Camping beds and camp cots to get you up off the cold ground for a better night's sleep. The Highlander Lightweight Camping Bed and Kelty Lowdown cot fold down for transport and set up in seconds.
The main reason to choose a raised bed over a mat is the gap of air underneath. It keeps you off cold, damp or uneven ground, which makes for a warmer and more comfortable night, and it is easier to get up from in the morning than a mat at floor level. A camp bed or cot suits car camping, festivals, base camps and spare-room guests, where the extra pack size is not a problem.
The Highlander bed is a light, simple frame that packs into a bag, and the Kelty Lowdown cot sits closer to the ground for a lower profile inside a tent. Add a sleeping mat on top for extra padding and warmth, and a sleeping bag to suit the season.
See the full Camping Accessories range for chairs and tables to match.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why use a camp bed instead of a sleeping mat?
A raised camp bed lifts you off the cold, hard ground on a frame, which is warmer and more comfortable than a mat for many people, and easier to get up from. Mats are lighter and pack smaller, so the choice comes down to comfort against pack size.
Are camp beds good for backpacking?
Not usually. Camp beds and cots are bulkier and heavier than a sleeping mat, so they are best for car camping, festivals and base camps rather than carrying long distances.
Do I still need a sleeping bag and mat?
Yes. A camp bed keeps you off the ground, but you still want a sleeping bag for warmth, and many people add a thin mat on top of the bed for extra padding.
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