The 11 best camping essentials on sale this 4th of July weekend
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Itching for a trek through the woods and a snooze under the stars? If you love the Great Outdoors and you love a great deal, these camping essentials should be at the very top of your shopping list. For July 4th weekend, retailers like Backcountry, Dick’s Sporting Goods, and Amazon have slashed prices on tents, propane grills, hammocks, outdoor cooking gear, and more.
Here are our top 10 favorites for foolproof camping trip.
Osprey Packs Porter 46L Backpack
A slew of camping essentials are on sale at Backcountry, but we’re making a beeline for this ample backpack. Osprey backpacks are beloved by outdoor adventurers thanks in large part to their ergonomic design, which distributes the weight in way that eases the burden on your back. This one’s 40 percent off.
Shop it: Osprey Packs Porter 46L Backpack, $112 (was $140), backcountry.com
Coleman RoadTrip X-Cursion Propane Grill
A great camping stove should be portable and durable enough to stand up to extreme conditions—you’re cooking outdoors, after all. This one gets the job done using 20,000 BTUs of propane-fueled cooking power. State-of-the-art features include equal heat distribution, flare-up reduction, and push-button, matchless lighting. Save $20 today.
Shop it: Coleman RoadTrip X-Cursion Propane Grill, $170 (was $190), dickssportinggoods.com
Wsky Rechargeable Camping Lantern Flashlight
Need something light the way on dark nights when the stars (and your smartphone) aren’t enough? This water-resistant lantern flashlight is 50 percent off on Amazon right now. It has six light modes including a strobe light in the event of an emergency.
Shop it: Wsky Rechargeable Camping Lantern Flashlight, $25 (was $50), amazon.com
L.L.Bean Stainless-Steel Percolator, 14 Cup
Yes, you can actually have great coffee while camping—and no, not by driving to a coffee shop. This stainless steel percolator brews 14 cups of joe that you will actually relish. Take it from one shopper, who proclaimed, “Everyone at our solar eclipse camping trip (in central Oregon) agreed that the coffee was excellent.” Get 10 percent off by using code SUMMER10 at checkout.
Shop it: L.L.Bean Stainless-Steel Percolator, 14 Cup, $63 (was $70), llbean.com
The North Face Eco Trail Bed Double Sleeping Bag
Top-quality sleeping bags can be pricey, but this warm, lightweight, two-person version is well-made and affordable—plus, it’s 30 percent off right now. Thanks to its recycled construction, you’re not only staying cozy but you’re also respecting the planet by getting your zzzs in this sleep sack.
Shop it: The North Face Eco Trail Bed Double Sleeping Bag, $126 (was $199), backcountry.com
LifeStraw Personal Water Filter
Have you gotten your hands on this genius emergency-preparedness gadget yet? Today’s the day—it’s 12 percent off. This small, handheld filter removes almost 100 percent of parasites and bacteria from up to 1,000 galllons of contaminated water up to without using iodine, chlorine, or other toxic chemicals. It has no moving parts and doesn’t even require batteries. LifeStraw has garnered awards and a devoted fan base among outdoor enthusiasts.
Shop it: LifeStraw Personal Water Filter, $17.47 (was $19.95), amazon.com
Coleman River Gorge Fast Pitch 4 Person Tent
Need a new hiking tent? This one’s $20 off right now and fits up to four people. It’s well-equipped for changing weather conditions with its water-resistant floor, wind-resistant (up to 35 mph) frame, storm flap, and and leak-proof seams.
Shop it: Coleman River Gorge Fast Pitch 4 Person Tent, $80 (was $100), dickssportinggoods.com
Heekame Double Camping Hammock
Secure this nylon parachute-style hammock to some trees and take a load off after a long hike—it supports up to 500 pounds. It folds up neatly to fit in your backpack when it’s time to break camp. Right now it’s 24 percent off.
Shop it: Heekame Double Camping Hammock, $28 (was 37), amazon.com
Hydro Flask 10oz Wine Tumbler
You may have a reusable water bottle that you love, but do you have a wine flask? If this isn’t a camping must, we don’t know what is. Score 25 percent off this insulated tumbler that keeps 10 ounces of wine chilled and looks great doing it.
Shop it: Hydro Flask 10oz Wine Tumbler, $22.50 (was $30), backcountry.com
Black Diamond Alpine Carbon Cork Trekking Poles
A comfortable, supportive pair of trekking poles are a total game-changer when hiking or camping. This pair has carbon construction and a comfortable cork grip, so you can feel secure even on the rockiest terrain. These are 25 percent off right now.
Shop it: Black Diamond Alpine Carbon Cork Trekking Poles, $135 (was $180), backcountry.com
Lodge 15” Cast Iron Skillet
A cast iron skillet by Lodge is always a great idea, but for camping it’s almost essential. Today you can save $25 on a 15-inch version. You may not love lugging it to your campsite, but wow, will you love cooking with it!
Shop it: Lodge 15” Cast Iron Skillet, $50 (was $75), dickssportinggoods.com
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