Camping Gear List: What to Bring If You Travel by Car

Camping when you travel by car is super easy compared to when you use public transportation. I’ve done both. And although I’m still partial to being a light packer, I have to admit but when it comes to camping, I prefer the creature comforts that a car can bring (think: you can bring a lot more stuff to make your life easier).

So, I teamed up with a friend who is a camping gear fanatic, to bring you the ultimate camping gear list that would make anyone – who travels by car – happy. Why not make them happy and give them a useful gift of love?

Mac Wagon

It is awesome, really going to help with taking gear down or up to the campsite. Saves you the many to and from the car when packing/unpacking. The wagon is good for other things too, like picnics etc.

Etekcity Camping Lantern Battery Powered LED for Power Outages, Emergency Light for Hurricane Supplies Survival Kits, Operated Lamp, Camping Gear Accessories Essentials, 2 Pack

You can hang the light or put it in the above mesh. It is much better than typical lanterns as far as spreading out the light in the tent. Plus, it’s easier to just hit a switch then to figure out where you put your cell to turn on the flashlight (we’ve all been there, right?)

CORE 4 Person Dome Tent 9’x7′

Core tents are easy to set up and do just fine. This one has more than enough room for a couple. Plus, you want a sturdy tent. I, for one, have managed to almost get a tent blown up by the wind, in the middle of the city (in an organized camping site!).

Kodiak Canvas Flex Bow 6 Person Canvas Tent

One person can set it up, it is 10×10 feet which is perfect for one to 2 people. Its heavy but you have the wagon, right? And again, you want something sturdy.

Ozark Trail 26 quart high performance cooler

If you do not need a big cooler (maybe you do not drink soda or beer) but still want one that keeps ice a long time and is Bear Proof Certified, this is the best choice. These high-performance coolers are supposed to keep ice for close to a week if not putting hot stuff in them all the time. For people like vegans to store food that need to be on the ice, it is perfect.

Plano 2-3500 Prolatch Stowaway Utility Box (4-Pack)

Take a plastic container with a lid deep enough to store things and make dividers for it. It is perfect to store rope, small lanterns, flash lights, batteries, camping knife etc . In one, you can keep only the cooking gear, utensils, 1 re-usual unbreakable plate.

Zebra Brand, Stainless Steel Food Carrier 14cm x 2 Tier Premium Quality

It is the perfect solution for hauling non-liquid meals and desserts (hot or cold) to your favorite national parks and camps.

Each stackable camping pot container (food bowl) has removable folding handles, so you can use each bowl as a drinking mug, as food storage, gear storage, mess kit, lunch box or as camping saucepan to boil water or heat food.

Burner Triton Series Stove

Camp stoves vary so much but this one is quite good if you are a camping a lot. It comes with a push-button matchless lighting system makes ignition easy and even uses a technology that keeps the wind from blowing the flames around.

If you prefer to stay in organized camping sites that do provide a cooking area, you might as well skip this item.

Unigear Wood Burning Camp Stoves Picnic BBQ Cooker

Here is a wood backpacking stove which is great cause you never know when you are out of fuel and need something before a store run. This one, however, is perfect if you are into hiking in nature, away from cities.

KingCamp Camping Cot OVERSIZED Heavy Duty Folding Bed

If you used air-mattresses and are done with them, a military cot is a great option. It is big so not something for small tents or backpacking. One of my best purchases ever. You wake up and the the back does not hurt.

Coleman Brazos Cold-Weather Sleeping Bag, 20°F/30°F Lightweight Camping Sleeping Bag for Adults, No-Snag Zipper with Stuff Sack Included, Machine Washable

Get an extra-large sleeping bag so you are always comfortable. It should fit the big cot.

This one is ideal for cold climate conditions, perfect for hiking and camping. When the temperature is warmer, you can adjust the zipper and remove the mummy hood to make you feel comfortable.

Secura Stainless Steel French Press Coffee Maker

They are great for camping. A must for coffee drinkers, like myself. Everyone needs their coffee fix in the morning, right?

GCI Outdoor Sports Chair

Camping chairs are a personal thing. Some people cannot stand the ones that you sink into. But, if you are out in nature and don’t want to stay in the tent all the time – or on a mat – they are a good option.

Ledeak Portable Camping Table, Small Ultralight Folding Table with Aluminum Table Top and Carry Bag, Easy to Carry, Prefect for Outdoor, Picnic, BBQ, Cooking, Festival, Beach, Home Use

Let’s talk camping tables. It’s nice to have a table for your tent. Also, a bigger one is nice for outside if you do not have a picnic table. This one is perfect for inside the tent.

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