Terms of Use

Effective and last updated: August 31, 2026

These Terms of Use apply to backpacksandflipflops.com. By using the site, you agree to these terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the site.

Informational purpose

Our travel guides, reviews, campground notes, RV tips, photographs, and related content are provided for general informational and inspirational purposes. They are not legal, medical, financial, mechanical, or professional safety advice.

Your travel decisions

Travel involves changing weather, road conditions, closures, wildlife, equipment limits, campground rules, and other risks. You are responsible for confirming current conditions, reservations, fees, access requirements, vehicle and RV specifications, and your own ability to travel safely. Always follow official instructions and local laws.

Accuracy and availability

We work to provide useful and accurate information, but details may change after publication. We do not guarantee that every page is complete, current, error-free, or available without interruption. A review reflects the experience and conditions at the time of the visit described.

Intellectual property

Unless otherwise credited, the site design, writing, photography, video, graphics, and branding are owned by Backpacks and Flipflops or used with permission and are protected by applicable intellectual-property laws. You may share a normal link to a page. You may not reproduce, scrape, republish, sell, remove credits from, or commercially exploit our content without written permission.

Acceptable use

You may not misuse the site, attempt unauthorized access, interfere with security or operation, submit unlawful or harmful material, impersonate another person, or use automated tools in a way that burdens the site or violates these terms.

External links and services

The site may link to third-party websites and services. We do not control them and are not responsible for their content, availability, security, pricing, policies, or transactions. Your use of a third-party service is governed by that provider’s terms.

Affiliate relationships

Some links may be affiliate links that can earn us a commission at no extra cost to you. See our Disclosure for more information. A link or mention is not a guarantee that a product or service will be appropriate for every traveler.

Disclaimer and limitation of liability

To the fullest extent allowed by law, the site and its content are provided “as is” without warranties of any kind. Backpacks and Flipflops, Chris Barnes, and Dani Sands are not liable for losses, injuries, property damage, missed reservations, travel disruption, or other damages arising from reliance on the site or use of linked services.

Changes

We may update these terms as the site evolves. The effective date above identifies the current version. Continued use after an update means you accept the revised terms.

Contact

Questions about these terms may be sent through our contact page or to [email protected].