{"id":591,"date":"2025-05-20T04:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-05-20T04:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/s37407.p1377.sites.pressdns.com\/resources\/17-fun-camping-games-for-kids\/"},"modified":"2025-05-21T05:47:19","modified_gmt":"2025-05-21T05:47:19","slug":"17-fun-camping-games-for-kids","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.care.com\/c\/17-fun-camping-games-for-kids\/","title":{"rendered":"19 fun camping games for kids"},"content":{"rendered":"
Camping with kids poses many challenges, but keeping them entertained during downtime shouldn’t be one of them. There are plenty of things to do while camping — in between putting up the tents and roasting marshmallows — all it takes is a little creativity.<\/p>
Whether you’re roughing it with just your family on your camping adventure, or you’re bringing along a nanny or summer sitter, make this year’s trip extra fun with these 19 camping games for kids.<\/p>
Key takeaways<\/h3>
Camping with kids can be tricky, but keeping them entertained is easy with fun, creative games. <\/li>
From nature scavenger hunts to flashlight tag and camping charades, there’s something for all ages and weather. <\/li>
These 17 games help make downtime fun and memorable for the whole family.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>
1. Nature scavenger hunt<\/h2>
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Nurture kids’ urge to explore by planning or downloading a nature scavenger hunt. This is a classic camping game that kids of all ages can play. Tweak the instructions to make them age-appropriate. Keep play in the campground area so as not to disturb the wilderness.<\/p>
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