Finding the right camping gear can make or break a trip, especially when you’re camping with kids. At Mom Goes Camping, gear reviews come from real use in the field, not just spec sheets. From the mountains of Serbia to trails across the Balkans and beyond, every product recommendation on this site has been tested in actual camping conditions with children in tow.
This category covers everything you need to camp comfortably and safely as a family: tents, sleeping bags, sleeping pads, camp kitchens, lighting, backpacks, child carriers, and more. You’ll find honest comparisons, budget-friendly picks, and ultralight options for families who want to move fast on the trail without sacrificing comfort at camp.
Whether you’re outfitting your first camping trip or upgrading gear you’ve had for years, the reviews here are written to help you spend your money wisely. No sponsored fluff, no gear you don’t actually need. Just honest recommendations from a mom who has been camping with her kids for over a decade.
Mission Mountain is a new brand which makes lightweight camping furniture and gear. They recently sent me their camping table to try out (free gear is one of the perks of my job). Here’s what I think of it.
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If you don’t want to sit on the ground while camping, you are in luck: there are literally hundreds of different camp chairs to choose from. The problem is that there are too many options when it comes to camp chairs. Here, I’m going to break down the best camping chairs by type, including the
I usually go backpacking in the wilderness, so there’s no friggin’ way that I could bring a power station with me (I literally calculate the calories in my meals so I don’t bring one more ounce than necessary!).
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A camping cot can make all of the difference for getting a good night’s sleep in a tent. This is especially true if you have back problems or are a side sleeper. Camping cots also have other benefits, like giving you extra storage space, a place to sit, and helping with temperature regulation.
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Last summer, my family (two adults, a baby and a toddler) went on a 10-week camping trip. I really didn’t want to sleep on the ground for this entire time. I researched camping cots that can bunk and found the Disc-O-Bed. Here’s what we thought of the camping bunk beds and whether they are worth
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Camping in hot weather can be miserable without a fan (it’s a lot easier to deal with cold than heat when camping!). You’ve basically got five options for tent fans: using a normal portable fan at a campsite with an electrical outlet, USB-powered fans, rechargeable battery fans, battery-powered fans, and jobsite fans.
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