40 Camping Trivia Questions and Answers: Test Your Knowledge!

1. What does the acronym “GPS” stand for, which many campers use to navigate?
   • Answer: Global Positioning System
2. In bear country, what’s the best way to store your food while camping?
   • Answer: In a bear canister or hung from a tree.
3. When buying a tent what does HH stand for?
   • Answer: Hydrostatic head.
4. What is the most common fuel used for portable camping stoves?
   • Answer: Propane or butane
5. Which two natural elements are needed to create a fire?
   • Answer: Oxygen and fuel (e.g., wood)
6. What does “backcountry camping” refer to?
   • Answer: Camping in remote areas without developed campgrounds.
7. In which direction does the sun rise when you’re camping?
   • Answer: East
8. What plant should you avoid in the wilderness because it causes a skin rash when touched?
   • Answer: Poison ivy
9. What does a double-wall tent offer that a single-wall tent does not?
   • Answer: Better protection from condensation.
10. What is the medical emergency that occurs when your body loses heat faster than it can produce it?

• Answer: Hypothermia.

1. When backpacking, what is the ideal percentage of your body weight your pack should weigh?
   • Answer: 15-20%.
2. Which tool is essential for purifying water in the wild if you don’t have a water filter?
   • Answer: Water purification tablets or iodine.
3. Which technique is the most efficient for collecting water in the wild if no streams or lakes are nearby?
   • Answer: Using condensation traps.
4. What type of cloud formation typically indicates an incoming storm?
   • Answer: Cumulonimbus clouds
5. How do you determine your direction without a compass if you’re lost?
   • Answer: By using the position of the sun or stars (e.g., the North Star).
6. What is the maximum altitude at which most people can safely camp without experiencing altitude sickness?
   • Answer: 10,000 feet.
7. In which national park can you find the famous “Half Dome” granite rock formation?
   • Answer: Yosemite National Park
8. How many miles is the Appalachian Trail, which runs through the eastern U.S.?
   • Answer: Approximately 2,190 miles
9. What should you do if you’re caught in a lightning storm while hiking?
   • Answer: Seek low ground, avoid tall objects, and crouch down if necessary.
10. What is the most common cause of hypothermia when camping?

• Answer: Exposure to cold and wet conditions

1. What does the term “Leave No Trace” mean in camping?

a) Leave your garbage in designated areas
b) Bury your waste at the campsite
c) Clean up after yourself and minimize your impact on the environment
d) Only burn biodegradable items

Answer: c) Clean up after yourself and minimise your impact on the environment

2. Which of these is a common method for purifying water when camping?

a) Boiling
b) Adding sugar
c) Filtering through rocks
d) Mixing with rainwater

Answer: a) Boiling

3. What type of sleeping bag is best for cold-weather camping?

a) Rectangular sleeping bag
b) Down sleeping bag
c) Fleece sleeping bag
d) Cotton sleeping bag

Answer: b) Down sleeping bag

4. Which knot is often used to secure a tarp to a tree?

a) Square knot
b) Taut-line hitch
c) Bowline knot
d) Clove hitch

Answer: b) Taut-line hitch

6. When hiking in bear country, what should you do to avoid encountering a bear?

a) Hike in silence
b) Store food in your tent
c) Make noise and hike in groups
d) Carry food openly

Answer: c) Make noise and hike in groups

7. Which national park in the U.S. is home to the largest trees in the world?

a) Yellowstone National Park
b) Sequoia National Park
c) Yosemite National Park
d) Grand Canyon National Park

Answer: b) Sequoia National Park

8. What is the best way to treat a blister while hiking?

a) Pop it immediately
b) Cover it with a bandage
c) Soak it in water
d) Ignore it and keep walking

Answer: b) Cover it with a bandage

9. Which of the following is NOT considered an essential piece of camping equipment?

a) Tent
b) Sleeping bag
c) Solar charger
d) Cooler

Answer: c) Solar charger

10. What is the first thing you should do if you get lost while hiking?

a) Walk downhill
b) Retrace your steps
c) Stay in one place and signal for help
d) Follow any nearby stream

Answer: c) Stay in one place and signal for help

11. What’s the best way to store food while camping in bear territory?

a) Keep it in your tent
b) Store it in bear-proof containers away from your campsite
c) Hang it from a low branch
d) Bury it underground

Answer: b) Store it in bear-proof containers away from your campsite

12. How far away should you set up your campsite from a water source?

a) 100 feet
b) 200 feet
c) 500 feet
d) 50 feet

Answer: b) 200 feet

13. What should you do if your tent gets wet inside?

a) Leave it alone
b) Wipe it down and ventilate
c) Move to another tent
d) Sleep outside until it dries

Answer: b) Wipe it down and ventilate

14. What type of tree is commonly used for firewood when camping?

a) Willow
b) Oak
c) Maple
d) Birch

Answer: b) Oak

15. Which of these foods is best for lightweight backpacking trips?

a) Canned soup
b) Fresh fruit
c) Freeze-dried meals
d) Instant noodles

Answer: c) Freeze-dried meals

16. When camping in hot weather, what is the most important factor in choosing a campsite?

a) Shade
b) Proximity to water
c) Elevation
d) Flat ground

Answer: a) Shade

17. What’s the most important rule when camping near a river?

a) Never swim in the river
b) Always camp on a hill above flood zones
c) Fish only at dusk
d) Build your tent right by the river for a view

Answer: b) Always camp on a hill above flood zones

18. What is a bivy sack?

a) A waterproof cover for a sleeping bag
b) A large tent for multiple people
c) A survival knife
d) A portable water filter

Answer: a) A waterproof cover for a sleeping bag

19. How do you estimate your location if you don’t have a compass?

a) Follow the nearest river downstream
b) Use the position of the sun
c) Walk toward the tallest tree
d) Walk in the opposite direction of the wind

Answer: b) Use the position of the sun

20. What is the recommended method for crossing a stream while hiking?

a) Jump across the narrowest part
b) Cross at a slow-moving shallow area
c) Wade through the deepest part
d) Run across quickly to avoid getting wet

Answer: b) Cross at a slow-moving shallow area

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