Fall might be the best-kept secret of the camping calendar. The crowds thin out, the bugs disappear, the leaves turn, and campsites that were booked solid in July suddenly open up. It’s also the season that asks the most of your gear, with chilly mornings, warm afternoons, and sunsets that arrive before you’ve finished setting up camp. To help you make the most of it, we pulled together some of our favorite products for staying connected, staying warm, and stretching every evening around the fire a little longer.
Stay online anywhere with the TravlFi JourneyGo 5G Hotspot
Fall road trips have a way of taking you further off the beaten path, and that’s usually right where the bars disappear. The TravlFi JourneyGo 5G is a portable hotspot built specifically for RVers and campers, delivering 5G speeds with automatic 4G LTE fallback so you can pull up weather, stream by the campfire, or log a few hours of work without hunting for a signal. Its TowerSync™ technology automatically connects you to the strongest available network across multiple major carriers. It’s one device, one plan, and no SIM swapping. With up to 24 hours of battery life and support for up to 16 connected devices, it keeps the whole crew online, and the month-to-month plans mean you only pay for the months you’re actually out there.
Stay connected to your Safety Circle with ZOLEO
Shorter days and emptier trailheads make fall a great time to head deeper into the backcountry, and a great time to have a plan for when cell service runs out. ZOLEO is more than a satellite communicator. It’s a safety and preparedness platform designed to keep you connected when you travel beyond cell coverage. Through messaging, check-ins, location sharing, weather updates, and 24/7 monitored SOS, ZOLEO helps your friends, family, and other trusted contacts (your Safety Circle) stay informed and connected.
The new ZOLEO builds on that dependable experience with enhanced tactile buttons, a high-visibility design, USB-C charging, and secure Bluetooth pairing. It provides greater confidence and peace of mind for the moments that matter.
Keep the group together with the Rocky Talkie Mountain Radio
When the group splits up to scout a campsite, gather firewood, or catch the last hour of light on the trail, the Rocky Talkie Mountain Radio keeps everyone talking. Designed and tested in the Colorado Rockies, this license-free FRS radio works right out of the box. It’s got five intuitive buttons, and requires no setup or programming. A specialized lithium-ion battery delivers 3 to 5 days of life even in extreme cold, and the shatterproof screen, tough thermoplastic shell, and climbing-rated carabiner with backup leash mean it can handle being clipped to a pack and dragged through a whole season. Expect 1 to 5 miles of real-world range in mountain terrain, and clear communication right when you need it most.
End the night right with the HERSHEY’S S’mores Kit
No fall camping trip is complete without s’mores, and the HERSHEY’S S’mores Kit takes the guesswork out of packing for them. One box has everything you need (marshmallows ready to roast, HERSHEY’S Milk Chocolate, and classic graham crackers) to build up to ten ooey, gooey, melty s’mores. No three separate grocery aisles, no half-crushed graham crackers rattling around the bottom of the bin. Just hand them out around the fire and let everyone go to work.
Layer up with the SWOOP Core Merino Baselayer Top
Made with 95% merino wool and a touch of stretch, SWOOP’s Core Merino Baselayer Top is a buttery-soft baselayer built for crisp trail days, changing conditions, and cozy nights around the campfire. Naturally odor-resistant, easy to layer, and small enough to tuck into any adventure bag, it’s made for wearing more and washing less. The limited-edition ptarmigan print, created in collaboration with Alaskan artist Paige Brady, brings a little of Alaska’s wild beauty wherever you roam, and the Floral Bloom gives a fun little pop of color.
Bring the fire anywhere with the PACKFIRE Foldable Fire Pit
Fire season restrictions have finally started to ease up, the nights are getting longer, and suddenly the campfire is the whole point of the trip. The PACKFIRE is a full-size 22″ fire pit that folds completely flat, with three pieces, no tools needed, and QuickDraw™ legs that click into place in about 15 seconds. Its patented ClearBurn™ airflow system creates a secondary combustion that reburns smoke before it escapes, so you get a hotter, cleaner fire and stop playing musical chairs every time the wind shifts. The custom travel backpack is included, which means it goes to the dispersed site two hours off pavement just as easily as it goes to the tailgate.
Fall is the perfect time to hit the road or the trail with gear that keeps you comfortable, connected, and ready for whatever the season brings. Bookmark this guide, share it with your camping crew, and make the most of every autumn adventure.
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