If you’ve been around camping, hunting culture, fishing culture, or general “I’d rather be outside” life for any length of time, you’ve probably walked into a Cabela’s and immediately lost track of time. It’s one of the big-name outdoor retailers with a huge spread of gear that lines up well with RV life and off-grid living.

I’ve personally shopped Cabela’s over the years for camping essentials and practical outdoors gear. When you know what you’re hunting for (and you don’t get distracted by every aisle), it’s a solid place to build out a reliable kit.

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Cabela’s is basically a one-stop browse for a lot of categories that RVers overlap with, especially when you’re doing more than serviced campgrounds.

What they carry (big picture)

• Camping: tents, sleep systems, cooking, lighting, camp comfort.
• Fishing: rods, reels, tackle, tools.
• Boating: safety, accessories, and on-water gear.
• Outdoor Rec: general outdoor essentials for travel days and basecamp days.
• Clothing + footwear: layers that actually handle weather swings.
• Home + Bargain Cave: where you sometimes find the “why is this so cheap” deal.

I’ve bought camping gear, practical outdoors items, and durable clothing here more times than I can count. The upside is selection and “I can compare a bunch of options without opening 14 tabs.” The downside is simple: some items are pricey, and quality depends on the specific product line.

If you’re building an off-grid plan, power is either your best friend or the thing that ruins your weekend. A tri-fuel inverter option is worth looking at if you want flexibility depending on what’s available where you travel.

• Best for: boondocking, emergency backup, higher-demand power needs.
• Why it matters: flexibility + a power plan that isn’t held hostage by one fuel type.
• Reality check: match the generator to your actual load, not your “maybe someday” load.

Shop Cabela’s camping and power gear

Even if you RV full-time, having a “basecamp tent” can be a sneaky good move. Extra sleeping space, gear storage, kid zone, or a dry place to keep stuff out of your rig.

• Best for: families, groups, extended stays, overflow space.
• Why it matters: it expands your usable space without changing your rig.
• Practical tip: always think wind + rain setup before you think “square footage.”

Browse Cabela’s tents and shelters

When you travel far enough off the main roads, cell coverage turns into a suggestion. A satellite communicator is one of those “hope you never need it” tools that feels very smart the day you do.

• Best for: remote camping, backroads travel, off-grid exploring.
• Why it matters: peace of mind when you’re out of service.
• Good pairing: keep a realistic plan for check-ins and travel days.

Shop safety and navigation gear at Cabela’s

• In-store is where Cabela’s shines: easier to compare gear and get eyes on it before buying.
• Online orders can be hit-or-miss: shipping and carrier issues come up in complaints more than product complaints.
• Price varies wildly: some categories are premium-priced, while sales and the Bargain Cave can be surprisingly good.
• Quality depends on the product line: treat it like any large retailer and read details before buying.

• RVers building a better campsite kit: shelter, cooking, lighting, and comfort items.
• Off-grid and boondock campers: power planning, safety tools, and preparedness gear.
• Seasonal travelers: clothing layers and footwear built for weather swings.
• Deal hunters: people who watch sales and scoop the right items at the right time.