The best sleeping bags

There are two simple keys to spending several days in the Great Outdoors: Stay warm, stay dry.

Best head-to-toe

Therm-a-Rest Space Cowboy

Therm-a-Rest Space Cowboy 45-Degree Synthetic Mummy Sleeping Bag

Best for big and tall people

Coleman Big Basin

Coleman Big Basin 15 Big and Tall Adult Sleeping Bag

Best for multiple people

Sleepingo Double Sleeping Bag

Sleepingo Double Sleeping Bag for Camping

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When you’re out adventuring, camping, or backpacking, a good night’s rest can be the fine line between enjoying nature’s splendors and counting the hours until you’re back inside. A sleeping bag proven to keep its inhabitants warm and dry is key to a good time. It’s important to note that not all sleeping bags are built to accommodate every trip outside. Make your choice according to the climate and season. Here are some of the best sleeping bags.

The best sleeping bags: Reviews & Recommendations

Best head-to-toe: Therm-a-Rest Space Cowboy 45-Degree Synthetic Mummy Sleeping Bag

Heat-to-toe

Traps Body Heat

 Therm-a-Rest Space Cowboy
Perfect for staying warm.

For those camping during the summer, this super lightweight mummy sleeping bag is the key to staying cool and comfortable at night. The exterior boasts a water-repellant coating and the fill dries quickly, so if you’re caught in an unexpected summer shower, you aren’t doomed to hours of sogginess. It comes in three different sizes, so choose according to your height. For those who may want extra warmth, there are loops that allow you to pair the bag with a quilt or blanket.

Best extra-warm: Marmot Trestles 15F Degree Sleeping Bag

Extra-warm

For Even Heat Retention

 Mountain Hardwear Unisex Phantom Flame 15 Long Sleeping Bag
For hard-core, sub-freezing camping.

If you’re planning on camping in colder climates, this Marmot Trestles 15F Degree sleeping bag is a worthy investment. It’s lightweight enough for backpackers but doesn’t compromise on warmth or comfort. It’s stuffed with a down fill that retains its shape well in damp conditions and features a two-way zipper and a handy mesh pocket.

Best for big and tall people: Coleman Big Basin 15 Big and Tall Adult Sleeping Bag

Longer coverage

Comfort For Everyone

 Coleman Big Basin
For adults up to 6’6″.

If you’re on the taller side, you have many advantages in life: easy access to top-shelf items, a great view at any concert venue, and, if you’re a man, a higher salary. But finding a sleeping bag that fits your limbs? Much harder. This large bag from Coleman will do just fine for those up to 6′6″, and can keep you warm in degrees as low as 15° F. The feet are fleece-lined for warmth, and the adjustable hood allows for extra warmth or ventilation. It’s not the lightest sleeping bag, but it is very comfortable.

Best for multiple people: Sleepingo Double Sleeping Bag for Camping

For multiple people

Cuddle Up

 Sleepingo Double Sleeping Bag
Couples that camp together, stay together.

If you enjoy sleeping next to another person, this sleeping bag allows enough space for two. It’ll keep you both warm in colder climates (down to 32° F) and comes with two travel pillows. The outer shell is waterproof, and if your relationship breaks down, this queen-size sleeping bag also can break down into a couple of twin-sized sacks.

 

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