Dispersed camping is your way to camp for free throughout the U.S. (seriously)
One-quarter of all U.S. land is federally owned and free for dispersed camping. Here's how and where to find your next dispersed campsite safely and legally.
The 10 best lighters to keep on hand in 2023
Ditch your cheap lighters with a high-performance lighter for your needs, from home improvement to camping. Here are the best lighters for every purpose.
Think you know the best campfire wood? These 7 wood options might have you thinking twice
Different firewood is good for different campfire needs. This is what you should know.
What RV is right for me? Every type you can get (and which one you should)
From camper vans to motorhomes, there are a variety of RV options. This is what you need to know.
This hyper-lightweight truck camper canopy turns (almost) any pickup into a great overland vehicle
Tune Outdoor now offers M1, a lightweight truck camper canopy that's sleek, durable, minimalist, and designed to fit all of the most popular pickups.
Everything you need to have an overland adventure with the vehicle you (probably) already have
To kickstart your journey, we’ve gathered the best, most essential overlanding gear we’ve field tested and personally recommend.
This is the North Face jacket I’d buy this winter (if I had to pick just one)
The North Face has plenty of great jackets and outerwear for winter — this is the best.
The truth about van life: 5 realities of living in a camper van no one talks about
We've all dreamed of completing a camper van conversion, hitting the open road, and leaving everything behind. But van life isn't for everyone.
Make shopping easy: The best gifts for men (no matter what he’s into)
We rounded up the best men's gifts of 2023 to get any man the best present for any occasion, including yourself.
How to split firewood (with or without an axe)
Learning how to split wood with or without an axe will help you build roaring fires and save money on firewood for years to come. It's time to get choppin'!
What is REI Co-Op? Everything you need to know about REI’s in-house gear brand
REI's own REI Co-Op-branded gear flies under the radar, even though it offers similar quality and innovation to better-known premium alternatives for less.
Camping with a CAN-AM Spyder RT taught me a lot about packing, motorcycle camping, and life on 3 wheels
You might not think of the CAN-AM Spyder RT as a camping vehicle, but we took it off-road and learned a lot. This is our review.
Vandoit created a modular, completely customizable Ford Transit camper van, and we want one
Van builders, Vandoit, is showing van lifers what's possible with its rugged and ultra customizable, Ford Transit-based Moov.
These are some of the best wool blankets for camping
The best wool blankets are soft, durable, odor resistant, and naturally fire retardant, making them ideal for keeping warm around the campfire.
A premium holiday gift guide for the outdoorsman
Looking for a gift guide that will have the outdoorsman in your life smiling? Here is the ultimate guide for you.
Yellowstone National Park tip: Don’t dangle your baby near an elk like the guy in this video
Elk, bears, moose, and other wildlife are not to be messed with. This Yellowstone visitor didn't get the memo.
Alpha’s Nightwolf is an all-electric, blacked-out overlanding camper that feels straight out of Mad Max
Alpha Motor's Nightwolf overlander camper is extremely customizable with oversized cargo boxes, rally lights, all-terrain tires, and rooftop solar panels.
The new Insta360 Ace Pro looks almost exactly like a GoPro, and has specs to match
The new Insta360 Ace Pro action camera looks a lot like a GoPro, and has specs to rival any premium action cam.
Legendary outdoor brands Ball and Buck and Luminox combine for the ultimate field watch
Luminox and Ball and Buck have teamed up for the ultimate field watch
Everyday carry label The James Brand has a new collab for something you definitely shouldn’t carry daily
The James Brand, an everyday carry brand we love, has a new collab on something you definitely shouldn't carry around daily: a hatchet
Mitsubishi DX concept previews future for outdoor enthusiasts: A compact EV as comfortable in the city as off the beaten path
Mitsubishi has revealed a new concept camper van, capable of navigating city streets and adventuring off the beaten path.
Grounded’s G2 EV RV offers all the comforts of home, remote-controlled everything, and a 250-mile range
This all-new, all-electric RV offers all the comforts of home, a boatload of remote-controlled tech features, and a solid 250-mile range.
27North’s F550 Ascender is a luxurious overlander that looks more like a yacht than a pickup truck camper
27North's Ascender truck camper is built on a rugged F550 platform with a long list of features, like 4K televisions, a huge solar electric setup, and a full wet bath.
2024 camping preview: Hilleberg unveils new tent options
The Hilleberg's Saivo 4 and Rogen 3 are designed to meet your needs and ensure that you have a memorable and enjoyable outdoor experience in 2024.
These tiny, cleverly designed Japanese RVs make your small camper van look like a palace
These RV concepts pack plenty of features into surprisingly — even impossibly — small spaces.
Kia EV6, Rivian R1T, and more: The 8 best EVs for camping, thanks to bidirectional charging
Camping with an EV is a great idea — if you have bidirectional charging. These 8 EVs have it, and they're perfect for your next camping adventure.
Optimized Overlanding’s new $25K pop-up camper has everything you need for off-grid adventuring
Lightweight and compact enough to take just about anywhere, with a long list of features that ensure you can camp with most of the comforts of home.
Preorders for new $109k EV travel trailer with propulsion assist and solar panels open for only $500
An EV travel trailer sounds like a dream come true for many, and now you can preorder one from Pebble for only $500 down.
Make your next camping cookout epic with the best mobile kitchens
Pack everything and the kitchen sink for your next camping trip. Check out our favorite mobile camp kitchens to whip up gourmet meals in a snap.
The simple cold-weather camping hack that will keep your devices charged
This simple yet effective sleeping bag hack provides a convenient solution to keep your phone warm, charged, and ready to use when you need it.
Van life inspo: This $10K Mercedes Sprinter camper van conversion has security cams, a bathroom, and much more
Want to live out your van life dreams? Camper van conversions don't have to cost a fortune — check out how this van lifer customized his Mercedes Sprinter.
Van life might just make a comeback with electric vehicles and tech-forward concepts
Europe’s automakers are working to ditch traditional gas-powered van models for cleaner, electric-powered alternatives with a lot more tech features baked in.
Discover the best Texas state parks: A guide to natural beauty you can enjoy year-round
State parks in Texas are well funded, well maintained, and are in a region where camping can be enjoyed nearly year-round — and these are the best.
The North Face is now making GORE-TEX denim because why not
The standout piece in The North Face's GORE-TEX denim collection is the GTX Mountain Jacket. This jacket seamlessly combines style with functionality.
This new Airstream touring coach is about the size of an F-150 – and starts at nearly $200k
Like its big brother, the Interstate 24X, Airstream's ultra-compact 19X is a rugged van life rig built for serious, go-anywhere exploration.
Winnebago’s new Access travel trailer is insanely cheap yet surprisingly full-featured
The Access has the essentials and creature comforts of travel trailers twice its price. Yet, at under $30K, it's one of Winnebago's most affordable RVs ever.
This camping hack is genius, and uses a really cheap item you can find at almost any store
This revolutionary TikTok hack is bound to make your camping tent safer to navigate around. All you need is a pool noodle to try out this brilliant solution.
The X-Cabin 300 is a tiny, boxy, Airstream-like trailer, and we can’t get enough of it
X-Cabin has created a unique steel camper that's bringing a new spin on the iconic Airstream look.
Thule Outset tent is a rooftop-style tent for camping on the ground, and it’s low-key genius
Thule, a renowned name in outdoor gear, is set to revolutionize camping with their latest innovation: the Thule Outset Hitch-Mounted Tent.
New Garmin tactix 7 AMOLED Edition may be the perfect smartwatch for deep-country camping and hiking
Garmin has once again raised the bar with the tactix 7 AMOLED Edition. Here's what makes it one of the greatest outdoor smartwatches of 2023.
Why you need to be just as wary of moose as bear attacks (and what to do when you encounter one)
Moose aren't normally dangerous, but you really don't want to get on their bad side. Here's what to do when one is approaching quickly.
Airstream Trade Wind travel trailer has an insane solar capacity and battery bank to go truly off-grid
With the largest battery bank, the highest solar capacity, and the most capable inverter/charger, it’s Airstream's most off-road-ready travel trailer ever.
Grand Canyon closures expected to last into 2025 – what to know before you go hiking or camping
The National Park Service has announced a series of closures for various trails and campgrounds within Grand Canyon National Park that could impact your trip.
Going camping? You should take Irish Spring Soap with you, and there’s a really good (and weird) reason why
Next time you go camping, you should take Irish Spring soap with you. Here's why.
E-bike tech is coming to kayaking because nobody wants to peddle hard anymore (and who could blame them)
If you thought kayaking and e-bikes had nothing in common, think again. The best e-bike tech is headed into the water.
Is this the perfect off-road camper? Boreas Campers thinks the new EOS-12 is the holy grail
The all-new 2023 EOS-12 is angling to be one off-grid camper to rule them all.
Time to wake up: Climate change gave us our hottest summer ever and the Earth is in meltdown, U.N. says
Climate change is real. We just experienced the hottest summer on record, and scientists say our climate is breaking down.
How to build a fire: Tips for fireplaces, campfires, and working in the rain
Learn how to build the perfect fire in a fireplace and a campfire in the great outdoors. Consider this your guide for when you're ready heat things up.
Here are 7 reasons why you should not buy a rooftop tent
Rooftop tents look cool and all. But don't get too hyped, for we've listed the top seven reasons why you should not buy a rooftop tent.
You can mountain bike into Death Valley and watch the next solar eclipse on October 14
You can take a really cool mountain bike ride into Death Valley to watch a solar eclipse. It doesn't get cooler than that!