Van camping is all the rage these days. And for good reason. A camper van is cheaper and far easier to park than an RV but, in many ways, just as comfortable. Plus, you don’t have to set up and tear down your sleeping quarters each night like with tent camping. But van camping can …
Bike camping is one of the most rewarding parts of cycle touring and bikepacking. But it can be intimidating, especially for beginners. Even as an experienced cyclist or an experienced camper, combining the two activities into one comes with its own unique set of challenges. Whether you’re heading out for a single night close to …
“The redwoods, once seen, leave a mark or create a vision that stays with you always. No one has ever successfully painted or photographed a redwood tree. The feeling they produce is not transferable. From them comes silence and awe. It’s not only their unbelievable stature, nor the color which seems to shift and vary …
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Badlands National Park is located in southwestern South Dakota. The truly desolate and completely unique landscape is home to vast grasslands as well as extensively eroded rock formations. The bizarre and colorful rocky structures combined with the absolute isolation far from civilization make this a must-see national park. And, like always, our favorite way to …
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Wyoming is a haven for outdoor recreation, especially camping. Not only is it the least populated state in the nation, but it’s also home to two national parks (Yellowstone and Grand Teton), two national recreation areas, two national monuments, and several national forests. And don’t forget the diverse terrain, from mountains in the west to …
“Far away in northwestern Montana, hidden from view by clustering mountain peaks, lies an unmapped corner – the Crown of the Continent.” – George Bird Grinnell (1901) Glacier National Park in Montana is known as the “Crown of the Continent Ecosystem.” The vast pristine wilderness is home to thousands of plant and animal species, including …
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Oregon’s only national park (and the fifth oldest in the nation!), Crater Lake National Park is an incredibly popular Pacific Northwest camping destination thanks to its beautiful scenery, abundant hiking trails, and peaceful campgrounds. Although this Oregon national park has a lot to offer, the obvious focal point is the titular Crater Lake, a stunningly …
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You just can’t beat dispersed camping… Imagine waking up to total silence – except for the wind in the trees, some birds singing, and maybe even a trickling creek if you’re lucky. You’re the only one around to appreciate your own little personal slice of heaven. Better yet, camping here is completely free. Sounds great, …
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The boondocking craze is sweeping the nation. Despite the somewhat funny name, boondocking is a great way to hit the road and go camping in your RV whether you stay close to home, go on a cross-country summer road trip, or even make the jump to full-time RV living. Today, I’ll break down boondocking in …
Montana is undoubtedly one of the best states for outdoor recreation in the entire country. Locals and visitors alike enjoy hiking and backpacking, wildlife viewing, hunting and fishing, water recreation, winter activities like snowshoeing, and, of course, camping to name just a few popular outdoor activities. Camping in Big Sky Country is my favorite way …
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Are you planning a Congaree National Park camping trip? With just two small tent campgrounds, both walk-up only, plus ample backcountry camping opportunities, Congaree National Park is a far cry from the hustle and bustle of America’s more popular national parks. This South Carolinian wonderland protects a peaceful expanse of old growth bottomland hardwood forest, …
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Camping in Theodore Roosevelt National Park is my favorite way to explore this stunning part of western North Dakota. An often overlooked and definitely underrated gem, this national park is known for its expansive stretches of rugged, stark, and spectacularly-colored badlands as well as ample wildlife viewing opportunities, especially bison and wild horses. Spread out …
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Need a place to park your RV overnight? Harvest Hosts lets you stay at beautiful wineries, breweries, farms, and other businesses across the United States and Canada. For just $79 per year (use the discount code BEYONDTHETENT to save 15%), this RV camping membership service helps you find completely unique camping experiences that are much …
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Looking to rent an RV for your next camping trip? Although renting from a local RV dealer has long been the go-to method, a new breed of peer-to-peer RV rental companies are quickly taking over the RV rental market. Outdoorsy and RVshare are two of the best and most popular peer-to-peer RV rental services for …
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Is there an Airbnb for campers? This common RV camping question has a simple answer – yes. Although there are a few other competitors in the space, such as the well-regarded RV Share (check out our RV Share review), Outdoorsy is hands down one of the best peer-to-peer RV rental services around. This powerful RV …
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