Hammock Camping No Trees
This pros and cons list is a reflection of my experience with this specific hammock stand the ozark trail brand.
Hammock camping no trees. When i go hammock camping without trees then that s when the fun begins more. There are no rules expressly forbidding hammock camping in the campgrounds. Our award winning tree tents and camping hammocks offer a unique camping experience combining the versatility of a hammock with the protection of a tent. It s not representative of all hammock stands.
With a little creativity there are plenty of ways to hang a hammock in nearly any situation. A hammock especially an ultralight hammock makes life very sweet for backpackers. You don t need trees in your yard or beach in order to get an amazing experience from the hammock. Backcountry camping is also allowed in the black canyon of the gunnison national park.
If you have plenty of time on your hands and like a challenge one option is to purpose build a hammock structure. Hammocks cannot be used everywhere. When i m in the us i hang my hat in the desert southwest so hammock camping is nearly impossible due to the lack of trees but not any longer. There are several ways to hang a hammock when hammock camping even when trees are in short supply.
Even when above tree line you can still use rock outcroppings and boulders to hang your hammock straps from. Telephone poles fence posts or porch supports all make great hammock hangs in a pinch. The traditional way of hanging hammocks between trees has limited campers on areas that only contain trees. Photo by richard fergie cc by 2 0 build a hammock structure.
Same goes for rock formations. In addition you have snakes spiders and scorpions to contend with and you get the worst of the dust. Hammock camping without trees is an exciting experience you need to try out during your next camping trip. Hammock stands in general are an excellent solution for hammock camping when there are no trees around.
This stand is no exception. You don t need trees. Here are 5 ways we re learned to hang a hammock without using any trees. Choose tentsile for most comfortable night s sleep you ll have outdoors.
Trees are only one way to hang your hammock. I was stubborn at first. But in the desert or on a beach while you still get the tent benefits you no longer enjoy the comfort of hanging suspended in the air above the ground. But let me present you with two important points in defense of your camping hammock remaining your 1 choice for each and every trip.
One thing s for sure you can t just give up and sit on the ground. Hammock camping in the campgrounds located within black canyon of the gunnison national park should be relatively easy since many of the campgrounds have a lot of trees. Stay warm dry and off the ground while sleep on your front back or side.