Camping is fun – you can set up your tent house under the starry sky, set up a bonfire and sit there and enjoy. Outdoor vacations are great fun but they have their share of pros and cons.

Unlike traditional vacations when you just keep your luggage in your hotel room, have snacks and go sightseeing, camping needs much more planning such as the selection of a perfect campsite that has all the basic requirements.

We’ve come up with 6 important factors that you need to consider while selecting a new campsite.

  1. Find the Facts About Location

To ensure your safety and to fully enjoy your camping trip you should always research the location where you are planning to set up the camp.

It is very important to know the routes to reach the campsite, distance of your camp from a nearby hospital, the availability of potable water, a smooth surface to set up the tent and more.

  1. Camping Equipment You Need to Carry

Having all the camping equipment is a supreme necessity when you go camping. There is nothing to be worried about if you are camping in a camper vehicle. But in case you are planning to set up a tent in an open area, there are lots of things that you need to carry along during camping.

You should have all the equipment such as tents, proper clothes, footwear, blankets, first aid kit, bed linens, and sleeping bags.

  1. Consider Risk Factors for Your Safety

Different places have different risk factors. So, analysing the risk factor of a place where you are going to set up the tent is very crucial. There are 3 factors that you need to consider. Undoubtedly are locals living nearby, the risk of wild animals and fire rescue authorities.

  1. Available Food Options

You should always look out for food availability according to your group’s preference.  As you are going to spend your holidays in the woods, it is obvious that you will not get anything fancy to eat there. It is advisable to carry ready-to-make food products that can be cooked easily.

  1. Make a List of Daily Use Essentials

At home, you have everything within your reach. But, when it comes to packing for camping, there are chances that you’ll forget important daily use items that include sunscreen, mobile charger, umbrella, ropes, plastic bags, maps, toilet paper, extra bed linens & tents and tools such as pocket knives, sawyers that help protect you from wild animals in the woody region. Maintaining a list of requirements in a notepad can be very helpful.

  1. Discard the waste

Once your trip is over or you are planning to leave that area, you should always ensure that all your discarded rubbish is picked up and disposed of correctly.