As someone who’s done plenty of car camping trips, I’ve seen (and experienced) my fair share of “oh crap, I forgot that” ...

Car camping is an easy, convenient way to enjoy the great outdoors. But before you hit the open road, here are some rules and tips to follow. Mike Miller is the editor-in-chief of Wilderness Times.

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 ...

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Car camping evokes ...

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Whether you’re a seasoned backcountry camper or someone looking to brave their first night under a starry sky, countless outdoor adventures await throughout New York’s vast networks of state parks and ...

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 ...

Picture this: You roll into camp late Friday night after a long work week. Your car headlights illuminate your chosen patch of dirt at the campsite as the last of the sunlight dips below the trees. It ...