Everything you need for a comfortable, stress free outdoor escape. Camping essentials are the must-have items that keep you prepared whether you’re car camping, overlanding or just starting out.
From core gear like a tent, sleeping setup, lighting, ...
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Storage
Toiletry
Kitchen Essentials
Must Haves
Outfits
Sleeping
Storage
I love our Home Depot HDX storage totes, we used it to store bulky items like sleeping bags, cooktops, cooking utensils and condiments. Such a popular choice for camping due to it’s 75lb capacity, rigid, stackable design and secure fitting lid.
HDX 27 Gal. Tough Storage Tote in Black and Yellow
I love our Camp Galley Deluxe, it keeps utensils, small kitchen tools, mugs, plates and bowls organized in one place rather than in separate messy bins. I also love the feature that I can hang the organizer from a tree or to our roof rack for easy ac...
Camp Galley Deluxe | Kelty
Upgraded our water set up and not just those blue water jug, honestly game changer. Easy pour, clean set up and way more convenient than basic jugs.
5 Gallon BPA Free Portable Camping Water Jug
Great for off grid camping without draining your battery fast, it works well with portable power stations and solar set ups. This can run fridge + freezer at the same time, perfect for meat and drinks for camping and road trips. Definitely more conve...
This is a heavy duty canvas bag that straps onto your spare tire and acts as an external trash can. It's designed for offroad rigs so you don't store smelly or messy trash inside your vehicle. Remember let's practice, LEAVE NO TRACE.
Trasharoo
Toiletry
This toilet gel is such a life saver in dispersed camping, the powder transforms liquids into solid gel within 1-2 minutes. The lemon scented packets are frequently praised for masking unpleasant odors which is a plus if you’re sharing toilet with ot...
CRAZYTHUR Portable Toilet Gel, Poo Powder
I love this portable toilet kit designed for carrying out human waste from wilderness areas. We love dispersed camping and I can tell you this work really well.
What I love about this Coleman Matchlight 2 Burner Propane Stove is how reliable and budget friendly this stove is. It has wind blocking panels. Such a simple setup with removable grates for cleaning.
Coleman Brand, Matchlight 10000 BTU 2-Burner Propane Stove, black
These are great outdoor set, super sturdy for camping and light weight. Also easy to clean and store. Highly recommend.
Alpine Mountain Gear Plates and Bowls | REI Co-op
I love my fire-maple due to being budget friendly, durable and efficient alternatives to premium brands. Fast boil times, reliable built in igniters making this an excellent for backpacking.
Camping Outdoor Stoves | Ultralight & Portable - Fire Maple
When it's just the two of us camping, we love doing a korean bbq set up and honestly we use this same stove at home too for hot pot nights.
Camping Stoves - Coleman
Cast iron heats evenly and holds that heat, so whether you're cooking over a campfire or a portable stove everything comes out better. It's especially good for meals that feel a little extra like our favorite breakfast hash, yummy steaks or even a ko...
Skillets - Lodge Cast Iron
This cookware is one of those “quietly solid” camping upgrades, not flashy but it works every time. Simple and durable.
Camping Cookware: Pots, Pans & Cooking Sets | REI Co-op
Must Haves
I have used this chair for years it’s very comfortable with no durability issues. The love seat is low-slung, reclined design is ideal for outdoor concerts, beach and especially camping.
Low Loveseat | Kelty
I love our openroad camping chair, it's one of those extra comfort camp chairs. It's not your basic foldable chair, it's more like a portable lounge chair. It is a little heavy and bulkier than standard chairs so I don't recommend it for backpacking....
OPENROAD Camping Chair Pro - Openroad4wd
This is one of those upgrades that completely changes our camping setup. It wraps around our vehicle, giving us shade and coverage on the side and back which makes our campsite feel way more functional. This comes with LED strips which actually make ...
270 Degree Foldable Freestanding Car Awnings - Openroad4wd
This table is very much in the overlanding and aesthetic camping category, it's not just a basic plastic table. It's designed to look clean, pack flat and fit into a more organized set up. It's strong enough for cooking, prep and gear. The height ran...
OPENROAD Portable Camping Table
Is Jackery worth to buy? Absolutely YES. It's perfect for camping, car camping, roadtrips and short term emergency back up.
Portable Power Stations - Jackery
Perfect for camping, beach days and even in a roadtrip, this will help to charge your power station to keep the portable fridge running.
Jackery Solar Panels
Gazelle tents is such a good investment if you're planning to do more camping as your hobby. Set up is ridiculously easy, super comfortable and spacious inside.
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Outfits
I love this jacket for camping, even on summer days here in California weather gets so unpredictable and when the sun goes down temperature drops and this jacket is my go to. Highly recommended.
Omni-Heat - Columbia Sportswear
This is good for everyday or travel, camping and hiking. It's compact but not tiny. It fits phone, wallet, keys, snack, small camera, hand sanitizer, lip balm, mirror and a small comb. I wear this as a waist pack and crossbody sling. Also I love how ...
Hip Packs - Cotopaxi
My go to camping pants. It's breathable, lightweight and dries fast. Very comfortable for lounging and hiking, good beginner camping pants.
I love my Columbia fleece jackets because they are warm, soft and budget friendly mid layers that work great for camping, travel and casual cold weather.
Explore Our Women's Fleece Collection | Columbia Sportswear®
I love this outdoor hat, perfect designed for hiking, trail running and another weekend for a fun camping. It's lightweight and breathable.
Outdoor Hats, Beanies, and 5-Panel Caps | Faultline395
One of my favorite hiking boots, super comfortable, budget friendly adventure necessity. It supported my feet to so many adventures, super great for casual hikes, camping trips and light to moderate trails.
Women's Hiking Boots & Shoes | Columbia Sportswear
