How to Camp in the Rain and Stay Dry
Rain doesn't have to ruin a trip. Most of staying dry comes down to where you pitch and how you set up.
Pitching
- Choose high, flat ground. Avoid dips where water collects.
- Put the fly on first if you can. Some tents pitch fly-first to keep the inner dry.
- Tension every guy line. A taut fly sheds water instead of touching the inner.
Inside
- Keep wet gear in the porch, not the sleeping area.
- Open vents to reduce condensation.
- A groundsheet slightly smaller than the floor stops water pooling under you.
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