Hammocks Archives

The Best Camping Hammocks of 2023

Versatile, lightweight hammocks can be a great alternative to tents when camping in the backyard or the backcountry. Check out the best options for 2022.

Written by Austin Beck-Doss December 08, 2022

Silky-Soft Tree Sleeper: Grand Trunk TrunkTech Hammock Review

Grand Trunk’s TrunkTech hammock comes in both single and double sizes, and is durable, soft, strong, and breathable.

Written by Mary Murphy August 24, 2022

This $13,000 Hammock Comes With Its Own Camper Trailer

TAXA Outdoors partners up with Kammok to update car camping as we know it. Say ‘hi’ to the Limited Edition Woolly Bear camper trailer.

Written by Jilli Cluff November 10, 2021

How to Hang a Hammock

From overnight camping to festivals or relaxing with a good book, hammocking is an ideal outdoor experience — but only if you know how to…

Written by Staff Post October 27, 2020

My All-Time Favorite Camp Chair: The NEMO x First Lite Stargaze Recliner Luxury Chair

It’s a hammock chair. It’s a recliner. And, out of the thousands of chairs I’ve sat in over my lifetime, the NEMO x First Lite…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri September 23, 2020

How to Hammock Camp

Time to rethink your camping or backpacking shelter of choice. Move on from a standard tent for the relaxing luxury of hammock camping.

Written by Staff Post August 24, 2020

Kammok Launches Packable, Waterproof Packs

The brand most people know for hammocks enters the backpack and duffel market.

Written by Seiji Ishii August 27, 2019

National Hammock Day: Save Up to 60%

July 22 is National Hammock Day, and there’s no better way to celebrate than snagging a great deal on a new hammock.

Written by Mallory Paige July 22, 2019

ENO SkyLoft Hammock Review: No More Taco With Lay-Flat Design

Eagles Nest Outfitters helped usher in the light and packable parachute hammock craze nearly 20 years ago. The latest offering has collapsible spreader bars to…

Written by Staff Post May 28, 2019

10 Hammock Camping Mistakes You’re Probably Making

If you already love hammock camping or just want to give it a try, this 10-minute video will help you get a more comfortable night’s…

Written by Sean McCoy May 16, 2019

Kammok Mantis Review: All-In-One Hammock System for Campers

Strong materials and an intuitive design combine in the Kammok Mantis, an all-in-one hammock system that goes live today on Kickstarter. We got our hands…

Written by Staff Post February 13, 2019

Big Bunk: Kammok Roo Double Hammock 40% Off Sale

There’s more room for snuggling or spreading out in Kammok’s high-performance Roo Double hammock. And now, you can get this spacious outdoor sleeper for nearly…

Written by Julie Kailus January 16, 2019

Kammok Bobcat Trail Quilt Review: Blanket Transforms for Hammock Camping

A minimalist sleeping bag, a blanket, a top quilt, and an underquilt all in one cozy package, Kammok’s new Bobcat Trail Quilt packs a soft,…

Written by Jake Ferguson October 18, 2018

Tents vs. Hammocks: How a Traditional Camper Took to Sleeping in Trees

Hammock-life brand Kammok tried to sell me — a lifelong tent-user — on hanging versus traditional camping. So I went along with the brand for…

Written by Seiji Ishii August 10, 2018

Hitch Mount Hammocking, No Trees Needed

The McLean Metalworks Hammock Mount lets you hang from the hitch or tire of your adventuremobile.

Written by Bryon Dorr July 12, 2018

Better Together: ENO Fuse Tandem Hammock System Review

Hang two hammocks side by side from just two trees. In our review of ENO’s Fuse Tandem hammock spreader bar, we found it to be…

Written by Jake Ferguson December 07, 2017

Meet the World’s Lightest Hammock

Weighing a scant 4 ounces, the 8-foot Daylite hammock packs down smaller than your phone.

Written by Adam Ruggiero November 01, 2017

Hammock Camping: Kammok Koala Underquilt Review

The Koala underquilt is a popular choice for hammock campers. The new synthetic version is as nice as its feathered cousin at fraction of the price.

Written by Jake Ferguson October 06, 2017

All-Mesh Treepod Offers Airy New Way to Hang

Treepods made waves among hammock campers two years ago with its hanging sleep capsules. Now, it’s letting in a breeze.

Written by Adam Ruggiero September 21, 2017

BYOH: Georgia Park A Monument to #HammockLife

BYOH (bring your own hammock) and enjoy a hang in this purpose-built Georgia park.

Written by Adam Ruggiero August 16, 2017

Relax Anywhere With ENO Nomad Hammock Stand

With ENO’s Nomad Hammock Stand you don’t need trees, suspended bliss can happen anywhere. Hang a hammock at the beach, in the yard, or even…

Written by Jake Ferguson August 15, 2017

Review: Sleeping Pad With ‘Wings’ For Hammock Campers

Overnight ‘freeze-outs’ deter many from spending the whole night hammock camping. So Klymit decided to make a hammock-specific, insulated sleeping pad.

Written by Jake Ferguson August 04, 2017