I've been car camping for years in my SUV and absolutely love it! Here's all my fav gear, tips, and pretty much everything you'll need for a great road trip. Let me know if you're looking for anything specific :)
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Gear
Here's all my fav car camping gear. These really level up your car… happy camping!
Small and fairly inexpensive with lots of power! I use it to blow up my paddleboard all the time.
Portable power station (600w)
Pretty powerful for camping and can run things like hairdryers easily. Good if you're looking a bit more power :)
Portable power station (1000w)
Super easy to recharge your power station! Don't know what I'd do without it.
Portable solar panels
Couldn't go car camping without these and they fit on most cars. It's SO much easier to sleep in your car with these nets.
Car window nets for privacy and airflow
Keeps your car so much cooler! I use them all the time – at night for privacy and during the day to keep it cool inside.
Sun shade for cars
Love this because it connects to your water reservoir and makes it so easy to filter water when you're hiking and camping! Two in one :)
MSR water filter
Clothing
I've tried lots of different clothing for camping (and the outdoors in general) and these are my favs.
I like this one because it folds up to the size of your hand and is super breathable. And keeps you dry, obviously!
Black Diamond rain shell
Great for those chilly mornings/nights, especially if you're camping in the shoulder season!
Venustas heated jacket
Wool socks are a MUST! Your feet will be so warm and they have lifetime warranty!
Darn Tough wool socks
So comfy and dry so fast! Plus, the black ones can pass as dress pants.
Fjällräven High Coast trail pants
My absolute favourite swimsuits and they're made sustainably!
Londre super cute & sustainable swimsuit
These come in handy way more than you'd think! I use them all the time if it's raining or we're exploring near water.
Vessi waterproof shoes
I keep all my important docs in here when we're exploring around town. Wore it all around Ireland when it poured and nothing got wet :)
Vessi waterproof belt bag
Apps
Use this all the time to find hiking trails! LOVE the pro version for getting a 3D visual of the trail.
AllTrails for hiking
Love this app for finding unique camping spots all over! It's like Airbnb but for camping
