The 35 Best Camping Gear and Essentials for Spring Adventures

The whimsical 12-person tent from Ozark Trail is perfect for family camping trips. It can fit two queen-sized mattresses with plenty of room to spare.

This 21-piece nesting cookware is made of tough stainless steel. The set comes with everything you need at base camp such as a 5L pot with a vented lid, a 7" frying pan, cutting board, spatula, serving spoon, 4 plates, 4 bowls, 4 sporks and more.

This sleeping bag from REI has an extra-large hood so you can bring your favorite pillow from home, and it also folds down when not in use.

This fire pit is perfect for roasting s'mores and other foods while camping. You can easily ignite flames with its 360° Signature Airflow, whether you're a first-timer or a pro, and once you're done, the clean-up is easy. 

This ultralight and durable personal water filter is perfect to bring with you on your next camping trip. It protects against 99.999999% of bacteria, parasites, microplastics, silt, sand, and cloudiness. 

Whether you need a camping lantern or you're looking to add a lantern to your disaster emergency kit, you can't go wrong with this rechargeable LED lantern. With an average rating of 4.8 stars out of 5, it's a great value with a price of $25. 

This inflatable 2-person kayak is convenient for a lake or lazy river.

The lightweight, shockproof, and durable design makes it a great first aid kit for travel. The kit includes a multi-function saber card, whistle, scissors, tweezers, and first aid blankets in case medical care is far away.

This insulated backpack makes carrying drinks from your car to your campsite a breeze. It can keep up to 54 cans cold for 24 hours.

With temperatures rising, stay cool with this AMACOOL Portable Camping Fan. 

A camping trip wouldn't be complete without s'mores. As you roast hot dogs, brats, or marshmallows, these five telescoping stainless-steel sticks keep your hands safely away from an open campfire.

This lightweight dome tent is ideal for camping, hiking, beach days, and even playing in the backyard with your little ones.

This UCO Stormproof Match Kit comes with waterproof case, 25 matches and three strikers. They're not just good for camping -- having them on hand in emergency situations like tornados and hurricanes can be a lifesaver. 

This camping chair has a built-in 4 can cooler so once you're done with one drink, the other one is ready to go.

This portable, waterproof solar charger is compatible with all smartphones, tablets and other USB devices. It features a flashlight and compass in case you get caught in the dark. 

If you're ready for a night in the woods, the Coleman 6-Person Instant Cabin Tent is great for a family camping trip or a couple's weekend getaway in nature. The best part: It only take 60 seconds to set up.

These foldable bins can hold 2.25 gallons of water and are great for washing your camp dishes, clothes or can be used as an ice bucket for your drinks or storage container for your outdoor items. The usage possibilities are endless.

If your next camping adventure is a family affair, this PORTAL All Terrain Wagon makes transporting your camping gear a bit easier. 

These Columbia Men's Newton Ridge Plus II Waterproof Hiking Boots are a hiker's staple. 

Whether you're sleeping on a hammock or under a tent, this travel pillow will give you a great night's sleep. 

You don't want to get caught in the dark in the woods without a good headlamp. This lamp has almost 3,600 5-star reviews and there's no wonder: it's rechargeable, waterproof and super light-weight. 

This Coleman Brazos Cold Weather Sleeping Bag is the right gear for you. It will keep you warm in weather as low as 20 degrees Fahrenheit.

This Sierra II Ez Up takes only a minute to set up. This lightweight canopy weighs only 31 pounds and is made for easy transport from place to place, be it the beach, your backyard or a campsite.

You don't have to sleep on the ground if you're camping with this Coleman Trailhead II Cot.

Protect yourself from bug bites with a camping mosquito net. 

On any camping trip, Insect Repellent is a must have. This Repel 100 Insect Repellent is a necessity you might not remember to pack until it's too late.

The 50-ounce CamelBak HydroBak Hydration Pack is the quintessential apparatus that allows you to fight off dehydration and drink water on-the-go. You can wear this Camelbak alone for a run or underneath your backpack if you're out hiking. 

A good lantern is essential camping gear for outdoor enthusiasts. This Coleman LED Lantern runs on high for 85 hours and on low for 299 hours.

The Victorinox Swiss Army Multi-Tool, Fieldmaster Pocket Knife is the classic choice in a pocket knife for any outdoor adventure. 

This wine tumbler is like no other — especially when it comes to camping. The shape is elegant and keeps your beverage at the right temperature — whether it's chilled wine, hot coffee or cold water. It's also light-weight if you're concerned about over-packing. 

This super-lightweight Garmin eTrex 10 Worldwide Handheld GPS Navigator is perfect for hikers and geocaching enthusiasts alike. 

If you like to camp in comfort, this highly rated air mattress is almost like sleeping in your own bed. 

The ENO Eagles Nest Outfitters DoubleNest Lightweight Camping Hammock is a two-person hammock weighing only 19 ounces. It is built for portability with trustworthy material and is a hammock for two.

If you're into minimalist travel and you need a simple travel bag, this Oakley Enduro Backpack is great for all your trips, even to the park. 

With this blanket, you can curl up by the fire and enjoy the warmth. In addition to being water-repellent, machine-washable, and portable, it's also made with synthetic insulation and recycled materials.