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Best Camping Mattresses of 2025
The Exped MegaMat Duo camping mattress in the REI Half Dome 4 Plus tent

Best Camping Mattresses of 2025

If you’re looking for ultimate comfort and relaxation under the stars, dive into dreamland with our favorite plush, oversized camping mattresses.
Best Camping Stoves of 2025
Blue camp stove at forested camp site making rice, burritos, and breakfast.

Best Camping Stoves of 2025

Be the envy of all campground cooks with one of our top camping stove recommendations. Each of these options has been tested based on power, portability, efficiency, and more.
Best Camping Tents of 2025
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Best Camping Tents of 2025

We’ve thoroughly evaluated the best camping tents on the market to find the most user-friendly shelters for any weather conditions, group size, or budget.
Best Camping Chairs of 2025
A puppy sitting next to the Kelty Low Loveseat and the Rovr Rollr 60 Cooler in a forested setting

Best Camping Chairs of 2025

S’mores just taste better when enjoyed from a cozy and comfortable camp chair. Check out our campfire-approved picks…
Best Camping Tables of 2025
The GCI Outdoors Master Cook Station set up in a lakeside campsite with the Camp Chef Everest 2x stove, a cookset, a YETI Tundra Cooler, lantern, etc.

Best Camping Tables of 2025

From sunrise coffee to sunset dinners, we set the table with this budget-friendly guide. So dine under the stars with a durable, compact, and lightweight camping table…
Best Camping & Backpacking Coffee Makers of 2025
Closeup of the GSI Outdoors Ultralight Java Drip brewing coffee into an ultralight backpacking cup on a volcanic rock

Best Camping & Backpacking Coffee Makers of 2025

Spending time in the woods doesn’t mean you have to ditch your daily brew. We’ve tested the top coffee makers so you can embrace your morning coffee ritual wherever you are.

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Osprey Transporter 65L Duffel Review
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Osprey Transporter 65L Duffel Review

Last Updated: August 12, 2025
Combine comfy carry with a capacious main compartment, compression straps, and pretty decent weather resistance and you’ve got yourself a solid duffel option for all your adventures.
Thule Chasm 40L Duffel Bag Review
A man carries the Thule Chasm 40L duffel bag by the grab handles. The bag hangs next to his legs.

Thule Chasm 40L Duffel Bag Review

Published: August 12, 2025
Comfortable to carry, sleek, durable, and easy to use, whether you’re camping or jet-setting, this duffel bag is a solid option for any adventure.
Best Backpacking Water Filters of 2025
Closeup of the Sawyer Squeeze water filter in front of an alpine lake

Best Backpacking Water Filters of 2025

Last Updated: August 9, 2025
We’ve filtered out the nonsense to bring you our purest recommendations of the best water filters around.
Best Duffel Bags of 2025
The Nemo Double Haul duffel packed with camping gear in gear hauler mode sitting on the ground in front of a bike rack.

Best Duffel Bags of 2025

Last Updated: August 8, 2025
Pack away your worries with our guide to the best duffel bags for any adventure. Find your favorite new carryall based on size, weight and weatherproofing – at prices that won’t weigh you down.
Matador Freefly Packable Duffel Review
A man carries the Matador Freefly Packable Duffel at his side using the top duffel handles. The shoulder strap dangles underneath.

Matador Freefly Packable Duffel Review

Published: August 8, 2025
This packable duffle is the perfect option for those who need a lightweight bag for everything from campground snacks to dirty boots.
10 Best Camping Blankets of 2025
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10 Best Camping Blankets of 2025

Last Updated: August 7, 2025
Let your next epic adventure unfold with our recommended collection of camping blankets. These tried-and-true essentials are built to withstand the elements and keep you cozy outdoors.
Best Backpacking Sleeping Bags of 2025
A backpacker sitting on a rock in the REI Magma 30 sleeping bag at sunset

Best Backpacking Sleeping Bags of 2025

Last Updated: August 7, 2025
From summer summits to winter wanderings, our trail-tested list of the best backpacking sleeping bags will keep you warm and cozy in…
Marmot Trestles Elite Eco 20 Backpacking Sleeping Bag Review
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Marmot Trestles Elite Eco 20 Backpacking Sleeping Bag Review

Last Updated: August 7, 2025
This bag is lighter than many other synthetic options, packs down decently small, and offers top-of-the-line features – all at a minimal price tag.
Kelty Biggie Camping Blanket Review
A woman lays in a hammock covered by a blanket. The hammock is hung off a wave-washed log with the ocean in the background

Kelty Biggie Camping Blanket Review

Published: August 7, 2025
We adore this blanket! It is everything you want in a car camping blanket: big, comfy and warm.
Glorsign Outdoor Puffy Camping Blanket Review
A man stands on a rock overlooking the ocean, wrapped in a puffy blanket.

Glorsign Outdoor Puffy Camping Blanket Review

Published: August 7, 2025
Suspiciously cheap, this outdoor blanket begged our attention. We tested this outdoor puffy quilt, and yep, it gets the job done at a wildly low price.
Mountain Hardware Bishop Pass 15 Sleeping Bag Review
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Mountain Hardware Bishop Pass 15 Sleeping Bag Review

Published: August 7, 2025
This down mummy bag offers a balance of comfort and affordability, making it one of our favorite budget buys for backpacking sleeping bags.
Kammok Firebelly 30F Camping Blanket Review
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Kammok Firebelly 30F Camping Blanket Review

Published: August 6, 2025
This is the warmest and most feature-filled option in our camping blankets lineup. It can be used as a blanket, hammock underquilt, minimalist sleeping bag and poncho.
Katabatic Flex 22 Backpacking Quilt Review
Hiker drinking coffee while in the Katabatic Flex 22 Quilt

Katabatic Flex 22 Backpacking Quilt Review

Published: August 4, 2025
Versatile, lightweight, warm, comfortable, and made in the USA, this quilt is a solid choice for three-season backpacking.
Hammock Gear Burrow 20 Backpacking Quilt Review
Hammock Gear Burrow 20 Quilt wrapped around someone drinking coffee in camp

Hammock Gear Burrow 20 Backpacking Quilt Review

Published: August 3, 2025
Durable, warm for its weight, and budget friendly this quilt also offers basic customization options making it a solid choice for a wide range of backpackers.
UGQ Bandit 20 Backpacking Quilt Review

UGQ Bandit 20 Backpacking Quilt Review

Published: August 2, 2025
Highly customizable, extra fluffy and lightweight, this backpacking quilt offers the comfort you’ll be looking forward to at the end of a long day on trail.
Hyperlite Mountain Gear 20-Degree Backpacking Quilt Review
Hiker drinking coffee in the Hyperlite Mountain Gear 20 in camp on the Appalachian Trail

Hyperlite Mountain Gear 20-Degree Backpacking Quilt Review

Published: August 1, 2025
Ultralight fabrics, 1000 fill power down, and slim construction make this quilt one of our top performers with an excellent warmth to weight ratio.
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