- Camping didn’t always involve fancy RVs, watching movies on iPads, or state-of-the-art campgrounds.
- Camping has evolved from sleeping under the stars to camping out at music festivals and events.
- These vintage photos show there’s nothing more nostalgic than sleeping in a tent in nature.
While technology has been incredibly helpful in outdoor adventuring, making recreational camping simpler and more comfortable, there’s something nostalgic about how basic the activity used to be.
The decked-out RVs people can now travel in can cost $20,000 to $100,000, but the price of luxury RVs can reach as high as $2 million, according to HomeGuide.
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In the 1930s and following decades, however, recreational campers primarily set up simple tents or basic caravans to spend time with their friends and family outdoors. And today, simpler camping can be a great option for families wanting to spend time together — without spending a fortune — as the cost of living climbs.
These photos show what recreational camping used to be like. They might even inspire you to try it for yourself this summer.
