By choosing locations near hiking trails, paddling put-ins, or climbing hubs, once you set up camp, your days are ready to be packed with adventure! Before you hit the open road, you’ll need to make sure you’ve got the right gear. Our list below will help you get started, but always remember to pack gear specific for the time of year, place, and activities you plan on emBARKing on.
Read MoreThe air was crisp and cool as I flung open the van doors. Amos, my 9-month-old puppy, stirred at my feet, and we both jumped out to explore the campsite we had pulled into the dark the night before. I started boiling water for coffee and heard my mom waking inside the van. She climbed out slowly, stretched in the cool morning air, then exclaimed, “I love van camping! Let’s cancel all our Airbnb’s for the rest of the trip.”
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