Guides & hacks
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…
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…
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,…
Relationship Goals: Tips and Ideas for Camping as a Couple
As outdoor enthusiasts, it’s only natural that we love to share camping with the people we love. Maybe your significant…
Hipcamp’s 2025 Stargazing Guide and Astronomical Calendar
Planet sightings, supermoons, eclipses, and meteor showers—stargazing is one of the best parts of spending time outside on an overnight…
Do You Need a Permit to Camp at Joshua Tree National Park?
Yes, you do need a permit to backcountry camp in Joshua Tree National Park, but permits are easier to snag…
9 Tips for a Memorable Christmas Camping Trip in Australia
Whatever your style of Christmas camping—whether it's a campervan road trip, a glamping getaway, or a hiking holiday peppered with…