Outdoorithm

outdoorithm/website

Connects Claude to Outdoorithm's database of 10,300+ public campgrounds across US federal and state lands. Exposes search and filtering across campgrounds by location, activities, and amenities, plus access to AI-analyzed reviews, 5-year weather histories, and community safety scores from their Green Book system. You can query availability windows, compare sites, and hand off booking flows to Recreation.gov or state systems. Reach for this when building camping trip planners, outdoor activity recommendations, or travel assistants that need reliable public lands data beyond what generic search provides. The availability monitoring piece is especially useful since popular sites book months ahead and cancellations are the main way in.

tools: 13
transport: HTTP
last updated: Sep 27, 2026

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Install

From registry metadata

$ npx add-mcp https://mcp.outdoorithm.com/mcp --name outdoorithm

Run in your terminal. add-mcp asks which agents to add it to (Claude Code, Codex, Cursor and more). Add -g to install it for every project.

Review the command, arguments and environment values before installing. MCP servers run with your local permissions.

Other ways

Claude Code

$ claude mcp add --transport http outdoorithm https://mcp.outdoorithm.com/mcp

Run in your terminal. Add --scope user to make it available in every project.

Tools

Verified live · 13 tools

Verified live against the running server on Nov 6, 2026.

build_packing_listGenerate a context-aware packing checklist for a camping trip. Returns categorized items from the gear catalog, adjusted for campground amenities, activities, weather, and group size.8 params

Generate a context-aware packing checklist for a camping trip. Returns categorized items from the gear catalog, adjusted for campground amenities, activities, weather, and group size.

Parameters* required

activitiesvalue

Planned activities (hiking, fishing, swimming, kayaking, biking, beach)

adultsinteger

Number of adults (default 2)default: 2

campground_idvalue

Optional CUID to personalize based on campground amenities

childreninteger

Number of children (default 0)default: 0

has_petsboolean

Whether bringing pets (default false)default: false

nightsinteger

Number of nights (default 2)default: 2

seasonvalue

spring, summer, fall, or winter (optional)

trip_typestring

car_camping, backpacking, rv, or glamping (default car_camping)one of car_camping · backpacking · rv · glampingdefault: car_camping

calculate_drive_timesCalculate realistic drive times from an origin to multiple campgrounds using Mapbox routing with live traffic. Uses the Mapbox Matrix API for traffic-aware routing. Maximum 9 destinations per request.3 params

Calculate realistic drive times from an origin to multiple campgrounds using Mapbox routing with live traffic. Uses the Mapbox Matrix API for traffic-aware routing. Maximum 9 destinations per request.

Parameters* required

destinations*array

List of {campground_id: str, latitude: float, longitude: float} (max 9)

origin_latitude*number

Latitude of starting location

origin_longitude*number

Longitude of starting location

check_availabilityCheck real-time campground availability for specific dates. Queries the camply-service to check live campsite availability against reservation systems. Supports 30+ providers including RecreationDotGov, ReserveCalifornia, state parks, and county parks.4 params

Check real-time campground availability for specific dates. Queries the camply-service to check live campsite availability against reservation systems. Supports 30+ providers including RecreationDotGov, ReserveCalifornia, state parks, and county parks.

Parameters* required

campground_id*string

Campground CUID (e.g., "ReserveCalifornia:uuid:725")

end_date*string

Check-out date in YYYY-MM-DD format

min_nightsinteger

Minimum consecutive nights required (1-7, default 1)default: 1

start_date*string

Check-in date in YYYY-MM-DD format

check_safetyCheck campgrounds for safety issues, community atmosphere, and active alerts. Checks: - Greenbook community safety (vibe scores, discrimination reports, flag status) - Active campground alerts (closures, restrictions) from enriched data - Red flag detection (prevents recommend...1 params

Check campgrounds for safety issues, community atmosphere, and active alerts. Checks: - Greenbook community safety (vibe scores, discrimination reports, flag status) - Active campground alerts (closures, restrictions) from enriched data - Red flag detection (prevents recommend...

Parameters* required

campground_ids*array

List of campground CUIDs to check

compare_gearCompare 2-3 gear items side-by-side with specs, pros/cons, verdicts, and comparison summary. Supports lookup by unique_id with slug fallback.1 params

Compare 2-3 gear items side-by-side with specs, pros/cons, verdicts, and comparison summary. Supports lookup by unique_id with slug fallback.

Parameters* required

gear_ids*array

List of 2-3 gear item identifiers (unique_id or slug)

get_weatherGet camping-specific 7-day weather forecast with suitability ratings and gear recommendations. Uses Open-Meteo's commercial API to provide: - Daily high/low temps, conditions, precipitation, wind - Camping suitability rating per day (excellent/good/fair/poor/not_recommended) -...5 params

Get camping-specific 7-day weather forecast with suitability ratings and gear recommendations. Uses Open-Meteo's commercial API to provide: - Daily high/low temps, conditions, precipitation, wind - Camping suitability rating per day (excellent/good/fair/poor/not_recommended) -...

Parameters* required

campground_namevalue

Campground name for context (optional)

check_in_datevalue

Planned check-in date ISO format (optional)

check_out_datevalue

Planned check-out date ISO format (optional)

latitude*number

Campground latitude

longitude*number

Campground longitude

find_similar_campgroundsFind campgrounds similar to a given campground using vector embedding similarity. Uses pre-computed embeddings combining review text (semantic) and structured attributes (amenities, terrain, activities) for nuanced similarity matching.5 params

Find campgrounds similar to a given campground using vector embedding similarity. Uses pre-computed embeddings combining review text (semantic) and structured attributes (amenities, terrain, activities) for nuanced similarity matching.

Parameters* required

campground_id*string

CUID of the target campground to find similar ones for

max_distance_kmvalue

Optional max distance in km (omit for nationwide search)

result_limitinteger

Number of results (1-50, default 20)default: 20

semantic_weightnumber

Weight for text/review similarity (0-1, default 0.6)default: 0.6

structured_weightnumber

Weight for attribute similarity (0-1, default 0.4)default: 0.4

get_campground_detailsGet comprehensive details for a specific campground including amenities, reviews, safety, and seasonal ratings. Returns ~80 curated fields (not the raw 214-column dump) including: - Identity, location, fees, site info - All amenity and activity booleans + descriptions - Review...1 params

Get comprehensive details for a specific campground including amenities, reviews, safety, and seasonal ratings. Returns ~80 curated fields (not the raw 214-column dump) including: - Identity, location, fees, site info - All amenity and activity booleans + descriptions - Review...

Parameters* required

campground_id*string

Unique campground identifier (CUID format, e.g., "RecreationDotGov:232447:1074")

get_gear_for_campgroundGet personalized gear recommendations for a specific campground. Returns pre-computed recommendations across slot types: essential (must-have), activity (activity-matched), comfort (nice-to-have), amenity_gap (compensates for missing amenities). Each includes product details a...2 params

Get personalized gear recommendations for a specific campground. Returns pre-computed recommendations across slot types: essential (must-have), activity (activity-matched), comfort (nice-to-have), amenity_gap (compensates for missing amenities). Each includes product details a...

Parameters* required

campground_id*string

Campground CUID

slot_typevalue

Optional filter — one of essential/activity/comfort/amenity_gap

prepare_reservationPrepare a one-tap booking handoff for the user's chosen campground/dates. Returns a pre-filled deep link to the operator's reservation page plus the booking-window context (release date/time, operator rules, alert suggestion). Does NOT book on behalf: third-party booking is pr...4 params

Prepare a one-tap booking handoff for the user's chosen campground/dates. Returns a pre-filled deep link to the operator's reservation page plus the booking-window context (release date/time, operator rules, alert suggestion). Does NOT book on behalf: third-party booking is pr...

Parameters* required

campground_id*string

Outdoorithm CUID (e.g. ``RecreationDotGov:232447``).

end_date*string

Check-out date (YYYY-MM-DD).

party_sizevalue

Optional group size. Surfaced in the user-facing summary; most operators don't accept this in URL params, so it isn't embedded in the deep link.

start_date*string

Check-in date (YYYY-MM-DD).

search_campgroundsSearch for campgrounds with 40+ filters including location, amenities, activities, and community safety. Requires at least one location constraint: near_location, campground_name, latitude+longitude, or states.49 params

Search for campgrounds with 40+ filters including location, amenities, activities, and community safety. Requires at least one location constraint: near_location, campground_name, latitude+longitude, or states.

Parameters* required

allows_petsboolean

Only show pet-friendly campgroundsdefault: false

campground_namevalue

Name, or the start of the name, of a specific campground (e.g., "Jumbo Rocks", "Upper Pines"). Matching campgrounds are returned first; with no other location given, the search centers on the best...

camping_typevalue

Camping type (tent/rv/primitive/group/cabin/glamping)

latitudevalue

Latitude coordinate

limitinteger

Maximum results (1-50, default 20)default: 20

longitudevalue

Longitude coordinate

max_distance_milesvalue

Maximum distance from location in miles

max_price_per_nightvalue

Maximum price filter

min_avg_sentimentvalue

Minimum average sentiment (0-5)

min_cell_coverage_scorevalue

Minimum cell coverage score (1-5)

min_greenbook_vibe_scorevalue

Minimum community vibe score (0-100)

min_price_per_nightvalue

Minimum price filter

min_review_countvalue

Minimum number of reviews

min_seasonal_scorevalue

Minimum seasonal score (1-5)

near_locationvalue

City, park, address, or landmark (e.g., "Oakland, CA", "Yosemite")

no_discrimination_reportsboolean

Exclude campgrounds with discrimination reportsdefault: false

only_improving_sentimentboolean

Only show campgrounds with improving reviewsdefault: false

preferred_carriervalue

Preferred carrier (verizon/att/tmobile)

preferred_seasonvalue

Preferred season (summer/fall/winter/spring)

prefers_adventureboolean

Prefer adventure-oriented campgroundsdefault: false

+29 more parameters. See the server's own documentation for the full schema.

search_gearSearch the Outdoorithm gear catalog by keyword, category, price range, kit, necessity, or recommendation tier. Returns matching products with prices, verdicts, and purchase links.8 params

Search the Outdoorithm gear catalog by keyword, category, price range, kit, necessity, or recommendation tier. Returns matching products with prices, verdicts, and purchase links.

Parameters* required

category_namevalue

Filter by category (e.g., Shelter, Sleeping Gear, Furniture, Electronics)

kit_namevalue

Filter by kit (e.g., Basics, Camp Kitchen, Hiking, Cold Weather)

limitinteger

Max results (1-20, default 10)default: 10

max_pricevalue

Maximum price in USD

min_pricevalue

Minimum price in USD

necessityvalue

Filter by level — Essential, Helpful, or Optional

queryvalue

Text search across product name, manufacturer, keywords, and description

recommendation_tiervalue

Filter by tier — Our Pick, Value Pick, or Comfort Pick

health_checkCheck server health and connectivity. Returns: Dictionary with health status including: - status: "healthy" or "unhealthy" - version: Server version - environment: Current environment (dev/staging/prod)

Check server health and connectivity. Returns: Dictionary with health status including: - status: "healthy" or "unhealthy" - version: Server version - environment: Current environment (dev/staging/prod)

No parameters. Call it with no arguments.

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Details

Repository: github.com/outdoorithm/website
Website: outdoorithm.com
Category: Search & Web Crawling
Transport: HTTP
Registry: MCP registry, active
Tools verified: Nov 6, 2026

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