There’s something about camping that brings families together a little differently. The phones get put down, the campfire gets lit, and suddenly everyone is actually spending time together again. Some of the best camping memories are not always the big trips or expensive adventures. Sometimes it’s laughing over a card game at the picnic table or competing in a flashlight scavenger hunt after dark.
If you’re planning a camping trip this season, here are some fun family games to keep everyone entertained at the campsite.
Campground Scavenger Hunt
This one is always a hit with kids and honestly adults get competitive too.
Create a list of things to find around the campground like:
• Pinecones
• A bird feather
• A campsite with a flag
• A red camper
• Something shaped like a heart
• A squirrel
You can keep it simple for younger kids or make it more challenging for older ones. It’s an easy way to explore the campground and burn off some energy.
Cornhole Tournament
A campground classic.
Cornhole is easy to pack along and almost everyone can play. Set up a mini family tournament and keep score throughout the weekend. Winner gets first pick of dessert by the campfire.
Card Games Around the Picnic Table
Sometimes the simple games are the best ones.
A deck of cards can provide hours of entertainment at the campsite. Go Fish, Uno, Crazy Eights, Old Maid, and Spoons are all easy options that work great for camping trips.
Bonus points if it starts raining outside and everyone crowds into the camper for game night.
Flashlight Hide and Seek
Once the sun goes down, this becomes the game everyone talks about afterward.
Flashlight hide and seek combines regular hide and seek with flashlight tag and works especially well at campgrounds with open grassy areas. Just make sure everyone stays close to the campsite and away from roads.
Campfire Story Challenge
Have each family member add one sentence at a time to create a funny campfire story. You never know where it’ll end up.
Most of the time the stories get completely ridiculous, which honestly makes them even better.
Outdoor Tic Tac Toe
This is an easy one for younger kids.
Use sticks and rocks to create a giant tic tac toe board on the ground. Pinecones can be X’s and small rocks can be O’s. Simple, free, and keeps little campers entertained.
Charades Camping Edition
Put a camping twist on charades with prompts like:
• Roasting marshmallows
• Catching a fish
• Setting up a tent
• Starting a campfire
• Driving the RV
It’s easy, funny, and gets everyone laughing.
Glow Stick Ring Toss
Grab a few glow sticks and bottles or cones and turn the campsite into a nighttime game zone. This is especially fun for kids after dark and adds a little extra excitement to the evening.
Don’t Forget the Best Part
At the end of the day, camping is really about spending time together. The games do not have to be fancy or expensive to become memories your family talks about for years.
Whether you’re heading out for a weekend getaway or planning a big summer adventure, make time for a few games around the campsite. Those are usually the moments everyone remembers most.
Ready to make more camping memories this season? Stop by Crabtree RV Center and let us help you find the perfect RV for your next family adventure.
