Whether the camping enthusiast on your list is a seasoned backpacker or they are just getting started.
We have picked out a few top essentials that will make their next camping trip their best night under the stars.

 

 

Helinox Chair One 

This is no ordinary soccer mom folding chair or basic camp chair. The Helinox Chair One was voted the best outdoor adventure accessory at the prestigious ISPO awards in Munich on January 26, 2015. Yes, a chair! Ultra lightweight, super strong, incredibly compact, simple, reliable and wonderfully comfortable. It is the perfect portable chair for hikers and beach goers alike. So use it during those sunset hikes or anywhere you want to sit back and relax.

 

Kelty All Inn 2P Tent

We all remember our first camping trip when it seemed it was more work than camping is supposed to be. The All Inn 2P Tent is Kelty’s premier backpacking tent and it puts the simple back in camping. It is made up of strong yet lightweight nylon and has innovative tent pole designs that make this tent feel like a real room, and of course, it keeps you safe from the elements. The backpacking tents are great as they are so lightweight that you won’t feel like you’re hauling equipment around.

 

NEMO Fillo Luxury Backpacking Pillow

This pillow changed the camping game for me and every memory I had growing up about camping and compromising comfort for a night in the wilderness. With the comfort of your favorite pillow at home and the ability to pack it down and travel light, the Fillo™ is perfect. It is soft and yielding, yet substantial enough for side-sleepers. It’s amazing in the backcountry, but also great on an airplane or as lumbar support. It’s everything you want in a sidekick pillow for all adventures.

 

SOL Origin Survival Kit

The name says it all, Survival Kit. This is your ready-when-you-need-it kit for anything you might need amongst the elements. From simple things like safety pins to fire starters and knives, it has all the essentials in case of emergency. With its compact waterproof case, this one is a no brainer as it is small but mighty! The two key features we want in all of our gear.

 

 

Marmot Nanowave 35° Synthetic Sleeping Bag – Regular

Outdoor fabrics have come a long way since I started camping when I was just a young explorer. Much like any equipment we recommend, this bag is lightweight, packable, and it will keep you warm even when the temperature drops as low as 35°F. Its synthetic insulation will keep you warm even when things get a little wet. The Marmot Nanowave 35 Sleeping Bag is a must for your next outdoor adventure under the stars.

 

MPOWERD Luci Outdoor 2.0 Inflatable Solar Light

The Luci lantern is one of my all-time favorite camping accessories. Its lightweight and collapsible design make it easy to take with you. All you have to do is set it out in the sun to charge, inflate the lantern when you are ready to use it, and press on. It comes with four different light modes to brighten your trail or dimly light up your tent. Pack a few and hang them around camp to give your site a true outdoor patio vibe. What makes it even better for your outdoor adventure? It’s waterproof.

 

United States Forest Service Map

I can hear it now, “this is so 1990”, right? No. Every explorer should bring a map no matter how long the journey is! While technology is great and sometimes life-saving, an old-fashioned paper map (and compass) will show you the way even when you are off of the grid with no signal around. Sure, bring your phone for some fireside tunes, but test out the true explorer in yourself with these great maps from the United States Forest Service. Both Bankhead National Forest and Talladega National Forest offer miles of trails and many sites for camping!

 

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