Author
Kat Englishman
Hear us out: collapsible wagons are the unsung heroes of any good car camping trip, a day at the beach, sun-soaked afternoon in the park, or family sporting event. Why? Because this uncomplicated gear makes for a smooth start when hauling your heaviest gear from the car to your destination and back. No, these folding wagons aren’t dorky and you haven’t gone soft, collapsible wagons are a convenient mode of transportation that shaves time off your setup and eliminates unnecessary stress while transporting a bulky and heavy load. That means more fun and less stress—when you think about it, it’s actually quite savvy.
Totable travelers also act as storage-on-wheels. A far cry from yesterday’s rusty Radio Flyer, these modern day utility wagons come packed with features, so look out for one with a durable yet lightweight construction that’s simple to set up, fold down, and made to move over uneven terrain—beach wagons are especially helpful in this category. Extras like easy-to-clean material and additional modes of storage don’t hurt either.
Ready to begin your next adventure with fewer trips back and forth to the car? Here are the best collapsible wagon carts for hauling gear.
7 Best Folding Wagons for Camping, Beach Days, Gardening, and More
L.L.Bean Collapsible Wagon
With an adjustable handle, mesh cup holders, spacious and detachable pockets, L.L.Bean’s roomy utility cart has burly all-terrain wheels to effortlessly roll over rough, natural surfaces and a foldable powder-coated steel frame for easy transportation. The perfect garden wagon, beach utility cart, and camping assistant, happily haul your gear through sand, dirt, or anywhere you please.
Price: $199
Backcountry Stoic Essentials Half Folding Wagon
Available in black, olive, and a fun, bold print, this collapsible wagon is a more stylish option without skimping on the important features like, a basket with plenty of storage space and a weight capacity of 180lb, large all-terrain wheels, and lightweight aluminum frame. It’s easy to transport, whether used as a outdoor garden cart, camping wagon, or beach wagon—and looks good doing it all.
Price: $100 $75
Tupelo Heavy Duty Camping Wagon
We appreciate Tupelo’s diversion from the standard black or fire engine red cover to a modern pale yellow just as much as we do its impressive weight capacity of over 175 pounds. Combined with its lightweight, transportable construction, and three-year warranty, this heavy duty collapsible utility wagon is worth the high price tag.
Price: $249
Whitsunday Folding Wagon
There’s a lot to love about this feature-rich collapsible wagon: the telescopic spring-loaded handle designed to stay off the ground, an extra-long, foldable tailgate to maximize space and accessibility, and two oversized front wheels placed close together to avoid getting caught or dragged through deep sand. If you always have your hands full, Whitsunday’s outdoor wagon is a durable yet lightweight solution.
Price: $169
Mac Sports Double Decker Wagon
Ideal for the multi-sport adventurer, the luxury car camper, and of course, the creative outdoors family, Mac Sports heavy duty wagon has a clever two-tiered design perfect for those who tote around tons of stuff. Load up the top basket made with a durable water repellent fabric (or use wagon straps to double the capacity) and use the bottom shelf to stow longer items like tents or beach umbrellas for hands-free transportation. If this large capacity foldable wagon isn’t the right size, check out their Classic Mac Wagon for a lighter, low profile option instead.
Price: $150
Decathlon Quechua Folding Cart
A great budget-friendly option that looks good and lightens your load for less than $100, this folding wagon cart is compact yet sturdy enough to haul up to 110 pounds. As an added bonus, the small size means there’s even more room to store all your car camping gear in the trunk.
Price $80
Seina SUW-200 Wagon
When the location doesn’t call for a burly wagon with oversized front wheels but you’re still hauling a load and need to keep at least one hand free, keep things simple and small with Seina’s modest collapsible wagon. With a sturdy polyester fabric basket, telescoping handle, and tight turning radius, this minimalist wagon is easy to maneuver and with a weight capacity of 100+ pounds, take it with you for laidback day trips to the local park or adventures around town.
Price: $70
Published 10-06-2022
