It gets cold when you camp. Even the hottest days can be followed by icy nights and a morning chill that lasts until the sun is high in the sky. The solution is to pack a good camping blanket. These versatile items can keep the cold at bay while you sit around the campfire. You can even supplement your sleeping bag with a camping blanket or use it to sit on when eating and chatting. As well as camping, they are great for any outdoor event, including sports, festivals, concerts, and picnics. They differ from standard blankets as they often have water-resistant qualities to stop moisture from seeping through and are better at coping with stains and dirt. Here are our picks for your next outdoor adventure.
Brawntide Large Outdoor Waterproof Blanket
Big, waterproof and non-slip
Here’s a blanket that won’t let you down—it’s waterproof, windproof, and will keep you warm with extra-thick 300 gsm polar fleece. It has a backing of polyester and polyurethane to keep you dry. The two layers are ultrasonically quilted to stop any slipping when walking across the blanket. Extra-large and easy to carry, it comes with a stuff sack, shoulder strap, and a zipped pocket.
Get Out Gear Down Camping Blanket
The warmth of down in a practical design
Puffy, packable, lightweight, and warm, this is a down blanket you will want to wrap around you to keep warm at camp. It has a 650 Fill Power down rating inside a 20D ripstop nylon shell. Convert it into a wearable poncho with snap fastenings, so you have your hands free. A spill and water-resistant coating protects your blanket from the weather and campfire catering mishaps, as well as resisting dirt, grass, sand, and pet hair.
DOWN UNDER OUTDOORS Large Waterproof Windproof Extra Thick Quilted Fleece Stadium Blanket
Giant, thick blanket with stuff sack
Extra-thick and extra-large, waterproof and windproof, this blanket will keep you warm and dry in any situation. It works well as a picnic or beach rug but is just as useful for cold stadiums and to throw over your sofa. It's ultrasonically quilted to stop slippage and can be rolled up and thrown in the washing machine. The blanket also comes with a stuff sack that you can store in a zipped pocket.
Arcturus Military Wool Blanket
Traditional wool blanket with a synthetic upgrade
Wool is a natural fabric that will keep you warm even when wet. These blankets are triple washed during production to be softer and shed less. Loom-woven and fully hemmed with contrast-lock stitching, they are naturally fire-retardant without the need for chemicals. The 20% of synthetic fibers make them more durable and machine washable.
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A good camping blanket will soon become an essential part of your kit as nothing else will give you that feeling of warmth and comfort when you are under the stars. They are a practical, versatile addition that you won’t want to leave behind when you go to any event outdoors at night or when it’s cold. The blanket we recommend for most people is the Brawntide Large Outdoor Waterproof Blanket. It’s a good size and reassuringly thick and warm. It can handle damp ground and spilled drinks, and you can throw it in the washing machine when you get home.
The Arcturus Military Wool Blanket is a classic design made from a never-bettered natural material with added synthetic durability. It works well for camps as it has natural spark resistance and good warmth. Make like a Scout and sew some badges on yours!
