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Up your campsite comfort with one of these reclining chairs.

Camping Chairs Tested and Reviewed

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Likeall camping gear, these comfort-oriented chairs come in a range of sizes, styles, and budgets.

The chairs durable materials and full body length add up to a heavier weight.

For elevated comfort on your next camping trip, the GCI Outdoors Zero Gravity chair earned our top pick.

GCI Outdoor Freeform Zero Gravity Lounger

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We love how easily we could maneuver the chair to our desired comfort.

It also comes with a plushadjustable pillowthat can be removed if desired.

The mesh fabric spans most of the chair and keeps things ventilated.

A person lounges in the GCI Outdoor Freeform Zero Gravity Lounger

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Overall, the fabric also felt very durable, and it did a great job at wicking away moisture.

The weight and lack of carry straps make it less portable than others.

For all-day lounging in the outdoors, the Timber Ridge Zero Gravity topped our list for its lasting comfort.

A soda can is placed in the cup rest of the GCI Outdoor Freeform Zero Gravity Lounger

We found that the oversized recliner perfectly shapes and supports the body.

We also love the adjustable headrest and the option to have a folding side table and cup holder.

A rocking chair isnt just for the front porch.

A person lifts the GCI Outdoor Freeform Zero Gravity Lounger

We found the seat and back of the chair to be taut, yet supportive.

The chair also features a phone pocket and cup holder for handy storage and convenience.

We needed a place to rest our feet to get the full comfort of the reclining position.

The GCI Outdoor Freeform Zero Gravity Lounger before use

The Nemo Stargaze Camp Chair combines the support of a recliner with the serenity of a swaying hammock.

We love the rocking feature this chair offers and how comfortable it is to gently swing while seated.

But at nearly eight pounds, its far from a backpacker-friendly design.

The head rest on the GCI Outdoor Freeform Zero Gravity Lounger

In the real world, we tested them based on the same factors in our backyards and at parks.

Some reclining models simply fold in half while others can be disassembled and stored in a carry bag.

If traveling by RV or car camping, the weight and volume may not be an obstacle.

The leg rest lever on the GCI Outdoor Freeform Zero Gravity Lounger

Whereas campers traveling some distance on foot or by canoe might opt for lighter and more compact models.

Higher chairs can mean easier in and out while ventilation keeps air flowing to stay comfy in warmer weather.

Chairs with lumbar support and leg or footrests are better bets for lasting comfort while lounging.

A person lounges in the GCI Outdoor Freeform Zero Gravity Lounger

Why Trust Travel + Leisure

Kevin Brouillardis a writer specializing in outdoor gear and apparel.

He is a regular camper upstate in New York and used his experience relaxing outdoors to compile this list.

A soda can is placed in the cup rest of the GCI Outdoor Freeform Zero Gravity Lounger

A person lifts the GCI Outdoor Freeform Zero Gravity Lounger

The GCI Outdoor Freeform Zero Gravity Lounger before use

The head rest on the GCI Outdoor Freeform Zero Gravity Lounger

The leg rest lever on the GCI Outdoor Freeform Zero Gravity Lounger

TIMBER RIDGE Zero Gravity Chair

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Timber Ridge Zero Gravity Lounge Chair displayed with camping gear

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Person lifting the Timber Ridge Zero Gravity Lounge Chair

Person folding the Timber Ridge Zero Gravity Lounge Chair

Closeup of a person adjusting the bottom of the Timber Ridge Zero Gravity Lounge Chair

Person unfolding the Timber Ridge Zero Gravity Lounge Chair

Timber Ridge Zero Gravity Lounge Chair displayed with camping gear

Person lifting the Timber Ridge Zero Gravity Lounge Chair

Person folding the Timber Ridge Zero Gravity Lounge Chair

Closeup of a person adjusting the bottom of the Timber Ridge Zero Gravity Lounge Chair

Person unfolding the Timber Ridge Zero Gravity Lounge Chair

GCI Outdoor Kickback Rocker Chair

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A person sits on the GCI Outdoor Kickback Rocker Chair

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A person sits in the GCI Outdoor Kickback Rocker Chair

A person unfolds the GCI Outdoor Kickback Rocker Chair

A person carries the GCI Outdoor Kickback Rocker Chair

The legs on the GCI Outdoor Kickback Rocker Chair

The GCI Outdoor Kickback Rocker Chair on grass

A person sits on the GCI Outdoor Kickback Rocker Chair

A person sits in the GCI Outdoor Kickback Rocker Chair

A person unfolds the GCI Outdoor Kickback Rocker Chair

A person carries the GCI Outdoor Kickback Rocker Chair

The legs on the GCI Outdoor Kickback Rocker Chair

The GCI Outdoor Kickback Rocker Chair on grass

NEMO NEMO Stargaze Reclining Camp Chair

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NEMO Moonlite Reclining Camp Chair on a brown floor next to a backpack and a cooler

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NEMO Moonlite Reclining Camp Chair on grass next to a tent

A person taking the NEMO Moonlite Reclining Camp Chair out of the carry bag

A person putting the NEMO Moonlite Reclining Camp Chair together

A person assembling the NEMO Moonlite Reclining Camp Chair

A person sitting in the NEMO Moonlite Reclining Camp Chair

NEMO Moonlite Reclining Camp Chair on a brown floor next to a backpack and a cooler

NEMO Moonlite Reclining Camp Chair on grass next to a tent

A person taking the NEMO Moonlite Reclining Camp Chair out of the carry bag

A person putting the NEMO Moonlite Reclining Camp Chair together

A person assembling the NEMO Moonlite Reclining Camp Chair

A person sitting in the NEMO Moonlite Reclining Camp Chair