Guides & hacks
Top Tips for Catching the 2026 California Superbloom
Every few years, typically between early March and late June, California's pretty poppies and ethereal desert lilies sprout in unison…
How to Choose the Best Campsite for an Easter Camping Getaway
Regardless of whether you’re a first-time camper or a seasoned outdoorsperson, the campsite you choose can determine the success of…
Hipcamp’s 2026 Stargazing Guide and Astronomical Calendar
From meteor showers and supermoons to eclipses and planet sightings, 2026 stargazing conditions offer plenty of reasons to spend the…
13 Experiential Holiday Gifts for Campers (Not Gear!)
While we love good gear, plenty of great holiday gear gift guides are already out there. And sometimes the most…
Nature Alert: The Ultimate Guide to Fall Camping for Peak Foliage
One of the best parts of fall (besides all the delicious pie, of course) is the foliage. Think of campfires…
Which is the Best Joshua Tree Entrance?
When it comes to planning your getaway to Joshua Tree National Park, it's important to choose your route based on both…
A Mom’s Top Tips for Camping with Toddlers
Camping with kids between the ages of 2 and 5 is an art. The kind of art that splatters everywhere,…
Nature Alert: Where to See Fields of Wildflowers This Spring
Lupines, poppies, bluebbonnets, and more—wildflower season is upon us, with waves of new color coming over the next couple of…
How to Go Camping with Babies & Toddlers: Notes from a Hipcamp Mum
Hipcamp social media manager Clarice shares the tried-and-true tips and tricks she's picked up camping with her 2-year-old. Camping with…
How to Find Free Camping in the US
If you crave solitude, exploration, and adventure, consider dispersed free camping on your next trip. About 28% of US landmass,…