Hammocks Articles & Videos

• Hammocks for Camping

  Hammocks make an ideal option for lounging and sleeping around a campsite. Most hammocks have an open face for casual use, while you can completely close others for sleeping off the ground. Camping hammocks should be lightweight, portable a… read more

• The Best Backpacking Hammocks

  Hammocks are a popular alternative to setting up a tent and sleeping on the ground while backpacking. Lightweight hammocks can drop a few pounds off your pack by eliminating the need for a tent and sleeping pad, and they can give you a comf… read more

• How to Hang a Hammock Swing

  Hang a hammock at your campsite, on the beach, even on the trail---anywhere you just want to relax and enjoy the great outdoors. Rope hammocks offer one of the best lightweight solutions for those who want to take one on a day trip or an ov… read more

• Homemade Camping Hammock

  Setting up a hammock during a camping trip is a nice way to relax and enjoy the beauty and sounds of the great outdoors. Rather than drag along a bulky hammock, you can create a simple hammock with a few basic items that are commonly toted… read more

• Review on the Clark Jungle Hammock

  Clark Hammocks are composed of three layers, including a strong base, a mesh lining and a rain fly. The Jungle Hammock weighs around 3 pounds. The nylon mesh is designed to hold up to 700 pounds, but for safety, Clark recommends a maximum l… read more

• Homemade Camping Hammocks

  For those who love to sleep out in the open air, it's hard to beat camping with a hammock. But purchasing a good hammock from an outdoor store or camping store can leave your pocketbook hurting. Consider making your own hammock. It's relati… read more

• Hammock Camping Techniques

  Camping hammocks, ranging in cost from $20 to hundreds of dollars, are typically smaller and lighter than the one- or two-person tents they replace. For many, hammock camping is the ultimate in luxury and comfort. read more

• The Best Hammock: Review

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• Hammock Camping Tips

  Hammock camping is a simple and fun alternative to traditional tent camping. Developed in Latin America well before the arrival of European settlers and conquistadors, the hammock elevates the user off the ground, keeping them safe from gro… read more

• The Best Hammock Tents

  A hammock tent is the perfect alternative for backcountry campers and hikers on the go. A hammock tent is suspended from two trees or posts to keep the camper off of the ground. This is a great solution to a standard tent for several reason… read more

• How to Make a Jungle Hammock

  When camping in the jungle, a hammock is of more value than any other form of shelter. It is crucial to get it up off the jungle floor, where numerous dangerous and nocturnal creepy-crawlies will be found once it gets dark. Also, the jungle… read more