Car Camping Checklist

Gear

Item

Tent

Pick a tent based on the amount of people you will typically camp with.

Check out our tents!

Backpack

Day Hiking pack, 35 Liters or less. (Vaude, Kelty)

See our Dayhiking Packs

Sleeping Bag

Since weight is not an issue pick any bag based on the temperature you would typically face and the amount of money you wanna spend. 

Sleeping Bags Category

Sleeping Pad

Since weight and size is no issue select a sleeping pad that is just right for you to get a good nights sleep in the great outdoors!

See More Sleeping Pad Options

Clothing

Car camping can involve just about any type of clothing you prefer, just make sure you wear something suitable to the weather your facing (warm, cold, rainy, snowy, etc..). Explore options with built in InsectShield and UV Protection!

Go2Outfitters Clothing Category

Water

Something to hold large quantities of water would be useful (like this) in case there is no fresh water at the campsite. But a Nalgene or Camelbak bottle would also be very handy!

Water Bottle Category

Toiletries

Tooth brush and paste, Toilet Paper, Badger Lotion, sun screen and any other toiletries you cant live without.

Badger Products ||  Hygiene Category

Flashlights

Headlamps are a must! A good lantern is also very useful.

Flashlights and Headlamps

Cook Set

Choose a cook set based on how many people are typically join you.

See our Camp Kitchen!

Food

The great thing about car camping is you can bring as much as you’d like! Bring ALL the food! But also try these super easy and clean freeze dried and dehydrated meals:

Food and Snacks

Chairs

Nothing beats a good seat by the fire. Browse our camp chairs from Grand Trunk, TravelChair, Eureka, etc:

Tables and Chairs

Emergency Supplies

Be prepared for anything that could happen! Don't forget the moleskin, bandages, and bug spray!

Health and Medical Supplies

Extras 

A pack of cards or a good book will bring the fun and relaxation of camping to a whole new level!

Games || Books