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.

Making sure you have one of the best sleeping pads for car camping can make or break your trip. Nobody wants to get stuck using a pad that’s uncomfortable and wind up with a bad night’s rest. Luckily ...

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 a popular way to explore the great outdoors without sacrificing the comforts of home. However, privacy can be a concern when camping in a vehicle. One solution to this problem is to ...

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 ...

A reliable backpacking tent shields you from the elements on any front-country outing adventure, and dedicated car camping tents do the same but with expanded livable space and taller interiors. While ...

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