All the outdoor gear you need to camp in your backyard

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• Just because traditional campsites are closed doesn't mean you can't get creative and enjoy a few nights spent camping.
• With the right selection of gear, and access to a backyard or patio, setting up your own at-home campground is a fun way to rough it without needing to travel.

With access to parks and campsites across the country somewhat restricted, it may seem like a family camping trip is entirely out of the question. While it may not be possible to pack up the car and head to your favorite national park, that doesn't mean you still can't enjoy some time in the great outdoors.

In fact, a backyard campout is a time-honored tradition. I've spent many a night under the stars on my own property, tent pitched, camp stove burning, and cooler stocked. It gives me the chance to enjoy everything I love about camping, without having to leave home. It's a clever relief from the stresses of the week, and one that doesn't often require much preparation outside of just setting everything up.

Of course, when roughing it in your backyard, you'll still need the proper gear to make it comfortable. The good news is that since you're only walking out the backdoor, you can bring anything you want with you on this makeshift excursion.

To help figure out what's best for setting up the ultimate backyard campground, we've rounded up some of our favorite camping gear that's perfect for the home. So, no matter if you want to replicate the flicker of a campfire or enjoy the comfort of a queen-size air mattress, we have you covered.