25 Backyard Camping Ideas That'll Give You the Best Staycation Ever

We're all dreaming of an epic summer vacation right now. At the same time, you and your family may be feeling like it's an impossible time to get away. But don't despair—if you can't hit the open road for your annual beach getaway or car camping trip, the next best option is to simply open your back door.

That's right—turning your backyard into your own personal camp site is a fun and pretty easy way to experience the great outdoors without packing the car and the bags and, perhaps the best perk of all, no one will ask, "Are we there yet?" (Another bonus: Indoor bathrooms. Are you sold yet?)

Create a backyard camp by pitching a tent, setting up the best camping chairs around a fire or one of these best camping stoves, and cook up some delicious campfire recipes (s'mores are a must-have sweet treat while telling spooky stories!). And if bugs are a problem in your backyard, don't forget the best bug zappers that really work!

These 25 backyard camping ideas will make your summer staycation a fun family memory—and maybe even a tradition—for years to come.