Camping is one of the best ways to escape the hustle and bustle of daily life, but it’s even better when you’re prepared. Whether you’re new to the outdoors or a seasoned camper, these camping hacks will make your trip smoother, more comfortable, and a lot more fun.
1. Use a Shoe Organizer for Gear Storage
Hang a canvas shoe organizer on a tree or inside your tent to store flashlights, utensils, bug spray, and other small essentials. It keeps everything neat and within reach.
2. Pre-Make Your Meals
Prepping meals at home saves tons of time at the campsite. Chop your veggies, marinate your meat, and pack them in resealable bags for easy cooking over the fire.
3. Freeze Water Bottles Instead of Ice
They keep your cooler cold and double as drinking water once they melt. Win-win!
4. Bring a Mini Spice Kit
Skip bland campsite meals—fill a pill organizer or Tic Tac boxes with your favorite spices for gourmet-level camping cuisine.
5. Use Dryer Lint as Fire Starter
Dryer lint + a cardboard toilet paper roll = a super easy and effective fire starter. Cheap and eco-friendly!
6. Glow Sticks for Tent Zippers
Attach glow sticks to your tent’s zipper pulls so you can easily find your way in the dark (and avoid waking up your tent buddies).
7. Solar Lights Around Camp
Stick a few solar garden lights in the ground around your site. They charge during the day and light up your space at night—no tripping hazards!
8. Keep Mosquitoes Away with Sage
Throw some sage into your campfire to naturally repel mosquitoes. Smells great too!
9. Bring a Headlamp + Jug for Tent Light
Strap a headlamp around a clear water jug with the light facing inward. It creates a soft, glowing lantern perfect for inside your tent.
10. Duct Tape = Lifesaver
Fix a tent, patch a shoe, make a clothesline—duct tape is the ultimate camping MVP. Wrap a few feet around your water bottle so you always have some handy.