"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Sometimes the only way to truly get away from everything (and everyone!) is to go on a hike. Not just for ...

Camping gear startup TravelBird has come up with ZeroG ultra-light hammock tent that packs into a pocket-sized bag.

Even though you’re sleeping off the ground when hammock camping, an insulating pad will make overnighting outdoors more comfortable. The best sleeping pads for hammocks are lightweight, warm, and ...

A great night's sleep probably isn't the thing that comes to mind when you think of camping, but it would be with Haven Tents. The Utah-based outdoor company makes patented lay flat hammock tents that ...

A gentle rocking motion makes people fall asleep faster. And they sleep more deeply, their brains waves show. Swiss researchers say the changes in... Napping in a hammock is one of the more delightful ...

This summer I proved to myself that you can teach an old dog -- me -- new tricks. When I was planning my Lake Huron tour by scooter, I came across an e-mail message touting the use of hammocks for ...

Y’know what, they’re onto something, the Spanish. What’s better than taking the weight off your feet and indulging in an afternoon nap after a hearty lunch, suspended above the ground in a cozy ...

KINGSPORT, Tenn. — A new campground in Kingsport lets you sleep under the stars and in the air. You'll do that in a hammock at Tennessee's first hammock-only campground. "Put a hammock in the tree and ...

Whether you’re soaking up the sun in your own backyard or venturing out to your favorite campsite this summer, a hammock is a great way to relax outdoors. There are hammocks that are ideal for many ...