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It’s time for the annual REI 4th of July Sale! Which means tons of camping and backpacking gear is on sale! So we rounded up 12 items we think are worth a look AND can be bought with a solid discount this Independence Day. Bonus: these items are also more sustainable options. So if you need some new gear, now’s the time. Don’t forget to check for used gear on REI Re/Supply! And check out our favorite deals from the Backcountry 4th of July sale happening right now, too!
The 12 Best Backpacking and Camping Deals at the REI 4th of July Sale
REI Co-op Zephyr 25 Sleeping Bag
We love these new bags for one main reason: Sizes! This backpacking-friendly bag is tolerably light, but its main draw is that it’s available in 9 sizes. NINE! From short and narrow to tall and wide, no matter your body type you’re bound to (finally) have a bag that fits! And it’s currently 30% off.
REI Co-op Flash Air 2 Tent
While we haven’t tested this ultralight tent yet, we will soon! And we’re stoked to find a UL backpacking tent made of recycled materials. There’s also a 1-person version available. It’s 30% off right now.
REI Co-op Flexlite Air Chair
Looking for a sustainable camp chair that’s also nice and light? This is your chair. Score 30% off.
Kammok Roo Double Recycled
We love the Kammok crew and have tested several of their products, including the Mantis camping hammock. Suffice it to say, it’s our favorite hammock, in part because of its recycled materials, but also because of the robust warranty. (The Swiftlet hammock stand is on sale, too.) Score 25% off.
Ignik Gas Growler
Maybe you’ve seen our review of the Ignik FireCan? We’re big fans. And the refillable Gas Growler offers a more sustainable way to power it, but also any camp stove or other propane-powered gear you have. It’s portable and there are no wasteful green canisters required. It’s currently 25% off.
AeroPress Go
We love coffee. And the AeroPress Go is our number one go-to coffee making device for camping and road trips, but also at home. It’s 30% off.
RovR RollR 45 Cooler
The RovR RollR is our fave cooler of all time. We love that it’s bear-resistant, has a dry bin to keep things from getting soggy, and is customizable thanks to add-ons like cutting boards and cup holders. It’s 25% off.
Deuter Speed Lite CV 23 Pack
We recently reviewed this daypack and love how functional and lightweight it is, not to mention sustainable and PFAS-free. It’s currently 25% off.
GSI Outdoors Halulite Minimalist II Cookset
Love to camp or backpack solo? Check out this lightweight and minimalistic cookset for one. It includes everything you need to rehydrate and enjoy your dehydrated backpacking meals. You’ll save 25%.
Injinji Trail Midweight Mini-Crew Socks
You know we’re all about barefoot shoes here at Terradrift. And inside those shoes? Injinji socks. They’re comfy, help prevent blisters, and many styles are made with recycled materials. You don’t even have to be a barefoot enthusiast to enjoy them! They’re 25% off.
LuminAID Inflatable Lantern
If there’s one light source we always take with us on every camping trip, it’s our trusty LuminAID. We like the Survivor best because we can also use it to charge our cell phones! It’s 25% off right now.
Big Agnes Tiger Wall UL2 Solution Dyed
We love our Big Agnes Tiger Wall. It’s a fabulous ultralight tent that’s also sustainable! And now it’s 40% off. It’s a whopping 40% off!
REI 4th of July Sale Bottom Line
Find some new gear that’ll make your outdoor adventures more enjoyable? Let us know! Remember not to over consume, buy used when you can, support sustainable brands, and then get outside and wander on!
Alisha is a freelance outdoor journalist and photographer based in Ogden, UT. She loves backpacking, hiking, mountain biking, kayaking and snowboarding (even though she’s terrible at it). She’s also pretty sure she’s addicted to coffee. alishamcdarris.com