Now serving Cresson & surrounding areas

Your Next Adventure Starts With the Right Gear

We've spent years helping hunters, campers, and outdoor enthusiasts in Cresson find dependable equipment that performs when it matters most. No guesswork — just the right tools for your trail, your season, your story.

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10+

Years Serving

500+

Happy Customers

100%

Quality Gear

Outdoor gear and camping equipment at The Outdoor Trading Company

Expert Guidance

Every purchase

Our team helps you choose gear that fits your needs — not just your budget.

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What We Offer

Gear That Takes You Further

From dawn patrol to campfire dusk, we stock equipment trusted by outdoors people across Central Texas.

Camping tents and shelter systems

Camping & Shelter

Tents, tarps, sleeping bags, and camp furniture built for Texas terrain — from Hill Country trails to Panhandle plains.

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Hunting equipment and accessories

Hunting Supplies

Camouflage, calls, optics, and field gear from reputable brands. We know the season — come prepared before it starts.

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Outdoor clothing and gear

Apparel & Footwear

Boots that break in right, layers that breathe, and outerwear built for whatever the Texas weather throws at you.

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Knives and cutting tools

Knives & Tools

Fixed blades, folding knives, axes, and multi-tools from makers who stand behind their steel. Sharpening advice included.

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Fire starting and cooking gear

Fire & Kitchen

Pots, pans, stoves, and fire-starting essentials for camp cooking that doesn't taste like regret. Make every meal count.

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Navigation and safety equipment

Navigation & Safety

Compasses, GPS units, first-aid kits, and personal safety gear. Because getting there is only half the challenge.

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The Outdoor Trading Company store interior

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Cresson, TX

Serving our community with quality outdoor gear and honest advice.

Our Story

Built for the People Who Actually Use It

The Outdoor Trading Company started with a simple idea: outdoor enthusiasts in Cresson and surrounding communities deserved a shop that understands what they need — not just what's trendy.

We've built our inventory around real use — gear that handles Texas heat, Hill Country brush, Panhandle winds, and everything in between. When you walk through our door, you're not just getting a product; you're getting advice from people who've logged miles on the trails you're planning.

Community First

We sponsor local events and support outdoor programs in our area.

Quality Tested

Every brand we carry meets our standards for durability and performance.

What We Do

More Than Just a Store

We're your local resource for everything outdoors — from your first camping trip to your hundredth hunt.

Expert Advice

Not sure what you need? We'll help you figure it out — no pressure, no upselling, just honest answers.

Local Delivery

Heavy gear, big orders — we'll deliver to your door in Cresson and nearby communities.

Order Assistance

Need something special ordered? We'll source it from our supplier network and get it to you.

Group Outings

Organizing a hunting trip or camping group? We'll help you gear up everyone at once.

What Our Customers Say

Trusted by Outdoor Enthusiasts

"I walked in not knowing what I needed for a weekend trip, and walked out with everything I didn't know I'd need. The advice was spot-on — saved me money and a lot of guesswork."

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Mike R.

Cresson, TX

"This place gets it. They don't push the most expensive stuff — they push what actually works. Bought a tent that's held up through two years of heavy use. Still going strong."

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Sarah T.

Granbury, TX

"Took my son hunting for the first time this season. They helped us pick the right gear for both of us — we weren't overbought or underprepared. That's the kind of shop this town needs."

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David L.

Cresson, TX

Ready to Get Started?

Your Next Adventure Is One Visit Away

Whether you're a weekend warrior or a seasoned outdoorsperson, we're here to help you find exactly what you need. Stop by the store or give us a call — we'd love to meet you.

Get Directions (817) 578-0503

Visit Us

Come Say Hello

We're located right off Highway 377 in Cresson — easy to find, easy to park, and always ready to help.

Our Location

18805 S Highway 377
Cresson, TX 76035-5655

Call Us

(817) 578-0503

Email Us

heather.outdoortradingco@gmail.com

Store Hours

Monday – Friday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday Closed

Send Us a Message

Have a question about our products or services? We'll get back to you as soon as we can.

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