Tired of sleeping on the hard floor every time you go camping? Had enough of letting your thick mattress or sleeping bag slow you down when you hike? Maybe it’s time for you to look at compact air mattresses for camping that will make your adventure more fun and stress-free.
We all know that it’s no fun sleeping on cold rocky ground, and it’s certainly no fun carrying a heavy mattress or sleeping bag around. The good thing is, through the years, better mattresses have been invented that have been specifically made for camping. Now, instead of worrying about how you can lug all your camping or hiking gear around, you just need to set the perfect date, invite your friends and family, and take that trip!
Here are some options to guide you during your search for the best lightweight air mattress for camping.
Best Air Mattresses for Minimalist Camping
Sleepingo Camping Sleeping Pad
- Self-inflatable
- Good insulation
- Packs down to the size of a water bottle
Brought to you by Sleepingo, this sleeping pad is the stuff that dreams are made of. It’s ultra light, ultra warm, and ultra comfortable. At the same time, this quality portable camping mat pad is sturdy, durable, and great for any sleeping position.
There’s no need to worry about how to carry it or how to find room for it in your backpack because it is self-inflatable. Say goodbye to backaches due to heavy weight because this Sleepingo Sleeping Pad is light and comes with a sleek storage pouch that makes it easy to carry. It’s perfect for your next trip, whether you’re going hiking, camping, fishing, hunting, or even for kayaking!
What we love: The Sleepingo Sleeping Pad is water resistant and is made of insulated materials, which allows you to stay warm during cool nights. It is also flexible and noise-free, due to abrasion-resistant TPU (thermoplastic polyurethane). Another plus is that you can sleep any way you want, whether back or side, because it remains inflated throughout the night. If you’re also worried about twigs and rocks puncturing your sleeping mat, this mat is tear-resistant, so you can forget all your worries and sleep without any fears!
Features:
- Thickness: 2 inches
- Dimensions: 75 x 23 inches
- Weight: 14.5 ounces
- Material: Nylon
HiHiker Camping Sleeping Pad + Inflatable Travel Pillow
- Sleeping pillow included
- Easily deflated after use
- Patch kit and carrying bag included
Say goodbye to your neck pain with this sleeping pad that comes with a pillow! The HiHiker Camping Sleeping Pad will make sure that you never have to sleep uncomfortably again. It’s easy to inflate and deflate, as well as roll up so you can take it where you need to when you go on your camping or hiking adventure.
This sleeping pad is lightweight and made of strong waterproof and camping grade polyester material. It is abrasion-resistant so you don’t have to worry about twigs and rocks making holes in your sleeping pad.
What we love: What sweetens this deal is an air pillow that comes with the sleeping pad that promises to give extra comfort. Unlike most camping sleeping mats that just provide the mat, this one comes with an actual pillow that is just as easy to inflate. It allows you to sleep in any position without straining your neck, and can even be used while you sit, in order to support your lumbar by improving your posture and aligning your spine.
The HiHiker Sleeping Pad is also washable and can be inflated to the kind of firmness you want. An airtight valve closure on one end of the matt ensures that the air won’t leak out and its 2.1 R-value is sure to keep you warm in cooler temperatures. In case there are any defects, the company also offers a lifetime warranty, so you can plan that camping trip without any worries.
Features:
- Thickness: 2.2 inches
- Dimensions: 75 x 23 inches
- Weight: 14.5 ounces
- Material: 20D TPU and waterproof fabric
AirExpect Camping Sleeping Pad with Built-in Pump
- Built-in pillow
- 2.5-inch thickness
- Built-in pump
Like other mattresses, the AirExpect Camping Sleeping Pad is lightweight and comfy. It is easy to tote around is made of heavy-duty ripstop material. Its advanced camping-grade heavy-duty nylon makes it impossible to leak air and it has a waterproof layer as well. It is tear-resistant, puncture-proof, and damp-proof. You can sleep soundly too, because it has no squeaky noise, and is the perfect place to lay under your sleeping bag, in your hammock, or any other floor or hard surface.
It comes with an inflatable pillow to support your neck, making your camping experience more comfy and enjoyable. If you also want to turn it into a twin bed, there are buttons on the side for attaching another inflatable bed. All you have to do is purchase another AirExpect Camping Sleeping Pad and voila! You now have two mattresses attached together. If you want to turn your camping trip into a family affair or invite your friends for an outdoor adventure, you can attach together 2 or more mattresses to turn it into a giant bed.
What we love: The AirExpecting Camping Sleeping Pad comes with a built in pump. No more traditional blowing through your mouth until you turn blue to inflate your mattress. All you have to do is to open the inflation valve and press the AirExpect Built In Pump several times until it inflates. To deflate it, all you have to do is open the deflation plug and you can pack it up and store it.
Features:
- Thickness: 2.5 inches
- Dimensions: 96 x 28 inches
- Weight: 21 ounces
- Material: advanced camping-grade heavy-duty nylon
Equipment Proving That Less Is More
When it comes to camping, there’s no more need to sweat the small stuff or fret about bringing too much and too heavy gear. With so many new and improved sleeping pads, camping and hiking are now a breeze. Say goodbye to cold nights on hard, rocky grounds and sleeping positions that will leave your back aching or your neck hurting. You can now take comfort with you wherever you go. Once you find the lightweight air mattress that is perfect for your backpacking, camping, or hiking adventure, it’s time to explore the great outdoors!
Besides lightweight air mattresses for camping, there’s a lot of other great equipment you could bring along on your minimalist journey into the wild.
You certainly want to bring a lightweight water bottle for your hikes, or you could bring a few collapsible water bottles if you want to cut back on items taking up space in your backpack. One more thing you should bring along on every camping trip, is a multi-tool that fits in your backpack. You never know when and where this would become handy, but you certainly don’t want to be in a situation where you need it, but don’t have it.