2024 Camping Gadgets
Pitching your tent under a canopy of stars, the crackling campfire warming your face, the smell of adventure in the air… Camping is a chance to reconnect with nature and create memories that last a lifetime. But let’s face it, even the most seasoned of outdoors folk can appreciate a little tech-powered magic to make their trip more comfortable, convenient, and, dare we say, epic.
That’s where 2024’s hottest camping gadgets come in! Forget the bulky lanterns and mosquito-ridden nights. This year, we’re talking solar-powered wonderlands, bug-zapping innovation, and gear that transforms your campsite into a luxurious oasis.
Everglow™ Light Tube
Looking for a way to quickly light up you’re outdoor area? This light tube from Klymit is waterproof and packs up to 270 lumens to fully illuminate you area.
The Everglow™ Light Tube is an inflatable light tube that provides both directional and lantern style lighting. This is rechargeable via USB and is powered by a 5 volt LED. The designers used chamber to help reduce harsh light by diffusing the LED light. This is ultra-portable and be packed down to fit in your pocket. Quickly attach this to your tent, awning, or car door via a hypalon carabiner loop.
CampStove 2+
CampStove 2+ from BioLite is the little stove pretty much has it all. It’s ultra portable (water bottle sized), wood fueled, and can use the heat to generate electricity power small devices like your smartphone. With the included LED FlexLight, you help light up your area too.
Their award winning, patented technology creates a vortex of smokeless flames using sticks, wood scraps, or even pellets. Now you can have stove for cooking, power source, and source of warmth all while leaving the gas canisters behind.
AeroPress Go
Light and durable way to bring your coffee or espresso on your next adventure. Produce high-quality pressed coffee with none of the grit for the AeroPress Go. Its compact design comes with a lid and mug that also serve as the case for the press. The added parts store nicely inside.
One of the best things about this is just how portable it really is. Overall, it’s just the size of a coffee mug but allows you to brew enough for you and some friends.
Your not limited to just hot options as you can also make cold brew. Set it on in the morning, start you adventure, and enjoy some coffee later on in the day.
SolarPanel 10+
Maintain power of the grid with the BioLite SolarPanel 10+. This solar panel can provide 10watts of power and help you store power throughout the day. With a great design you can place this just about anywhere and use the 360 degree stand to adjust for the best lighting.
A panel of this size can only provide so much, but all your smaller electronic devices like smart phone, radios, and lighting will stay charged.
Most impressive are the charge times. You can have you smartphone charged in 1-2 hours. It comes with a smaller 3,200mAh battery on-board that charges in 1.5 hours, but you can bring a larger one to charge throughout the day. It comes corner latches for easy attachment.
One major downside it the super outdated micro USB charge in. It’s past time to get everything one the same standard.
MR300 Portable Mosquito Repeller
Don’t let those pesky mosquitos ruin your outdoor trip with Thermacell’s MR300 Portable Mosquito Repeller. Instantly create a 15-foot, scent-free, DEET free, barrier to keep them out. Get up to 12-hours of protection right out of the box with the option of buy more fuel mats.
The compact design allows it to hang in your tent on on small tables. Its durable enough to sit right on the ground and you can even get added protection with a holster case.
These fuel mats last 4 hours each and will change colors letting you know when a new one is needed. They use a synthetic allethrin formula that was inspired by repellent extracts found in plants. It was independently tested and reviewed by the EPA to ensure it’s people and pet safe. One downside is that the fuel options don’t last that long when used consistently.
Did that bug already get ya? If so, you may want to consider The Extractor Bug Bite Sucker
This portable, easy-to-use venom and irritant vacuum pump sucks away the nasties that leave you miserable. It works on mosquitoes, bees, wasps, and more, and is compact, lightweight, and reusable.
Nemo’s 11-liter Helio Portable Pressure Shower
This isn’t your typical gravity camp shower hanging from a near by branch. This 11-liter pressurized shower can sit on the ground while providing a high-pressure shower for up to 7 minutes.
The pressurization and portability allow this to be used for much more like cleaning pets, equipment, or doing the dishes. The 2.9 gallon tank comes with a foot pump to keep you and your things clean on the go and even off the grid.
Even though its on the ground, the 7-foot neoprene hose allows you to still have your over head shower. You can also easily secure it above to maintain maximum comfort.
For maximum comfort, you’re going to need a warm shower. Like other systems, this allows you the heat the water using the sun. You can even add on an additional privacy shelter.
goTenna Mesh System
Keeping a level of connection while venturing off-grid can be important for some of the more extreme adventures. The goTenna Mesh System allows you and your friends to stay connected in the depths of the wilderness without Wi-Fi or cell service.
Easily pair with your smartphone so you can send texts and GPS coordinates. A 3.5 hour charge time and up to a 27-hour battery life makes it an easy addition to your sack. Just clip it on to the side.
This little device can also show you topographic maps of your nearby area, give you delivery confirmations, and automatically send your location data every few minutes.
fēnix® 7S Pro
The Garmin Fenix 7S Pro is a multisport GPS smartwatch designed for athletes with smaller wrists. It features a 1.2-inch scratch-resistant Power Sapphire™ solar charging lens, a responsive touchscreen, and traditional buttons. The watch is tested to U.S. military standards for thermal, shock, and water resistance.
The Fenix 7S Pro has a number of advanced training features, including hill score, which measures your climbing performance over time, and real-time stamina updates to gauge your stamina potential. It also has a built-in LED flashlight and Garmin ECG app to record your heart’s electrical signals.
The battery life of the Fenix 7S Pro is up to 14 days in smartwatch mode with solar charging and up to 46 hours in GPS mode with solar charging. The watch is available in a variety of colors and finishes, including black, silver, and rose gold.
Overall, the Garmin Fenix 7S Pro is a high-end multisport GPS smartwatch that is packed with features. It is a good option for athletes who are looking for a watch that can track their workouts, monitor their health, and last for long periods of time.
These are some great camping gadgets for you backcountry stays, hiking, and more. Interested in what long term survivalists bring? Check out what contestants bring on the History Channel show Alone.