The best camping gear for people new to the great outdoors

Whether you’re planning to cross the country in a camper or you prefer an old-fashioned tent in the great outdoors, we can all agree that there are some camping essentials that will get you through an adventure in the wilderness. You could spend hours intricately planning out the most magnificent camping itinerary, but without the right gear, a great trip into the wilderness can go south pretty quickly. However, that doesn’t mean you necessarily have to go out and purchase the entire outdoors store, either. It only takes about a (figurative) handful of great gear to ensure your trip goes smoothly.  Read more...More about Travel, Mashable Shopping, Carry On, Culture, and Work Life IMAGE: Amazon BEST CAMP STOVE SYSTEM BioLite CampStove Small, easy to pack, and simple to use, it’s an ideal option for campsite cooking — plus it can charge your phone. Weight: 2.06 lbs Dimensions: 5 x 5 x 8.3 inches $149.95 from Amazon IMAGE: Amazon BEST PORTABLE COOLER YETI Tundra Haul Wheeled Cooler You get what you pay for with the YETI Tundra and in this case, it’s the highest quality, most durable cooler on the market. Weight: 43 lbs Dimensions: 28.5 x 19.5 x 21 inches $399.99 from Amazon IMAGE: Amazon BEST CAMPING TENT Coleman Sundome Tent Great for beginner campers and ideal conditions, this Coleman tent packs down small and is easy to set up. Weight: 9 lbs Dimensions: 108 x 84 x 59 inches $84.99 from Amazon IMAGE: Amazon BEST CAMPING COFFEE MAKER GSI Outdoors Percolator Weight: 1 lb Dimensions: 3.1 x 2.3 x 3.5 inches $19.15 from Amazon IMAGE: Amazon BEST BLUETOOTH SPEAKER Outdoor Tech Bluetooth 4.0 speaker Waterproof, durable, and with great range, this Bluetooth speaker is an ideal companion for campsites. Weight: 2.27 lbs Dimensions: 11 x 6 x 3.5 inches $189.99 from Amazon IMAGE: Amazon BEST CAMP CHAIR Therm-a-Rest Quadra Chair Comfortable and super compact, it's a superb option for this price point. Weight: 2.88 lbs Dimensions: 12 x 5 x 12 inches $119.95 from Amazon IMAGE: Amazon BEST SLEEPING BAG MalloMe 3 Season Camping Sleeping Bag Its overall quality and durability makes it a great option for occasional campers and wilderness enthusiasts alike. Packed: 9.5 x 12 inches Unpacked: 31.5 x 86.6 inches $39.99 from Amazon IMAGE: Amazon BEST UTILITY KNIFE Benchmade Griptilian Folding Knife A well-made knife is a must for camping and this one will last you for many years to come. Open length: 6.78 inches Closed length: 3.87 inches $92.57 from Amazon