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A children’s camping chair should let its user sit comfortably without climbing into an adult-sized sling or balancing on the edge. Start with the child’s fit, then check the folding mechanism, stability and instructions. A bright colour is useful for finding the chair on a busy pitch, but it tells you little about any of those essentials.
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Choose around the child who will use it now
Have the child sit back in the chair with their knees bending comfortably over the front. Look for supported feet, either on the ground or on a footrest designed for that model. A deep seat that leaves the child perched forwards can be awkward even when the chair is technically within its stated age range.
A maximum load is a separate limit. It does not mean that every smaller child will fit, or that an adult below the limit should use a junior chair. Follow both the age guidance and the weight limit, and avoid buying a much larger chair simply to gain several years of use.
Look closely at the folding frame
An adult should open the chair fully and engage any locking mechanism before use. Keep small fingers away from hinges while unfolding and packing it. On the campsite, choose firm, level ground and check that all feet sit properly before the child settles in.
Explain that the chair is for sitting: standing on the seat, rocking on the rear legs or using the arms as climbing handles can overturn it. Position it away from cooking equipment and through routes. A cup holder is better used for a cool drink than a hot mug within easy grabbing distance.
Two designs worth comparing
The Regatta Isla children’s chair has a stated 29 cm seat height, a leg locking mechanism and a 50 kg maximum load. Its compact scale makes the seat-height check particularly relevant. You can check the Regatta Isla listing on Amazon UK; confirm the selected model, since Isla and Isla II listings may appear together.
The Outwell Catamarca Junior takes a different approach, with a footrest adjustable between two heights. Outwell recommends it for ages three to eight and specifies a 50 kg maximum load. Those figures are manufacturer guidance, not a substitute for checking your own child’s fit.
Make it practical for a family trip
- Try it beside your camping table: the child should reach the tabletop without leaning far forwards.
- Check whether muddy feet will rest against the seat fabric when the chair is folded.
- Label the carry bag so it returns to the right chair.
- Allow the chair to dry before storing it after a wet weekend.
For a short walk to the pitch, a simple lightweight chair may be easiest. For longer evenings outside, supported feet and comfortable back support can matter more than shaving a little weight. The useful purchase is the chair your child can sit in properly today.
For meals, pair that fit check with our guide to adjustable-height camping tables. If you are packing for younger children, our toddler camping checklist also helps plan the rest of the pitch.
Continue with our camping chair buying guide.
Reviewed 10 September 2026. This guide is based on published specifications and guidance.