A camping trip for couples can be the perfect escape from reality with your partner. Photo: Ali Diaz // Unsplash.
There is really nothing nicer than spending some time outside with your partner, away from everyday life. Camping alone is a great way to have some space to yourself and reflect. Group camping can be a lot of fun too, but sharing nature and its endless fascinations with the person you love is truly something special. And although sitting around a campfire is romantic, wouldn’t you rather sit next to each other on a sofa? Or fall asleep in the same sleeping bag instead of awkwardly holding hands while in two different cocoons?
Luckily, there’s plenty of gear that makes the camping experience for couples even more fun and intimate, like double sleeping bags and camping chairs. We’ve rounded up the best camping gear for couples so you can get even closer to your loved one while enjoying the great outdoors.
The best camping gear for couples
Best double sleeping bag: Nemo Jazz 30 double sleeping bag
Best double sleeping pad: Exped DeepSleep sleeping pad 7.5 Duo
Best camping chair for couples: Mountain Summit Gear Quilted Low Sofa for Two
Cozy camping blanket: Alps Mountaineering Wavelength double ceiling
Best backpacking tent for couples: Big Agnes Tiger Wall UL 2 Solution-Dyed Tent
Best camping tent for couples: REI Base Camp 4
A cooking set for two: Quechua 2-person camping cooking set, 14 pieces
Camping stove: Coleman Triton 2-burner propane stove
Make yourself comfortable by the fire anywhere: Camco Small Red Fire Pit
Best double sleeping bag
The Nemo Jazz 30 double sleeping bag has all the features you need to sleep well with your partner in the wilderness – or not. The sleeping bag is rated down to -1°C, but also has an integrated sheet that you can use on warmer nights. Other thoughtful features include pillow pockets, a thermal collar and an integrated pad sleeve to keep your sleeping pad in place all night.
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Best double sleeping pad
No double sleeping bag is complete without a double camping pad. Honestly, if I had to choose between the two, I’d probably go with the double camping pad. In terms of comfort, you can’t beat an Exped pad. This three-inch thick pad promises a luxurious car camping experience, and with an R-value of 8.5, this thing is ready for virtually any cold-weather adventure you can dream up. Just don’t expect it to be a lightweight backpacking product – it’s packable, but weighs about seven to nine pounds depending on the size you choose – medium double or long/wide double for taller or more spread-out sleepers.
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Best camping chair for couples
There are few things in the world better than snuggling up in front of a fire with your loved one, and there’s something extra special about taking that experience outdoors. The Mountain Summit Gear Quilted Low Loveseat does just that and more. Its double-wide design allows two people to cozy up instead of awkwardly holding hands on separate chairs. It’s like a sofa, but for camping.
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Cozy camping blanket
No couples camping trip is complete without a good blanket. Perfect for picnics, as an extra layer for cold nights, or for cozying up around the fire, a good blanket can do it all. Alps Mountaineering’s Wavelength Blanket takes the concept of a good blanket to the next level. With water and stain resistant 20 denier 380T nylon fabric and synthetic insulation, this blanket is ready for the beach, music festivals, and camping anywhere. This is the kind of piece of gear that can be stored in the trunk of your car and is ready to go any time you need it.
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Best backpacking tent for couples
Have the rest of the squad get up early and go for a hike while you and your partner snuggle up and wait for the sunrise. The Big Agnes Tiger Tent is easy to set up, easy to take down, and adapts to any weather. With a three-season build, you can take this tent almost anywhere in the world year-round, although it might get a little chilly if you plan on camping in the snow. And with a 39-inch height, there’s plenty of room to hang out.
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Best camping tent for couples
Need a little more space? Check out the REI Base Camp 4 tent, a durable and weatherproof tent that can hold all your gear. The huge vestibule is a great place to relax with your partner after a long day outdoors, and the sturdy construction and thick rainfly make this tent extra cozy and safe. Best of all, you can purchase a Base Camp Vehicle Connector and turn your tent and car into a veritable porch.
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A cooking set for two
Decathlon is known for making great, affordable camping gear that ticks all the boxes, and the Quechua cooking set is no exception. It includes a complete set of plates, mugs and cutlery for two people, as well as a saucepan and frying pan. You don’t need much more to cook a delicious meal outdoors.
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Camping stove
Speaking of things you need to cook a tasty meal outdoors, a good camping stove is one of them, and when it comes to camping stoves, it’s hard to beat Coleman. The Triton two-burner stove is a modern take on the classic design, featuring a large cooking surface that can fit both a 10- and 12-inch pan at the same time, windshields, and an integrated handle for easy carrying.
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Make yourself comfortable by the fire, no matter where
While it’s not a must-have, a small campfire can really improve a couple’s camping experience. And if you’re in a state with confusing fire codes, it’s often easier to play it safe and have a “fake” campfire instead of a real one. Camco’s Little Red Firepit is extremely portable with a cover and carrying handle. Just add a propane tank and you’re ready to get cozy.
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