Basic Car Camping Gear: What to Bring Camping (my camping essentials)

Welcome to my campsite! In this video, I show you my essential car camping gear. This camp gear list is simple, and not overwhelming. If you've ever wondered what to bring camping, this video is a great place to start! Check below for even more car camping tips and resources...
► The Ultimate Car Camping Gear List (blog post): amandaoutside.com/blog/car-ca...
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My camp stove: amzn.to/3r9mhCf (this is the new one I'm currently using)
Cast Iron Pan: amzn.to/3RevBPQ (I use an antique pan, but this is great too!)
dutch oven: amzn.to/43kujFb
Yeti Cooler: bit.ly/3EIQTOT
Water Jug: amzn.to/3hCVt2f (20L)
My plates and bowls for camping: bit.ly/3qKCvON
My car camping tent: Big Agnes Copper Spur 3p
My sleeping pad (SO comfy!!): bit.ly/36hW0Hd (I have a size single MW)
A good camp pillow: amzn.to/3sVPMYR
My headlamp: bit.ly/33DxpaH
Camping chairs: bit.ly/3EqxmTc
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[@amanda.outside]

Thanks for watching! ⛺️ I wanted this list to be simple and hopefully not overwhelming, so you can spend less time packing, and more time camping! I hope it's helpful 😁

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[@charlesmachin3724]

I am 70 and have been camping (in caravans, tents and motor homes) for 50-odd years. I am still camping in tents and believe you can always learn new things. Your videos are very good. Here in Europe it is much more regulated and open fires are often forbidden because of the fire risk. It's gas barbecues. But the appeal of camping - waking up in the morning and smelling the grass, nature - hasn't worn off for me. Thank you.

[@yvonnep.5194]

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[@scottkleyla7752]

See you dew drop in again!scout about Indiana US

[@metsfanal]

Wow Europe is a mess

[@MrVerdedeparis]

Not everywhere in Europe.

[@meln5499]

Duct Tape!!! Camping Savior! When your zipper breaks on your tent, duct tape it shut or get eaten alive by bugs - true story. lol

[@inoutsoccer11]

Fun hack I learned is to turn on your headlamp and put it in your empty Nalgene bottle (mine’s blue). Turns it into a cool blue lantern for around the picnic table or in the tent.

[@mysterylovescompany2657]

Also strapping it around one of those huge gallon ex-milk bottles full of water that you had anyway, facing inward. It makes for a beautiful, diffused glow.

[@ruk7657]

yesss, it's a classic diy trick. you fill a bottle with water (transparent plastic or glass) and you put any bright light under it to shine inside, and the bottle lights up in a medium glow. very atmospheric or useful depending on the situation

[@TheBonneyBunch]

Planning our first car camping trip with our 4 year old and 17 month old! My 4 year old is SO excited and loves watching your videos with me.

[@amanda.outside]

That is awesome! I hope you have a great trip!

[@foggybottomz]

I would add a tarp for underneath the tent and a liner for the sleeping bag to keep it clean.

[@devinbraun1852]

Another great video. Thank you the effort you put into these! My 2 cents: when car camping, default to comfort (within reason). Always use a tent 1-2 persons more than on your group; go for a sleep pad at least 3” thick, and if you really want to sleep well, absolutely bring a full size pillow from home (you’ll want it in the car when it’s someone else’s turn to drive)! Save the light weight, cramped and less comfy gear for backpacking. Of course you can use BP gear to car camp, but it is not nearly as comfortable and convenient. If you do both enough, you will eventually find yourself with dedicated car and backpack gear kits with only limited gear overlap (for me, headlamp and sleeping bags are about all). Happy trails everyone!

[@meisjeViv]

Although I agree with you, I personally live in a very small place and I also have a car with a tiny booth, so I basically only have backpacking gear 🙃 all my camping stuff fits in a suitcase and my car just about fits two people and their backpacks 😅 the biggest difference is in the weight, I pack some small but heavy things in the car but not when hiking

[@bryannab2703]

You are so concise and informational. Watching this before I tackle my packing list helps me so I watch this video at least once before every camping trip.

[@rockclimbinghacks9222]

I've often had trouble making a fire while car camping, having wet logs and no way to split them. I've added to my kit a full tang knife for batoning (and slicing food), and firestarters. Also, I've found a bow saw to be essential for harvesting deadfall, and I bring my beach chairs to sit upon.

[@BackcountryExposure]

I’m always switching up my car camping setup. Cool to see other ideas.

[@branwithoutclaws]

What else are you thinking?

[@yvonnep.5194]

@@branwithoutclaws lol

[@moxiex2300]

Great informative Video. I went camping with a friend for the first time and I loved it. Going to get a tent, basic gear and going out on my own. Cant wait!

[@lazyhomecook6349]

my father in law is an expert and avid camper. my wife takes after her father, so we are slowly buying the camping essentials we need.

[@CHOCOVIXEN85]

Thanks for this. Very concise and easy to follow. Thanks for listing also the items and links. Going camping for the first time next month !!

[@malcolmx2461]

Love the spaz-out, twirly-girly comedy cuts. Brilliant!

[@Sarahk1213]

Recently stumbled upon your page and love it! I mainly do car camping trips and have enjoyed watching your videos and getting new ideas. Very personable and down to earth with easily digestible content. Happy trails! 😊

[@amanda.outside]

Welcome to the channel! I'm glad you're enjoying the videos. Thank you so much for commenting! 😁

[@ronaldrose7593]

Hello 👋 Amanda, thank you for sharing this most informative video. You did a great job. Stay safe out there. 😊

[@blahmehmeh]

Just stumbled on your videos - they're great! Quick, useful, and fun :)

[@jeremymatthews8806]

Loved the light part with the dancing and when you couldn't find the setting, I laughed too loud at my desk, everyone thought I was nuts. Helpful video !

[@brandonbecca6932]

Love this! I love back packing but car camping is nice to bring some luxuries camping. Can’t beat bacon and eggs over a fire in the morning or s’mores!

[@amanda.outside]

I totally agree! I love getting to cook delicious meals outdoors.

[@SeanandSamsAdventures]

love this! its so fun to see what other people bring.

[@TKD0610]

Wonderful and timely video. Planning our first camping trip as we speak.

[@amanda.outside]

Oh perfect! I hope you have an awesome first trip!

[@marionunez7637]

Thank you so much Amanda! I have learn so much from you, keep it coming.

[@amanda.outside]

Thank you! Will do!

[@9mmbooks]

Great video production, editing, sound and most important informative and valuable content. I'm learning so much thank you.

[@smileytan]

OMYGOSH LOVE THIS & YOUR CHANNEL! THANK YOU SO MUCH!

[@holy2dalord498]

Thanks! Very helpful and simplified!

[@calpal9983]

Thanks for the info! Love your videos!

[@toasamoa8180]

Going camping and this guide is so helpful. The editing skills cracked me up. Awesome vid

[@monicaherley670]

Love how simple and easy to watch this was :)

[@bettyjorodgers8552]

Fun and very helpful information. Thank you so much.

[@ronaldrose7593]

Hello Amanda, thank you for sharing your fine video on camping essentials. You did a fine job in presenting the information. The very best to you and Nick. Stay healthy. 🤗

[@amanda.outside]

Thank you Ronald!

[@Wondering_Fireball]

Loved the Vlog!

[@magicallydevious]

I love gear videos so much 😭😭🤩

[@rerolley]

After car camping for many years, we have added a screen tent that is big enough to go over a picnic table to our gear. Helps to keep the bugs away as well as when cooking in rain.

[@kitty4536]

May I ask which screen tent did you get?

[@rerolley]

@@kitty4536 It was a Gander Mountain Vista.

[@billyluong6633]

Great video! Super helpful.

[@jhoonhp8923]

Great sleep system is so important. A good nights sleep after a long hike and meal cooked outdoors.

[@todesengel4867]

7:14 - 7:44 LOL. I love this part so much.

[@thelovertunisia]

Nice channel Amanda and the way you present things, simple and easy not too complicated. Can you talk about lights? Lanterns.

[@TheWestmt]

I love your videos! I recently started camping more this year. I was wondering if you could do a camping toiletries video!

[@ritzafrancois4863]

Would love to see that!

[@ELECTRONICSANDGADGETS]

Love your videos. Thank you!!!! Now it’s convincing the other half to go camping ha.

[@barbshubert9667]

I love my BioLite lights. A must for me camping.

[@campfirewomen1585]

Cute tent I love it!

[@gottorox]

Such a good video!! We are going on a cramping trip in two weeks and this makes me even more excited! Also we have the Exped Megamats too and they really are worth every penny!!

[@amanda.outside]

They are seriously the best!! Have a great camping trip!

[@allansisson355]

Loved this That light hahah

[@hereismyusername007]

Great video, thank you.

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You are the best KZbinr ever! Also love that you are a woman because you’re straight to the point and know what you need 😂❤

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Just found your channel, love it 😊😊😊❤

[@joeparham2889]

I love to cook when camping. Thought about a dutch oven but we don’t bring charcoal and they are heavy. Informative video and looking forward to the next one!!

[@amanda.outside]

Thanks for watching! Glad you enjoyed this one!

[@twocampinggurus5555]

Great video, Lots of valuable info.

[@albertob866]

I really enjoy your humor! :D

[@macklersick]

Diggin' the Vivobarefoot Trackers, I got my 1st pair last year and they are the best footwear I've ever worn.

[@HollyHargreaves]

Love your videos❤️

[@maryblakley3590]

Over the past 5 years we have gradually been upgrading our car camping gear. We are usually 2 adults, 2 kids in a Subaru impreza (often with an extra adult), so we don't have a ton of space for bulky items. We aim for our camping gear to hit the sweet spot of somewhere between car camping and backpacking equipment: more compact that most car camping gear, but sturdier than most backpacking gear. The exception to this rule is our tent: we have a Eureka Chic-Choc 5 and it is perfect for our family. Definitely get a tent with a full fly, vestibule, and space for one more person than the number of folks in your group!

[@ColtsNation317]

Hi. That's exactly the goal I have-to find a sweet spot between car camping and backpacking gear.... Any advice/suggestions on specific items that you've had good results with towards the balance?

[@anAngeal]

This has a lot of good info. I’m camping at a campground in a local state park next month and will have an electrical set up, so I’ll be eating using my itakipot- but that won’t work if I start going camping with more people.

[@henrybarrientos3373]

Great videos new to the channel... Love it you guys be safe.👍

[@HeyItsCharlie]

My boyfriend And I are going camping, I've been going camping all my life for almost all summer, every summer. And I mean camping, not camp sites, we'd go deep into the woods for months where no one could bother us, so fun!! It's going to be my boyfriend's first time camping. I bought the 2 of us a 6 person tent. I've never, EVER been in a tent the size you're in. For 6 of us my family got a tent that would have fit 3-4 queen mattresses 😳 Didn't know tents were even made this small until buying one for myself this year! Anyways, I'm excited to show off my camping skills, since he's a city boy and I grew up on a farm and camping all my life 😂😏

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Thanks dor the video!

[@Tetonsportsoutdoors]

Wow this is awesome!!

[@TexasFamilyCamping]

great breakdown video. Nice tip on the duct tape.

[@heavymetalzombie4754]

Cool party light 🤪

[@mikepressley3956]

Keep the awesome videos coming sista!

[@amanda.outside]

Plenty more camping videos coming soon! Thanks for watching!

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[@hellobritt2484]

Yes about making sure the air mattress fits. We drove 5 hours from home for our first camping trip. Just me and my little girl. Got down there and the air mattress didn’t fit in our tent . 😂 just to say... we didn’t sleep very well lol

[@thonstark7504]

I should have watched this earlier..many things I learned from this.. I bought tent for 2 for me and wife.....now i feel i should have bought good for 3 for extra comfort. I bring pillows...so much comfortable. Your right.

[@lincolnlaverack4910]

this is so cool

[@kickstarter905]

great stuff

[@ojibwayinca8487]

I'm new to your site and to camping, so thank you. Do you ever bring a pop up canopy?

[@northofbleu9858]

What National Forest did you go to? It looks really beautiful!

[@christinatulk7391]

I'd love to see how you made those steak quesadillas! Love your videos; especially the ones where you cook with the dutch oven. What brand did you buy?

[@truthhurts2256]

Mummy bag also works as a birth control device while in those cozy tents

[@jerryprice5484]

May I suggest getting a fleece blanket that zips up like a sleeping bag. When it's warm or hot out they will keep you plenty warm. Used as a liner for your main sleeping bag it will roast you out. For lighting I like to use a propane lantern, throws plenty of light around your site. Also runs a single burner stove. Finally, I've been tent/car camping for over 50 years now and probably have enough equipment to outfit a whole company. There's a real art to bringing only what you'll need.

[@jenniferdowns9]

Party site over here!! Hahaha love it

[@johnson6802]

You can try the solar camping table if you have the opportunity

[@GrayMan7070]

My wife & I take a comfy Air Mattress. I have a tiny USB Rechargeable pump, perfect set up for Car Camping. For backpacking I use my Nemo Tensor Insulated Sleeping Pad :)

[@michele13XD]

I love your channel ❤️

[@charlotteboon7372]

Could you make a complete tour of your med kits and what is in which kit? I saw you have a few different ones and I would love tips for a good, complete guide to make one for camping/car camping/hiking! Love your channel and al the info you provide!

[@akivanomad2167]

I always look forward to your tips, tricks & how-to vids. Whether Car camping or Backpacking, you always demo your stuff really well. I've just bought the Stratos 24 based on your day hike vid. Good pack. 😀👍

[@amanda.outside]

That's awesome! It's a great pack, glad you like it. Thanks for watching!

[@TrilhanaSerraByAntonio]

Perfect location!

[@laurice8056]

Great ideas! I’ve only been Glamping a few times with my family and friends. And I’m still learning. So thanks for sharing your amazing tips! I especially love using headlamps too! But I would like to suggest that if you’re packing oral or IV meds (and makeup), they should be kept cool inside an insulated bag or cooler...separate from food if possible. Also if only 2 people are going to be in a larger tent or cube for more wiggle room and gear it can get a little cold even on Summer nights. So sleeping in a sleeping bag on an air mattress inside a smaller tent placed within the larger tent or cube will help keep you relatively warmer. This hack also comes in handy for when there is a long power outage at home. Of course spraying and sealing the outer tent will keep you dry. But just in case of an unexpected leak, sleeping inside of the little tent within your larger tent or cube will help keep you dry. This works best for car camping.😉👍

[@mysterylovescompany2657]

Matrioschka tents! That's so cute, I love it! 🤩

[@matt.coignard]

I'm alone in my living room watching this and literally went "yessssss" out loud when you said "Exped" just because they're so good and I love mine so much!!

[@mysterylovescompany2657]

Agree! My back is what we in Australia intellectually call "munted", but I still love camping, so I was looking at those! I actually wound up going with an Outwell Dreamboat 16, which is 1cm thicker than the biggest offerings from Exped, the Zempire Monstamat, the Sea To Summit Comfort Deluxe, etc. because, again, horribly maimed & every millimetre of comfort counts. Also, I just didn't have Exped money. I'm pretty sure those things cost more than my actual childhood bed did! I will admit the Expeds are absolutely lovely, though, & rolling around on them in-store was such a pleasure (Outwell is a European brand, so I ultimately had to buy my Dreamboat blind [best blind buy of my life; thank G_d, for what it cost]). I also have a (much narrower & shorter) Sea To Summit Comfort Deluxe for use on my teeny 16cm-high 65cm-wide 190cm-long cot I keep in my little 3-man storm tent. Forget the luxury of a 10+cm mat, for a minute - boxed sides are the future. I never realised just how much usable sleeping space is lost to the sloping sides of traditional mats until I tried a boxed one. Never again. 😉

[@darlenedavis8690]

My advice would be to make sure you have a VERY well-rounded first aid box and brush up on simple first aid before camping. Most kits have bandages, triple antibiotic cream, etc. 1 thing I can't recommend enough is burn cream. Fire often pops and hot embers can land in places you don't think of. Also if you're using a propane lantern - those get hot. This is first-hand experience talking. During 1 backpacking trip, I sat down on an unstable rock - this was years ago before lightweight chairs were big and when backpacking you don't want a lot of weight. I fell sideways and the bottom of my arm came in contact with the top of a propane lantern. Burn cream saved me. If I hadn't had the cream, we probably would have had to pack and leave that night or the next morning. Don't worry - I did follow up with my doctor when I got home. He said it was good that I had the burn cream.

[@DavidUrbinaFitness]

Very nice video & useful information thumbs up 👍🏼

[@amanda.outside]

Thank you so much 🙂

[@DavidUrbinaFitness]

@@amanda.outside no worries 🤙⛺

[@mysterylovescompany2657]

I'm claustrophobic, so the minimum size tent I need to not be stressed every moment I'm in it is a 6-man. But hey, allowing myself that little concession lets me get out there. And at the end of the day, isn't that what it's all about; getting out there? HYOH, as they say. Also, your tent is still super cute, FWIW. ;-)

[@koleparker8906]

I wanted to be able to stand up in my tent, so ended up getting an 8 man canopy tent

[@lindatorres7003]

Lantern moment was the reason I subscribed lol

[@nri363]

I had the feeling that I could live for weeks just with my festival camping stuff. For holydays we have just a little bit more. In south Europe you need some shadow and we have a hammock for everyone...

[@diersara]

Hey! Do you have a video breakdown of your med kit?

[@sunnymas2656]

My camping laterne is simple and universal. One pull, and it shines bright and wide with LED and clever reflectors inside. Also build in: A big LED torch. Also with a small fan, who protects me a bit, from flies and mosquitos. All running by accu cells inside. Who are rechargeable via intern solar cell or via USB.

[@karthikeyasankarmuthurajan7754]

Informative video...but if you camp long term , then how do you wash and dry ur cloths ?

[@nancycabrera7027]

Can you do a med kit video?

[@MeMe-cd1wy]

Exped Megamats are the very best for car camping. We own three single mats and a double.

[@peachysquirrely]

Any other suggestions for sleeping mats? I’m spoiled and sleep on a ultra plush foster and sterns

[@Wondering_Fireball]

Amanda, when I go car camping I use an 8 man tent with AC/Heat. A small refrigerator/Freezer. As for air mattress, I have a queen size inflatable mattress that I use 1200 count sheets and pillows. I use a Honda generator to power every thing up including the LED rope to light up the tent and camp site. I use a propane portable grill that has a grill and a flat top. The most important part of car camping is a camp fire for hotdogs and more important, S’mores.

[@charlesmachin3724]

Are you serious? I go camping to get away from it all. I would hate to camp next to you.

[@Wondering_Fireball]

LOL, I use that set up for car camping with my daughters. When I go back packing I carry a max of 30 lbs for 5 days. That’s when I’m getting away form it all

[@charlesmachin3724]

@@Wondering_Fireball Hi. Perhaps it's a cultural difference between the States and Europe, Portable generators are really frowned on here because of the noise, fumes and the general feeling they are being wasteful. And open fires are rarely allowed because of the fire risk. I suppose that's the great thing about camping - its variety. Each to his own. But even so I would still hate to be next to you......

[@Wondering_Fireball]

@@MichaelTheophilus906, no my daughters are. LMAO I prefer to back pack and leave the car at the trail head. LOL

[@michaelharris1455]

Hey Amanda, just a quick note; the temp rating of sleeping bags is the temp they'll keep you alive, not comfortable, so often times you maybe cold at a temp, you thought the bag would keep you comfy. Really sucks to be cold when trying to sleep.

[@dwalker6868]

Thank you

[@jenniferhayes1294]

Good info. Which multi-tool was that in the video?

[@amanda.outside]

I have a Leatherman Juice. I've had it for years, so I'm not sure if they still sell that model.

[@TheTrailDancer]

Love your vids! The BioLite section.. OMG girl, that was so funny! Still laughing. I have TOTALLY been there with lanterns! I think a camp chair is a necessity for Car Camping and people really shouldn't focus on weight, because the car is there. :) I have a challenge for you: Key Lime Pie while camping. I have my own recipe, but love to see what you can create! LOL

[@amanda.outside]

Key Lime Pie while camping... I love the challenge!! 🤗

[@amanda.outside]

Key Lime Pie while camping... I love the challenge!! 🤗

[@LemironStarling]

Ducktape! lol that should be on any list ;-)

[@nicholasrubianes5368]

Lol!!! Duck tape!

[@CL-yt8kc]

How do I power everything like charging my phone and torch etc? Also how to get water and wash my hair? Do camp site usually have these supplied already?

[@jlstudiopro2974]

Would those sleeping pads be comfortable enough for in a car? I'm gonna be building a platform in my car and seelping in my car as I road trip America.

[@latashaallston5368]

What brands are your sleeping bags?

[@bolt4694]

Be sure to bring a powerful boom box with a good selection of heavy metal and rap CDs. This will be a big hit with other campers in the area.