We've created your complete camping packing list, from tents to cooking gear

Camping means getting back in touch with nature It means delicious food cooked over the open fire relaxing afternoons out on the trails or in the water and nights under the stars A well-stocked car or hiking backpack means an enjoyable camping experience with as a great number of luxuries as you want Whether you're a die-hard camper or someone who prefers a glamping experience we've rounded up a list of everything you might need while connecting with nature We've got tents for every size family and budget sleeping bags that really keep you confident cooking gear that can help you prepare a feast and camping chairs to help you relax Plus we've lined up a list of top-tier coolers that'll keep your food and drinks ice-cold and pet gear for anyone bringing their furry friend on the adventure To top it all off we have lighting solutions to brighten your campsite at night and exigency essentials A good tent can make a huge difference when you're camping Just because you are tent camping doesn't mean you can't be reassured We've listed options for large families couples and those who prefer a more luxurious experience Original price The Slumberjack Aspen Grove tent fits up to eight people in sleeping bags or two queen-sized air mattresses There s a unique gear loft that attaches to the top of the tent that makes it easy to get your family s gear up and off the ground creating even more space A room divider is included for families who want separate sleeping areas for the kids and parents A mud mat also comes attached so you can make sure your kiddos wipe their feet before climbing in If you re an Amazon Prime member you can get the majority of these tents straight to your door ASAP You can join or start a -day free trial to start your shopping the present day Original price You can sleep up to eight people in this Campros tent The long design gives optimal space to fit the whole family and you can put up the included room divider for added privacy This tent is designed for frequent use and has a high-tech coating and sealed seams to make it more durable and waterproof An Amazon Basics dome camping tent is about as basic as it gets which is why it s so easy to put up A removable rainfly is included to keep your tent dry and the air ports keep the tent well-ventilated in hot summer months You can fit up to eight people in sleeping bags in the Amazon Basics tent L L Bean s Acadia tent is made for eight people to sleep comfortably in The tall ceiling makes it an especially roomy tent and it has a self-closing door that is designed with magnets to keep out bugs The Acadia tent is made from a thick polyester material and coated in a waterproof sealer so you never have to worry about rain or snow Long-term campers want a tent that feels like home and the Portal family camping tent is a great fit It can fit four queen-sized air mattresses or people in sleeping bags It also has a unique front porch design with a canopy giving you the space to set up a inadequate chairs or a table You can divide the tent into two sections with the room divider curtain and the two large doors make it easier to get in and out of the tent FOOD STORAGE ESSENTIALS FOR TRAVELING OR CAMPINGWhen you're going camping with the whole family fit everyone comfortably in the Ozark Trail -person tent It has three separate offshoots that can be divided into three different rooms that each have their own entrances The tent's mesh roof provides excellent ventilation and the ability to star gaze at night Original price If you re looking for an option in-between a tent and a camper this SUV tent easily attaches to the back of the bulk SUVs and pops up into a tent giving you the ability to use both your trunk and the tent space This tent fits five people comfortably You can find more SUV tents and canopies at Walmart TURN YOUR CAR INTO A CAMPER WITH THESE CAR CAMPING ITEMSGet a good night of sleep with a settled sleeping bag There are options for warm and cold-weather camping plus there are all-season options for campers who like camping all year Original price A MalloMe sleeping bag is ideal for camping in warm summer weather Weighing in at just over three pounds this is a good backpacking option The waterproof protective shell keeps you warm on cool summer nights without trapping heat and making you sweat It s also easy to spot clean with a damp cloth L L Bean s Adventure sleeping bag is designed for summer use It s L L Bean s lightest sleeping bag and it can be converted from a sleeping bag to a blanket Packed down the sleeping bag is about the size of a one-liter water bottle For especially hot nights an L L Bean cabin fleece blanket can keep you assured Unzip the whole thing and you have a large lightweight blanket or zipper yourself in and use it as a classic sleeping bag It can also double as a sleeping bag liner for cold-weather camping Rumpl well known for their durable colorful blankets also make Wrap Sack sleeping bags They give you three solutions to wrap up all of which help you sleep comfortably at different temperatures Just choose how several layers you want over you and relax in the oversized sleeping bag Original price The Redcamp flannel sleeping bag is an oversized sleeping bag that's perfect for fall weather The cotton flannel lining keeps you warm but won't leave you overheated You get a stack sack that makes it easy to pack the sleeping bag away Winter campers need tough equipment and the Teton Sports sleeping bag is a strong choice Made from rugged canvas the shell will last a lifetime The fiber fill and double-layer construction will keep you warm in zero-degree temperatures The half-circle mummy hood traps heat keeping you warm WINTER CAMPING GEAR THAT WILL HELP YOU STAY WARM WHILE YOU RE IN THE WOODSOriginally Sleeping on the ground isn t invariably the majority of at ease so consider adding a sleeping pad to your tent This sleeping pad easily inflates and is designed to comfortably fit two people It even has built-in pillows to help you sleep better Coleman also has blow-up sleeping pads Having a dry place to rest at night will help you sleep comfortably A waterproof camping pad can lift you off the ground and help you stay warm Get a memory foam pad from Amazon that has a waterproof cover or choose an inflatable pad from Walmart that has a built-in pillow and is lightweight and easy to pack Original price For an easily packable pillow opt for a Wise Owl camping pillow It s made from four inches of memory foam and is machine-washable Walmart also offers Wise Owl camping pillows Keeping your food and drinks cold is a must when you're camping You can find budget coolers and high-end options for campers who plan to spend longer periods of time in the woods FROM YETI TO IGLOO HERE ARE COOLERS THAT'LL KEEP YOUR FOOD AND DRINKS COLDOriginal price Lifetime coolers are American-made and designed to be bear-resistant when locked You get a whopping eight days of ice retention which exceeds premium brands like Yeti There are two built-in bottle openers and two holes for locks which add to the cooler's protection when you're camping A Cordova Outdoors Basecamp cooler stands up to the elements They're shock-absorbing eco-foam-filled coolers that can last for generations Not only do they have a unique design but they'll hold ice for days and are UV-resistant so you don't need to worry about fading Ninja's high-end FrostVault cooler is designed to keep food and drinks at refrigerator temperature for days The large -quart quota holds up to cans with ice or cans without ice It also has all-terrain wheels making it workable to pull the FrostVault almost anywhere Looking for a small cooler that s easy to move around This Coleman wheeled cooler gives you the ability to roll your ice box wherever you need to go It retains ice for five days and the lid provides cupholders and a place to sit if you need one as it can hold up to pounds The -quart Bison cooler is made in the U S and features a two-inch-thick lid and insulated walls to ensure ice retention Engineered for extreme use it has rubber latches and anti-skid rubber feet as well as ergonomic grab rails that make it easy to drag or lift the cooler You can find more colors and sizes on the Bison site This ultra-lightweight RTIC cooler can easily be carried by one person and is an affordable alternative to a Yeti cooler of the same size It has three inches of insulation so your drinks will stay cold for days while you re on your adventures If you want a classic cooler the Yeti Tundra is your model The three inches of PermaFrost insulation paired with the extra-thick cooler wall can keep up to cans colder than countless other coolers This durable cooler is also designed to be bear resistant for campers that venture deep into the woods Buy it on Amazon or head to Yeti s site for more options If you re looking for a larger-sized option the Igloo Gray Polar is a -quart cooler that can keep drinks and food cold for a sparse days Just be prepared to keep lots of ice on hand The cooler has a threaded drain plug to easily release water when you're done Igloo also sells -quart coolers directly from their site Part of camping is cooking delicious meals over the fire or on your grill We've lined up selected must-have cooking gear that'll make it easy to prepare meals you won't soon forget Original price No matter what time of year you re camping you ll want a propane camping stove to cook all your meals Coleman has a foldable two-burner camp stove that runs off propane Amazon has a similar model except it comes with a wind barrier and cover for easier storage Original price The Jetboil MiniMo is a single-burner cooking system that folds up which is great for backpackers and campers traveling light It reaches a boil in just two minutes using small propane cannisters Cook directly with the included cooking up which can double as a bowl when your food is ready Original price This -piece camping cookware kit comes with everything you need to make a meal while camping You get a pot frying pan tea kettle two stainless steel cups two stainless steel plates dinner cutlery a cleaning cloth and a carrying bag to store it all in Walmart also offers camping cookware kits Original price If you need an area to prep all your food this camping folding table easily folds out and includes an attachable storage bin underneath If you prefer to cook over the fire make it a little easier with this folding campfire grill Put the grate over your fire and cook steak potatoes and anything else your heart desires directly on the grate GSI Outdoors also sells metal and cast-iron campfire grills Original price Cooking over the fire is a staple when you re camping A cooking tripod sets up nicely over any fire pit Amazon has a tripod with a grate that provides a large cooking area Cabela s has a Lodge cast iron tripod with a chain you can hang a cast iron pot on for cooking A large number of camping spots require you to bring in your own water so make sure you have enough water on hand with this BPA-free jug It has a convenient spigot to easily pour water into your cup or water bottle There are two handles for easy carrying and a cleaning brush is included Inevitably make sure you have a water bottle with you so you can stay hydrated while you're in the wilderness Stainless steel bottles are a good option They're easy to clean and keep water ice-cold for hours The Stanley IceFlow is a large water bottle that sports an easy-carry handle There are also Yeti water bottles that are durable and well-known for keeping drinks cold Relaxing while you're camping involves having the right chair There are hundreds of options but we exposed four of the top choices including a rocker a limited basic options and a scarce more supportive options Original price Fully relax with a GCI Outdoor Comfort Pro rocker camping chair It folds out like any other camping chair but slightly rocks back and forth like a rocking chair The sturdy steel frame holds up to pounds Set up this simple and lightweight Amazon Basics camping chair and start relaxing right away It includes a handy beverage cooler pocket that holds up to four -ounce cans Don't give up comfort just because you're camping This Bass Pro Shops XL padded club chair is great for taller individuals or anyone who wants an oversized feel to their camping chair The water-resistant fabric is ideal for rainy camping and the steel frame can hold more weight than your average camping chair Backpackers and deep woods campers will love the Helinox Savanna chair The camo design is perfect for camping enthusiasts and the tall back provides ample aid for your neck and shoulders There are cupholders on either side while the headrest flap provides storage for books jackets and other belongings The chair holds up to pounds but packs down into a matter weighing just four pounds Camping at night can be intimidating so make sure you're prepared with bright packable lights Original price It gets dark early in the winter so you ll need proper lighting to cook and safely move around your campsite Amazon sells water-resistant lanterns that offer up to hours of light on the low setting This four-pack of camping lanterns turns into flashlights with a folding handle for easy carrying They're heat-resistant and water-resistant and each has hours of battery life Original price For a simple bright light that runs for hours Coleman's deluxe propane lantern gets the job done Just screw in a can of propane and light with a match or lighter for up to hours of light Original price Camping in the woods poses more dangers than camping at a well-manicured campground so it pays to be prepared This urgency radio is a weather radio with a built-in battery that powers a light and three charger cables Original price Don't rely on just your phone for a flashlight The Lighting EVER flashlight is bright and can be adjusted depending on how much light you need It's compact and has a wrist lanyard making it easy to carry Original price When you're searching for your gear at night you'll be thankful you have a two-pack of headlamps These headlamps are super bright and rechargeable They're also waterproof and have eight different lighting modes Original price A Jackery solar generator ensures you unfailingly have power on hand even if there's no electricity at the campground you're staying at The fold-out solar panel swiftly charges the Jackery battery in just a limited hours The watts of power is plenty to run a TV small fridge and charge your electronics You can also get a -watt Jackery setup for a little more money Original price Charge all your devices no matter where you are with an Anker SOLIX C power station This mini power station has multiple USB ports a car socket and multiple regular household plugs Designed to be travel-friendly you can attach a strap sold separately or just carry the lightweight station from place to place You can charge your Anker power station using a compatible -watt Anker solar panel Should you choose to recharge with a wall outlet you get battery in just minutes You can also charge the power station using a car port Designed to last this Anker power station can last for a decade or cycles Are you planning to take your dog camping Be prepared for anything with the right pet camping gear Original price One of the easiest techniques to protect your car s interior from muddy paws and sharp claws is a dog car hammock These hammocks fit over your entire back seat and easily clip to the front and customer seats to create a hammock with extra space for your furry friend Amazon sells an affordable dog hammock with plenty of protection DOG GEAR ITEMS YOUR DOG NECESSITIES Regular water and food dishes won t work as well when you re traveling so make sure you have voyage dishes Amazon has a water jug that turns into a dog dish so you can have plenty of water on hand Or get collapsible bowls from Kurgo that are perfect for hiking or camping and are easy to clean Original price Keep everything you need for your dog in one place with their own trip bag Ruffwear has a durable waterproof bag that has pockets for just about everything Amazon also has a doggy backpack with separate food storage bags When you re out camping just hanging out you need a safe place for your dog A camping hitch system like this one from Ruffwear can easily be set up between two trees to create a run for your dog You can get another version of a tie-out on Amazon that only takes a sparse minutes to set up Original price Just like you want a assured place to sleep in when you re traveling so does your dog A progress bed is easily packed and made of durable materials Amazon has a waterproof dog bed that can be packed away as easily as a sleeping bag Ruffwear also has a funky dog bed that s waterproof and lightweight From time-to-time you'll encounter urgency situations while camping It's best to be prepared when you encounter these emergencies so make sure you have items like first-aid kits extra blankets and rain cover A five-pack of LifeStraws ensures you can perpetually get clean water The straws remove of waterborne bacteria and parasites making water safer to drink Microplastics exposed in the climate are also filtered out when you use the straw The Coleman mini first-aid kit gets you what you need to deal with any minor injuries while you're camping Included in the kit are latex-free bandages antibiotic ointment and antiseptic wipes The small tin is easy to pack in any camping or hiking gear For more Deals visit www foxnews com dealsEmergency blankets are a necessity when you're camping especially during colder months This four-pack of exigency thermal blankets are folded up in compact packs so you can stash them in your camping gear