How a Shower Tent Expanded Our Camping Options

Our family likes to camp in a rustic setting. We don’t need electricity when we camp, and getting water from a pump is just fine. However, one of the things that we can’t live without is a shower.

Unfortunately, that limited us to camping in places where shower facilities were available. We couldn’t camp in State or National Forest campgrounds, because they don’t have any facilities for showers.

That was, until we found our shower tent. What is a shower tent? Most simply, a shower tent is a tent in which you shower. Shower tents typically are as tall as 8’ at the center, and have a base as large as 5’ x 5’. Shower tents usually have mesh windows that can be zipped shut, and may have mesh sky panels that you can cover with the help of a closure.

How does it work? Shower tents use a bag of water attached to a hose. The hose has a spray valve on the end of it that you use to get wet. Some camping shower tents have a remote-controlled light that can be attached easily for giving you excellent nighttime security and visibility.

There are several things to look for in a shower tent. When choosing a shower tent, makes sure that it is roomy and there is enough space in one section to allow for a drying-off area. The best shower tent is one that is perfect for a large person as well so that he doesn’t feel awkward in the tent. It should have a place for all your things, including a towel bar. It should be sturdy enough so that it easily stays up during strong winds.

Here are some things you can do when considering a particular shower tent:

• Before buying, make sure that the tent does not have any defects.
• Check to see if it has accessories such as shelves, towel bar, and gear loft.
• Analyze whether or not the carrying bag is well built.
• Always opt for a tent whose door zipper does not get jammed after a few uses.

Last, but not least, make sure that the tent has thick metal stakes. The cheap plastic ones break very easily after just two or three uses.