Online camping gear store

Weekend campers, hikers, families and road trippers who shop online and want advice from a specialist.

You earn the markup between wholesale and retail price on each item sold, plus extra from bundles such as a starter camping kit.

• Knowing camping gear well
• Basic online store setup
• Product photos and descriptions
• Order and stock tracking

• Sales tax rules for online sales differ by state, check with your state revenue department
• Big retailers sell the same brands cheaply, so focus on a niche and good advice
• Some brands require minimum orders or limit who can resell, check the terms
• Check home occupation, HOA or lease rules if you store stock at home
• Returns on bulky items can be costly, set a clear return policy

Startup costs are typically around $1,500 to $8,000, depending on whether you hold stock at home or use dropshipping from wholesalers, and on your store setup. Check brand terms for minimum orders before you commit.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $500 to $5,000, depending on your niche, pricing and marketing. Big retailers sell the same brands cheaply, so a niche and good advice matter. This is revenue, not profit.

Check sales tax rules for online sales with your state revenue department. Also check brand terms on minimum orders or reseller limits, home occupation, HOA or lease rules if you store stock at home, and set a clear return policy for bulky items.