DISCLAIMER: The Graduate Footlocker is one big camping trunk. Check with your camp before buying it!
This trunk can withstand 800 pounds of pressure! Armored in our traditional steel exterior, the Graduate boasts incredible construction and doubles as a table, bench, stepstool, and a dresser, since campers usually ‘live out of’ their trunks during their summer stay.
With a cavernous interior to work with, you’ll have no problem packing in all your camp clothes, gear, and other supplies for camp stays that last three weeks or longer. C&N Footlockers are endorsed by more camps than any other camping trunk! If your camp can accommodate one this big, the Graduate is your trunk for camp.
We stand behind and on top of our footlockers
Built of a solid 3/8”, cabinet-grade plywood, we armor our trunks in steel and dress them in nickel-plated hardware including four crush-proof corners and a slew of clamps to provide structural integrity. Other trunk hardware includes the two basic wire loop latches that secure the lid to the base, the center handle and latch, the two double-wide side handles, two back hinges, and the lid stay on the right side which keeps the lid from falling too far back and damaging your trunk or falling down too fast and hurting your hand.
Camp expert and co-author of , Dr. Christopher Thurber had this to say on the topic of packing containers for camp: “You want something really sturdy, not the budget trunk you might get at a big box…store, but something you stand on because that’s what kids will do at camp and they don’t want to fall through.”
Yes, there are plenty of cheaper options than a traditional steel camping trunk. That’s because a C&N Trunk is more than just a container for your child's belongings. It’s a symbol of the summer camp experience—a tangible reminder of the memories made and friendships formed. It’s an investment that will continue serving your child far into the future. In fact, the trunk YOUR child takes to summer camp could very well be the trunk THEIR child takes to summer camp.
Outside the camp season, your camping trunk makes a cool addition to your bedroom! Store seasonal clothing, valuables, and keepsakes until next camp season comes around!
Like memories of camp, this trunk will last many years into the future for your child to look back on with nostalgia, bring to dorm rooms, first apartments, new homes, and eventually pass on to their children. Our trunks are an investment that your family can use for generations to come…
Traditional U.S. Steel
Our trunks boast a steel-clad protective exterior sourced from the historic Rust Belt of western Pennsylvania—a community that was forged around the mighty steel mills of the early 1900s. Our traditional steel exteriors are far more resilient than the vinyl or fabric coverings found on other trunks made today. Yes, steel costs more to make, but our 35 years of experience has shown us that steel is best.
More Accessories than Anyone Else
You’ll get the most out of your camping trunk with our exclusive trunk accessories like the Wheel Away System, the LidMate Organizer, the Glide & Go Tray, and more. We’re happy to install these pieces here in our factory or they can always be added onto your trunk at home with ease. Check out our
Our Lifetime Warranty
Are you planning to ship your trunk through FedEx, UPS, or an airline, as many summer campers do? No other trunk company will warranty many of the shipping damages that may occur. We do. Aside from small scratches and dents, your trunk is protected under —no questions asked.
For $40 round trip, we’ll bring your trunk back to our factory, make all the repairs, and ship it back to you. All repairs are done for free. You just pay for shipping. Whether your child simply tested the limits of our rugged construction or your trunk fell out of an airplane, we’re going to fix it. If you prefer to have the trunk picked up at home, there will be an additional $10.
- Made in the USA
- Constructed from Solid 3/8" Cabinet-Grade Plywood
- Traditional Steel Exterior Storage Trunk
- Baked-Enamel Steel Sheeted Exterior
- Nickel-Plated Steel Hardware and Steel Trim
- Fastener-Free, Smooth Interior
- Preinstalled with Tray Rails
- Storage Capacity: 153L (5.4 cu ft or 9,331 cu in)
- Internal Weight Capacity: 150lbs
- External Weight Capacity: 1800lbs
- Weight: 32lbs
- Exterior Dimensions: 32"L x 18"W x 18.5"H
- Interior Dimensions: 31”L x 17”W x 17.5”H
- Trunk Lid Height: 4.125”
- Trunk Base Height: 14.375”
- Linear Measurement: 68.5"
- Interior Handle Measurement: 6"
- 35 Years of Proven Quality, Construction, and Customer Satisfaction
- C&N Lifetime Free Repair Warranty (Shipping Cost not Included)
- Care Instructions: Clean with Mild Soap and Warm Water
