Camping Done Right: 7 Essential Outdoor Stores in Nebraska

Camping Done Right: 7 Essential Outdoor Stores in Nebraska

With so much to do outdoors in Nebraska, you’ll need to stock up on camping gear to make the most of your adventures. Whether you’re into simple or luxurious camping, there are plenty of places to find the necessary items to suit your needs. Here are seven essential outdoor stores in Nebraska to check out before your next outing.

1. Backwoods, Omaha, NE

This family-owned camping store offers an incredible selection of top-quality camping products. From camping essentials to outdoor cooking equipment, Backwoods in Omaha carries everything outdoor enthusiasts need to camp out in style. Campers can find the North Face tents, Bison coolers, and more. 

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2. Cabela’s, Multiple locations

With locations in Kearney, La Vista, and Sidney, Nebraska (the store in La Vista spans 128,000 square-feet!), Cabela’s is your one stop shop for camping. Experienced staff are ready to help you pick out a fantastic Yeti cooler or portable Coleman grill, and get the most out of your next adventure.

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3. The Moose’s Tooth, Lincoln, NE

The Moose’s Tooth is a small but well-stocked camping goods store in Lincoln. Locally owned with a knowledgeable staff, campers can find clothing and equipment from high-quality brands like Patagonia, North Face, and Chaco.

4. Canfield’s Sporting Goods, Omaha, NE

Canfield’s is a large outpost that offers a wide range of outdoor, sporting, and tactical gear. For campers, Canfield’s carries all of the gear needed for spending one night or many nights outdoors. From Marmot sleeping bags, to Ruff Wear goods, you can find it all at Canfield's.

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5. DICK’s Sporting Goods, Multiple locations

DICK’s Sporting Goods is a one-stop destination for sporting and camping goods from top brands like North Face, Yeti, and Columbia. With a variety of outdoor products, you can make sure you’re getting top of the line gear for an enjoyable camping season.

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6. SCHEELS, Lincoln and Omaha, NE

This top-notch retailer in Lincoln and Omaha is a sporting goods superstore that also carries an exceptional lineup of camping gear. From chairs and coolers to sleeping bags and tents, this spot carries some of the best brands in the business. Stop in and stock up on Coleman cooking gear, or for Mountainsmith trekking poles, backpacks, and more.

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7. Omaha Knife, La Vista, NE

Omaha Knife was founded in 2011 and started out as just an online business selling a few brands of axes and knives. It has since expanded as a retail store in La Vista and now offers the best quality knives and axe brands, camping accessories, sharpening systems, water filtration systems, and flashlights. Kershaw, Factor Equipment, Microtech, and Zero Tolerance are just a few of the notable brands Omaha Knife carries.