14 Best Camping Chairs (Review) In 2021

The Coleman Portable Cooler Camping Quad Chair combines quality and comfort to transform your trips for good to great. It’s durable both in the fabric and the steel frame, and is also roomy, offering 24 inches of space for you to kick back and relax after a long hike, or just one sat around the campsite.

Our favorite feature, though, its integrated camping cooler, which can hold four cans so you’ll never get thirsty when singing songs around the campfire, and you’ll never have to leave your feet either. The mesh side pockets keep your phone and wallet safe while the easily collapsible mechanism makes it easy to pack up at the end of the trip.

Padded camping chairs are something that novice and inexperienced campers aren’t that knowledgeable about. But those who know their stuff will recognize the ALPS Mountaineering King Kong Chair as something that provides excellent comfort and durability able to survive heavy demands of camping trips and has a massive 800 pound weight limit, which is enough for King Kong himself.

The padded seat and back is spacious and reduces the pressure on your spine although the seat might sag for some. The adjustable armrest is convenient for keeping everything at arm’s length. There’s also a shoulder carry bag for storage and transportation that saves you struggling with poles poking you in the safe in transit.

The Kijaro Dual Lock Portable Camping and Sports Chair is one of the top portable chairs for ensuring you’re the envy of all other campers on-site. The premium no-sag technology is comfortable, while the durable polyester supports up to 300 pounds so you’re never in danger of feeling the depressing damp of the campsite floor.

On warm days, the mesh back is perfect for keeping you cool and preventing the chair from catching that unfortunate ‘camping’ odor. The two cup holders are convenient and can hold your beer and your water because we all know how important it is to stay hydrated. At less than 10 pounds, it’s easy to carry, so much so you won’t need to palm it off onto the kids on the hike. Put it in front of your large camping tent and enjoy.

For those who love to camp but also suffer from horrible back pain, the Timber Ridge ergonomic High Back Support Camping Chair could be what you’ve always been looking for. It’s spacious and sturdy, which maximizes comfort, even if you’ve sat in it all day long (not that we blame you), while the high back offers excellent support to reduce pressure and pain around the back and shoulders.

The hard padded armrests may not be ‘traditional’, but they are practical, and make this one of the more heavy duty camping chairs on the market. Because of this, it’s a great option for camping, festivals (just don’t get it stolen), tailgating, and fishing, and will keep you feeling fine all day long.

A chair that could easily have you running through the campsite shouting – um – eureka, the Eureka! Curvy High-Back Chair is another ergonomic wonder that focuses on enhancing your camping comfort and experience. The unique design provides head, neck, and shoulder support, while the sling-style means you won’t care about sitting in it all day.

3D spacer mesh in both the seat and lumbar panel ensures breathability while the foam in the armrests helps you sink thankfully into your new favorite piece of camping equipment. It’s slightly large to fold up, but you’ll be so relaxed, you’re unlikely to care, so just enjoy it. If you need something comfortable to sleep in, check out our sleeping bags review.

With a name like KingCamp, you’d hope this Lumbar Back Support Camping Chair turns out to be one of the greatest and most comfortable camping chairs ever. Spoiler alert: it is, but you probably already knew that. The lumbar support system is crucial for keeping you in top shape and is comfortable enough to sleep in while the high strength steel tubes make it one of the more durable options around.

As for enjoyment, you can store up to 3 cans in the built-in cooler, and the mesh cup holder and arm rests sit at a perfect height so you need not shift your body, further increasing comfort. Even though it’s so tough, it doesn’t feel like it, and it’s still lightweight enough to carry on your back to the campsite, whether you’re going on a hike, or getting ready to get lost in the music at a festival.

One of the best fold up camping chairs ideal for recovery after a long hike, the STRONGBACK Elite Folding Camping Chair boasts an award-winning lumbar design and provides back support to ease any pains and strains after a day that was a little more intense than you expected.

The seat measures 18” from the floor, so your legs won’t dangle, and you can plant them firmly at the end of the day, and the material sags to provided more purchase and greater comfort. It’s durable, but while lightweight, it’s not the most lightweight we’ve selected, and even though the backpack-style carry case is convenient, you might still feel a pinch on longer treks. Don’t forget to also check our guide to the best camping blankets for more great camping equipment.

Heavy duty folding chairs are a must for longer, more wild trips (take that how you will), and the Caravan Sports Infinity Zero Gravity Chair is one of the most robust around. It offers durable fabric supported by a merciful double bungee system, while the powder-coated steel frame is tough and ready for whatever you throw at it, capable of supporting up to 300 pounds.

Its versatile recline function feels like you’re being pampered, even when roughing it, and the adjustable headrest helps ease lumbar pressure. It’s larger and heavier than other camping chairs, though, so we wouldn’t recommend you carry it with you to the campsite. If you’re driving to your destination, though, other campers will stare on in awe and envy once you unfold this bad boy and kick back with a cold brew.

Perhaps the best camping chair of all time (and certainly the best we’ve brought you today), the Helinox Beach Chair is capable of sitting securely on all kinds of surfaces, from grass to rocks, to sand while maintaining comfort throughout. This is encouraged by the single shock corded poles, which work to stabilize you no matter where you make camp.

Breathable mesh keeps you cool on hot days, and the legs are sturdy enough to support you even on less reliable foundations. It’s super-lightweight, which is perfect for campers, kayakers, and hikers planning extensive treks, ensuring you’re energized for the next day, while the storage sack converts into a pillow to give you a good night’s rest you never thought possible when out in the wilderness. If you love a good nights sleep, check out our guide to the best camping mattresses.

Helinox have a habit of crafting the perfect lightweight camping chairs, and this Helinox Chair One is no different. Durable 600D polyester is ideal for veteran campers and newbies alike, supplying you with one of the best sitting and relaxing experiences around. The breathable mesh is great for hot weather, and its sturdy aluminum frame guarantees longevity and support.

Despite being so lightweight, it can hold up to 320 pounds with ease. It also avoids issues other lightweight chairs suffer from by bringing comfort, despite a minimalist design overall. This design makes it easy to pack away and transport, though, so who are we to complain?

If you’ve never heard of a double camping chair, Kelty Low Loveseat Chair may surprise you at first, but it’s no novelty. It’s wide seat can sit two people, with neither of them having to share an armrest, and it’s slightly reclined for comfort, and to make that yawning-arm-around-the-shoulder routine a little easier.

The durable steel frame is reliable, and the quilted 600D polyester adds a touch of comfort to the proceedings. Padded drinks holders keep everything cool, and the Role-Tote design makes it easy to take home. Perfect for couples, codependents, or just really, really close friends, this is a camping chair that’s both fun and practical, and there’s not a lot better than that. To go with this chair, you can choose one of the double sleeping bags from our list.

The Quik Shade MAX Shade Chair is arguably one of the best camping chairs if you’re looking for value, and it even offers something a little different from your standard camping chair, too. Attached is an adjustable MAX shade canopy, so your vampiric and sun-sensitive friends can enjoy all the fun beside you, without getting burned.

Like the Loveseat, it’s more than just a clever novelty. Its dual mesh/fabric cup holders are convenient, and the storage pocket ensures you can keep everything secure throughout the day. Once the sun goes down, you can move the canopy so your buddies can see you in all your non-burned glory. With its cool features and ingenious practicality, it’s a wonder it’s so cheap, but we won’t argue with the price.

Durable, ripstop polyester is one of the key selling points of the Therm-a-Rest UNO Chair, but this is just one thing that makes it a high-end choice for experienced campers. It doesn’t take up too much room, and weighs an astounding 2.18 pounds, so you won’t even feel you’re carrying it.

The aluminum poles are robust, but easily manipulated, helping you pack the whole thing away into the base for easy transport. As for this base, it sits securely on all kinds of surfaces to guarantee comfort and stability, and if you realize you’ve brought one too many chairs to the campsite, this one doubles as a side table, easily converting for your convenience.

Much like their famous hammock, the Eagles Nest Outfitters Lounger DL Camping Chair is constructed using 210D ripstop nylon you can trust to support you no matter how hard you collapse into your new camping chair. The aluminum frame is robust and boasts a useful addition of being adjustable so you can sit the kids or your shorter friends on it comfortably and no one feels left out.

It’s also super simple to set up. The shock-corded assembly makes it fast and efficient, so you can be the first one to kick back with a cold drink on the campsite and give everyone half-useless advice on how to put up their tent. As the sun shifts through the evening, you can take advantage of its lightweight design so you get optimum views, and can enjoy the campsite like you deserve.