30+ Camping Essentials to Help You Enjoy the Great Outdoors (2024)

Sure sleeping under the stars is nice, but then there are mosquitos and the possibility of bad weather. Coleman is a brand known for crafting sturdy, weather-resistant shelter that is easy to pitch!

An oft-forgotten camping item, the sleeping pad is essential for a good night's sleep, no matter where you're sleeping.

You're not cooking in a kitchen anymore! Sure, you can bring pots and pans from home, but this kit has a pot, pan, stirring spoons, and more, which all fit compactly together.

This quick-dry towel set comes with a large towel for swimming or showering, plus a smaller towel that's perfect for drying camping dishes.

At the end of your scrumptious cookout, you'll need to clean the dishes so no critters come by looking for leftovers. Fill one of these basins with soapy water and the other with rinsing water for easy cleanup.

There are a few utensils that are absolutely necessary for cooking. Make your life easier by having them all in one compact place!

A mess kit is one of the most standard, necessary items on any campers list. It's important for obvious reasons—and we love how the set all fits together for easy transport.

You may be in the mood to rough it, but we don't recommend going without a pillow. This one lofts up on its own (no inflation necessary) and compresses into a pack bag for easy transport.

When it comes to venturing into the great outdoors, staying hydrated is half the battle. This tumbler is vacuum-sealed, so you don't have to worry about leaks.

This nifty gadget makes grilling a whole lot easier—and neater—to whip up. Sure you can make your main course in here, but it also makes the most beautiful s'mores. Yum!

There's no reason you shouldn't camp with your pup in tow! It does mean making extra efforts to keep him or her hydrated. This water bottle gets the job done.

There are few things more delicious than quesadillas...except maybe a quesadilla you make on the grill!

Talk about a handy gadget! This one boasts a ton of different uses and tools, including an axe, hammer, knife, saw, and more.

You'll love documenting your trip with this fun journal. It's a handy way to record all the things you encounter along the trail and features sections for essential info for future trips.

You can't go without a cooler! This one is well-reviewed, sturdy, and will keep all of your food chilled while you camp.

Safety first! This kit includes more than 80 items, including bandages of varying sizes, sterile pads, medical tape, a cold compress, and antibiotic ointment.

Because s'mores are only half the fun! Make your time at the campfire even more special with a personalized mug.

Ask any pro camper, and they'll tell you that duct tape is a must for fixing unexpected tears in tents, sleeping bags, and the like.

This camp chair features a roomy seat, adjustable arms, and a cooler pouch to keep your drinks chilled.

Don't forget the tunes! This carabiner-enabled speaker boasts a rechargeable battery and high-quality sound.