Dogs are man’s best friend, and they’re also his best hiking, camping, canoeing, and every other outdoor activity companion. Need proof? Just check out #campingwithdogs on Instagram. The social media app has hundreds of amazing photos of outdoor enthusiasts and their pups exploring the wilderness together. Whether on the trail, paddling up river, or just relaxing by the fire after a long day, these canines are having a really good time outside with their humans—and the humans seem pretty happy, too.
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40 adorable photos that prove dogs are the perfect outdoor companions
Koa the Golden Retriever
Puppy's first kayak expedition.
Penny Rose
Living the van life with her humans and enjoying every minute.
Nym the Border Collie
One dewy dog.
Kodabear
Nothing like waking up to a view.
Henry the Cowboy Corgi
Ready to greet the day.
Kona and Cali the Australian Cattle Dogs
Sisters relaxing by the fire.
Kaffe the Curly Coated Retriever
Enjoying the Northern Lights.
Captain Shark the Weimaraner
Beat after a long day on the trails.
Spike
Exploring Alberta with his family.
Gimli the Springer Spaniel
Nothing like waking up outdoors.
Bubs the Border Collie
Taking a backpack break.
Miles
Ready to play catch on the trail.
Diesel
Excited for the weekend!
Keaton the Schnauzer
Out for a romantic canoe trip.
Loki the Wolfdog
Nap time!
Metsä
Taking a dip in Invincible Lake at Peter Lougheed Provincial Park.
Max the Gerberian Shepsky
On top of the world!
Luna
What a rewarding view after a long hike up the mountain!
Wally the Bernese Mountain Dog
Now that's a pup tent!
Ava the Schnauzer
Determined to conquer this trail!
Robin the Basenji mix
Gives a whole new meaning to pack dog.
Isabelle the mini Golden Retriever
Someone's got her hiking boots on!
Zivah the Samoyed
Getting cozy in the tent.
Maddie
This one needs a little time-out.
Mack the Pug
A lot of adventure in this little package.
Barney the English Cocker Spaniel
Winter hiking is the best!
Kamaboy
What a setup!
Abby and Rooney
Playing follow the leader.
Shasta
Sometimes it's nice just to take a break and read in bed.
Luka
It was a long day!
Sargent the Beagle and Ticki the Terrier
The perfect place to take a break.
Sophie
Celebrating with a howl or two.
Hoku the Shiba Inu
Making sure they didn't forget anything.
Kaffe the Curly Coated Retriever
That's quite the poker face.
Hobbs
Nothing like taking a languid swim in the lake.
Breezy the Spaniel
Capturing everything on the Go-Pro!
Marlee
Queen of this rock.
Oliver the Vizsla
It's cold out there!
Ella
Adventure dog in training.
Kodah
A perfectly framed mountain view.
