[Classic Camp Songs] Recommended Tracks to Enjoy with Family and Friends in Nature
Camping is fun because it offers both a sense of freedom and calm.
In 2020, “solo camping” became a buzzword, and it started getting even more coverage on TV and elsewhere.
In this article, we introduce songs that perfectly match the image of camping—enjoying time surrounded by nature with family or close friends.
We’ve selected a wide range, from classic camp songs to perfect tunes for campfire sing-alongs and tracks you can use for recreational activities.
Enjoy while picturing your favorite camping moments.
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[Classic Camp Songs] Recommended Tracks to Enjoy with Family and Friends in Nature (41–50)
The Bear of the Forest
“The Bear of the Forest” is a fun round you can sing with friends and family.
Based on an American folk song, this heartwarming, charming tune tells the story of being startled by a bear you meet in the woods, only to find out the bear is actually kind—and you become friends in the end.
If everyone sings it together while setting up tents or during a barbecue, all the tasks will feel more enjoyable! It’s also great to sing around the campfire, adding some choreography.
The bear in the song is gentle, but real bears are dangerous, so please be careful when you go into the forest.
Burn, burn.
Many of you probably have memories of singing around the campfire—the climax of camping—during school overnight trips or outdoor recreation.
This is a classic song quietly sung while gazing up at the flames of the campfire.
The original melody comes from the French folk songs “Sous les étoiles” (“Clear in the Starlight”) and “The End of the Day.” In Japan, the lyrics translated by the poet Magoi KUSHIDA are well known.
It’s a piece you’ll want to listen to at the end of a special day at camp; why not sing it together with family and friends and find a sense of calm? Highly recommended!
Christmas CampKyanjobando
A song that makes you want to go winter camping: “Christmas Camp” by Canjo Band.
Canjo Band is a duo born from the popular Instagram community “Canjo = Camp Girls.” Winter camping is cold, but this track captures the excitement of all the fun that’s waiting.
The lyrics are charming too, reminding you that camping on Christmas night isn’t a bad idea at all! With a melody that you’ll find yourself humming, try singing it together with your family on your next camping trip!
Camp da HoiMaiku Maki
The song that lets you fully savor the fun of camping is “Camp da Hoi.” The lyrics and music are by Maki Mike, famous for the hit song “The Roses Bloomed.” Have you ever been so excited and nervous about your first camping trip that you couldn’t sleep the night before? These lyrics capture that exhilaration of going camping, paired with unique call-and-response chants.
With a cheerful vibe reminiscent of classic American folk songs, it’s a timeless tune—be sure to sing it and enjoy it with your family and friends.
I look up as I walkSakamoto Kyu
The classic hit song sung by Kyu Sakamoto is “Ue o Muite Arukō.” Known worldwide under the title “SUKIYAKI,” it has been covered by many artists.
It’s a number that gives you the courage to move forward even when you’re going through something so painful it brings you to tears.
Its familiar melody is something almost everyone has heard at least once, so it’s perfect for camp activities or campfires, and also recommended as background music!
Country RoadHon’na Yoko
Many people may have discovered this song through Studio Ghibli’s animated film “Whisper of the Heart.” The original is “Take Me Home, Country Roads” by American singer-songwriter John Denver, a hit from 1971.
Studio Ghibli added Japanese lyrics to the song, and it was covered by Youko Honna.
With its wonderful original melody and vocals that, though sung plainly, convey a sense of strength, it’s a number that gives you the courage to move forward.
It’s also popular as a choral piece, so why not sing it with your friends at camp?
Big Song
A nostalgic song many of us sang in early childhood or elementary school, “Ooki na Uta” (The Big Song).
Since it was performed on NHK’s ‘Minna no Uta’ by singer Shigeru Matsuzaki and the Tokyo Broadcasting Children’s Choir, many people have likely heard it.
The lyrics and music were written by Koichi Nakajima, a singer-songwriter who promoted folk music.
Set to a lively rhythm, this peaceful song celebrates the grandeur of nature, big dreams, freedom, and peace.
It also features a fun round, like a game of tag, making it a great choice to sing with family and friends while camping!