Sharing a night under the stars with your dog? Amazing. Sharing your sleeping bag and food bowl? Hey, we all have limits. Our dog camping gear has everything you need to outfit your furry friend for days and nights spent outside. From off-grid adventures deep in the backcountry to weekend family trips to your favorite state park, your dog can be sure to join in all the fun. Browse food storage, sleeping bags, and more and gear up for the perfect Fido-friendly camping trip.
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BackTrak™ Dog Evacuation Kit
Emergency Dog Sling & First-Aid Muzzle
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How To Camp With Your Dog
With a bit of preparation, the right gear, and a bit of that eagerness to explore that comes so naturally to our furry trail buddies, you’ll be en route to a good time camping with your dog.
More Tips & Tricks For Camping With Your Dog
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Camping with Dogs on Public Lands
Ready to bring your dog on your next adventure? Many areas of our public lands welcome canine companions. If you're ready to find the perfect camping spot, all it takes is a little planning.
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Ambassador Field Notes: Camping and Hiking on the Isle of Mull
Ruffwear Ambassador Siobhan is passionate about exploring the beautiful country of Scotland. She gives us a day-by-day breakdown of her hiking trip on the Isle of Mull with her two pups, Roshe and Lunar.
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Leave No Trace: Dog Edition
Keep the camping stoke high while minimizing your impact on the wilderness: brush up on Leave No Trace’s 7 Principles before your next camping trip with your pup.
Frequently Asked Questions
With the right dog camping gear and preparation, sleeping under the stars with Fido is a snap. Just be sure to do some research — where you’re going, what the conditions will be like, and whether dogs are allowed. Pack all the essential camping gear for dogs — like a sleeping bag and food bowl — and make sure you always practice Leave No Trace. (Yes, that includes dog poo.) Before you venture out, read up on how to camp with a dog to make sure you’re fully prepped.
A sleeping pad or foldable dog bed is a great starter when it comes to dog camping gear. But on chilly nights, a sleeping bag is a must for keeping your pup comfortable. Sure, they have a furry coat — but if you need to stay zipped up in your sleeping bag to sleep snugly, then they probably do too.
At most established campgrounds, dogs must be on a leash. A campsite dog hitching system will keep your pup tethered while still letting them stick close by (especially for those long, meaningful looks during dinner prep.) If you’re camping in the shoulder season or in chillier climates, a dog sweater or coat will keep them nice and cozy as temperatures drop. Lastly, since you’ll be sleeping outside, a safety light is a must-have dog camping gear item, especially for keeping track of your pup during those midnight bathroom breaks.