Camping Water Filter: Outdoor Water Filters and Purifiers

A Camping water filter is an important tool for any outdoor enthusiast planning a trip in the backcountry. Whether your trip will be long or short, clean, safe drinking water is important. At Hunting Camping Deals, we sell a variety of reliable camping water filters ideal for removing dangerous bacteria and other contaminants from drinking water while on an outdoor expedition. Whether you are looking for a large portable water filter to use when setting up a base camp for many people or a small water bottle ideal for establishing clean drinking water on the trail or during short camping trips, we are your one stop shop for discount water filters and accessories for camping. With a broad selection of camping water filters, including Katadyn water filters and Katadyn microfilters, you are sure to find the filter ideal for you outside water filtration needs.

Why You Need a Camping Water Filter

While water from a stream may look clean and refreshing, dangerous micro-organisms and other heavy metals can be found in much of the worlds fresh water. Micro-organisms and other contaminants enter fresh water systems through a number of sources including from animal and human feces, industrial plant waste, and through agriculture runoff. The following are some of the most common contaminates found in water that can be removed with the use of a camping water filter or water purifier from Hunting Camping Deals.

Protozoans: Protozoans are single-celled animal organisms that are anywhere from 1 to 15 microns in size. These evolved micro-organisms enter drinking water through animal and human excrements and can envelope themselves in a membrane until finding a host. Common protozoas that can be found in fresh water supplies include Amoeobiasis, Giardia lamblia, and Cryptosporidium. It is important to buy a camping water filter to remove these large contaminates from water to make it clean and safe for drinking, washing, and even bathing.
Bacteria: Bacteria are micro-organisms that are between 0.2 and 5 microns in size. Types of bacteria that are commonly found in drinking water include E-coli, Salmonella, and Cholera. While these dangerous bacteria are very common as they reproduce rapidly in warm environments, these are easy to remove with a quality water filter because of their larger size. Any of our camping water filters and purifiers can be used to remove bacteria from drinking water, making it safer to drink.
Viruses: Viruses are the smallest micro-organism that contaminate drinking water ranging in size from about 0.02 to 0.2 microns. Some common viruses that can be found in water include Hepatitis A, Norwalk Virus, Rotavirus, and Polivirus. Many believe that viruses are not a major concern for campers and hikers in backcountry camps around the United States as they are most commonly found in developing countries. In addition, some viruses will attach themselves to larger particles and can be removed with a standard water filter. However, in general, viruses themselves are too small to be filtered out with most regular camping water filters and therefore, can only be removed using a water purifier or with chemical sanitization.

Choosing the Best Camping Water Filter

When you are buying a camping water filter for a camping, hiking, or backpacking trip, it is important to look at several characteristics to determine that you are buying the best camping water filter for your needs. The following are some considerations that you will need to make before you buy a new camping water filter from Hunting Camping Deals.

Water Filter Pore-Size: Smaller pore sizes will remove more micro-organisms from the water. However, when using a microfilter you may need to use an additional pre-filter to remove excess particles that can quickly clog filters.
Water Filter Material: Camping water filters can be made of either ceramic or fiberglass each with their own set of advantages and disadvantages. Learn more about these filter materials on our Katadyn Water Filter page.
Water Filter Weight: You will want a lighter water filter if you plan on hiking or backpacking with your portable water filter.
Water Filter Size and Water Output: You should determine the number of people for which you will be using your water filter in order to determine the ideal size and water output of your camping water filter.
Water Filter Maintenance and Filter Replacement: It is a good idea to consider the availability of replacement filters and other parts before buying a new water filter. At Hunting Camping Deals, we sell a number of water filter accessories and replacement filters in order to keep your filter in good working condition.