With a camp table, it’s hard to get both portability and usefulness. Go ultralight and you lose surface area and height. Go for a large, comfortable table and you lose space and add weight in the vehicle.
The Naturehike folding table sits in between. It’s light enough to carry a short distance, and it has enough space and height for preparing a meal or eating at. I’ve been using it on recent trips to see how well that middle ground works.
What’s in the box
A sturdy, portable folding camp table made from 6063 aviation-grade aluminium alloy, with a 52 cm by 38 cm top, a height of 41 cm and a load capacity of 55 kg.
What we like
- 55 kg load capacity
- Large surface area 52 x 38 cm
- Lightweight at only 1600 g
- Sturdy 6063-T6 aluminium alloy
- Height is practical 41 cm
What we don’t
- Not ideal for ultralight hikers
- Heavier than micro tables
- Pricey for smaller table
Quick Specs
| Spec | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Naturehike |
| Material | 6063 aluminium alloy |
| Colour | Grey |
| Weight | 1.6 kg |
| Max load | 55 kg |
| Size set up | 52 × 38 × 41 cm |
| Features | Cross-structure support for high load-bearing |
First look
The Naturehike folding table arrives in a thick, strong carry bag, which I like. All the parts feel solid, not flimsy like some very cheap tables we’ve tried. It goes together in about four steps: the legs open on a shock cord, and the aluminium top rolls out and clips on.
The 52 cm by 38 cm top is generous. It takes a small gas stove and a full dinner plate at the same time. The 41 cm height is more practical too: I can reach it from a normal camping chair without leaning far forward. It feels very sturdy.
Materials & Build QualityMaterials & Build Quality
Naturehike built this table to be strong and to last. Everything, from the roll-up top to the cross-braced frame, is 6063 aviation-grade aluminium alloy, which is light and resists corrosion and dirt. The cross-braced frame is what lets it carry 55 kg, a lot more than most compact tables.
The slats of the top fit together snugly, so the surface is smooth, without gaps, and easy to wipe clean after dinner. Even the carry bag is thick and well stitched. That counts when gear is packed and unpacked all the time.
Ergonomics & WeightErgonomics & Weight
At 1.6 kg the Naturehike folding table is heavier than a true lightweight backpacking model, but it’s built for comfort and usefulness. The 41 cm height makes a big difference compared with low 25 cm tables. It’s far more comfortable around camp, especially with normal-height camping chairs. The top (52×38 cm) is big enough for two people to eat at, or for one person to use as a full prep area for the camp kitchen.
For a table this size, it packs small. Compare it with a smaller table like the Trekology folding table (816 g, 40×34.5 cm and 29 cm high): the Naturehike gives you a much larger top and an extra 12 cm of height, and packs away almost as neatly.
Performance & FeaturesPerformance & Features
What stands out about this Naturehike folding table is how stable and strong it is. The cross-braced frame pops into place easily. I could put real weight on it, including a very heavy water container, and it didn’t buckle or wobble. The 55 kg capacity is a big plus if you want it to hold a large water dispenser or a bulky cooking setup.
Being aluminium, it doesn’t mind the weather, and the top stays flat for cutting or careful work. It’s just as good as a place to lay out gear in a tent vestibule as it is for eating at.
Conclusion: Naturehike Camping Table MediumConclusion
The Naturehike folding table is a practical, full-use table that is still easy to carry. The 41 cm height and the 52 cm by 38 cm top make camp life easier, and the 55 kg capacity keeps it stable. At 1.6 kg it’s too heavy for ultralight hiking, and it’s pricey for a small table. Given that it packs almost as small as a backpacking table, it’s a very good choice for car camping.
A full-use table that packs almost as small as a backpacking table.
The 52 × 38 cm top sits at a comfortable 41 cm from a camp chair and holds 55 kg, in strong aluminium at 1.6 kg. It's too heavy for ultralight hiking, and pricey for a small table.
- Car campers
- Motorcycle tourers
- Solo trips
Yes. A 55 kg load rating, a practical 41 cm height and a 1.6 kg weight are hard to find in one table. It’s pricey for its size, so ultralight hikers are better off with a smaller table.
