From burrito-sized backpacking chairs to lux two-person loveseats, these camping chairs from Coleman, Eno and Nemo let you settle in wherever you go

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Summer is here, which means backyard barbecues, camping, soccer games, block parties, outdoor concerts and plenty of other events where the only spot to sit is the grass you’re standing on. You’re going to want a camp chair.

The name is a bit of a misnomer. Manufacturers use “camp chair” to describe most portable chairs that come in a bag, but you’ll find people deploying them everywhere from parades to tailgates. And they now come in every conceivable configuration, including featherweights that pack down as small as water bottles, and others that are practically folding couches.

Best overall:
Eno Lounger DL Chair

Best budget:
Coleman Portable Camp Chair