Market overview
The global camping equipment market is worth USD 25.4 bn in 2026 and is forecast to reach USD 45.6 bn by 2036, growing at a 6.0% CAGR. United States is the largest country market and Tents and shelters is the largest by product segment.
| Scope | Equipment for recreational camping: tents, sleeping bags and mats, backpacks, stoves, camp furniture, lighting and cookware sold to consumers. |
|---|---|
| Industry | Consumer Product |
| Value 2025 | USD 24.0 bn |
| Value 2026 | USD 25.4 bn |
| Value 2036 | USD 45.6 bn |
| CAGR 2026-2036 | 6.0% |
| Volume 2026 | 272 million units |
| Volume 2036 | 419 million units |
| Average price 2026 | USD 93.7 per unit |
| Report price | Starts from USD 1,999 |
| Published | November 2026 |
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Camping Equipment market size and forecast, 2026-2036
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| Year | Market value |
|---|---|
| 2026 | USD 25.4 bn |
| 2027 | USD 27.0 bn |
| 2028 | USD 28.6 bn |
| 2029 | USD 30.3 bn |
| 2030 | USD 32.1 bn |
| 2031 | USD 34.0 bn |
| 2032 | USD 36.1 bn |
| 2033 | USD 38.3 bn |
| 2034 | USD 40.5 bn |
| 2035 | USD 43.0 bn |
| 2036 | USD 45.6 bn |
Camping Equipment market segmentation
By product
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tents and shelters | 26.0% | 25.2% | USD 6.6 bn | 5.7% |
| Sleeping bags and pads | 18.0% | 17.4% | USD 4.6 bn | 5.7% |
| Backpacks | 16.0% | 14.8% | USD 4.1 bn | 5.2% |
| Stoves and cookware | 12.0% | 12.2% | USD 3.1 bn | 6.2% |
| Camp furniture | 14.0% | 15.6% | USD 3.6 bn | 7.2% |
| Lighting and other | 14.0% | 14.9% | USD 3.6 bn | 6.7% |
By channel
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Specialty outdoor retail | 36.0% | 30.8% | USD 9.2 bn | 4.3% |
| Online | 34.0% | 42.3% | USD 8.6 bn | 8.3% |
| Mass and sporting goods | 30.0% | 26.9% | USD 7.6 bn | 4.8% |
By camping style
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Car camping | 46.0% | 44.0% | USD 11.7 bn | 5.5% |
| Backpacking | 22.0% | 23.0% | USD 5.6 bn | 6.5% |
| Glamping and RV | 18.0% | 20.0% | USD 4.6 bn | 7.1% |
| Survival | 14.0% | 13.0% | USD 3.6 bn | 5.2% |
By season rating
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Three-season | 54.0% | 52.0% | USD 13.7 bn | 5.6% |
| Four-season | 26.0% | 26.0% | USD 6.6 bn | 6.0% |
| Summer lightweight | 20.0% | 22.0% | USD 5.1 bn | 7.0% |
By price tier
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Budget | 38.0% | 34.0% | USD 9.7 bn | 4.8% |
| Mid | 40.0% | 40.0% | USD 10.2 bn | 6.0% |
| Premium | 22.0% | 26.0% | USD 5.6 bn | 7.8% |
Top 25 countries for camping equipment by revenue
Countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales in the country, not by where the product is made. The ten largest hold 80.0% of 2026 revenue and the 25 countries below together hold 95.2%.
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| # | Country | Value 2026 | Share 2026 | Value 2036 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | USD 9.2 bn | 36.0% | USD 15.9 bn | 5.7% |
| 2 | China | USD 2.0 bn | 8.0% | USD 4.9 bn | 9.2% |
| 3 | Japan | USD 1.8 bn | 7.0% | USD 2.8 bn | 4.7% |
| 4 | Germany | USD 1.5 bn | 6.0% | USD 2.6 bn | 5.3% |
| 5 | United Kingdom | USD 1.3 bn | 5.0% | USD 2.1 bn | 5.1% |
| 6 | France | USD 1.0 bn | 4.0% | USD 1.7 bn | 5.2% |
| 7 | Canada | USD 1.0 bn | 4.0% | USD 1.8 bn | 5.7% |
| 8 | Australia | USD 1.0 bn | 4.0% | USD 1.8 bn | 5.7% |
| 9 | South Korea | USD 1.0 bn | 4.0% | USD 1.9 bn | 6.3% |
| 10 | Italy | USD 509 mn | 2.0% | USD 866 mn | 5.5% |
| 11 | Switzerland | USD 509 mn | 2.0% | USD 902 mn | 5.9% |
| 12 | Sweden | USD 509 mn | 2.0% | USD 902 mn | 5.9% |
| 13 | Norway | USD 443 mn | 1.7% | USD 784 mn | 5.9% |
| 14 | Poland | USD 318 mn | 1.2% | USD 679 mn | 7.9% |
| 15 | Spain | USD 285 mn | 1.1% | USD 506 mn | 5.9% |
| 16 | Netherlands | USD 280 mn | 1.1% | USD 497 mn | 5.9% |
| 17 | Austria | USD 229 mn | 0.9% | USD 405 mn | 5.9% |
| 18 | Finland | USD 214 mn | 0.8% | USD 378 mn | 5.9% |
| 19 | New Zealand | USD 188 mn | 0.7% | USD 333 mn | 5.9% |
| 20 | Argentina | USD 178 mn | 0.7% | USD 378 mn | 7.8% |
| 21 | Mexico | USD 168 mn | 0.7% | USD 355 mn | 7.8% |
| 22 | Denmark | USD 165 mn | 0.7% | USD 292 mn | 5.8% |
| 23 | Chile | USD 135 mn | 0.5% | USD 251 mn | 6.4% |
| 24 | Belgium | USD 132 mn | 0.5% | USD 237 mn | 6.0% |
| 25 | Thailand | USD 127 mn | 0.5% | USD 269 mn | 7.8% |
| Rest of world | USD 1.2 bn | 4.8% | USD 2.1 bn | 5.6% |
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Competitive landscape
Group 1: Global leaders
- Decathlon
- Newell Brands
- VF Corporation
- Johnson Outdoors
- Amer Sports
Group 2: Regional and specialist players
- Snow Peak
- Big Agnes
- Cascade Designs
- Hilleberg
- Helinox
- Vaude
- Kelty
- Marmot
- Black Diamond Equipment
- Sea to Summit
Group 3: Emerging and niche players
- Naturehike
- NEMO Equipment
- Kovea
- Zpacks
- Gossamer Gear
- BioLite
- Tentsile
Research methodology
Every figure on this page comes from the research framework that we apply to all of the markets we cover. The 2025 base for the camping equipment market is built from the volume sold and the price that buyers pay, and is cross-checked against the size of the wider industry the market belongs to. Where a market can be sized in more than one way, the routes are compared before a figure is set.
The forecast runs year by year from the 2025 base to 2036. Growth in each year reflects demand from the industries that buy the product, adoption of new technology, pricing, regulation and replacement cycles. Volume and price are modelled together, so revenue in each year equals volume multiplied by average price. The 2026 to 2036 compound annual growth rate of 6.0% is calculated from the resulting values.
The market is divided by product, by channel, by camping style, by season rating, by price tier. The 25 largest countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales to buyers in each country, not by where the product is made. Segment values and country values add up to the market total in every year, and every report is checked for consistency before it is published.
Companies are placed in three groups: global leaders, regional and specialist players, and emerging and niche players. The groups describe how companies compete in the market. They are not a ranking and they are not market shares.
Our analysts also carry out primary research. Customized reports add interviews with key opinion leaders, such as senior executives, technical specialists and buyers, to test the assumptions behind the numbers for the question being asked.
Frequently asked questions
How big is the camping equipment market?
The global camping equipment market is estimated at USD 24.0 bn in 2025 and USD 25.4 bn in 2026.
How fast will the camping equipment market grow?
It is forecast to reach USD 45.6 bn by 2036, a compound annual growth rate of 6.0% from 2026, an increase of USD 20.1 bn.
Which country is the largest market for camping equipment?
United States is the largest market by revenue at USD 9.2 bn in 2026, 36.0% of the global total. The three largest countries together hold 51.0%.
Which country is growing fastest?
Among the ten largest markets, China is growing fastest at 9.2% a year from 2026 to 2036.
Which camping equipment segment is largest?
In the by product split, Tents and shelters is the largest segment with 26.0% of 2026 revenue.
Who are the leading camping equipment companies?
Global leaders include Decathlon, Newell Brands, VF Corporation, Johnson Outdoors.
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