Can’t decide whether to go to the beach or camp in the woods? Why not get the best of both worlds and plan a beach camping trip? More and more people are trying this fun activity as they enjoy the beauty of the beach but still experience the fun of camping. For your next beach camping trip, keep these tips and tricks in mind for a fun and exciting outdoor experience!
Know the weather forecast
You’re going on this trip to enjoy the sun and the waves, so it’s obvious that your vacation will be ruined when it starts to rain and continues for the duration of your trip. Before you go, make sure the weather forecast confirms that it will be bright and sunny. It is also important to follow the tides. While it’s best to pitch your tent near the water, you don’t want your things washed away when the tide comes in.
get ready for the beach
Packing for a camping trip is easy because you already know what the essentials are. A tent, a sleeping bag, food and water, cooking utensils and other equipment are important. But since you’ll be staying near the ocean, it’s also crucial to pack a few beach-specific essentials. An important tool you can add is a brush (don’t forget a dustpan!), this will help clean the litter from your tent. Another essential tool that is great to carry around is a sand stake. While a tent would be easy to pitch on land, it could be much more complicated with sand. Use stakes to easily pitch your tent.
Bring sun protection
One thing that could ruin your trip is the glaring sun. Unlike camping in the woods, there will be no trees to provide shade when you sleep on the shore. You’d be lucky to find a spot that’s shady all day, but you still need to come prepared. Bring a large beach umbrella to protect yourself from the sun when the sun is blinding. Don’t forget to pack a good sunscreen, sunglasses and sun hats to protect your skin and yourself too: no one wants to go through the hassle of sunburns that can even affect your trip!
You will surely enjoy your beach camping vacation with your friends with these awesome beach camping tips!