How to Sleep Comfortably Tent Camping
Getting good sleep is crucial to having fun on a camping trip. Even the most gorgeous weather and jaw-dropping backcountry scenery is difficult to enjoy if you're lagging from poor sleep the night before. To ensure a peaceful night, plan ahead with the right gear--and the right attitude. After all, you're sleeping on the ground, not a Serta.
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Instructions
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Choose a campsite with a level, smooth area in which to pitch your tent. Pitching your tent on a slope will lead to a night of tossing and turning as you roll gradually down the hill.
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Select a site that isn't too close to the campground's bathrooms or trash dumpster, since these noises may keep you awake in the night.
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Inflate a sleeping mat to your desired firmness. It's a good idea to make the mattress slightly firmer than you like in case any air leaks out in the night.
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Choose a sleeping bag appropriate for the temperature you will be camping in to avoid being too hot or too cold.
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Put your sleeping bag and pillow on top of the sleeping mat. If you feel yourself slide within your sleeping bag, that means you aren't on level ground. Move to a more level part of the tent, if possible.
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Keep extra blankets handy in case the temperature drops during the night.
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Tips & Warnings
Watch the weather forecast before you leave to be sure you have the right sleeping bag and clothing for the conditions.
