Lighting
Take your SUV camping site to the next level. Thanks to the wonders of LED technology, you can enjoy plenty of lighting at your campsite, thanks to your SUV. Aftermarket companies like Rigid Industries make LED lights in a variety of sizes and beam patterns. Some can even swivel some, so pointing them where you need to see is easy.
You don’t have to attach lights just to the front of your SUV. Put them on the back, and even the sides of the roof. That way you can light up all around your vehicle, so you can see if you need to set up camp in the dark, want to keep animals away, or don’t like tripping on rocks.
Water
I always take way more water than I think I need. If I return with some extra water, that’s never a bad thing. You never know what’s going to happen that might require some precious water. It’s always better to have than to want. Your car may need it just as much as you do.
The big advantage to camping out of your SUV is that weight isn’t as much of a factor as if you’re backpacking. Bring twice as much as you think you’ll need, because most people way underestimate what they need. While it’s true some campsites have water, unless you know there’s plenty and it’s potable, throwing multiple water containers into your SUV’s cargo area is a wise move.
Cast Iron
I’m a big fan of cooking with cast iron, especially when SUV camping. It’s easier to care for than other types of cookware, plus makes your food cook and taste better.
Since you’re not carrying everything to your campsite, throw all the cast iron cookware you desire into your SUV. Wrap each piece in a thick blanket, so it doesn’t break anything, or you might regret it.
