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The Ultimate Las Vegas Road Trip Hack: Ditch the Pricey Campervan for This Budget-Saving Alternative
Average campervan rentals in Las Vegas are expensive. Instead, rent a standard economy car and pair it with a premium camping setup from Basecamp Outdoor Gear.
Basecamp Outdoor Gear Team
4 min read


When Renting Camping Gear Beats Buying for Vegas Locals
Vegas locals: Should you invest thousands in your own outdoor setup, or does renting camping gear in Las Vegas make more sense? While owning a garage full of shiny gear sounds great, the unique Las Vegas lifestyle and environment often make renting the smarter, cheaper, and more convenient choice. Here are situations when renting camping gear beats buying for Vegas locals.
Basecamp Outdoor Gear Team
4 min read


Why Renting Camping Gear in Las Vegas is the Ultimate Southwest Travel Hack
Let's explore why renting camping gear in Las Vegas beats buying or flying with it. Renting outdoor equipment in Las Vegas is the easiest way to explore the US Southwest. It is the smartest, cheapest, and most sustainable move, and it's far more convenient than buying.
Basecamp Outdoor Gear Team
6 min read


What to Do If You Get Injured on a Hiking Trail in the Southwest
The American Southwest is one of the most beautiful places to camp and hike. But it is also deeply unforgiving, and it has a way of humbling people who underestimate it. Knowing what to do when things go sideways could save a life.
Guest Writer
6 min read


How to Keep Food Safe While Camping (Without Overthinking It)
Discover essential tips for keeping food safe while camping without overthinking it. Learn how to keep food safe while camping effortlessly.

James Brown
6 min read


Nighttime Safety Tips for Camping With Dogs
Camping with your dog can be one of the most memorable ways to experience the outdoors together. But it comes with safety challenges to consider. Here are six practical nighttime safety tips for camping with dogs.

Lucio Dascenzo
4 min read


Brewing Beyond the Kitchen: Your Guide to Incredible Coffee While Camping
Discover the secrets to brewing incredible coffee while camping! In this post, we'll cover essential tips and methods for making great coffee while camping.

Emma Morris
4 min read


Capsule Wardrobe for Kids: Travel Light, Adventure More
Introducing the outdoor capsule wardrobe, a packing method for family adventures. It’s not just about packing less; it’s about packing smarter. Build a lightweight, versatile wardrobe so you can spend less time packing and more time playing. Packing light doesn’t mean going without. It means having just what you need and nothing weighing you down, mentally or physically.
Basecamp Outdoor Gear Team
4 min read


🏕 5 Signs You’re Ready to Upgrade from Day Hikes to Overnight Backpacking
If you’ve been wondering whether it’s time to try overnight backpacking, here are five signs you’re more ready than you think — and some tips to make your first trip smooth, lightweight, and actually enjoyable.

David Nelson
3 min read


5 Best Ways to Train for Havasupai
This post explores the best ways to train for Havasupai. Use these training tips for Havasupai to prepare for your trip in advance.
Basecamp Outdoor Gear Team
4 min read


Pack Light, Hike Smarter: Unlock the Potential of Ultralight Backpacking
How to pack wisely for a backpacking trip, benefits of ultralight backpacking, and how to enjoy multi-day treks by reducing backpack weight.
Yasir Baloch
7 min read


8 Essential Tips for First Time Campers in the American Southwest
If this is your first time to the American Southwest, check out these tips for first-time campers to achieve a relaxing getaway
Basecamp Outdoor Gear Team
5 min read


Four things to remember when camping in a national park
We’ve compiled a list of four key things to remember when embarking on a camping trip in the national parks of the American Southwest.

Alec Carter
4 min read


Where to rent camping gear in the Southwest
Now that REI rentals have discontinued in Las Vegas, here are places to rent outdoor gear in the Southwest for travel to the national parks.
Basecamp Outdoor Gear Team
5 min read


Rent camping gear in Las Vegas
Renting camping gear in Las Vegas is easy and affordable. Save space in your luggage and hire outdoor gear for US Southwest road trips
Basecamp Outdoor Gear Team
3 min read


Havasupai Checklist: What to Pack for Your Backpacking Trip
This is the Havasupai checklist that we reference whenever we pack for a trip to Havasupai. We share this Havasupai packing list with you.
Basecamp Outdoor Gear Team
4 min read


General Camping Checklist: What to Pack for Your Next Road Trip
This is our complete camping packing list for general road trips around the Southwest. Use it as a reference and adapt it to your needs.
Basecamp Outdoor Gear Team
2 min read


How to use trekking poles: Do's and don'ts
How to use trekking poles, including best practices and common mistakes when using hiking sticks on trails in the American Southwest
Basecamp Outdoor Gear Team
5 min read


The Ultimate Guide to Motorcycle Camping
Motorcycle camping combines the convenience of highway travel with the open-air experience of walking and hiking.

Hugo Alais
6 min read


9 Tips for Building a Campfire
Building a campfire is a prerequisite for a great camping experience. Here are a few tips to build a long-lasting and safe campfire.

Paul Wilson
5 min read
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