With so many specialty products out there in the camp and backpack world, holiday shopping for the campers in your life can be overwhelming. That’s why we compiled this list to help you equip them.
Make sure the special people in your life have what they need when they head for the wilderness.
All of these products will level up anyone’s camping game. And they might remember it when it comes time to get you something for the campsite!
Kelty Lowdown Couch
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We’ve reviewed the Kelty Lowdown Camp Couch at GearJunkie and it’s one of the most comfortable (and surprisingly useful) additions to any camping arsenal. (And if you’re buying it for your significant other, it’s partly a gift to yourself too!)
Kelty makes a two-person camp couch, but the three-person version ($180) fits you, your loved one, and your fur baby (or actual baby) — or two of your friends, depending on who you’re camping with.
Reclining into one of these couches beside a fire, beside the people who mean the most to you, is comforting and comfortable on many levels.
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Moonfab Moonshade
The Moonshade awning ($379-395) is one of the best car-camping companions you can keep in your vehicle. It folds up like a tent and stows down into a small travel bag. But when you need it, it provides 9 x 7 feet of shade or shelter.
The water-resistant material will protect you from a drizzle, and it can hold its own in a breeze. Simply attach suction cups to your car and to two corners of the awning, and use the extendable posts for the other two corners. And voila! You’ve got it made in the shade.
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RovR KeepR Mobile Cocktail Caddy
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RovR’s KeepR ($150) is the ideal camp picnic gift for those who want to enjoy a meal and drink in the great outdoors.
It includes a thermos that fits three carrying trays inside of it — Matryoshka doll-style — and movable compartments to keep dry and wet items separate.
A durable EPA foam handle makes for a comfortable grip, and the insulated carrier will keep cold items chilled. It’s designed for taking a picnic out to the woods or for setting up a little minibar on the beach.
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NEMO Camp Shower
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There’s nothing quite like taking a shower outdoors when you really need one. With the NEMO Helio LX Pressure Shower ($160), you’ll always have a shower at hand. No need to go looking for rec centers to buy a shower at, hotel changing rooms to sneak into, or shared public showers to use.
This NEMO quickly pressurizes 5.8 gallons of water with a foot pump. Set the black tank in the sun to warm up your water and then use the 7-foot neoprene hose to wash your body down, or clean off paws, plates, or dirty gear.
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UCO Camp 6-Piece Camping Mess Kit
Having a reliable, durable, and easy-to-clean mess kit when you’re camping is essential. UCO’s simple system ($27) keeps everything in one place, secured together in a tight little bundle so you won’t lose any of it.
The set includes a plate, bowl, cup, two-piece switch spork camping utensil set, and a tether.
When closed, the seal is airtight, and the bottoms are rubberized to prevent slipping. It’s great for traveling, camping, or backpacking. The entire set is both dishwasher- and microwave-safe.
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Rumpl NanoLoft Poncho
Part blanket, part apparel, part pillow the Rumpl Poncho ($249) is a versatile piece of camping gear. Rumpl’s signature synthetic insulation offers a lot of warmth, and the head hole and accompanying hood make it possible to swaddle yourself in that toasty comfort.
Then, when you’re ready for bed, stuff it into its own kangaroo pouch pocket and use it like a pillow.
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Aerobie Aeropress Coffee Maker
The sensation of waking up outside and making a cup of coffee to enjoy in the crisp morning air is unbeatable. And with the Aeropress from Aerobie ($40) that isn’t just any old cup of joe — it’s a great cup of joe. The Aeropress design uses air to force hot water through coffee grounds, producing an extremely smooth, delicious cup of coffee that lacks the bitterness that comes from a regular French press or slow-brewing process. It’s easy, light, durable, and perfect for camping.
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Sea to Summit Comfort Plus Insulated Air Sleeping Pad
Durable. Reliable. Comfortable. This sleeping pad (from $219) has all of the qualities a good sleeping pad needs to have if it’s going to be your go-to. The double air chambers provide peace of mind through redundancy; if a hole is punctured in one side, you’ve still got another that will hold you aloft. It wouldn’t be ideal for backpacking, but it is one of GearJunkie’s favorite pads of the year — which tells you all you need to know.
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Kelty Camp Galley Deluxe
This highly organized camp kitchen container system ($70) keeps all of your dinnerware, utensils, and cooking tools in one place. It can be hung from a car door, roof rack, or tree limb, and even includes a waterproof compartment for used cans, trash, or dirty dishes.
Keeping your entire camp kitchen in a bag this compact makes getting out the door much faster and ensures you don’t forget anything you’ll need to make your meals.
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Big Agnes Sidewinder SL Sleeping Bag
For the side-sleepers in your life, and for those who toss and turn at night, there is no better sleeping bag option than the Big Agnes Sidewinder ($300). This bag was designed from square one to move around with a person as they roll over or burrow down.
The zipper and hood are positioned facing to one side and a custom mesh pillow pocket keeps your pillow under your head, no matter where you move. With a hybrid down and synthetic insulation, it’s a warm bag, but also a heavier one. At 2 pounds 4 ounces, it’s bulkier than a lot of its lightweight counterparts. But for car-camping side-sleepers, it’s an ideal gift.
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