12 Camping Chairs for Your Next ~Outdoorsy~ Adventure

Behold: A chair practically designed for date night (or for snuggling your friends or pup). It’s double the width of a typical chair and its durable steel frame supports about 450 pounds of weight all in. Plus, this outdoor chair is cushioned, insulated, and features two insulated cupholders–perfect for drinks for two by the campfire.

Glowing Review: “My hubs and I are both in the 200 lb range...We both felt very secure sitting next to each other in this chair. We also drink out 36oz Yeti water bottles that do not fit into any cupholder but that sat comfortably in this one with room for our cell phones. We were able to individually stretch out and lay in the chair without feeling like we would fall over or break it. Super solid craftsmanship.”

This is Stratton’s go-to camping chair because it’s extra light (1.5 lbs, to be exact), provides great protection from wet ground, features plush padding, and adjusts to suit a bunch of different sitting positions. Big bonus: If you’re not feeling super outdoorsy, you can still use it as extra padding on stadium benches and other uncomfy seats. It’s not the fanciest thing in the world, but for the minimalist who wants a solid camping chair that’s light enough to take anywhere, it’s quite literally perfect.

Glowing Review: “The Crazy Creek Original chair is the perfect, all-around, outdoor chair. You can use it anywhere in the front or backcountry and it will always perform.”

For too long, backpackers had to live without camping chairs because they were too heavy to schlep on their backs. But no more! At just one pound, this chair won’t weigh you down, but it *will* keep you high and dry during less-than-stellar weather conditions. Bonus: It’s made from ripstop nylon with a water repellent finish that’ll stand up well to light rain and spills. When you’re ready to hit the trails, just fold it back up, and stick it in your backpack. How easy is that?

Glowing Review:“​​I’m rarely comfortable sitting on the ground and usually I try to find a rock or log to sit on while backpacking. Now, I can just put this chair down and relax anywhere.”

Keep cool and sun-safe with this comfy bb. With a retractable shade canopy, it’s perfect for toting along to tailgates, camping trips, outdoor concerts or sporting events, or anywhere you’d rather not be sweaty and sunburnt (so, basically everywhere). Its 18.5-inch seat height makes it pretty easy to get in and out of, plus it has two cupholders–one for your iced coffee and one for your wine. ;)

Glowing Review: “I absolutely love, love, love this chair. Everyone in my family does. We will definitely be purchasing four more. I was worried it would be much different than the normal fold up chairs because of the shade, but it's not heavier or bulkier to me. Set-up is incredibly simple and fast. The shade is awesome. It covers you up very well and you can tilt to where you want it. The side pocket is pretty big. I would 100% recommend this to anyone.”

Ready for some camping snacks? Yeah, same. This bad boy is the perfect height to use with a camping table (think: foldable and portable like a camping chair, but it’s a lil table), so it could be the perfect addition to your glamping dinner setup. It also has seven different reclining positions, so you can customize your desired leisure level.

Glowing Review: “Definitely the nicest, most comfortable chair I've ever purchased. MUCH better than a typical $20 folding camp chair. I plan to buy another one soon. Highly recommended.”

This chair’s ergonomic design supports your lumbar and aligns your spine, which can be a game-changer for anyone with back pain. At 10.5 pounds, it’s not the lightest camping chair on the list, but it’s light enough to bring with you pretty much anywhere besides a backpacking trip. Also, big bonus: It comes in two sizes—there’s one for people under 5 foot 8, and another for people over 5 foot 8. No matter your height, you can make this chair work for you. Woo!

Glowing Review: “Look, I sit a lot in these types of chairs. I have 4 boys in baseball and sit all weekend watching baseball. Until I can’t. I can’t sit in those cheap chairs that have a sling back and bottom and walk come Monday so I did my research for a chair that would support my back and hips and this chair came up in the search so I bought it. I have sat through two weekends of tournaments in this chair and have not had issues with my back come Monday. It’s good support, it’s comfortable sitting in for a long period of time.”

This amazingly light chair is made from asymmetric mesh that conforms to different body shapes, and its seamless design means no uncomfy seams will be digging into your sides as you sit. The mesh seat and webbing are also made from 100 percent post-consumer recycled materials, so it’s kind to Mama Earth!

Glowing Review: “I am a plus sized person who loves backpacking and camping. This is the most comfortable camp chair I have ever tried. It is sturdy and very light weight.”

Car camping is kind of the perfect mix of comfort without being overly complicated. So is this chair. It’s extra high (20 inches off the ground) and extra wide (24 inches), and its pre-bent poles make for a more stable and sturdy seat. Oh, and it folds up all neat and compact, so you’ll have more room in the car to stash even more snacks.

Glowing Review: “A real comfortable camp chair. Light weight construction, easy to assemble & disassemble. I like that the chair sits higher than most making it easier to get & out of.”

Okay, my friend has these and let me tell you, these things are SO comfortable. I honestly feel like I’m sitting on a throne in this baby, and I love that I can use the removable headrest as lumbar support (posture! is! everything!). It also feels really sturdy, thanks to the steel frame support. It’s perfect for backyard or lakeside hangs, but it’s too heavy to be your go-to on a backpacking trip.

Glowing Review: “I spent many hours researching these type of zero gravity chairs before I decided on this one. It reclines all the way back unlike a lot of others on the market. I like the mesh material because it is very breathable, therefore it stays a lot drier and it doesn't get mildew all over it. In fact, you can even lay a blanket over it, to lay on, and it still doesn't trap moisture. I have ordered several of these type of chairs, and this is by far superior.”

The idea of sitting in a rocking chair by the fire, roasting marshmallows and telling spooky stories is…literally the dream. Fortunately, the patented spring-loaded shocks on this chair mean you can rock on pretty much any surface without tipping over, even if it’s sandy or muddy. Reviewers also love that, even with the added rocking feature, this chair is super easy to set up.

Glowing Review: “What a fantastic Chair! Set-up and break-down takes a only a few seconds, and it is lightweight and easy to carry. The chair is incredibly comfortable, with no seat pinch or bars hitting the back. It is amazingly stable, and can be used on all types of surfaces, while still allowing you to rock and relax. What’s Not To Like?!”