This past weekend, I was able to spend time camping in one of my favorite places, Allegheny National Forest. Patrick and I first visited Allegheny last spring and enjoyed it so much we wanted to experience the forest during the fall season. We stayed at Red Bridge campground again, one of our favorite campgrounds we’ve ever stayed at. This time we were able to reserve a campsite in advance and choose a beautiful spacious spot surrounded by stunning fall foliage. Here’s a list of extra supplies we brought this time to prep for the chillier weather in the fall and to make the experience more cozy:
Fall Camping Tips & Cozy Supply to Pack
Tips:
Check the weather. Fall camping usually brings cooler temps at night and rain depending on where you’re located. While we were in Allegheny it did rain for most of the trip.
Pack lots of layers. There’s nothing worse then being cold and wet. Packing extra layers will provide options and extra warmth on the chilly nights.
Be flexible with plans. During our camp visit, it rained majority of the time which was challenging! Being able to make the most of the trip despite the weather is a must.
Reserve a camping spot in advance. If possible, it’s always reassuring to have a camp site reserved, especially in the fall season. Most seasonal campgrounds are only open through October so it’s usually more popular during the fall months depending on the location.
Supplies to pack for fall camping & for a cozy vibe while camping:
- Tent with rain cover
- Awning or area to cover from rain so cooking is accessible
- Lights (string or lanterns) to help when it gets darker earlier
- Comforter or extra blankets for sleeping
- Supplies for hot beverages
- Layers of clothing
- Comfy camp chairs
- Table cloth for picnic table
- Cozy shoes and socks to wear around camp
- Waffle maker for breakfast
Although some of these supplies aren’t necessary, it definitely made for a cozier experience while camping in the fall season.
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