Living full-time in an RV has taught me one thing above all: space is gold. You don’t realize how much stuff you don’t need until your floor space becomes your dining room, yoga mat, and toolbox all at once.
After years of road life across BC, Saskatchewan, and beyond, I’ve tested a ton of gear—and believe me, not all of it earns its spot in the trailer. These are the 10 underrated but totally clutch space-saving essentials that help keep our rig organized, our travels stress-free, and our adventures a little more comfortable.
1. Compact Cookware That Pulls Double Duty
RV kitchens are tight. Big frying pans? Nope. Wobbly plastic lids? Not happening. What you need is a stackable, all-in-one cookware solution that works on both the stove and campfire.
🔹 Overmont 16-Piece Camping Cookware Set
We use this one on repeat. It packs small, cleans up easy, and has everything you need in one kit.
👉 Check it out here – perfect for tiny RV kitchens →
2. Multi-Tool Sets That Replace a Toolbox
If you’ve ever had your axe, knife, and fire starter rolling around in your storage bay, you’ll get why this one’s a must.
🔹 Mossy Oak 15-Piece Axe & Knife Tool Set
From chopping kindling to slicing meat, this thing does it all—and stores flat in a compact carry case.
👉 Grab the ultimate survival set here →
3. Foldable Laundry Bag That Vanishes When Empty
You don’t notice how fast laundry piles up in an RV until your hallway disappears. We keep this collapsible laundry bag tucked in the closet until we need it, and it folds away when empty.
👉 Space-saving laundry solution right here →
4. Sherpa Blanket = Comfort
Whether you’re winter camping in BC or just dealing with those cool prairie nights, a Sherpa fleece blanket is gold. This one rolls up neatly and earns you extra comfy points!
5. Clemas Lantern: Bright, Rechargeable, Compact
When power is limited, and your rig’s lighting is meh at best, this lantern saves the day. Ours sits in the glove box and has helped us out more than once during power outages.
🔹 Clemas 14,000mAh Telescopic Lantern
Rechargeable, collapsible, and bright as heck.
6. Duffel Bags Built for RV Storage
Suitcases take up too much room. These custom duffel bags are flexible, lightweight, and fit under benches or in tight bins.
👉 Explore all-purpose duffels here →
7. Stackable Mugs + Premium Coffee = Win-Win
Coffee is non-negotiable in our RV—and we don’t settle for instant. These 15oz mugs are durable, easy to store, and paired with our small-batch blends? Campground bliss.
🔹 Favorites: Bitterroot Dark Roast, Trapper Peak Decaf
👉 Shop RV-friendly coffee gear →
8. Fleece Pajamas That Pack Down Small
You don’t need a dresser full of clothes. Just one or two comfy, cozy go-tos that pack light and wash well.
We live in our pajama pants and hoodie combos during cool nights.
9. Hammock That Works Overtime
We use our flat-folding hammock for relaxing, drying towels, and occasionally—stashing gear. You’d be surprised how many ways one hammock can serve an RV lifestyle.
👉 Get your multi-use hammock here →
10. Smart Storage = Sanity
This last one isn’t a product—it’s a mindset. Whether it's magnet strips for knives or Velcroed remotes, the more creative you get with space, the less chaotic life on the road becomes. Our store’s full of gear that supports that idea.
Final Thoughts: You Don’t Need More Space—You Need Smarter Gear
After thousands of miles and dozens of campground setups, one thing's for sure: it’s not about having more stuff. It’s about having the right stuff. Every item in this list earns its keep in our rig—and we’ve got the road-tested stories to back it.
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