Camping Gear Reviews & Expert Tips

REI Camp Blanket Review

Women sitting on log with the REI camp blanket used as a throw over her legs

REI Camp Blanket Review

Published: March 4, 2025

One of our top picks for a budget-friendly synthetic puffy blanket. It’s packable, durable, simple and you’ll find any excuse to bring it on a trip.

Yeti Lowlands Camping Blanket Review

2 people sitting on the Yeti Lowlands Blanket at the beach.

Yeti Lowlands Camping Blanket Review

Published: March 4, 2025

One of our favorites for a ground blanket. It’s comfortable and durable with its insulated, plush and thick fabric and resilient waterproof lining.

Oceas Sherpa Fleece Camping Blanket Review

A woman and a dog sitting on the Oceas Sherpa Fleece camping blanket in the Alvord Desert with the Steens Mountains in the background

Oceas Sherpa Fleece Camping Blanket Review

Published: March 4, 2025

A hybrid blanket that can be used as a ground blanket or a throw blanket and comes at an incredibly budget-friendly price.

10 Best Camping Blankets of 2025

Last Updated: February 27, 2025

Stay cozy at camp with our definitive guide to the best blankets for chilly nights under the stars, concerts on the lawn, and warm campfire snuggles.

How To Protect Yourself from Ticks While Hiking

How To Protect Yourself from Ticks While Hiking

Last Updated: February 26, 2025

Tick bites can make people anxious but with the right info and knowhow, you can keep yourself, your family, and your pets safe on trail.

Coleman Cascade 3-in-1 Camp Stove Review

Close up of flap jacks being made on the flat top grill attachment of the Coleman Cascade 3-in-1 Camp Stove

Coleman Cascade 3-in-1 Camp Stove Review

Published: February 20, 2025

This stove has all of the loveable qualities of a Coleman stove – lightweight, portable, and reliable – but also comes with a flat top and grill attachments to enhance your camp kitchen.

Gas ONE GS-3400P Camp Stove, Tested & Reviewed

the Gas ONE GS-1000 cooking bacon at camp, showing off how evenly it can cook.

Gas ONE GS-3400P Camp Stove, Tested & Reviewed

Published: February 20, 2025

Simple, lightweight, easy to use, and providing the versatility of fuel type –– this stove is a great addition to camp kitchens. It has convenient features, like fuel attachment storage and self-ignition, that make cooking a breeze.

Camp Chef EX60LW Explorer Camping Stove Review

the Camp Chef EX60LW Explorer 2 Burner Outdoor Camping Modular Cooking Stove in a gorgeous, rocky high desert camp ground

Camp Chef EX60LW Explorer Camping Stove Review

Published: February 20, 2025

This powerhouse is the stove you want when setting up camp for two-week bursts or for creating the best tailgate parties. This will deliver for those who demand more from their stoves.

Solo Stove Campfire Review

Solo Stove Campfire Review

Published: February 20, 2025

This wood-burning stove is a great option for those looking for a natural option to cook at camp. By burning twigs and other organic materials, you can leave the non-renewable fuel at home.

Jetboil Genesis Basecamp System Review

the Jetboil Genesis Basecamp System on a fold-out table in a high desert pine forest

Jetboil Genesis Basecamp System Review

Published: February 18, 2025

Known by backpackers for its self-contained systems that boil quickly and are easy to use, this frontcountry camp stove does not disappoint. We love its smart folding and packing design that makes it a breeze to transport.

Blackstone Original 17″ Tabletop Griddle with Hood Review

a woman opening the Blackstone Original 17" Tabletop Griddle with Hood with the easy-to-use handle

Blackstone Original 17″ Tabletop Griddle with Hood Review

Published: February 18, 2025

This griddle-top stove provides the space, power, and even cooking to churn out a lot of food for big crowds or for gourmet camp meals.

Snow Peak Home & Camp Butane Stove Full Review

the temperature controls of the Snow Peak Home & Camp butane stove

Snow Peak Home & Camp Butane Stove Full Review

Published: February 14, 2025

This lightweight stove packs into itself, making for such easy transport that you could throw this into a day pack for an adventurous lunch in the backcountry.

Coleman Classic 1-Burner Butane Camping Stove

Published: February 14, 2025

This camp stove is a no-nonsense option that is easy to operate. Perfect for beginners or for more advanced camp chefs looking for a lightweight option for smaller trips or an addition to their base camp kitchen.

Coleman Classic 2-Burner Camping Stove

the Coleman Cascade Classic 2-Burner cooking camp meals at a beachside camp

Coleman Classic 2-Burner Camping Stove

Published: February 14, 2025

Lightweight (especially for a double-burner), easy to use and transport, and boasting excellent cooking performance, this stove is a great choice for both beginners and seasoned camp chefs.

Kelty Late Start 2 Budget Tent Review

Inside view of the Kelty Late Start 2 interior showing the mesh walls, bathtub floor and floor space. Dry patches of grass and scattered bushes in the background

Kelty Late Start 2 Budget Tent Review

Published: February 5, 2025

This model is a unique twist on the classic dome-style tent with convenient corner pockets for a quick and effortless setup. The color-coded rainfly has pre-attached guy lines that are ready to use or stow away in their individual pockets.

Spacious Budget Tent: Mountainsmith Morrison EVO 2 Review

A Mountainsmith Morrison EVO 2 tent set up in the wilderness, with pine trees, fallen logs, and large boulders in the background.

Spacious Budget Tent: Mountainsmith Morrison EVO 2 Review

Published: February 5, 2025

This is an exceptionally large 2-person, three-season tent that offers unmatched interior space and a plethora of storage options. With oversized dual doors and vestibules and eleven interior pockets including loft and door stow pockets, this tent comes stacked with great storage options and plenty of space.