Car Camping - Tent or Cot?
I'm in the process of getting some equipment to go car camping. I'm wondering if a cot is a good idea without shelter over me. I guess my biggest concern would be rain/dampness. I'm thinking places like Toroweap, Bryce, areas around Escalante.
My main interest is to be on site for Sunset/Sunrise pictures. Most likely going solo.
Thanks,
Win
Re: Car Camping - Tent or Cot?
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Originally Posted by Win
I'm in the process of getting some equipment to go car camping. I'm wondering if a cot is a good idea without shelter over me. I guess my biggest concern would be rain/dampness. I'm thinking places like Toroweap, Bryce, areas around Escalante.
My main interest is to be on site for Sunset/Sunrise pictures. Most likely going solo.
Thanks,
Win
Do you have winter or summer camping in mind?
Camping at Toroweap is one of the best places ever! Its amazing there and you can drive almost to the rim! :2thumbs: Last time I was there camp fires were allowed too. Camping at the North Rim Campground is free in the winter (or was last year when I was there) if thats on your list too.
Granted I dont usually car camp (usually backpack) but I have had the luxury of a car a few times. I like to take as little as possible because I don't like to put stuff away when I get home. If you have a vehicle you can sleep and stretch out in thats ideal ~imho~ .... If not then just make sure what's beneath you is soft and that you are warm so you sleep well.
Any cover will stop the rain, but another wetness concern is dew. To reduce condensation use an overtent cover or second layer. If you have not bought a tent yet, look into something like an integrated condensation curtain.