55 Field-Tested Gifts For Campers As Grand As The Great Outdoors

Keeping your campsite bug-free is as easy as turning on this mosquito zapping camping lantern. This 2-in-1 rechargeable lantern comes fitted with a small waterproof ultraviolet light bug zapper that will provide a 16 x 16 foot mosquito-free zone.

You'll be able to have a conversation of sorts with nature after reading The Lost Art of Reading Nature's Signs. The book encourages you to slow down and take in your surroundings and tells you how to understand the ways nature communicates with humans without using a single word.

When it's time to take a load off, there's never been a more comfy spot than the Cliq packable chair. The telescoping arms create a basket seat that's comfy and tip-proof. When it's time to hit the trails, it folds up into a compact bundle that fits in the bottom of a bag.

Never hurts to throw a little extra meat on the pile at the Yankee swap, and these exotic jerky sticks will go over quite well with all carnivorous attendees. With flavors like alligator, kangaroo, and ostrich, everyone at the party will want to taste test the goods.

Nobody wants sandy pants and that's why you're gonna want this sandproof towel. Its microfiber construction means that no sand can get through its tiny pores or stick to it. Use it as a beach towel, too, it's super absorbent and dries in a flash so it never has time to get mildewy.

Treat your taste buds to exotic flavors while you rough it in the wild by packing along this dehydrated camping food. Designed by hiking enthusiasts for the great outdoors, the packets offer world class dishes like a delicious thai curry and classic marinara with penne.

Take back your yard from those pesky mosquitoes with the Thermacell E-series mosquito repeller. This portable repeller creates a 20-foot barrier and comes with a powerful lithium battery to offer 5.5 hours of continuous protection from those bloodsuckers.

Stay in touch with relatives and give everyone on your Insta some serious FOMO with a solar-powered portable power bank that'll keep your phone going as long as you are. Strap this bank to your bag while you wander, letting it soak up the sun and it'll be ready to light up your night and rejuice your phone.

Campers have a lot of crap to carry, there's no better way to say that. With this gear container strapped to their roof rack, their storage space will be extended by 18 cubic feet. The tote is weatherproof, waterproof, basically all the good proofs, and is almost indestructible.

Get instant alleviation from annoying bites with this mosquito bite relief device. This handy kid-friendly device requires no batteries and relies on small shocks to quickly target the bite and minimize inflammation without the use of any chemicals or needles.

The Odyssey 800 eight-person family tent will make you and the entire clan feel just like you’re at home. This ginormous tent comes with three separate sleeping areas in addition to a large common area where the entire family can hang out in.

Campers over 30, do you want to wake up and get moving instead of groaning on the floor of your tent for half an hour? Then you need an inflatable sleeping pad. You'll feel like you're napping on a cloud and it takes up barely any space or weight in your backpack.

This SUV camping window tent will transform your ride into your rolling home-away-from-home fort the night. It features a universal fit and conveniently installs by stretching around the door’s perimeter without the use of any tools.

Give your day out on the water the perfect soundtrack by playing your favorite tunes using this waterproof Bluetooth speaker. This compact speaker provides up to 6 hours of playtime and comes with a built-in mic for easy hands-free talking.

It's a rule of hiking that you should expect the unexpected. If everything has gone FUBAR and you need to shelter in place, stay safe and warm in this Emergency Thermal Bivvy Sleeping Bag. The lightweight sack is bright orange so rescuers can easily spot you and the cord on the carry case is attached to a high-pitched whistle

There comes a time in every camper's life when they feel like they may have plateaued or reached their peak (puns obviously intended). That's when it's time to reach for Where Should We Camp Next? The book is filled with excellent ideas for trips in all 50 states and lists all sorts of can't-miss activities to do there.

You'll swear this bag is magical. Is it a backpack? Absolutely. Packed with pockets and a massive compartment that can hold anything and everything you need for a day trip. When you don't need it, it collapses into a pocket-sized pouch you can tuck in your bag.

When your adventure takes you to a place that's a little more rugged, you're gonna wanna have the LifeStraw in your bag. The filter uses UV light to remove 99.99% of harmful bacteria from water and makes almost any source of water potable.