Best Cool Camping Gear For Your Next Adventure
Once you’ve acquired all your camping essentials, it’s time to add some cool camping gear.
The type of gear that’ll impress your friends.
Gear that will take your camping adventures to a new level of awesome.
Which means more convenience, more comfort, and more fun!
Sometimes cool camping gear equals new high-tech gadgets. Other times it’s gear that’s proven itself and has stood the test of time.
Either way, it’s all gear you’ll want to add to your wish list.
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RTIC Hard Cooler Ice Chest with Heavy Duty Rubber Latches
RTIC prides itself on offering high-quality coolers at a fantastic price.
An RTIC cooler can pack out an entire elk – and 3” of insulation can keep ice on your beverages for a week!
They’re built using the same roto-molding process as whitewater kayaks. And they’re designed to resist bear break-ins!
RTIC coolers can even be pad-locked closed to keep everything ELSE out as well.
↓I CUT the RTIC in HALF…more insulation THAn YET?↓
NEMO Equipment Stargaze Recliner Luxury Camping Chair
Camping is all about relaxing in the great outdoors. And relaxing means being comfortable.
How can you be comfortable in your tent or your campsite if you don’t have a seat?
Instead, look no further than the NEMO Equipment Stargaze Recliner.
This baby is the ultimate in comfort and relaxation for your next camping trip.
The chair’s suspended design allows you to swing back and forth while enjoying the great outdoors.
It’s made with a lightweight and durable aluminum frame, so you won’t have to worry about it breaking down on you.
Plus, the chair has a built-in cupholder and a stash pocket for your phone or other small items.
And when it’s time to pack up and head home, the Stargaze folds up easily and fits into a compact carrying case.
Overall, the NEMO Equipment Stargaze is a must-have for anyone who loves to kick back and relax in the great outdoors.
↓Nemo Stargaze Recliner Camp Chair Review↓
Scepter 5 Gallon Military Water Container
When it comes to bulk water storage, there’s a reason this Scepter 5 Gallon Container ends up in so many campsites.
They’re reasonably priced, lightweight (about 1lb), and high-capacity (5gal).
And the best part? It’s designed to meet strict military specifications, so you know it’s built to last.
This container also features a spill-proof pour spout, an ergonomic handle for easy carrying, and a stackable design that makes storing it easy.
And with a capacity of 5 gallons, you’ll have plenty of water to last you through most camping trips.
↓Scepter Water Can: For Camping or Emergencies↓
Garmin Instinct Tactical, Rugged GPS Watch
When it comes to rugged tactical watches, Garmin is a name you can trust.
This bad boy is built to withstand even the harshest of conditions and keep ticking like a well-oiled machine.
One of the first things you’ll notice about the Instinct Tactical is its tough, no-nonsense design. The watch face is protected by a high-strength thermoplastic casing and reinforced with scratch-resistant Corning Gorilla glass.
It’s also water-resistant up to 100 meters, so you can take it swimming, kayaking, or out in a good ol’ fashioned downpour without worry.
But the Instinct Tactical isn’t just a pretty face – it’s also loaded with a whole heap of features that’ll make your survivalist’s heart skip a beat.
First up, it’s got built-in GPS, GLONASS, and Galileo satellite systems, so you can navigate even the most treacherous of terrains with ease.
Plus, it’s got a 3-axis compass and barometric altimeter, so you can get an accurate read on your location and altitude at all times.
And that’s not all – the Instinct Tactical also has a range of specialized tactical features, including stealth mode (which disables wireless connectivity and mutes all tones), a dual-position GPS formatting option (that allows you to switch between MGRS and latitude/longitude), and a Jumpmaster mode (that calculates high-altitude release points based on military guidelines).
But perhaps my favorite feature of the Instinct Tactical is its long battery life – this watch can go up to 14 days in smartwatch mode, up to 16 hours in GPS mode, and up to 40 hours in Ultratrac battery saver mode.
All in all, the Garmin Instinct Tactical Watch Series is a top-notch survival tool that any serious survivalist would be proud to wear on their wrist.
↓The BEST SURVIVAL Watch: Garmin Tactical Instinct↓
ENO, DoubleNest Lightweight, Portable, 1 to 2 Person Hammock
Relaxing in a hammock in camp is one of the great pleasures of the wilderness!
Sleeping in one can give you a great alternative to the damp or rocky ground.
But that depends on getting a comfortable, lightweight hammock.
The ENO DoubleNest packs down to the size of a softball and weighs a little over a pound but holds up to 400 lbs!
The optional bug screen and rain fly make a full hammock camping setup simple and easy to set up quickly.
You might also be interested in sleeping in a hammock tent if you want to practice minimalist camping.
↓ENO Doublenest Hammock – Field Review & Setup↓
THE NORTH FACE ThermoBall™ Traction Bootie
At the end of a long day on the trail, what’s the first thing you want to do?
For me, it’s to get out of my damp boots and into something dry and warm.
This often means lightweight sandals. But sandals don’t offer any protection from the environment or the frigid cold.
Instead, reach for these insulated-down booties from North Face.
These will keep your feet warm and dry while you do chores around camp.
These highly durable winter shoes are water-resistant and warm, made with a 100%-recycled ripstop upper, and finished with a Durable-Water Repellent (DWR).
Your camping feet will thank you!
↓North Face Thermoball Booties↓
Survival Neck Knife by Survival Frog
If you’re going to trust your life to a knife, it has to be strong enough for the job.
That’s why the full tang fixed blade survival neck knife is ideal for survival…
This Survival Knife doesn’t have any structural weak points. It’s made from one single, solid piece of cold-forged steel. This full tang runs from tip to tail and will not break.
However, it’s still light and compact, meaning it’s much easier to carry and easier to conceal.
The Survival Knife Has A Damn-Tough Blade
Compare the Survival Neck Knife blade to a standard pocket knife blade, and you’ll notice a major difference.
The Survival Neck Knife’s blade is much thicker.
On average, the Survival Neck Knife’s blade is 3-4x thicker than a standard pocket knife.
Fortunately, at 4mm thick, the Survival Neck Knife’s blade is thick enough for abusive survival skills, such as:
- batoning wood
- skinning large game
- use as a pry bar
Not to mention the Survival Knife blade is made from one of the best metals around. The all 404c steel blade is as strong, so it’ll stand up to years.
Plus, its sheath is a survival tool in its own right.
It comes with the following:
- Built-in compass and a signaling mirror
- Complete with a knife-sharpening stone
- A Ferro rod for creating a shower of sparks
The Survival Neck Knife is badass, the one I purchase and the one I wear daily.
↓Survival Neck Knife Review – Can Your Neck Knife Do All This?↓
Tough Tesla Lighter By Survival Frog
Over the years, I’ve tried a lot of windproof lighters and found them all to be more “wind-resistant” than anything.
The Tesla Lighter is a different breed – a flame-free, smoke-free, fuel-less lighter.
Try as hard as you want; you can’t blow out the twin plasma arcs.
Instead, they produce easy fire starts for all types of natural kindling.
The compact Tesla Lighter is an excellent addition to your everyday carry tools.
And a single charge (via USB) is enough to start hundreds of campfires!
↓Waterproof Plasma Lighter Review↓
HULKMAN Alpha85 Smart Jump Starter 2000 Amp 20000mAh Car Starter
Few feelings are worse than having a dead battery in the remote wilderness. You’re now stranded miles from home.
In the past, you’d hope and pray for a generous stranger to give you a jump with jumper cables.
But those days are over; now you can rely on yourself with a portable power jumper!
You’ll find a battery pack and a set of compact alligator clips in the package.
Don’t let the compact size fool you; it’s got enough juice to jump-start a large pickup truck easily.
↓Hulkman Alpha 85S Review↓
GEAR AID Tenacious Tape Ripstop Repair Tape
When you depend on your gear daily, it will see some wear and tear.
Eventually, you’ll have to throw a few stitches in to mend a hole. But this leaves an ugly repair that likely won’t keep the elements out.
Tenacious Tape is a far better alternative to your Frankenstein stitches. It will quickly seal rips and tears in all fabrics without using needles and thread.
The patches are water-resistant and durable; you can carry enough for several repairs in a tiny kit.
↓Tenacious Tape Ultra-Strong Repair Tape↓
Jetboil Flash Camping and Backpacking Stove
When you’re moving fast and light, you don’t always have space (or weight) in your pack for many cooking options.
The JetBoil Flash is a compact, self-contained cooking system. It includes a compact, electric starter and insulated heat-exchanging cooking cup.
The JetBoil System runs on easy-to-find iso-butane fuel canisters and will boil a liter of water in under 2 minutes!
That’s pretty cool camping gear, IMO.
You can fit the entire JetBoil system into the smallest corner of your pack at just over a pound and the size of a water bottle.
↓Jet Boil Great Camping Hack↓
Evatac Anytime Solar Charger
You should add a solar power bank to your camping gear.
Why?
You’ll be able to keep all your small electronic devices charged and at the ready, just in case.
Whether it’s to call a loved one, stay on track with a GPS device, or charge some batteries for your flashlight.
Skilled Survival highly recommends the Anytime Charge Solar Power Bank.
Why? Because it’s one of the most durable, compact, and cost-effective portable solar chargers on the market today.
But don’t let its compact size fool you; it’s also got a massive 10,000 mAh battery capacity!
The massive battery storage is enough to charge any device multiple times. Plus, with dual charging outputs, you can power multiple devices simultaneously!
Simply plug in your devices via the supplied USB cable (you can use any USB cable) and press the power button.
Your device will begin to take power from the Anytime Charge right away.
Recharging the Anytime Solar Bank couldn’t be easier – leave it in the sun, and it will automatically fill the large battery bank back up ANYWHERE.
↓Portable SOLAR Power Bank! Charge Your Devices Anywhere!↓
Owlike Wilderness Survival Emergency Shoelace Fire Starter
These specially designed shoelaces ensure you’ve got a fire starter as long as you have got your boots on.
The FireLaces are high tensile strength paracord and tipped with fire steel ends.
If you need a fire, unlace your boots and strike steel to flint to create a 3000-degree F shower of sparks. Those sparks can ignite a range of tinder in almost any climate zone.
They are slightly more expensive than your typical shoe lace but they are worth it.
↓Survival Frog Fire Laces Review (I started a fire in my office!)↓
LuminAID PackLite Nova USB Solar Inflatable Light
I bought my Emergency Air Lantern a few years ago for a camping trip to a mountain lake.
It was high summer, and fire conditions meant a complete campfire ban. So we wanted some light in camp after sunset.
Well, after dark, a lost kayaker paddled up to our site with a couple of solar lanterns sitting in the empty fire ring.
She had seen our “campfire” from across the lake and couldn’t find any other way back to her friends.
This little inflatable light allows us to prep and clean up after dinner in the dark. But served as a beacon for someone in real need of help!
It’s now a standard part of my camping essentials, and we always leave one lit on the beach in camp.
↓LuminAID PackLite Max & Nova Solar Lantern Review↓
Sportsman Pocket Chainsaw 36 Inch Long Chain
Last winter, I was heading home from a ski trip and came across several small downed trees on the road.
They were too high to drive over, even in my Jeep, and I couldn’t pull them out of the way.
Eventually, I cleared them with the axe in my survival gear.
But it took a long time (even with a sharp survival axe) and left me wishing I had a compact saw in the kit.
I ran across this pocket chainsaw a few weeks later and used it.
It’s a better option than an axe for awkward angles and doesn’t need fuel or batteries to run.
It packs into a small nylon bag and occupies almost no space in my glovebox.
It was an inexpensive addition that has saved me at least one cold night out since!
↓Sportsman Pocket Chainsaw Review↓
Lodge Seasoned Cast Iron Deep Camp Dutch Oven
Camp meals become much more appealing when you move beyond just freeze-dried foods.
One of the most versatile camp kitchen tools is a cast iron dutch oven and a tripod over the campfire.
Everything from soup and stew to freshly baked bread comes out delicious! Pick an 8 to 10qt dutch oven to cook for a crowd.
If you take care of the cast iron, you can hand it down to your grandkids!
↓Lodge Dutch Oven Review↓
Note: Another cool camping oven is a solar oven. Using the sun’s power to cook a meal is awesome.
Frog & Co QuickHeat Hand Warmer
What’s one item that’s often buried deep down at the bottom of most survival caches? A set of disposable hand and foot warmers.
At about $1 each, they’re easy to pick up, but they’re not all that reliable.
If you’re lucky, their airtight wrappers are still sealed and haven’t gone bad. But you’ve got no way to know without trying them.
The team at Survival Frog got tired of the uncertainty and developed a reusable hand warmer. One that provides heat and can be quickly recharged anywhere you have power.
Better yet, with three heat settings and a quick warm-up time, it’s easy to pick the level you need. No disposable hand warmer can do that!
Hand warmers have come a long way and are a HOT survival gadget to take camping!
↓Keep Warm Outside: Frog & Co QuickHeat Hand Warmer↓
Coleman Triton: 2 Burner Propane Camping Stove
The Coleman “suitcase” stove has been around for decades and has proved its worth.
Chances are your parents cooked dinner over one before you were even born.
They’re nearly indestructible due to their simple construction.
Their standard green propane cans are easy to find. And adapters allow the use of bulk BBQ propane canisters for long-term use.
The new models put out more heat than ever before (up to 22,000 BTUs!). And the fine-tuning control allows you to cook without burning your food.
You can’t beat a Coleman Triton propane stove if you have space in your vehicle or at a cabin.
↓Coleman Triton Series 2 Burner Stove Review↓
Classic Accessories Cumberland Float Tube Green
Talk about a lightweight, portable way to fish in any lake!
This isn’t the only option for inflatable fishing boats (there are Kayaks, Stand UP Paddle Boards, etc.).
However, this is one of the best for camping.
Why?
First off, it has a 350-pound max capacity but only weighs 14 lbs.
That means it’s ideal for traveling to even the most remote campsites. It even comes with adjustable carrying straps.
This inflatable tube rig also has a thick padded seat and adjustable backrest. Keeping you extremely comfortable.
There are also 2 fishing rod holders and 2 large cargo pockets.
Plus, it’s tough as hell.
Because it has an Abrasion-resistant PVC bottom and hydrodynamic hull shape.
Finally, there’s a large mesh stripping apron. So you can work on your line and lure with ease. The apron includes an integrated fish ruler as well.
How cool is that?!
↓Classic Camping Accessory – Cumberland Float Tube↓
Cool Camping Gear Final Thoughts
That’s our wrap-up of the best cool camping gear to upgrade your next adventure.
It’s all about making camping more fun, comfortable, and enjoyable.
Now, if you enjoyed this article, you might like our camping hacks article.
Jason K.
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