9 Outdoor Games You Need for Your Own Backyard Olympics

If you're feeling inspired by the Summer Olympics, there are plenty of outdoor games you can buy online to scratch your competitive itch from home, from badminton and water volleyball to cornhole and Jenga. Gather your closest friends and family members together, and go for the gold—or silver or bronze or the Pierre de Coubertin medal—with these outdoor games perfect for your very own backyard Olympics. (Just don't forget to actually buy the medals.)

1. GoSports Solid Wood Premium Cornhole Set; $100

This crowd-pleasing cornhole set—which has racked up more than 6700 Amazon reviews and an average rating of 4.7 stars—makes a perfect addition to any backyard BBQ. It includes two handcrafted wooden boards with folding legs for easy setup, eight bean bags, and a storage case. If you're feeling more patriotic, GoSports also makes a star-spangled version of the boards for $50 more.

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2. Franklin Sports Badminton Set; $31

This versatile badminton set comes complete with a net, adjustable polls, four rackets, and two birdies—you can even use it to play volleyball (a ball and a pump are also included). Or, go with the trendier option and turn it into a pickleball match: just purchase a separate set of paddles and balls, and you’ll be good to go.

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3. Ropoda Croquet Set; $50

For a more relaxed game, this six-player croquet set includes wooden mallets, multicolored balls, and steel wickets for around $50. You'll also get a storage bag for added convenience, allowing you to take the game with you almost anywhere (think: the beach, camping, and more).

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4. Spikeball Game Set; $59

Spikeball is often described as a cross between volleyball and foursquare, and it's definitely on the more intense end of the outdoor game spectrum. This set includes a ball, a miniature trampoline to “spike” the ball onto, a carrying bag, and a rule book, and it's made for both team-based matches or for four to six individuals.

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5. Champion Sports Indoor/Outdoor Horseshoe Set; $15

Horseshoes is a classic game that can pretty much be played by anyone who has even a pinch of patience. This six-piece set costs just $15 and can be used indoors and outdoors, thanks to its soft rubber construction, which won’t damage your walls or floors.

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6. Elite Sportz Ring Toss Game; $29

Slow your backyard Olympics down and focus on precision with this ring-toss game. Basically, you're just trying to get your plastic or rope loop around the pegs, but the game involves plenty of scoring variations to make it more interesting (read the rules here). And while it might look simple, threading the needle on a hot summer day is a tall order.

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7. Jenga Giant Premium Hardwood Game; $100

This life-sized Jenga features 54 stackable hardwood blocks and is an absolute nail-biter to get through. Bring your A-game to build 5-foot-high stacks—and be sure to work just as diligently to prevent them from crashing down. A storage bag for the blocks is included.

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8. GoSports Splash Net PRO Pool Volleyball; $120

Challenge your friends and family members to a game of volleyball in between swimming laps with this set, which includes an adjustable net, a pump, and two balls. The net straps are compatible with most in-ground pools, while the sturdy base is designed to stay upright for hours on end. It’s available in blue or red.

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9. GoSports Splash Hoop 360 Floating Pool Basketball Game; $35

Basketball is always one of the most anticipated Olympic events, but you don't have to travel down to a local court in the scorching heat to recreate it for your own games. With an average rating of 4.7 out of five stars, this fan-favorite floating basketball hoop lets you practice your shots, dunks, and alley-oops straight from the pool. Although it’s lightweight at just under five pounds, its durable construction is designed to last all summer long. Two basketballs are also included.

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