Everything you need to make your campsite feel like home
Let’s get one thing straight: Camping doesn’t have to be uncomfortable. You may be convinced that sleeping in the woods means roughing it, but that’s simply no longer true. There are actually tons of items you can buy to make your camping experience feel a lot more homey, comfy and cozy.
Roomy tents, supportive air mattresses, a warm area rug and more will make your weekend in nature feel so much better. You can have all the good parts of camping without the sore back, uncomfortable seating and dirty tent floor. Here are all the best camping accessories to level up your camping game and make your time spent outdoors a lot better.
Items to make your campsite more cozy
Grab an air mattress
Avoid feeling sore after a night of sleeping in a tent by giving yourself a supportive place to lay your head. A quality air mattress can make sleeping under the stars feel (almost) like sleeping in your own bed.
This air mattress is 18 inches thick, meaning you have plenty of comfortable support and a lot of distance from the ground, which should help you stay warmer through a cold night. This durable mattress has a built-in pump, making setup super easy.
Buy a bigger tent
Just because you’re camping doesn’t mean you have to be crammed in like sardines. There’s no rule that says you can’t buy a huge tent even if your camping crew is just a few people. Use the extra space for whatever you like, whether it’s more room to spread out while sleeping or a spot to set up a table and chairs for meals and card games.
This eight-person tent can fit three queen-size air mattresses. It sets up in just 15 minutes, giving you more time to enjoy the great outdoors instead of hours setting up your campsite.
Bring a comfy rug
A rug can keep your space cleaner and bring a little added warmth. It can also give you more space to hang out without sitting on the cold, hard ground. Pick a rug specifically for the outdoors so it repels dirt and water more easily.
Reversible Mats Outdoor Camping Rug
This rug is fast-drying, easy to clean and folds easily for storage in its included carrying bag. It’s coated with UV protection against sun damage and can be sprayed clean with just water.
Set up a table
Having a place to sit other than the ground or your sleeping space brings a whole other vibe to your camping trip. Eat meals, play games or just have an extra spot to put things instead of leaving them on the ground.
This foldable camping table comes in two different sizes and four colors. The top is aluminum, and the metal frame is durable, so it’s the perfect table to bring for a weekend outdoors. Set it up inside the tent or put it near the fire so everyone has a place to set their drinks and food.
Bring comfortable seating
Make your campsite feel just like home by giving yourself some decent places to sit. Foldable camping chairs come with so many features now, you would swear it’s your living room recliner. Pick up a few so you can spend time by the fire without straining your back.
Picnic TIME Reclining Camp Chair
This large camping chair reclines, folds up and boasts a padded polyester seat and armrests, an insulated drink holder and a zippered pocket. It’s lightweight and comes in four colors.
Use a camping stove
Not everyone knows how to cook over an open fire, and sometimes, you just don’t have enough time. A camping stove can help deliver hot meals quickly so you can focus more on relaxing, hiking, swimming and having fun on your camping trip.
Coleman Triton+ 2-Burner Propane Camping Stove
This portable camping stove has built-in handles and a heavy-duty latch to keep it closed when not in use. It has push-button ignition, making cooking at your campsite very simple. It features two burners, so you can cook multiple dishes at once, while the windshields on each side protect the flame from going out.
Keep bugs away
Nothing ruins a camping trip faster than swarms of bugs. Instead of spending days feeling sticky from bug spray, try a bug zapper to ward off insects and prevent a bunch of itchy bites.
Kiies Solar Bug Zapper with Reading Lamp
Keep away flying insects at your campsite with this bug zapper that can work on solar power or USB charging. It’s durable and waterproof, eliminating bugs using UV light. It also features a foldable side lamp, allowing you to illuminate your area a bit in addition to zapping annoying bugs.
Light up your campsite
Speaking of lights, adding a string of cute bulbs brings aesthetic appeal and serves the practical function of lighting your way so you don’t stumble on a root in the dark. Hang them around your campsite or string them up inside your tent for a warm and cozy vibe.
Brightech Ambience Pro USB-Powered String Lights
These waterproof and shatterproof LED lights are perfect for outdoor use. They are USB-powered, so they won’t require an outlet. One strand is 24 feet long.
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