32 Camping Must-Haves for Your Next Outdoor Adventure
You don’t have to rough it to experience nature at its finest.
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Whether you’re a seasoned backpacker, a casual car camper, or a glamper who appreciates all the comforts of home, the call of the wild is strong this time of year. Gear up for adventure with our top camping essentials (and a few other fun goodies) that will amp up any summer getaway.
Whether at camp, the family room, the big game or a campsite, stay warm and cozy with this lightweight camp blanket. Inspired by our Mountain Classic Anorak, this comfortable blanket is the perfect lightweight companion on every trip.
Get away from the hustle and bustle of life in the city, whether it's you and your best friend, you and your best furry, four-legged friend, or just you and your thoughts. We recommend setting up the Driftwood 2 Tent by a babbling brook, or perhaps on red desert rocks overlooking a stunning view.
Frustrated by flimsy chairs with fabric that tears and frames that break, we created the most durable and comfortable piece of outdoor furniture on the market. Hondo is built to last season after season and keep sitters supported ‘til the fire dies or the stories run out – whichever comes first.
Handcarved from natural hardwood, the elegant craftsmanship of the Uberleben Original Kuksa 8 oz. mug connects you even more to nature as an essential camp cup for fresh brew or cool spring water.
A compact, packable camp stool that’s far, far better than a rock. After mastering the crampon game, Hillsound Equipment set out to make other aspects of outdoor exploration safer and more accessible—starting with an ultra lightweight, perfectly packable stool.
YETI Nation spoke and we listened. Our first-ever YETI cooler on wheels is the answer to taking Tundra's legendary toughness and unmatched insulation power the extra mile. And nothing was sacrificed in the making of this cold-holding powerhouse, ensuring the Tundra Haul lives up to the Tundra name.
Sleep easy wherever you choose to camp on the queen-size REI Co-op Kingdom insulated air bed. Its internal insulation helps keep you comfortable in temperatures down to 40°F.
The original Helinox Chair One ensures everyone has a seat at the table. This lightweight, compact camping and backpacking chair packs smaller and weighs less than a bottle of wine.
Weatherproof, rugged, and built to handle anything—there’s no reason to leave ‘em at home. Inspired by the generation of explorers who relied on their binoculars to discover the unknown, Nocs are built for the modern explorer who carries on that spirit of exploration and curiosity.
Versatile down sleeping bag built to cover your simplest camping needs.
Our iconic canvas bell tent. Perfect for larger spaces and longer term set ups. Add a guest bedroom to your backyard. Or kick your camping experience up a notch. Large enough to fit a queen bed. Each tent features fully screened windows and doors for bug free airflow.
Our artisan-crafted hammock envelops your body for ultimate comfort. Lay lengthwise or horizontally for your desired level of comfort and support. Even makes a great alternative to traditional mattresses!
Heavy duty tie-downs built to be as strong as they are flexible. The legend goes that Front Runner Outfitters was conceived around a campfire in Botswana among a group of engineers, manufacturers, designers, and off road racers.
La-Z-Boy luxury at a fraction of the size.
BBQ is a total go. Close your eyes and imagine firing up the coals out on the beach...or snacking on barbecue chicken right on your campsite. Then, open them—and take in this portable charcoal grill. It does all that and more, thanks to its very-smart design.
Listen up coffee lovers: you can now enjoy a steaming hot cup of liquid goodness four hours after you made it with the Classic Stay Hot French Press from Stanley.
Ready for adventure, this wipe-clean, nylon-backed blanket has a functional roll-up design and convenient carrying handle. Plaids are woven in our American mills.
A backpacking tent with impressive internal volume and two vestibules. In their 18-year history, Nemo Equipment’s outdoor wares have been called the best by the likes of Time, Men’s Journal, Popular Science, and Backpacker. We wholeheartedly agree with the assessments.
Experience top-tier performance with a fit unlike any headlamp you’ve experienced thanks to our proprietary 3D SlimFit Construction. With a front profile of only 9mm and weighing only 69g, the headlamp sits flush on the forehead without worry of bounce or slippage.
Finally, a restful night’s sleep on four wheels. The Luno Air Mattress 2.0 inflates in just a few minutes to create a comfortable sleeping surface in your vehicle, big enough for two campers.
Our most popular hammock, the Signature is handwoven with ultra-soft yarn that's versatile, durable, and deeply comfortable. Our Triple-Weave construction combines 150,000 ultra-soft loops to cradle you weightlessly.
These classic enamel mugs have a smooth white surface and are great for daily use, indoors or outside for picnics, barbecues and camping. A traditional vessel with a modern design, our mug is perfect for coffee, a hot toddy, or your potion of choice.
This FDA-proven bug repellent works by masking the odors that attract biting insects. With all-natural citronella oil and a fresh verbena scent.
Need some cover from sun or rain? The waterproof, seam-sealed REI Co-op x West Elm Outward Day Shelter keeps your dining or lounge area covered multiple ways—in the backyard or backcountry.
Click on the Jetboil Flash Stove's easy-to-use ignition and hum a show tune—by the time you hit the second chorus (a hundred seconds), you'll have steaming hot delight.
The Ti-Single Colored Mug is made of brightly anodized titanium. Designed for everyday use and backcountry excursions, the Ti-Single Mug can be placed directly over a heat source for cooking or warming.
Exploring the sandstone canyons of the desert, thwacking through routes filled with pokey brush and trees, or clearing wilderness trails with Pulaski ax in hand—this is what the women’s-specific Kyte 46 was made for.
Fluff the magic blanket. If you’re ever looking for this very-clever blanket, just look at the intersection of “duvet” and “sleeping bag.” A happy medium between the two, the original outdoor Puffy is packable, portable, and warm as all get-out.
Lighting the way. This old-style lantern? It only looks like you snatched it up at a flea market. Inspired by the lamps once used on railroads, it’s got a whole slew of modern perks to surprise you.
This ain’t your dad’s camp spork. This is The Muncher, an incredibly useful update to the classic utilitarian utensil.
Minimalist, utilitarian, and modern. The Flatware Set brings something different to the table. Choose from Polished or Matte finishes for a one-of-a-kind look that plays beautifully against our enamelware. Set of 2.
Camp Supplies keeps critical survival gear at hand while incorporating everyday tools that make any time in the outdoors more enjoyable.
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