Coolers & Drinkware for the Beach
RTIC beach gear is built for long days in the sun—designed to keep drinks cold and your setup simple from car to coast. Whether it’s a quick afternoon or a full weekend by the water, it’s gear that holds up to heat, sand, salt, and sun.
What makes a good beach cooler? Strong insulation, leakproof construction, and carry options built for sand, sun, and distance. Many coolers fail in direct heat or become hard to transport across the beach.
For all-day trips or groups, a beach cooler with wheels is a game changer. The 52 QT Ultra-Light Wheeled Cooler features all-terrain wheels that roll easily over soft sand and a 78-can capacity for full-day storage without constant refills.
For lighter packing, a portable beach cooler like the Ultra-Tough Soft Cooler offers fully insulated, waterproof performance with up to 50-can capacity—and it’s built to float.
For hands-free carry, the Ultra-Tough Backpack Cooler is ideal for longer walks from parking to shoreline.
Beach days run smoother when your cooler setup matches how you move, not just how much you pack.
What makes a good beach cooler setup:
- All-day ice retention in direct sun
- Leakproof, waterproof construction
- Sand- and salt-resistant materials
- Easy carry options (wheels, straps, or backpack)
Beach Coolers
Sale price: $96.75 to $159.00
Original price: $129.00 to $159.00
8 QT Road Trip Personal Cooler
Sale price: $44.25 to $59.99
Original price: $59.00 to $59.99
Sale price: $149.25 to $159.00
Original price: $199.00
Beach days are better when you’re not overpacking or juggling multiple bags across the sand.
An insulated beach bag works well for quick access to snacks, sunscreen, and towels. For longer walks or full-day setups, an insulated beach backpack
keeps everything organized and easy to carry.
The real upgrade? Gear that does both.
The 2-in-1 Chillout Bag combines a fully insulated cooler base with a multi-pocket top compartment. Translation: cold drinks on the bottom, dry gear up top, and you’re not juggling multiple bags across sand and boardwalks.
Smart packing is less about carrying more—and more about carrying things in a way that keeps the day simple.
Beach Bags
Sale price: $37.49 to $49.99
Original price: $49.99
Long hours in direct sun make insulation and hydration more important at the beach. Drinks warm up quickly in the heat, especially when bottles and tumblers aren’t designed for outdoor temperatures.
RTIC drinkware is built to keep water cold for hours, even in direct heat. With double-wall vacuum insulation, your drinks stay cold all day.
Whether it’s a leak-proof Journey Bottle, a Little Road Trip insulated kids’ tumbler, or a 1-Gallon Outback Jug for the whole group, there’s something for every kind of beach setup.
Reliable hydration matters most when you’re far from shade, ice, or easy refills.
What you get across the lineup:
- Ceramic-lined interiors to prevent metallic taste
- Double-wall insulation for long-lasting cold
- Durable stainless steel for outdoor use
- Leakproof lids that travel clean
Beach Drinkware
Sale price: $24.49 to $44.99
Original price: $34.99 to $44.99
Sale price: $11.89 to $29.99
Original price: $16.99 to $29.99
Sale price: $12.59 to $24.99
Original price: $17.99 to $24.99
Why the Right Beach Gear Matters
Beach days are hard on your gear. Strong sun, saltwater, and sand quickly wear down low-quality materials. Our Coolers, Bags, and Drinkware are designed for durable performance–even in coastal conditions.
Heat Protection: RTIC materials resist cracking, warping, and UV fading—so insulation performance holds up even in direct sunlight, keeping ice frozen longer.
Saltwater Resistance: Corrosion-resistant hardware, such as stainless steel hinges and silicone t-latches, is built to withstand salt exposure and sea spray without rusting or failing.
Sand Resistance: Leak-resistant closures and all-terrain wheels are engineered to minimize grit intrusion and stay smooth across soft sand.
Built to last in the most extreme coastal conditions—so your gear performs wherever the shoreline takes you.
About RTIC Beach Gear
We won’t claim to be beach day experts—but we’ve had enough long days in the sun to know what works and what doesn’t. A good beach day doesn’t happen by accident—it comes down to what you bring and how you set it up. Here are some frequently asked questions.
