A spike camp is defined as a temporary or secondary campsite that is some distance away but accessible from the main camp. The original meaning of the phrase referred to deer hunters that wanted to be in prime areas at daybreak without requiring to break trail by moonlight and risk spooking game. Spike camps are established on foot, so gear and supplies in a backpack can be easily carried. The spike term itself refers to any deer at least a year old that has two hardened antlers that do not branch or fork.