Our Favorite Camping Games to Bring on the Camping Trip

Going Camping? Don't Forget the Board Games!

Originally posted: April 28, 2025
Updated: July 27, 2026

Summer time means it’s peak camping season! Whether you’re avid campers or you’re setting out on your very first family camping adventure, board games should be on your packing list! Even if you won’t be bringing the kids on this trip, tabletop games are a great way to bring everyone together. There is nothing better than gathering around camp with friends and family, the fire crackling in the background, a frothy beverage in your hand, and an engaging board game on the table. No matter the ages, skills or abilities of the players, HABA has got you covered with this list of our 10 favorite camping games.

These best-sellers check all the boxes when it comes to choosing great camping games and family games for a fun night under the stars!

✅ Easy to set-up & learn
✅ Quality pieces
✅ Replayability
✅ Quick rounds
✅ Fun for ALL ages - not just for kids!

Camping Games for Kids and Adults:

Animal Upon Animal (ages 5+)

It's no surprise this classic HABA dexterity game has been a best-seller for more than a decade. It's easy to learn and set up and appeals to a wide range of ages, skills and abilities. Play is quick, but can get quite tense depending on how competitive your group wants to get! In Animal Upon Animal, players race each other to be the first to stack all of their wooden animals. A roll of the die tells the players how many animals can be placed or whether they can add to the alligator base. This game fosters hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills.
Rhino Hero (ages 5+)

Don’t let the age range fool you - this game is a must-have for every family game collection! All ages enjoy the excitement of strategically stacking cards, moving the rhino, and keeping a steady hand. Many describe this game as “uno” with a stacking mechanism. First player to get rid of all of their cards without knocking down the growing tower is the winner!
Monza (ages 5+)

A clever but simple game that combines color recognition and "thinking ahead" skills, Monza takes its name from the Italian city known for its Formula One Grand Prix racing circuit. A good strategy, and a bit of luck is what it takes to win this racing game for 2-4 players ages 5 and up. The colored dice indicate the spaces on the track that you can drive on, but which lane should you take and when should you start trying to pass the competition? The player who crosses the finish line first wins!

Camping Games for the Older Crowd:

Fast Factory (ages 8+)

Looking for a camping game that brings big laughs, teamwork, and a whole lot of action? Fast Factory is a standout choice for families who love a little friendly competition around the picnic table. In this high-energy, cooperative game, players become ambitious assembly robots racing to complete zany task cards as quickly as possible. It’s easy to learn but challenging to master, perfect for cozy evenings in the tent or rainy-day cabin downtime. The faster your team can work together to solve each task, the more golden tickets you’ll earn on your way to becoming the ultimate assembly champs!
King of the Dice (ages 8+)

This game hits the mark! Not only is it a simple, quick game to learn, but it also has broad appeal to gamers and non-gamers alike! On their turn, players are rolling dice yahtzee-style, while trying to collect citizen & village cards in order to build up their kingdom and score the most points! Features eye-catching artwork and a compact sized box for easy transport.
Stuglandet (ages 8+)

Capture the cozy feeling of a Scandinavian cabin getaway, no matter where you're camping! In Stuglandet, players toss wooden cabins like dice and strategically claim picturesque lakefronts, islands, and city plots to build the perfect retreat. With quick-to-learn rules, charming artwork, and just the right amount of strategy, it's an ideal game for families and friends to enjoy around the picnic table after a day of outdoor adventures.

Camping Games for the Littles:

First Orchard (ages 2+)

This beginner board game teaches color, turn taking and co-operation so that pesky ole crow doesn't get the fruit in the orchard before it's all harvested! It also doubles as an open-ended toy set. So whether your toddler is up for playing by the rules or would prefer to carry the chunky wood fruit around - it's the perfect thing to bring along to camp!
Here Fishy Fishy (ages 2+)

Another great beginner board game with a camping theme, especially if you are going to do any fishing! This early board game allows kids to reel in the fun, while they develop color recognition, dexterity, patience and learn first game rules and how to apply them. And this game has a fun free play option as children can use the magnetic fishing rod to bring all the sea dwellers to life through imaginative play.
Hello, Vacation! (ages 2+)

Hitting the campground with toddlers? My Very First Games: Hello, Vacation! is the perfect travel companion. Young players help Rocky Raccoon pack his little red car by matching colorful luggage to the roll of the die. With chunky game pieces, quick rounds, and a fun 3D car, it's an easy-to-learn first game that builds color recognition, turn-taking, and fine motor skills while keeping little campers happily engaged between adventures.

Have limited space? Try these travel-sized camping games!

Want a great interactive family game but need it to fit easily in between the beach chairs and the canoe? Our mini games are the answer.

Mixalotl (ages 4+)

Add a little silly fun to your campsite with Mixalotl, a fast-paced matching game filled with goofy mixed-up animals and plenty of laughter. Players race to spot the correct animal combinations while trying to catch the mischievous Mixalotl before he stirs up even more chaos. Quick to learn and easy to pack, this lively game helps build observation skills, pattern recognition, and quick thinking, making it a great choice for family camping trips and evenings around the picnic table.
On the Hunt for Dinos (ages 5+)

Turn your next camping trip into a prehistoric adventure with this exciting dinosaur-themed memory and strategy game! Perfect for dino-loving kids, this game sends players on a thrilling quest to spot dinosaurs in the wild jungle. Players must match search cards with hidden dinosaur cards to move their wooden dino forward on the track. But it’s not all smooth hiking, unexpected obstacles make every turn a test of memory, planning, and just the right amount of luck. Whether you’re playing by lantern light or on a picnic blanket under the trees, this compact, engaging game adds a little Jurassic joy to any outdoor escape.

So the next time you’re packing for a camping trip, don’t forget to bring along some of these fun and adventurous camping games that are sure to get everyone playing, laughing, and making memories. Happy camping!