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Ultimate Family Car Camping Gear!
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items All the things to have the ultimate camping trip even with your kiddos!
So much space! We fit 2 queen size mattress and a twin. Holds our family of 5 and 2 doggos! Love the front porch area! This packs much smaller and lighter than the "instant" cabins, and we find it's much more suitable for car camping to save space wh...
Dome Tent Ozark Trail 10-Person Family Tent
We have 2 of these! We put them together to make a queen size bed. Both are "adjustable" depending on your level of stiffness that you like! Absolutely elevate the sleeping game over an air mattress! They are much quieter than a traditional air mattr...
LOSTHORIZON Airsoft 4.5” Self Inflating Sleeping Pad
We used to cook over the fire but this elevates your food and gives you more control! We used to have the 2 burner. But the 3 burner gives us much more control when using the griddle to make pancakes in the morning.
Coleman Classic 3-Burner Propane Camping Stove
I personally cannot sleep without a fan. We normally go primitive camping so the rechargeable battery is perfect!
KITWLEMEN Camping Fan with LED Lantern, 20000mAh
Camp coffee is the best coffee! We've tried to instant coffee, the iced coffee, finding the perfect ratio with this percolater has been our favorite. Just don't let it "boil" too long or you will have the burnt tasting coffee.
GSI Outdoors Percolator Coffee Pot, Stainless Steel
The best NATURAL bug spray!
Natrapel 8 Hour Insect Repellent 6oz (3 Pack)
Cast Iron is the best cookware! Just make sure you season it properly or you will hate it!
Cast Iron Cookware: Skillets, Pans & More
I like the solid chairs but this low lounger is THE BEST! Fits snuggles with the kiddos and the doggo! Comes with a super cool and easy to use carry case as well!
Low Loveseat
If you love to rock/recline these are the go to!
Shop our Rockers - GCI Outdoor
Ozark trail works just as well as yeti at a fraction of the cost! If you didn't know there is a trick to "priming" your coolers before you pack them and it extends the life of your ice!
All Ozark Trail Coolers in Ozark Trail(28)
Even with a minivan, a family of 5 requires a little extra space. We don't have roof rails but you can use a rooftop bag without them! This is where I like to store our chairs and pillows/sleeping pads. All the big bulky stuff that doesn't really pac...
RoofBag Cargo Bag Fits Any Car, Waterproof, USA Made
Gotta have light around the camp at night!
ENERGIZER LED Camping Lantern X1000, Water Resistant
Hands free flashlight is what I like to call these!
Energizer LED Headlamps PRO (4-Pack), IPX4 Water
You can't forget the campfire sticks! Who doesn't LOVE S'MORES! These are strong, collapsible and easy to store!
Briout Marshmallow Roasting Sticks, 12 Colors, 12 Ct
This might seem like an odd one... but our battery died once and no one was around with barely any cell service! Just have to make sure you charge it before your trip. Has an emergency light and can charge your phone!
NOCO Boost Plus GB40 1000A Car Battery Jump Starter
For the early spring or fall camping this heated chair uses a rechargeable USB battery pack (not included) but easy to find these days. Makes the cool nights and chilly morning so much more comfy!
MacSports Heated Cushion Folding Lounge Chair
We always use a tarp underneath our tent. And also add and extra one for in front of the opening. Using it as a place for our shoes etc to try and track as little dirt as possible into the tent! Just make sure to get one that fits the footprint size ...
Ozark Trail Medium-Duty Tarp, 10' x 20', Material PE
You never know when your going to need some string! I've used this when we forgot one of our hammock straps. We usually tie some between two trees to hang towels and wet clothes on to dry. Can use it to make a bowline if you forget lighter or matches...
Hyper Tough 550 Utility Paracord Rope, Black, 5/32 inch x 50 feet,110 lb Load Max