Camp Showers Articles & Videos

• DIY: Homemade Solar Shower for a Camping Trailer

  Camping trailers are normally a bit more cramped than bigger RV-type vehicles and as a result come with fewer amenities. If your camping trailer lacks a shower, you don't have to rough it the entire trip. Most campsites provide showers, and… read more

• How to Hang Up a 20-Liter Camp Shower Bag

  A camp shower bag, which harnesses solar power, can heat 20 liters, or 4.4 gallons, of water or more. The bag features a hose valve, or showerhead, designed to slowly release water when in use. It also features a side solar panel that uses… read more

• DIY: Homemade Camp Shower

  You don't have to spend a fortune on an RV or hassle with expensive portable camping showers to enjoy a refreshing shower while camping. Whether you're camping in the woods or at a large campground, you can find a secluded area to build you… read more

• Camping Showers in Bend, Oregon

  One of the premier outdoor recreation destinations in Oregon, Bend offers skiing, fishing, hiking, biking, whitewater rafting and rock climbing all in the midst of far reaching mountains and the rustic, quiet landscape of the high desert. C… read more

• Camping Showers in Missoula, Montana

  Located in western Montana, the area surrounding Missoula provides a host of activities for nature lovers. Hikers can explore nearby Lolo and Flathead Lake National Forests. After a day of exploring the trails and lakes, getting back to a h… read more

• Camping Near Mackinac Island

  Mackina Island, Michigan, is located in Lake Huron and is home to a unique Victorian-style town. Ferries from the mainland service the island and one of the first things you notice is that there is no vehicle traffic throughout the town; ev… read more

• The Best Shower Enclosures for Camping

  It's easy to take a shower for granted until you need one, and what could be worse than going to bed sweaty and dirty after a long hike? Even if public showers are available, you might want to avoid them if it's been a while since your last… read more

• How do I Dry Wash Hair for Camping?

  Washing your hair while camping takes on a whole new meaning if you have long hair. No one wants to be fussy or uncool, but no one wants to have nasty, smelly, oily hair by the third day of the trip either. Some things even a hat or a banda… read more

• How to Make a Portable Shower With PVC

  If you are planning to camp in an area that does not provide bathhouses, you can still have your shower each day with a simple PVC shower that is quick and easy to make. It is lightweight and can be taken apart for travel. A trip to your ho… read more

• Michigan Camping Grounds With Showers & Bathrooms

  Michigan has much to offer in the way of outdoor sports and pursuits. The Great Lakes have sea-kayaking, canoeing, fishing and sailing opportunities. Hiking and wildlife observation are possible at Isle Royale National Park. Winter in north… read more

• How to Build a Shower & Toilet for a Tent Camper

  Modern campers can have all the luxuries of home that might normally be reserved for the RV crowd. Thanks to plug-in devices such as coffee makers and microwave ovens, one does not need to "rough it" when spending quality time in the outdoo… read more

• How to Rig up a 20-Liter Camp Shower Bag

  One way to get clean while avoiding the bone-chilling experience of a bucket bath on a long-term, backcountry camping trip is to bring along a shower bag. A camp shower bag is lightweight and uses sunlight to provide warm water for bathing.… read more

• How to Use Lake Water for a Camp Shower

  Purification of lake water is the primary concern when using it for a camp shower because the water can enter your body in a variety of ways during the course of washing or rinsing, and avoiding serious illness, caused by water-borne bacter… read more

• How to Make a Camp Shower Heater

  Taking a shower after a sweaty day on the trail can be a great relief. Unfortunately, showers aren't typically part of the camping experience. While some people seem to take pride in their wild filthiness, others may find that a warm shower… read more

• DIY Solar Shower for Camping

  Even those who love every part of spending time outdoors have to admit that there is nothing better at the end of a strenuous day than a nice warm shower. With a little elbow grease and a few easy-to-find materials, you can enjoy a warm sho… read more

• How to Make an Outdoor Shower

  After working outdoors, a couple of days in camp, a nice cleansing shower begins to sound better than a soft bed or home cooked meal. Even if you do not agree, your tent mates may have their own opinion. Preserve your level of hygiene (… read more

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• Build a Portable Shower

  Fun in the outdoors often means fun without a shower. After a couple days of hiking, fishing or running around camp, it's nice to clean up. Even without a bathroom, plumbing or a lake to hop in, it is possible to rinse off your day's advent… read more

• How to Use a Sun Shower

  The sun shower is a great boon to campers and backpackers---what's better than a hot shower after a long day of hiking? With a little planning and some inexpensive equipment, you can enjoy this little luxury on your next outdoor adventure. read more

• How to Build a PVC Camp Shower

  A solar shower bag is a great way to keep clean in the backcountry, but if you are camping with friends or family, you might also want to enjoy some privacy when you shower. A PVC camp shower is a 3-foot square frame that supports shower cu… read more

• How to Make a Camping Shower

  Being able to shower while camping, hiking or paddling can make a big difference in the enjoyment of your trip. There are several types of ready-made camping showers commercially available, but it can be cheaper and quite simple to make you… read more