Must-have family camping gear

Today's Parent rounds up the best camping gear of the season whether your style is rugged or relaxed.

By Today's Parent

Updated Jun 25, 2015

Must-have camping gear

A tool for all occasions

This set will have you prepped for any meal or snack your adventure requires. Complete with 2 types of knives, a spork, Swiss Army knife and case (case not shown here). Camping set, $32 Where to buy: amazon.ca>

Light packing

You'll never lose your way with this comfortable, easy to adjust LED headlamp.

Headlamp, $15

Where to Buy: canadiantire.ca>

Grown-up time

Decanting bottles into these reusable wine packs is a great way to make room for other camping necessities. Platypus Platypreserve Wine Preservation System, $10 Where to Buy: mec.ca>

Rest right

Packing a sleeping pad is a great way to ensure a comfortable sleep. Plus, it takes up very little space.

Therm-a-rest Trail Lite Sleeping Pad, $70

Where to Buy: mec.ca>

Spice up your life

There's no need for camping food to be bland. These stackable spice containers are keep spices dry, and have a waterproof cap. GSI Spice Missile, $11 Where to Buy: basspro.com>

GSI Spice Missile

Woodsy gourmet

Here's a cooking guide for the decadent camper. Check out our roundup of easy make-ahead camping recipes for more inspiration.

Campfire Cuisine, $18 Where to Buy: indigo.ca>

Cool it

"This cooler keeps things cold for up to five days. The brilliant top tray inside prevents egg cartons from getting soggy." —Nadine Silverthorne

Coleman 70-Quart Xtreme Cooler, $70

Where to Buy: walmart.ca>

This campfire is poppin'

Great for making popcorn over a fire or BBQ, you can also use the bottom of this popcorn maker as a skillet to grill or fry other foods. Dual purpose!

Rome Popcorn Popper, $34

Where to Buy: bedbathandbeyond.ca>