Where to Pitch your Tent
Where to Pitch your Tent - Tips on setting up for a comfortable night's sleep
Look for a group of trees if available. Heavy tree coverage is helpful. The leaves will offer shade from the sun, and minimize the effects of rain. A bed of rocks is sometimes provided at many camping locations. Some campsites have a rock bed as the site. Check for large rocks and remove them from your site.
A tent pad can be a lifesaver. If you have brought a tent pad, be sure to use it. If it rains, it will be much easier to dry and repack the tent. Grasslands offer many opportunities to set up camp. If you are travelling on a grassy plain, you are in luck. The only thing that can be hard to find is shade. Venturing into the backcountry comes with the challenge of finding a good spot to camp. Wilderness camping can make finding a good spot difficult.
If you are camping near a beach, sand might appear to be a good place. A sand site is tempting for the softness, but the cleanup is difficult. Camping in the rain can be a challenge. If it has rained recently, finding a dry spot can be a challenge. Avoid wet areas if you can. As long as there is good drainage, you can avoid pooling water.
This list will help you decide where to pitch your tent
- Choose a level spot.
- Try to setup under shade.
- Try to setup near a water supply.
- Find a site that is adequate size.
- Are the restrooms nearby? (If applicable)
- Setup in the daylight.
- Be sure to stake it down well.
