelter — Helinox brings its tents to North America for the first time ever.

Written by Adam Ruggiero May 07, 2024

YETI Goes Big on Camp Coffee With Burly French Press

Morning at camp will get a YETI-sized caffeine boost from the insulated, giant-sized french presses dropped by the brand this week.

Written by Andrew McLemore May 07, 2024

Mother’s Day Gifts for Moms Who Hike

Mother’s Day is on the horizon — if you’re looking for something cool, useful, and unique to get the mom(s) in your life, look no…

Written by Will Brendza May 03, 2024

The Best Gluten-Free Freeze Dried Meals: Camp Food for Everyone

Increased awareness of gluten-free diets makes backpacking a little easier — and a lot more delicious — for gluten-free eaters.

Written by Steve Larese May 03, 2024

Cooking in the Dirt? This Kit Is Your One-Stop Shop

Gerber’s ComplEAT Collection makes it easy to get a meal on the camp table, thanks to its durable materials and compact storage systems.

REI x Hipcamp Kick Off Summer of Magic Campout Series

Kicking off Hipcamp and REI’s Summer of Magic Campout Series, this event brought together 20 outdoor lovers for a special eclipse viewing.

Ditch the Chair, Pack a Camp Stool: Grand Trunk Compass 360 First Look Review

GearJunkie first encountered Grand Trunk’s Compass 360 UC Stool at OR in 2023 — we’ve been eagerly waiting to get our hands on these nifty…

Written by Will Brendza April 25, 2024

Camp for Free on Public Land and Beyond: ‘Dispersed Camping’ 101

No campground, just a spot on the side of the road on public land — dispersed camping is free, fun, and easier than you might…

Written by Will Brendza and Mallory Paige April 19, 2024

‘Kosmos’ All-Inclusive Stargazing Resort Breaks Ground Near Great Sand Dunes National Park

Kosmos luxury glamping resort just broke ground in the San Luis Valley of Colorado, with plans to install a full observatory, spa, and stargazing villas…

Written by Will Brendza April 17, 2024

Get Outside, Get Cooking: GearJunkie’s Guide to a Dialed Camp Kitchen

Take your camp cooking to the next level with GearJunkie’s ultimate guide to tips, tricks, gear, systems, recipes, and more.

Written by Will Brendza and Mallory Paige April 15, 2024

Purified Water on the Go, Just Add Salt: Aqua Research H2gO Global Purifier Review

Instead of carrying a pump or gravity purifier, the H2gO Global from Aqua Research offers a filterless form of chemical purification that you can use…

Written by Nick LeFort April 12, 2024

Reserve Now: These National Parks Require Timed Entry Reservations for 2024

Sick of crowds? Timed entry at National Parks could be the solution. Four major parks will use the system in 2024, with several others limiting…

Written by Andrew Marshall and Will Brendza April 12, 2024

The KUIU Storm Star 2 Tent Shines, Regardless of Weather

Rain, snow, sun, wind: nothing seems to rattle the KUIU Storm Star 2. This four-season tent is beyond capable of whatever environment you throw it…

Written by Rachelle Schrute April 12, 2024

Knife Steel Guide: Common Blade Metals Explained

We looked at common steels used by popular knife brands to help you select the right material for your blade.

Written by Sean McCoy and Anthony Sculimbrene April 11, 2024

11 Ounces, 1,300 Gallons: LifeSaver Wayfarer Packable Water Purifier Review

Unlike other filters on the market, the LifeSaver Wayfarer blocks viruses from passing through its hollow fiber membrane filters — it’s rated to one of the…

Written by Will Brendza April 10, 2024

Hike, Party, Repeat: HIGHLANDER Backpacking Festival Brings Music, Workshops, and More to the Trail

The HIGHLANDER Adventure is a 5-day backpacking event that moves from checkpoint to checkpoint, providing all of the food, drink, and entertainment along the way.

Written by Will Brendza April 08, 2024

How to Prepare for Camping Season: GearJunkie’s Essential Guide

Preparing for camping season can be an ordeal — here is our essential guide to make sure you hit the ground running with everything you need.

Written by Will Brendza April 03, 2024

4-Season Strength, 3-Season Weight: REI Co-op Arete ASL 2 Tent Review

The REI Co-op Arete ASL 2 tent is built to handle diverse conditions — consider this your shoulder-season shelter of choice.

Written by Maddie Downie April 01, 2024

2024 Camp Guide: Your Destination for All Things Camping From Backcountry

Let Backcountry be your guide to finding the camping gear that’s right for your style of sleeping outside.

Overland Expo Founder Speaks Out for Greater Land Protections

Respected overlander, hunter, and 4×4 enthusiast Jonathan Hanson makes the case for more protected wilderness, not less.

Written by Jonathan Hanson March 28, 2024

Simple Setup, Perfect Packability: NEMO Mayfly OSMO 2P Review

The NEMO Mayfly OSMO is a comfortable tent that fits neatly in between NEMO’s Hornet and Dragonfly tents, offering the best of both worlds!

Written by Ian Graber-Stiehl March 25, 2024

RSVP: Hipcamp, REI Launch ‘Summer of Magic’ Getaways

How does free camping and outdoor gear sound? Signing up for Hipcamp this summer could bring extra benefits.

Written by Andrew McLemore March 22, 2024

Home Run Heat: Traeger, Louisville Slugger Launch Pellets Made From Repurposed Baseball Bat Wood

Traeger says the limited-edition maple pellets add ‘sweet smoke’ to barbecue favorites.

Written by Adam Ruggiero March 20, 2024

Free Gear Fridays: Win a Frontier Ultralight Cookset From Sea to Summit

This week, three lucky winners will win a Frontier 2-Person Cookset from Sea to Summit.

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