Finding the right camping gear can make or break a trip, especially when you’re camping with kids. At Mom Goes Camping, gear reviews come from real use in the field, not just spec sheets. From the mountains of Serbia to trails across the Balkans and beyond, every product recommendation on this site has been tested in actual camping conditions with children in tow.
This category covers everything you need to camp comfortably and safely as a family: tents, sleeping bags, sleeping pads, camp kitchens, lighting, backpacks, child carriers, and more. You’ll find honest comparisons, budget-friendly picks, and ultralight options for families who want to move fast on the trail without sacrificing comfort at camp.
Whether you’re outfitting your first camping trip or upgrading gear you’ve had for years, the reviews here are written to help you spend your money wisely. No sponsored fluff, no gear you don’t actually need. Just honest recommendations from a mom who has been camping with her kids for over a decade.
For the longest time, I refused to buy expensive backpacking clothing. I was certain that all those “experts” who recommended Merino wool (or other pricy materials) were just part of a marketing scam. Heck, I even used to go backpacking in cotton clothes!
Is Merino Wool Worth It? Read More »
At 5’1”, I’m a pretty short woman. This means that most adult sleeping bags – even the ones made for women, are too large for me. Luckily, there are a few brands which now make sleeping bags for short women. There are also some kids sleeping bags which will work for petite women too. Here
Best Sleeping Bags for Short Women and Teen Girls (Comparison Table) Read More »
The weather is getting colder, you still want to go camping but you don’t want to buy a new (and probably expensive!) sleeping bag. So, you are wondering whether you can nest two sleeping bags to make one warmer bag. Here’s what you need to know about putting one sleeping bag into another to bump
Can You Use Two Sleeping Bags to Make One Warmer Bag? Read More »
I usually bring sandals to wear around camp when on backpacking trips. But, when backpacking cold and wet weather, the sandals simply don’t cut it. My feet would end up cold and wet.
Best Camp Booties for Cold Weather (Including Cheap UL Solutions) Read More »
When you start hiking, you’ll quickly realize that there are lots of “gear snobs” who insist that you need to wear special pants. And, under no conditions, should you wear cotton clothes hiking. But how much truth is there to this – is it really that bad to wear jeans hiking?
Is It Okay to Wear Jeans Hiking? Read More »
Drip-drying is fine for day hikes. If you are going hiking for longer though, things can get funky quickly if you don’t wipe. I used to pack toilet paper out with me, but then I got sick of carrying tons of TP plus a bag for it. I tried a bandana, but it got dirty
DIY Hiking Pee Cloth (No-Sew Kula Cloth Alternative) Read More »