Never underestimate the capabilities of high quality camp cup. Use it for your breakfast oats or morning coffee, afternoon tea, evening dinner portion or nightly hot chocolate around the campfire. The right camp cup can do it all. But the right mug for backpacking may not be the right mug for car camping—or walking the dog for that matter. With this in mind, we've scoured the internet for the best camping mugs available, whether you're looking for an ultralight companion for backcountry camping trips, or a sturdy travel mug for use around town. And everything in between.
The following camp cups are our top picks. No gimmicks like collapsible coffee cups, tumblers, or discount specials from Amazon—just tried and true designs from well trusted brands.
One last thing: the difference between single wall and double wall vacuum insulated mugs is huge—and one isn't necessarily better than the other. It's more situationally dependent. And up to personal preference. A single wall stainless steel or titanium camping mug will be much lighter in weight and capable of being used over an open flame (meaning you can boil water directly in your mug). But the single wall design means it won't retain heat for very long. If temperature retention is your main goal, double wall should be your go-to.
Regardless, titanium will always be the lightest and strongest—but most expensive—option. Stainless steel is a nice middle ground. While some lightweight, insulated plastic options exist, too. From the following 15, everyone oughta be able to find something that fits their criteria for good design, great functionality, and even sometimes, affordable budget (sometimes).
