Portable Camping Gear Top 10 List


When you're traveling in your trailer, camper, or 5th wheel you don’t have a whole lot of room to spare. Everything you bring with you has to double up as both functional and compact. But having the right camping supplies can also make a big difference in the overall experience and quality of your travels. So, we decided to find the 10 best portable camping gear toys to take with you on your trip!



  • Inflatable kayak. Available from various sellers and brands but this one by Intex on Amazon can hold up to 400lbs and is made for exploring smaller bodies of water like lakes and rivers. Lean more.


  • Jungle hammock. Lightweight portable hammock for campers. You can even purchase some with mosquito netting.  Learn more.


  • Solo stove portable campfire. Portable and lightweight and minimizes campfire smoke and has a lifetime warrantee. It is wood burning and recommended for small groups of up to 4 people. Learn more.


  • Portable waterproof speaker. Allows up to 6 hours of playing music. Built in speakerphone and strap that hooks up to anything. Learn more.


  • AeroPress Go. A portable camp friendly French press. Everything needed for French press coffee or expresso on the go. Learn more.


  • UCO 6 piece mess kit. The 6-piece kit includes a bowl, plate, collapsible mug, fork, and spoon/knife combo, all tethered together with an elastic band. It is also dishwasher safe, microwave friendly, and BPA free. Learn more.


  • Pop up utility container. You can use it as a collapsible trash/recycling bin or as a laundry hamper. This one by camco features a fun RV design.


  • Camco portable outdoor folding side table for those nights when you want to eat outdoors or have extra table space for a laptop, boardgame, or puzzle. It's also weatherproof and rust resistant. Learn more.


  • Folding camping chair with lumbar support. Foldable chair with storage bag, but don’t forget about that built in lumbar support! Learn more.


  • Charcoal vista shade with zippable awning  for expanding your living space outside. It can quickly be zipped up and disconnected in case of a storm. Learn more.

Whether your embracing minimalism or enjoy the life of luxury on the road there’s something for everyone on this list. If you’re new to camping and want to learn more checkout our blog post about camping etiquette here. We also have a camping in the USA guide. Join us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Pinterest for more RV inspiration. Happy Camping!