10 Products to Make Camping Easier

Once upon a time, roughing it in the great outdoors meant just that, roughing it. A tent, sleeping bag and a pan to cook with over the fire was all you really needed to go camping. And while keeping it simple is still a good idea when packing for your next camping trip, it doesn’t hurt to bring along some of these modern gadgets to make the trip more convenient and enjoyable.

Sea to Summit Pocket Shower 

One of the most off-putting concepts about camping is lack of bathing options. Problem solved with the Pocket Shower, which provides an eight-minute shower wherever you are (includes 20-foot cord for hanging and adjustable water flow). The waterproof fabric attracts heat, which creates warm water. $25

Selk’bag Original Sleeping Bag

Bring the warmth and coziness of your sleeping bag outside of the tent, and anywhere you please, in a sleeping bag suit! The Selk’bag is perfect for a variety of adventures. It’s used by outdoor enthusiasts the world over for camping in a tent, under the stars, at the lake, at the beach or even in the cabin. $99

BioLite BaseCamp

With the Biolite Basecamp, you can cook your food and simultaneously charge your devices, all while being eco-friendly.  Using only fallen branches or small pieces of firewood, it’s a smart alternative to fossil-fueled stoves, creating an elevated cooking fire that burns smarter than any campfire you’re used to. $299.95

Victorinox Swiss Champ Knife

A toolbox for your pocket, the 3.5-inch SwissChamp packs an impressive 33 implements, but is still compact enough to fit in your pocket or purse and can be used anywhere from the great outdoors to anywhere in the home. $102

Sea to Summit Kitchen Sink

The Kitchen Sink from Sea to Summit is great for collection and carrying of water for purification, cooking, washing dishes or personal bathing. Available in three sizes, five, 10 or 20 Liters.  $19.95-$29.95

Nightlighter Flashlight

Play it safe with the Nightlighter Flashlight, which lights the way and the path at your feet using four ultra-bright LEDs. $19.95

Bugaboo Camper Cookset

The compact design of the Bugaboo Camper is fully equipped for the gourmet needs of campers, and is reconfigurable for everything from two-person backpacking to four-person car camping. Rugged stuff sack holds set and doubles as a sink or wash basin. $99.95

Creek Company Hanging Camp Cupboard

Keep food off the ground and away from animals, with the Creek Company Hanging Camp Cupboard. Extends to 30 inches, yet collapses to less than 2 inches high for easy packing. Lightweight, water-resistant 400-denier nylon shell features three 22 inches by 10 inches shelves for food, camp equipment or other gear. Six divided outer pockets provide quick access to utensils or other necessities. $69.99

Heimplanet Inflatable Tent

If you’re tired of messing around with poles, the three sizes of inflatable tents by Heimplanet are the perfect timesaving solution. Just unpack and inflate. Starting at $580

Solar Fire Starter

Need to start a fire? Just add sun. Point the Solar Fire Starter at the sun and it lights in seconds; no fuel required. $14.95