Camping with Your UTV

Make your next camping trip even better by making it a UTV adventure! There are so many side by side riding parks and trails with campsites located nearby. Spend all afternoon tearing up the trails, fall asleep at your campsite, then repeat the next day! We've rounded up our favorite tips for UTV camping below. If you have any questions or want to look at side by sides for sale, visit Harold Implement Company, Inc. We are located in Corning, Arkansas, and also serve those in Paragould, Jonesboro, and Pocahontas.

Plan Your Camping Trip

A successful camping trip starts long before you hit the road. A little planning can go a long way towards making your UTV trip smooth and stress-free. A great place to start is figuring out which side by side trails you want to conquer. If you want your trip to include more than UTV riding, you can also look up tourist attractions and events along the way. Once you know the spots you will visit, you can find overnight lodging in a convenient location. Camping sites fill up quickly so you'll want to book as far in advance as possible. Sometimes you can even get an early bird's discount if you book ahead early enough.

Get Your UTV Ready

When you plan a trip with your side by side, it's important to make sure your vehicle is ready for the adventure! It'd be a shame to get all the way to your destination, hit the trail, and realize there's a maintenance or performance problem that you could've fixed before you left. Conducting a pre-ride inspection helps you prevent this unfortunate scenario.

Here, you are looking over your side by side, trying to catch any issues before they manifest into problems on the trail. Are your lights bright and visible? Are your brakes operating smoothly? Do your tires have enough tread and are they inflated to the right air pressure? Do you need to top off any fluids? Make sure your UTV is ready for a camping trip.

Pack Strategically

Side by side camping requires a certain amount of gear for a safe and successful trip. You'll need all the essentials for camping, of course, including shelter, clothing, medications, toiletries, food, water, and supplies to build a fire. It helps to also bring along a miniature UTV toolkit. You'll be able to handle basic repairs without needing to go to a mechanic.

While you pack, try to focus on using travel-sized versions of products. After all, you don't need that massive bottle of shampoo if you'll only be camping for a day or two. Pick up travel-size products such as soap, deodorant, and contact lens solution to help save space. Another approach is to utilize backpacking gear. These items are built to be as lightweight and compact as possible, which helps save space.

Choosing a Campsite

Think about what amenities you'll want on your UTV adventure. Is it important to have access to electricity? How about showers? Make a list of the campsite features you want and find one that hits as many marks on your list as possible. 

Once you arrive at the site, be picky about where you set up. Find a flat site, which will give you a better night's sleep than a sloped one. That way, you'll be fully rested for your side by side ride the next day!

We hope you found these UTV camping tips helpful! If you want more advice or want to look at side by sides for sale, visit Harold Implement Company. Our expert staff can help you find the perfect UTV for your lifestyle. We are located in Corning, Arkansas, and proudly serve those in Paragould, Jonesboro, and Pocahontas.