Shopping for outdoorsy campers and backpackers might seem like an easy task at first. But when you walk into an REI or start perusing a site like Backcountry, the sheer volume of brands and products ...

For ultimate relaxation (and perhaps a place to sleep) during your next camping trip, consider grabbing this highly rated and ...

The best camping gear is not an all-inclusive list of things you may want to bring along on your camping trip, and you’ll find items suitable for all types of camping. While we didn’t have the space ...

Once you’ve got the basics of car camping down, it’s time to look at upgrading your setup: camp kitchen, camping hammocks, and camping cots. While most campers settle for sleeping on the ground while ...

Sleeping pads are great but if you want to be as comfortable as possible while sleeping outdoors, try a camping cot. They’re elevated, sturdy and typically have a much larger surface area than a ...

Whether you’re rinsing off after a sweaty hike, changing into your favorite festival outfit, or needing a private spot for a camping toilet, a pop-up privacy tent is your ticket to comfort and ...

A great camping tent can see your family through years — even decades — of outdoor adventures. For Outdoor Life, I’ve tested dozens of models, from four-figure canvas tents to bargain-basement Amazon ...

A quality sleeping pad—no matter the weather or the season—is a necessary part of a camping sleep system. Sleeping pads are designed to insulate your body from the ground to allow for better thermal ...

Hang out among the trees in comfort and style with our top picks for the best camping hammocks. Our editors and experts handpick every product we feature. We may earn a commission from your purchases.

From self-inflating mattresses and smokeless fire pits to all-in-one kitchens and camping chairs, we've rounded up the best car camping gear money can buy. Hiking deep into the woods and camping out ...