11 of the Best Coolers for Campers

11 of the Best Coolers for Campers

Every camper has at least one, whether it’s currently keeping their beer cold or collecting dust in the garage. But 100 years ago, coolers weren’t a thing. In fact, it wasn’t until 1953 that the patent for the “Portable Ice Chest and the Like” was filed by an Illinois man, Richard C. Laramy. Just a year later, Coleman would invent the noun “cooler” and start experimenting with a new material, plastic. The first portable ice chests were metal or foam, and they had one job: keep food from spoiling. 

These days, it’s easy to find a cooler for every occasion, and they’re packed with fun features like backpack straps, built-in bottle openers, wheels, cupholders, fish rulers and even USB ports. They also keep food colder than ever, for longer than ever. (Pro tip: maximize your ice retention by following these cooler packing recommendations from the friendly folks at YETI.) Since there are literally hundreds of models to choose from, we’ve put together a list of some of the most highly-rated. So, whether you’re going fishing and want a cold beer to celebrate your trophy trout, or you’re hosting half of the campground at your site for a potluck, here are 11 of the best coolers money can buy.

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