The Best Camping Chairs to Bring on Your Next Outdoor Adventure
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There are some essentials that are a must-pack for every camping trip: cozy sleeping bags, high-quality tents, and, of course, the best camping chairs. After a day of adventuring, having a sweet setup to come back to makes all the difference when it comes to comfort. We rounded up a dozen camping chairs that check all the boxes: They’re portable and lightweight, with carry straps and a compact packed size. They’re comfortable and supportive, with back support and thoughtful design. And lastly, they’re durable, with sturdy frames and materials that can withstand the unpredictable nature of the outdoors. Check out our top picks below—they'll get you excited for prime camping season to begin.
Yeti TrailHead camp chair
Condé Nast Traveler editor Megan Spurrell recommends this for car camping (it's one of the heaviest on the list) and describes the sturdy seat as “the Cadillac of camp chairs” because it's oversized and comfortable. The flexible fabric is designed to conform to your body and provide pressure point relief. You can pack this up and take it anywhere, thanks to the two-strap carry sling that can be worn as a backpack or shoulder bag.
Folded dimensions: 11.75" x 43" x 9"
Unfolded dimensions: 29.87" x 36.25” x 25.12"
Seat height: 16.75"
Weight: 13.3 lbs
Weight capacity: 500 lbsColeman camping chair
This budget-friendly pick has earned rave reviews on both Amazon and Target. The pocket on the right is actually a cooler that holds four cans—a genius addition in our opinion. On the other side, there's a media pocket for storing snacks, books, or water bottles.
Folded dimensions: 6" x 6.5" x 38.2"
Unfolded dimensions: 8.1" x 37.6" x 9.1"
Seat height: 18.1"
Weight: 7.75 lbs
Weight capacity: 325 lbs
Kelty Low Loveseat
Heading out on a camping trip with your sweetheart? Bring along this two-seater that lets you cuddle up together in comfort. Each side features its own insulated cup holder and an adjustable armrest. The loveseat comes with a storage bag that makes transporting it from car to campsite a breeze, too. This is camp furniture at its finest.
Folded dimensions: 34.5" x 11" x 11"
Unfolded dimensions: 44" x 31.5" x 23.5"
Seat Height: 13.5"
Weight: 15 lbs 6 oz
Weight Capacity: 400 lbsAlps Mountaineering King Kong chair
With a heavy-duty steel frame and comfy, durable fabric, the Alps Mountaineering King Kong chair is another go-to for camping weekends. It's super supportive with a relatively high back and a weight capacity of 800 pounds. In addition to mesh drink holders and side pockets, there's a bonus pocket in the back where you can store more gear.
Folded dimensions: 7" x 41"
Unfolded dimensions: 38" x 20" x 38"
Seat height: 18"
Weight: 13 lbs
Weight capacity: 800 lbs
GCI Outdoor Freestyle rocker chair with side table
Upgrade your camp setup with an actual rocking chair. This one is made with durable ripstop nylon, and features a breathable mesh backrest. It's even got a foldout side table with a useful combo of drink holders and a phone stand.
Folded dimensions: 34.8" x 25" x 4.9"
Unfolded dimensions: 34.8" x 25" x 24"
Seat height: 19"
Weight: 13 lbs 9.6 oz
Weight capacity: 250 lbsNemo Stargaze recliner luxury chair
Another one of the best camping chairs to add to your gear closet is this uniquely designed perch that allows you to both recline and swing back and forth. It’s got a breathable mesh body, sets up easily, comes with a carry bag, and even has a headrest. We're sold.
Folded dimensions: 7" x 24"
Unfolded dimensions: 45.5" x 36" x 25.5"
Seat height: 12"
Weight: 6 lbs 5 oz
Weight capacity: 300 lbs
Kijaro dual lock camping chair
This portable camp chair features lumbar support, a padded seat, and padded, adjustable armrests. It makes a great camping or beach chair, and comes in more than 10 shades, including black, yellow, red, green, and purple, so every member of the family can claim their own.
Folded dimensions: 6.9" x 4.7" x 45.7"
Unfolded dimensions: 26" x 35.4" x 37"
Seat height: 20"
Weight: 9.4 lbs
Weight capacity: 300 lbsRio foldable hammock lounge chair
This camping chair cradles your back and bottom as you sink into its hammock suspension. The foam pillow for your head is a welcome addition, as is the cup holder. The lounger is highly rated on Amazon, with more than 1,400 five-star reviews. Seen here in pewter, it is also available in oxblood, blue, and gray.
Folded dimensions: 36" x 8" x 8"
Unfolded dimensions: 38" x 27" x 44"
Seat height: 18"
Weight: 13 lbs
Weight capacity: 300 lbs
Moon Lence backpacking chair
This high-quality, lightweight find is a go-to pick, whether you're headed to woods, the beach, or just the park. When folded up, it's so small you can fit it right into your backpack, so it's easy to take anywhere, and to store in cramped closets. Traveler editors Madison Flager and Meredith Carey are both big fans of the versatile folding chair, as are hundreds of Amazon reviewers. Shop it in black on black or black with blue piping.
Folded dimensions: 14" x 5" x 3.5"
Unfolded dimensions: 19.7" x 14.2" x 23.6"
Seat height: 9"
Weight: 2 lbs
Weight capacity: 400 lbsREI Flexlite Air chair
If you’re looking for backpacking chairs specifically, this REI seat is a great pick. The high-quality quad chair is ultralight at just one pound. It features water- and stain-repellent ripstop nylon and an aluminum frame. Seen here in asphalt, the chair also comes in copper and sage.
Folded dimensions: 5" x 16"
Unfolded dimensions: 19" x 22" x 22"
Seat height: 11"
Weight: 1 lb
Weight capacity: 250 lbs
REI Co-op Camp X chair
X-shaped fabric evenly distributes weight along the bottom and back of this chair for secure, comfortable seating. The fabric itself is made of quick-drying polyester and mesh that is designed to stand up to inclement weather, so you don't have to worry about leaving it out overnight (just be sure to grab any snacks out of the pockets). One armrest features a drink holder, and the other a storage pocket. The whole chair packs up neatly into a carrying sling.
Folded dimensions: 7" x 33"
Unfolded dimensions: 31" x 31.25" x 20"
Seat height: 10.5"
Weight: 7 lbs 3 oz
Weight capacity: 300 lbsHelinox Chair Zero camp chair
Here’s another lightweight chair we love. The packable pick folds up into a next-to-nothing size, and springs open once you get to camp (or the beach, a sporting event, or outdoor concert). When it’s time to pack up, slip it into the included carrying case and tote it with ease. Shop the chair in gray or black.
Folded dimensions: 13" x 3.5" x 3.5"
Unfolded dimensions: 25" x 18.5" x 20"
Seat height: 11"
Weight: 1.1 lbs
Weight capacity: 265 lbs
