Car camping checklist, with today's prices
The gear for a weekend of car camping, with today's price for a well-reviewed pick of each.
Prices checked October 11, 2026 at major US stores.
- $125.97
- Sleeping bags ×2Scout Rectangular Sleeping Bag at target.com · 4.6★ (11) · buy 2$113.98
- Sleeping pads ×2Sleeping Pad With Pillow For Camping at bestbuy.com · buy 2$57.98
- Camp stovePropane Camping Stove at target.com$89.99
- LanternCamping LED Lantern at bestbuy.com · 4.9★ (37)$33.89
- Camp chairs ×2Big and Tall Quad Camping Chair at rei.com · 4.9★ (133) · buy 2$140.00
- CoolerNinja Frostvault Hard Cooler at homedepot.com · 4.7★ (727)$249.99
Total for these picks: $811.80
Before you buy
- Set up the tent once at home before the trip.
- A sleeping pad matters as much as the sleeping bag for staying warm.
- Check whether your campsite allows fires before planning meals around one.
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