About Camping and Hiking

 

If your trail shoes are more worn-down than the trail itself, your sleeping bag has seen better days or you've been camping with a tent that leaks, it might be time to gear up. The camping and hiking category covers everything you need for life outdoors, from backpacks, trekking poles and hydration packs to tents, sleeping bags, camp cookware and technical apparel. Whether you're planning a weekend backpacking trip, a family campout or a day hike on a local trail, there's a lot to shop here. Gear purchases can add up fast, and Rakuten is the most rewarding way to shop: members can maximize savings by stacking Cash Back on top of store sales and coupons, so you never have to choose just one way to save.

Why Shop Through Rakuten for Camping and Hiking?

 

Camping and hiking gear is one of those categories where purchases range from small everyday items to serious investments you'll use for years. A quality tent or a well-fitted backpack isn't an impulse buy. Most shoppers know exactly what they need; they're just waiting for the right moment to pull the trigger.

Shopping through Rakuten means earning Cash Back on eligible camping and hiking purchases from participating stores. That Cash Back is stackable, too. You can layer it on top of store sales, seasonal promotions, loyalty rewards and any coupons or promo codes already available. Rakuten also surfaces verified coupon codes in one place, so you're not hunting across tabs right before checkout.

Whether you're refreshing everyday trail essentials or investing in a full setup for a longer adventure, Rakuten makes it easy to shop the brands you already love and get real value back on every eligible purchase.

How to Maximize Savings on Camping and Hiking

 

1. Start your shopping trip at Rakuten. Search for your store before heading to their website and activate Cash Back so your eligible purchase gets tracked.
2. Stack Cash Back with store sales and coupons. Rakuten Cash Back can often be combined with a store's existing promotions, giving you more than one way to save at the same time.
3. Time your purchase around seasonal sales events. End-of-season clearance sales in late summer and fall can bring significant discounts on tents, sleeping bags and apparel. Black Friday and Cyber Monday also tend to bring strong deals on outdoor gear.
4. Check for verified promo codes before checkout. Rakuten surfaces eligible coupon codes from participating stores, so you can apply a discount without hunting for one yourself.
5. Sign up for store loyalty programs. Many outdoor retailers have their own rewards programs that offer member-only pricing, early access to sales or points on purchases. These can be used alongside Rakuten Cash Back.
6. Shop end-of-season clearance sections. Outdoor gear is seasonal by nature, which means retailers regularly discount prior-season inventory to make room for new arrivals. It's a great time to stock up on items you know you'll use.
7. Use the Rakuten browser extension. It can notify you when Cash Back is available and remind you to activate it before you check out.

Top Picks in Camping and Hiking

 

1. Tents and shelters: Whether you need a lightweight backpacking tent for solo trips or a spacious family tent for car camping, shelters are one of the most-searched items in this category and a purchase where timing your buy around a sale can mean real savings.
2. Backpacks and daypacks: The right pack can make or break a day on the trail. Options range from ultralight daypacks for quick hikes to large-capacity multi-day packs built to carry everything you need for nights in the backcountry.
3. Sleeping bags and camp bedding: Sleeping bags, sleeping pads and camp pillows keep you warm and rested in the field. Temperature ratings, fill type and packability are all worth comparing before you buy.
4. Hiking footwear: Trail runners, hiking boots and waterproof shoes are some of the most personal purchases in this category since fit matters more than anything else. Many shoppers replace these annually or after a big mileage season.
5. Outdoor apparel and layering systems: Base layers, fleece midlayers, rain jackets and hiking pants round out any outdoor kit. Technical fabrics that manage moisture, block wind or insulate in cold conditions make these items more than just clothing.

Best Camping and Hiking by Use Case

 

Use Case	Best Product Types	What They Help With
Day hiking	Daypacks, trail runners, trekking poles and hydration packs	Comfort, support and staying fueled on the trail
Backpacking	Multi-day packs, ultralight tents, sleeping bags and camp stoves	Carrying everything you need over multi-day routes
Car camping	Family tents, camp furniture, sleeping pads and cookware sets	Comfort and convenience at a drive-up campsite
Cold-weather camping	Insulated sleeping bags, layering systems and four-season tents	Staying warm and dry in low temperatures
Trail running	Trail running shoes, lightweight hydration vests and GPS watches	Speed, stability and navigation on unpaved terrain
Family outdoor trips	Larger tents, kids' hiking gear, camp games and group cookware	Making outdoor adventures accessible and fun for the whole family

Camping and Hiking Stores to Love

 

Camping World
Camping World is a large outdoor retailer carrying a wide range of camping gear, RV supplies, tents, sleeping bags, camp furniture, outdoor cooking equipment and accessories for both casual campers and serious outdoor enthusiasts.

Bass Pro Shops
Bass Pro Shops carries camping gear, hiking equipment, outdoor apparel, footwear, coolers, fishing supplies and hunting gear, with a broad selection for people who spend a lot of time outside.

Cabela's
Cabela's is a well-known outdoor retailer with a deep selection of camping equipment, hunting and fishing gear, outdoor clothing, footwear, coolers and backcountry supplies.

The North Face
The North Face carries technical outdoor apparel, insulated jackets, base layers, hiking footwear, backpacks and sleeping bags designed for a wide range of conditions and activities.

L.L.Bean
L.L.Bean is a long-established outdoor brand carrying camping gear, hiking boots, outdoor clothing, backpacks, sleeping bags and a broad range of accessories for outdoor adventures of all kinds.

Patagonia
Patagonia carries performance outdoor apparel, including base layers, fleece, insulated jackets, rain gear and hiking clothing built for active use in varied conditions.

Osprey
Osprey is known for its backpacks, daypacks and travel bags, with a wide range of options designed for hiking, backpacking, trail running and everyday outdoor use.

How Does Rakuten Work?

 

Rakuten is the most rewarding way to shop, helping you earn Cash Back every time you buy your favorite products at thousands of stores, including some of the most popular Camping and Hiking brands. It's a simple way to get value back for shopping you're already doing. Here's how to start earning Cash Back:

1. Join Rakuten for free. Create a free Rakuten account online, in the app or through the browser extension.
2. Find a participating store. Search Rakuten for the store where you want to shop.
3. Activate Cash Back. Click through Rakuten before making your purchase.
4. Shop as usual. Complete your order on the store's website.
5. Get paid. Eligible Cash Back is added to your Rakuten account and paid out every three months via check, PayPal, Amex Membership Rewards Points or Bilt Points.

How is it free? Stores pay Rakuten to send them shoppers, and Rakuten shares that money with you as Cash Back. It's as simple as that!

Why Rakuten Is a Dependable Way to Shop for Camping and Hiking

 

Trustworthiness and reliability are the foundation of a rewarding customer experience. Here's how you know you can always count on Rakuten:

1. It has been around for decades. Rakuten has been helping shape the way people shop online since its founding in 1999.
2. It has a huge member base and has paid out billions of dollars. Rakuten has more than 17 million members and has paid out over $4.6 billion in Cash Back in the U.S.
3. It has strong user reviews. Rakuten has a 4.6 rating on Trustpilot with over 36,000 reviews, including more than 27,000 five-star reviews.
4. It has thousands of partners. Rakuten partners with over 3,500 stores in a huge range of shopping categories, including clothing, shoes, beauty, travel, electronics, pets, experiences and more.
5. It has a straightforward model. Rakuten's structure may seem confusing at first, but it's really quite simple: Stores pay Rakuten for sending them shoppers, and Rakuten shares that money with its members as Cash Back. That's it!
6. It has a clear payment schedule and multiple payout options. Rakuten pays its members their Cash Back every three months through one of four payment options: check, PayPal, American Express Membership Rewards points or Bilt Points.
7. It publishes its privacy policy and terms. Rakuten provides a formal privacy policy that explains how its tracking works when you click through to a store. The company also publishes terms and conditions for its browser extension that describe how extension-collected data is handled in accordance with its privacy policy.