9 Pieces of Can’t Miss Baby Camping Gear
Going camping with your baby can be lots of fun for the entire family, but make sure that you have everything on our baby camping gear checklist before heading for your favorite campsite.
Baby Bottle for Camping
If your child is still feeding using a bottle then be sure to bring enough bottles or a way to clean your dirty ones for your camping trip. Running out of clean bottles while out camping or hiking with your family can lead you scrambling to find a way to clean your bottles.
If you will not have any way to clean your dirty baby bottles try using disposable baby bottles. While disposable bottles may be more to carry they can be thrown away after use, allowing you to enjoy your camping trip with your family.
What we like:
- Easy to use out of the box
- Sterile
What we dislike:
- Must be thrown away
- Extra items to carry on long trips
Baby Chair
After your campsite has been set up and the fire has been built your child will need a place to sit, just like at home. Unfortunately their favorite chair or swing might be travel well, if so you will need a camping chair for your child.
Baby travel highchairs like the ciao! baby Portable Travel Highchair fit great around the campfire or picnic table and are lightweight and durable making them the perfect choice for a family camping trip with toddlers
What we like:
- Great place to sit while eating
- Easy to carry short distances
- Carry bag included
What we dislike:
- 8 pounds may be too heavy for backpacking
- Bullet Point 2
Jacket and Warm Clothes
If you are camping in the Fall or Winter months it is important to keep your child warm. A well insulated camping jacket for your baby is the best way to keep them warm and bundled up.
Micro fleece lined jackets like the Columbia Frosty Freeze Bunting are lightweight enough to carry in your pack and can keep warm in temperatures down to around 30 degrees. The bunting has 150g of synthetic fill for warmth, water resistant fabric and a flush fleece hood.
What we like:
- Machine washable for easy cleaning after long campouts
- Plush fleece lining for comfort and warmth
What we dislike:
- Children should never be in freezing weather for extended periods
Baby Sleeping Bag
Sleeping bags for babies are an excellent replacement for bed sheets while camping and your child get to feel like part of the family with their very own sleeping bag. Sleeping bags are produced in many sizes and for many different temperatures, make sure your sleeping bag is a good fit for your camp out.
Our favorite sleeping bag for babies is the Belina Bunny Sleeping Bag. This fun toddler sleeping bag is not suited for cold temperatures you might find camping in the Fall or Winter but it is a great choice for the summer time.
What we like:
- Looks great
- Pillowy soft animals
- Machine washable for easy cleaning
What we dislike:
- Not suitable for cold nights
Baby Camping Cot
A sleeping mat is the perfect way to put your child to sleep after a long day at camp. The Regalo My Cot Deluxe has a built in sleeping bag and is the perfect sleeping pad for small children.
With a fitted travel case and space for a removable pillow your child will sleep great on your next camp out or sleepover. The steel frame provides a light yet sturdy frame while the reinforced canvas liner serves as a comfortable sleeping mat and infant travel bed..
What we like:
- Comes with a sleeping bag, pillow and case
- Durable steel frame
What we dislike:
- Difficult to carry on long hikes
Baby Life Vest
If you plan on spending time on the water while camping make sure to bring an infant life jacket. Camping by a lake and taking a boat out on the water or swimming can be a lot of fun but the water can also be deadly for small children.
Be sure to pack a Coast Guard approved life vest like the Stohlquist Toddler Infant Life Jacket. This child's personal flotation device is approved for weights up to 30 pounds and includes a quick release zipper for additional security.
What we like:
- Type II PDF
- Quick release buckles
- Hand washable
What we dislike:
- Not suitable for children larger than 30 pounds
Camping First Aid Kit
Kids are always falling down and a campsite is full potential harm. After an injury has happened some quick first aid is usually enough to mend any campsite wounds.
Every camping party should carry a basic first aid kit with them. A good camping first aid kit for kids should contain everything that you might need like bandaides, disinfectant and some gauze.
What we like:
- Contains a few of everything
- Small enough to carry on any camping trip
What we dislike:
- Not suitable for treating large wounds or injuries
There is no better way to transport a small child while camping than to use a stroller. A lightweight camping stroller like the Kolcraft Cloud Plus Lightweight Stroller weighs only 12 pounds and can be folded down for easy travel.
While it may be lightweight it still offers a 5 point safety harness and can seat children up to 50 pounds
What we like:
- Contains a few of everything
- Small enough to carry on any camping trip
- Weighs only 12 pounds
What we dislike:
- Only one seat
Camping Diapers and Wipes
Just because you are camping does not mean your baby does not need diapers and wipers. A
There is no reason to change brands before your trip and risk a rash, your normal brands will do just make sure to put an extra pack of both disposable diapers and wipes in with your pack.
What we like:
- Absorbs wetness
- High level of protection
What we dislike:
- Requires proper disposal