Trusted Suppliers

More Sites to the Great Outdoors

• Trailer Tent Guide

Water Canteens, Carriers, and Bladders for Wilderness Camping.

CamelBak® Long-Neck Water Beast™ Reservoir

In the backcountry, you will need a way to transport water. One way is in a traditional water canteen. Military surplus canteens are inexpensive, rugged and and very handy. You can attach them to the hip belt of most backpacks to keep the weight well centered. Also available are military surplus canteen cups and cup stoves that the canteen nests into for transport (see camp stoves for more information). Another type of canteen like container is a bottle made of hard plastic or metal. They come in different sizes with different carriers. Lastely, there are many different types of water bladders. These are rubberized, flexable containers that most often come with a drink tube and bite valve on the end of the tube. Using a water bladder allows you to sip on water while you hike without having to stop. Many backpacks come with their own water bladder and drink tube, and you can always retro fit your backpack with one. Just make sure to put it as close to your back inside your pack as possible to make it easier to carry.