Camping Hacks

Hey, outdoor crew! At Wild Heaven Gear, we’re all about escaping into the wild—those crackling campfires, starry skies, and that sweet smell of pine. But let’s face it: camping’s even better when you’ve got a few tricks up your sleeve. We’ve scoured the trails (and TikTok!) to bring you seven trending hacks that’ll make your 2025 trips epic—and affordable. These are practical, fun, and oh-so-shareable. Try ‘em out, and let’s swap stories in the comments!

1. Solar Lantern Phone Charger

Why pack extra gear when you can multitask? Grab a solar-powered lantern with a built-in USB port—and charge your phone while lighting up your site. Hang it from your tent during the day, and you’ve got power for those sunset pics. 

2. Coffee Bag Breakfast Bombs

Say goodbye to soggy oatmeal packets. Mix oats, nuts, and dried fruit in a resealable coffee filter bag, tie it shut, and drop it in boiling water. Boom—a no-mess, barista-vibe breakfast trending among van-lifers. Clean-up’s a breeze, leaving more time to explore. Check out The Dyrt’s camp cooking tips for more inspo.

3. Pool Float Hammock Hack

Hammocks are hot in 2025—just peek at Instagram’s #CampLife. No pricey gear? Blow up a pool float (yep, the $5 kind), string it between trees with some rope from our Camping Essentials, and you’ve got a lightweight lounger. It’s quirky, comfy, and doubles as a float for lake days.

4. Sage Smudge Mosquito Shield

Mosquitoes crashing your vibe? Skip the sprays and toss a bundle of dried sage into the fire—its smoke’s a natural bug repellent trending in eco-camping circles. Bonus: it smells amazing, unlike that chemical stuff. Pair it with our Wild Heaven Tent for a bug-free sleep zone.

5. Frozen Water Bottle Cooler

Ice packs are old news. Freeze a water bottle overnight, toss it in your cooler, and watch it keep snacks chilled all day—a hack blowing up on outdoor forums like Backpacker. As it melts, you’ve got cold water to sip. Smart, right? Keeps your budget—and your cooler—happy.

6. DIY Glow-in-the-Dark Stakes

Tripping over tent stakes at night? Paint them with glow-in-the-dark nail polish (a steal at any dollar store) for a glowing outline that’s all over Pinterest. It’s cheap, practical, and makes your site look next-level cool. Add our Tent Accessories to lock it down tight.

7. Egg Carton Fire Pods

Fire starters are having a moment—and this one’s genius. Stuff an old egg carton with dryer lint and melted wax (candle stubs work!), and you’ve got portable, waterproof pods that light up fast. One pod per fire, and you’re golden. See how campers swear by it on Outdoor Life. Affordable gear, epic flames—our kind of combo.

Join the Wild Heaven Crew!

These hacks are our latest obsessions—practical enough to save your trip, trendy enough to impress your camp buddies. We’re a small Canadian family business pouring our love for the outdoors into every piece of gear, like our latest collection. Tried one of these? Got a hack that’s pure gold? Drop it below—we’re dying to hear! Where’s your next adventure headed in 2025?