Camping in Winter vs Summer

Why Winter Camping Is the Only Kind of Camping That Makes Sense

Before you assume I’m some outdoorsy expert who can tie 12 types of knots and commune with buffalo - let’s be clear:

I’ve camped exactly three times. It should’ve been six, but rain cancelled two, and a last-minute log cabin upgrade saved me from one (thank you, divine intervention).

So basically - hi, nice to meet you - I am yet to embrace camping, know absolutely nothing about it, and yet have already achieved a strongly unearned opinion - winter camping beats summer camping, and I will die on this frosty little hill defending it.

Winter Camping Benefits

Everywhere I look, it’s all sunburns and summer camping content.

Come winter? Crickets. (Frozen ones, probably.)

And honestly, I’m baffled.

Here’s why:

1. No Mosquitoes, No Misery

In summer, you end up swatting the entire time, and get home looking like a connect-the-dots puzzle.

In winter, nature’s tiny vampires are frozen solid. You can finally roast your marshmallows in peace instead of donating blood to those airborne heathens.

2. Actual Peace and Quiet

Summer campsites are packed with people.

Winter? Blissfully empty. Just you, your people, the silence… and maybe a slightly judgmental squirrel who’s clearly wondering why you’re out there.

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3. Campfires That Actually Make Sense

Campfires in summer? Be serious. Who volunteers to sweat more?

Winter? That same fire becomes your cozy best friend—and no one judges you for wearing six layers, two hats, and a blanket cape like some kind of woodland wizard.

4. No Freaking Rain

I’ve had more camping trips cancelled by rain than I’ve actually taken.

Winter camping, though? It’s cold, it’s crisp, it’s dry. The forecast is basically: “Nope, not raining.”

Honestly, how did I not lead with that? That’s the whole argument right there.

5. No Snakes

But in case you are still not convinced - cold weather = no slithering surprises.

Honestly? Case closed.

Winter camping isn’t just better—it’s objectively correct.