The 6 Best Camping Hammocks of 2025, Tested and Reviewed

I’ve been camping my whole life starting with backyard campouts and local overnights and growing into longhaul RV vacations and backpacking trips. One thing I always bring with me is a hammock (and yes, we even had one set up for backyard camp nights.) I’ve never regretted the extra bit of weight when relaxing at camp after a long day of hiking in the sun.

I bought my Eno SingleNest Camping Hammock almost 10 years ago before moving to Indonesia. I knew I would be doing a lot of hiking, camping, and beach-lounging, so this hammock ended up coming with me just about everywhere clipped to my daypack. I’ve used it for every outdoor adventure since then, and it’s nearly perfect condition, sporting zero rips, tears, or other issues.

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I can’t even begin to count the number of afternoons I’ve spent relaxing in the shade with a book outside my house, swinging in the breeze on this hammock. There’s something supremely relaxing about an earned nap in the sun after a long day of hiking, swimming, or setting up camp—and it’s even better when you can snooze in a supportive hammock. I first bought the Eno SingleNest almost 10 years ago before moving to Indonesia where I planned a lot of hiking and camping explorations. It turned out to be a great addition to my gear kit, and I brought it everywhere from Mount Bromo in West Java to Lake Toba in Sumatra and even to Bali.

This compact hammock is a great item to have on group camping trips where tent space may be at a minimum, and also a fun spot to relax by the ocean or up in the mountains—all you need is two trees or posts to hang it up and you’re ready to go. I do recommend getting additional straps to give you more flexibility in set-up, which increases the amount of items you need to pack, but the hammock stuffs into its own pocket and the straps come with a carry bag as well, so I keep the two clipped together at all times. The two bags are still compact enough that I clipped them to the outside of my hiking pack for every hiking and camping trip I took throughout my two years living in Asia (and I have continued that habit to this day.)

The Details: Nylon | 1 pound | 400-pound weight capacity | 9.5 feet long

More Hammocks I Love for Camping

Whether you’re a frequent camper or new to the outdoors, I highly recommend packing a hammock of your own to make your time in the outdoors a lot more comfortable and relaxing. If the Eno one above isn’t right for your adventure, I’ve got several others I recommend below, all tested by our outdoor experts and vetted by me. From tandem models to lightweight options, these camping hammocks are actually worth bringing on your next outing.

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When it comes to backcountry camping, you really have to prepare more for the elements, which can include lower temperatures, encounters with animals, and definitely bugs. I had malaria after spending a few years living in Asia, so I now take bug-repellents even more seriously than I did before, and having a hammock that comes with a bug-net is an amazing addition. The mosquito net also has guylines so you can pull the netting away from your face and body to give you a more spacious feel. This is the updated model of the Blackbird XLC, with upgraded footbox and storage shelf.

This Warbonnet is also incredibly easy to use and features an asymmetrical design that allows you to lay diagonally for more of a flat position. The hammock material is soft, comfortable, and breathable, yet you can trust that it’s strong and durable. When folded down into its stuffsack, it takes up minimal space, so you can toss it into your hiking pack or clip it to the outside for easy transport.

The Details: Nylon | 1.36 pounds | 350-pound weight capacity | 11 feet long

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I recognize that not everyone is like me and willing to give up more than one pound of pack space for a comfort item like a hammock. This camping hammock however weighs less than one pound and is a whopping 11 feet long. The light material also has a silkier feel for added comfort and breathability in the heat; plus, it’s windproof to keep you protected in harsher weather. Backpackers will also appreciate that it rolls up into about the size of a water bottle, and its carry case opens on both ends, so you don’t have to wrestle it back in its bag when you’re trying to quickly breakdown camp.

The Details: Argon 90 | 0.8 pounds for Cloud 1.4 | 250-pound weight capacity for Cloud 1.4 | 11 feet long

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While most camping hammocks are made of nylon, this unique Yellow Leaf model is handwoven for an aesthetic enhancement that doesn’t sacrifice on comfort. Let’s face it, you’re going to fall asleep in your hammock at some point or other, and this one hugs the body well and keeps you secure. The open design is also breathable, allowing the breeze to move right through (which is amazing for hot days.) It doesn’t come with straps—unfortunate considering the price—but it’s compatible for two people (or one person and a pup) so you’re getting a two-for-one item.

The Details: Acrylic | 1.79 pounds | 400-pound weight capacity | 9 feet long

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Hammocks are not meant to be treated delicately. They’re designed to hold the full weight of an adult suspended in the air, and you often need to climb in by jumping or hoisting yourself up, so you need your hammock to be durable. The last thing you would want is for your hammock to rip, tear, or snap while you’re trying to relax. This Grand Trunk hammock (which is large enough to hold up to two people) is made of strong 210-tex 70-denier parachute nylon designed to be durable, yet still soft and breathable. It also comes with its own “tree-friendly” straps that are thicker than average for durability and bark protection, plus nautical-grade carabiners. To top it all off, it comes with a 100 percent lifetime warranty if you do manage to break any piece of the hammock.

The Details: Parachute nylon | 1.75 pounds | 400-pound weight capacity | 10.5 feet long

Tips for Buying a Camping Hammock

Don’t forget the straps

Most hammocks will come with some method of hanging without additional gear, but I recommend investing in additional straps. Not only will these generally offer more tree protection and a higher weight capacity, but they will also allow you to hang your hammock in a wider range of locations without having to rely on trees that are close together.

Practice makes perfectly comfortable

Pro tip: to get the most comfort out of your hammock experience, you should actually lay diagonally. If you lay perfectly straight, the hammock will naturally come up at the head and foot and lower at your bottom (bending you into a banana shape). If you lay at a slight diagonal with your head to one side of the top strap and your feet to the opposite side of the lower strap, your body weight will help spread the material out, keeping you more flat and more comfortable. This isn’t the most intuitive way to lounge, so I recommend setting up your hammock at home or in a local park a few times before going on longer camping trips to make sure you feel confident and secure.

Review the weight capacity

A lightweight hammock is optimal for camping, but you still want to make sure that it is strong enough to hold your weight. Many hammocks are physically large enough to hold more than one person (or a person and a pet), but the straps may not be durable enough to keep everyone safely suspended. Most one-person hammocks can support up to 250 pounds and many support 400 pounds and up, so do review your products specifications before piling in for a tandem hang. You also should make sure that you are setting up your hammock properly, following all manufacturer instructions, to keep you safe and relaxed.

Why Trust Travel + Leisure

Taylor Fox is a Travel + Leisure editor who always packs a hammock for camping and hiking trips. She has tested gear on trips around the world, from the Thar Desert in India to Mount Ciremai in Indonesia. She has been camping her whole life and has owned her favorite hammock for nearly 10 years and uses it both on camping trips and daytrips to the park.

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