Do you have your own list of top camping gear favorites? Camping styles are very personal and so are the demands we place on our equipment. If you are in search of awesome gear for yourself or cool camping gifts for friends, this is the best camping gear on the planet for RV and tent camping!

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Best Camping Cooking Gear

Stainless Steel Dutch Oven vs Cast Iron vs Aluminum, What’s best?

Thinking you need a new Dutch oven but not sure which material is best for your cooking needs? We’ve got answers for you!

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How To Use A Charcoal Chimney

If you want a fast, safe, efficient way to start your coals, you need to know how to use a charcoal chimney. They are great for Dutch oven camping recipes and little BBQ Smoky Joe grills.

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Best Campfire Cooking Equipment

It seems a little far-fetched but we really mean it when we say the best campfire cooking equipment is something you can’t live without! Let’s discuss the gear options for cooking directly over campfires using grills, griddles, Dutch ovens, pans, skillets, sticks, cowboy equipment and, after your meal is complete, the best cleaning supplies to keep your gear in tip-top shape.

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Portable Smokers: The Best Tailgating And Camping Smokers

You don’t have to miss the taste of smoked food when you are out in the wilderness if you have a small portable smoker in your camp kitchen equipment collection! There are different models that run on all sorts of fuel. Find a camping smoker that is the perfect shape, size and price for your needs.

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Best Camping Grill Stove

Do you like cooking on a grill OR a stove? You don’t have to pick just one because the best camping grill stoves are designed to do both! Let’s discuss the different tabletop and floor-standing models along with some specifications that matter to you including size, weight, BTU output, materials, power requirements and ignition source to determine the best model for your camping needs.

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Best Lodge Dutch Oven Accessories

Lodge is one of the leading companies when it comes to camp cookware. Here are the best Lodge Dutch oven accessories you need to have in your camp kitchen! Let’s discuss the coolest Lodge gear for professional-level Dutch oven cooking, cleaning, transporting and storing your cast iron cooking equipment.

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Coolest DIY Weber Smokey Joe Smoker Conversion

You only need a few pieces of gear to turn your little Smokey Joe grill into a smoker using this simple 4-step modification process. You’ll be making the most delicious camping smoker recipes you ever ate … and, you’ll be creating them while relaxing in the great outdoors!

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Best Size Dutch Oven For Camping

One of the most popular pieces of gear for camp cooking is the beloved Dutch oven. Use these tips to figure out the best size of oven for you!

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Best Camping Coffee Gadgets (that make awesome gifts)

The best camping coffee gadgets keep the java flowing and they make great gifts too!

The Best Camping Coffee Gadgets Make Unique Gifts For Coffee Lovers Who Camp By CampingForFoodies. Our hand-selected unique camping gifts ideas are perfect for java drinkers. Who knew you could make espresso in the wild? You can with these camping gifts ideas fun for coffeehouse inspired creations as well as the popular, dark and rich cowboy best camping coffee!

Best Camping Utensils

Check out our picks for the best utensils for every type of camping and every budget.

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Awesome Camping Organization Gadgets

Camping Storage Ideas For Clean, Clutter-Free Camper Organization

You don’t have to camp with clutter! See the best camping storage gadgets that will organize your camper and your mind!

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Best Camping Lighting Products

The BEST Camping String Lights For Your Style Of Camping

String lights are some of the most versatile types of camp lights. You can hang them from just about anything to provide task lighting, obstacle illumination or mood lighting. You need to decide what power source you want to use for your lights, options include normal wall plugs for campsites with electricity, 12 volt cigarette lighter connections, AA battery operated for easy functionality and solar powered if you are off grid in relatively sunny locations.

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Best Propane Lantern

Love the idea of using a propane powered lantern but don’t know which one is right for you? Check out our reviews of the top models!

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Best Camping Lights For Lighting Your Campsite

Whether you are camping in a tent or RV, you need good lighting. See which lights are the best for your style of camping!

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Top Camping Gear For Campfires

Best Camping Fire Starters

Do you ever have a hard time starting your campfires? You won’t be fire-starter-challenged again if you use these awesome camping fire starters!

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Greatest Technology Gadgets

Best Camping Phone Chargers (and how to use them)

The best cell phone for camping is one that has not run out of power! These are the best gadgets for charging your phone out in the wilderness!

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Best Camping Apps

Do you use apps to…

Find where the fish are biting?
Track the coming thunderstorm?
Find the cheapest gas price?
Identify a unique bird you have never seen before?
Discover one-of-a-kind camping destinations on private farms, ranches and vineyards?
Find the perfect hiking trail?
Know how to administer first aid in any situation?
Find the nearest RV dump station?

The best camping apps will help you with all of that and more … and, they are FREE!

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Best RV Camping Gear

Best RV Ladders For Big Rigs & Small Campers (VIDEO)

Inspections are part of owning an RV! It’s almost impossible to get to all of the high places on a rig if you don’t have the right ladder. See our top pics for the best RV ladders for different types of jobs and types of campers.

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Best Portable Solar Panels For RV Camping

We do a LOT of boondocking and rely on solar power when there is no electrical hookup for miles. We found the best portable solar panels for RV camping that meet our electricity demands.

Portable Solar Panels For RV Camping by CampingForFoodies

Top RV Batteries

The best battery is not the same for every camper. Use our tips when deciding how to choose, use and maintain the best RV battery for your camping power needs.

Best RV battery, how to choose, use and maintain your deep cycle RV battery by CampingForFoodies

Coolest DIY Portable Water Tank For RV Boondocking

The top camping gear won’t let you stay RVing out in the wilderness forever. This DIY portable water tank for RV boondocking will surely extend your time in the great outdoors!

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Best RV Hack To Keep Awning From Flapping

The best RV gear is functional and in good condition. You can buy something off-the-shelf or use our DIY RV awning tie down hack to keep your RV awning from flapping and getting damaged from wind and rain.

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Best Gear And Tips For New RVers

With some smart pieces of gear and these RV camping tips for beginners, new RVers will get on the road safely and enjoy every part of their camp adventures.

11 Tips For Beginners RV Camping by CampingForFoodies

Winter RV Camping Tips And Gadgets (to avoid freezing)

Many campers winterize their RVs and park them in storage over the winter. But, RV camping during the winter months is not just for full-timers and snowbirds who flock to Florida and Arizona when the rest of the country is experiencing ice and snow. Let’s discuss tips on RVing in the winter in cold weather and the best gear to avoid freezing pipes, dead vehicle batteries and mold-producing condensation.

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Top Power-Producing Camping Supplies

Best Quiet Generators For Camping

If you have equipment you want to run using a generator but don’t want to deal with the noise, you’ll need to determine the best quiet generators that meet your power demands. Let’s discuss the best generators for producing clean and stable power at the levels that meet your demands as well as gear that will reduce the noise level of loud units.

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Ultimate Propane Powered Camping Gizmos

Top Propane Refill Gadget (and how to use it)

One of our favorite camping gadgets is a connector that allows you to transfer gas from a larger tank to a 1lb propane tank using a propane refill adapter.

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Best Propane Camping Gear

Propane is one of the most efficient and popular sources of power for cooking, heating and more so we’ve reviews lots of gear you can use with propane fuel.

Best Propane Camping Gear Reviewed by CampingForFoodies

Best Rain Gear For Camping

Tips And Gear For Camping In The Rain

Camping in the rain does not have to be a miserable experience. Let’s discuss weatherproofing your gear, wearing the proper clothing and footwear, using waterproof containers to keep your stuff dry, gadgets and tips to help you dry out gear that gets wet, the best tents and tarps for camping in wet conditions, the best rain shelters, fire starters for all-weather conditions and more.

Wet weather camping essentials pack your rain gear for these tips for camping in the rain and hacks so you don’t float away with wet weather camping essentials, games and activities for camping in the rain with kids and CampingForFoodies rainy day camp cooking tips.

Top Rainy Day Camp Games

When you are sheltering from the rain, normal camp activities may not be an option. Let’s discuss the best family-friendly games to play when you have to take cover when you experience super wet weather during your camp trips.

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Fun Camping Activity Accessories

Best Board Games For Camping

Not all games are fit for a camping environment. These are the best board games because they are portable, can accommodate different numbers of players and they are totally fun!

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Top Campsite Gear

Best Heavy Duty Camping Chair

See our top picks for camping chairs for larger individuals. Before you buy your next chair, make sure you consider ergonomics, your body type and camping style. From backpacking to car camping and RVing … there is the perfect chair waiting to give you rest and relaxation!

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Best Solar Camping Gear

Top Solar Products For Camping

Going solar is gentle on the environment and keeps you camping as long as the sun is shining. These are the best solar products for camping in tents and RVs.

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Hygiene & Sanitation Camping Must Haves

Best Female Urination Device

There are some aspects of camping that are more challenging for women … including the dreaded lack of bathrooms. The best female urination device makes peeing outside a whole lot easier for us now!

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Best Gear To Keep Your Camp Food Safe

You only need a few tips and a couple of gadgets to employ healthy camping food safety practices.

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Best Winter Camping Gear

Winter Camping Clothes

You don’t have to freeze when you are camping in the winter. The best cold weather camping gear keeps you safe and comfortable no matter how low the temperature drops.

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Tips & Gear For Staying Warm In A Tent

Winter camping has its advantages … no bugs and fewer people. But, you do need to be prepared for cold weather. This is the best gear to stay warm while camping in a tent during extremely cold and wintry conditions.

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Use Your Camp Cooking Gear For Awesome Meals

Once you find the best equipment for cooking your meals, try these fun and easy recipes on your next trip!

If you’re looking for awesome ideas for yummy camping food, you’re in the right place! Here’s our entire camping recipes list.

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