Cum Camping? 7 Tips For Tantalizing Tent Sex

Whether it's a festival fuck or getting wicked out in the woods, sex while camping can be primal and passionate. Erotica author Jillian Boyd shares her first experience of having sex in a tent and offers up 7 camping sex tips, as well as her top tent sex positions. Pitch up, strip down. 

My man's on top. He’s riding me, his strokes slower and more measured than usual. I’m lying in a tangle of sleeping bag. The only thing between my naked back and the ground, apart from canvas, is a thin wedge of camping mat. Somewhere nearby, I can hear chickens clucking, circling the field looking for food.

This, it’s fair to say, is proving to be one rather weird fuck.

You’ve probably heard of the concept of a bucket list – a list of things one wants to achieve in life before kicking the bucket – but what about a “fuck-et list”? It's basically a bucket list of fucking (and other sexy pursuits). I'd already tried a few ideas on my fuck-et list – shower sex and sex on the beach – but there was one idea that, for the longest time, I couldn’t let go of. This fantasy was right at the top. 

Sex in a tent. It was my boyfriend’s fault. As well as being a fellow sex writer, he's blessed with the outdoorsy, camping gene. And the fantasy of sex while camping had come up in his blog posts and in casual conversation, more than a few times.

I loved the idea of sex while camping. Alfresco sex with a safety barrier – the saucy meets the sensible. I'd also resigned myself to the fact that, because I’m not exactly the outdoorsy type myself, an opportunity was highly unlikely to present itself. Until it did. 

It was through an invite to a friend’s wedding weekend. The reception and evening party would be taking place on a campsite. Those who fancied it could pitch their tents and stay the night under canvas and stars. And, as it played out, we’d arrived to set up a day earlier than the rest of our fellow campers.

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We were alone on the campsite. All the way there, we’d been joking – “we’re going to do it, we’re actually going to have tent sex” – because neither of us thought that we’d be able to. But apart from the bridal party, who’d be staying somewhere else, it was just us (plus some chickens and noisy geese). 

It was strangely freeing to fulfil a long-held fantasy. It had begun to drizzle lightly, the rain against the tent canvas was the only thing piercing through the quiet. The tent itself wasn’t big, and I was lying naked on our only sleeping mat. There was squirming. Bumps and grinds were interfering with our bumping and grinding. 

 

“I loved the idea of sex while camping. Alfresco sex with a safety barrier – the saucy meets the sensible.”

But we were doing this. I was so, so wet and ready for him. We kissed, his fingers tracing steadily across my clit. My thighs shivered with lust, and my body was flush with heat and need. He sat up, working me further with his hands and making my hips buck against him. My back was aching. My neck was crying out for a pillow. But the rest of my body pushed back with hot, desperate waves of desire. 

It wasn’t easy getting him on top of me, in this small space, with not a lot of wiggle room. We managed, though. Our bodies so close together, the deliberately paced movements as sweat dripped off our backs while rain trickled outside; it made it all the more intense. The world around us felt like it had melted away. The tent, my man and I – a microcosm of pleasure in a field surrounded by wildlife and nature.

 

It wasn’t perfect. And yet it also totally was. Sure, my back was killing me afterwards. Who cares, though? It was us. We were hot for each other. I was dripping wet. We were having sex in a tent, and it was so us. We were making this long-held fantasy come true, and we were doing so together. That was all that mattered. Comfort be damned. 

One thing’s for sure, though: camping and tent sex round two is definitely on the cards, just maybe in a bigger tent this time. And with fewer geese around!
 

Camping Sex: 7 Tips

Aside from buying a king-size tent, there are stacks of other ways to make sex while camping hotter than the campfire. Whether you're alone together in the woods, at a campsite, or hooking up with a hottie you've just met at a music festival, these seven tips will make things easier:
 

1. Let Loose

It's totally normal to feel less than Queen-like while camping. Maybe you haven’t showered for hours, you've worn the same knickers three days in a row, or your surroundings aren't exactly super hygienic. Whatever. Don’t let that hold you back. Having stellar sex while camping is all about attitude; whether it's on the fly or you’re able to do some advance planning for comfort and clean-up. Instead of worrying about what you may look/smell like, let loose and submit to the moment of adventure. 

 
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And don't just take our word for it. A 2013 poll from tent company OLPRO asked 500 couples who'd recently gone camping how it affected their love lives. The results revealed that 90% said they had more sex in the wilderness than they would if they stayed home, and almost one third (30%) said that camping makes them more carefree, which helps them to get them in the mood.

 

2. Connect Together

If you're camping off-grid in the wilderness, completing a long hike with your partner will give you alone time to connect plus give you both an extra endorphin rush. A more chilled option to connect is stargazing. Looking out together into the universe is awe-inspiring and can help you to come closer (and even cum together).


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In fact, nearly half (45%) of the couples in the OLPRO study felt a boost to their sex life came from having fewer distractions, giving them time to focus on each other. According to psychologist Barbara Bishop, “Camping gives us the opportunity to reconnect with our partners and recharge our relationships in a very meaningful way. We rediscover our primal selves when we’re close to nature.” 

 

3. Find a Quiet Spot... Or Stay Quiet

While some voyeurs or exhibitionists may get off on hearing or watching you have sex in a tent, if you're camping in designated campground, it's wise to be respectful of your fellow campers, especially as kids are likely to be around.  So, pitch up as far away from shared spaces or busy trails as possible – unless you want to be on the receiving end of a late-night round of applause or some dirty smirks at the communal showers. 
 

“If you can't find a quiet spot to pitch, you can still indulge in tent sex. Turn it into a game of 'bite the pillow' and see who can fuck as quietly as possible.”

And, if you can't find a quiet spot to pitch, you can still indulge in tent sex. Turn it into a game of 'bite the pillow' and see who can fuck as quietly as possible. No moaning. No groaning. Just writhing in as-silent-as-possible ecstasy. 

 

4. Beware of Flashing

Similarly, as well as being cautious of noise, be careful of what people can see. If you're in close proximity to other on the campsites and fucking at night, turn off all flashlights to avoid casting shadows – nobody wants to explain your shadow puppet sex show to their kids! Of course, daytime dalliances avoid this issue altogether, and are a hot alternative to any typical bedtime sex routine. 
 

5. Make Space 

This is no time to skimp on a tiny tent. Something of marquee-proportiones isn't essential, but shelling out for a relatively spacious tent will make camping sex a whole lot easier. Declutter the space and keep your gear under a tarp outside. Take a double sleeping bag, as separate bags are basically the equivalent of separate beds. Double bags will keep things intimate during foreplay and snuggling.

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6. Mind the Gap(s)

Let's face it: unless you're glamping, tent sex isn't ultra comfy. A smooth surface makes fucking and post-coitus cuddling much more comfortable. Ensure you pitch up somewhere flat and bring plenty of camping mats, towels,  and pillows to make sex while camping how it deserves to be. 

 

7. Be Prepared

Spontaneity is sexy, but with camping sex it's good to be prepared. Keep your sex-in-a-tent gear all together in one bag. You don't want to interrupt any action scrambling through your backpack in the dark for lube. And, if you're going to a festival and likely to hook-up with someone new, don't forget to pack condoms and even the morning-after pill in case of accidents. Those in the queer community should also remember PEP/PrEP, if they're using it. 

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Your Tent Sex Packing List

Here's what else should be on you camping sex shopping list to keep things comfy, clean, and cool:

• Condoms Protect nature, protect yourself.
• Lube Because spit won't suffice.
• Fragrance-free wet wipes Perfect for quick, post-fuck clean-ups. You can never have enough.
• Hand sanitiser. Essential.
• Toothpaste Less-than-fresh pits can be a turn-on, but no one likes rancid breath.
• Loungewear/lingerie: Keep a set of casual clothes for when on site.
• A trash bag: Keep this easy to access. 'Nuff said. 

 

Tent Sex: 3 Best Positions

Space may be tight, but these three camping sex positions will leave you anything but. 
 

1. Sleeping Bag Spoon Spooning keeps you tight up close to your partner, and  requires little extra space or awkward positioning. Lay on your side with your back to your partner and have them penetrate from behind (perfect for anal).
   
   Let their hands wander and caress your nipples or stroke your sensitive spots. This is also a perfect position for them to whisper dirty talk in your ear. Swap things up and go behind them and give them a hand job while talking filthy in their ear. 
    
2. Tent Topper Keep getting down and dirty easy by climbing up on top. Have your partner lay on their back and have them penetrate while you straddle them. Just mind your head. 
    
3. The Stake This a classic position that hits all the right spots. Lay on your belly and place a pillow down for your head. Keep one leg straight down, while pulling the other up, so your knee is in line with your hip. Let your partner penetrate from behind. This gives full access butt and back, allowing for some erogenous zone stimulation, too. 

 

Is it illegal to have sex in a tent?

As long as you keep your sex inside the tent, you're good to go. Of course, every country has different laws, but generally when it comes to outdoor sex you'll only get into trouble if you're displaying intimate parts of yourself in public and are spotted. Indecent exposure can be recognised as a type of sexual crime, but only if people complain to authorities. Popsters: stay safe by keeping action under the canvas. 

The Takeaway: Sex While Camping

At the end of the day, tent sex can be messy, sweaty, cramped, and sometimes a little ridiculous — but that’s exactly what makes it so damn hot. With the right mix of prep, lube, laughter, and a few clever positions, camping sex turns from a “fuck-et list” fantasy into a wild, unforgettable adventure. So pitch up, strip down, and let nature (and each other) do the rest.

Does tent sex turn you on or does the idea of sex while camping leave you cold? Any sex in a tent stories that were totally steamy or ended in absolute LOLZ? Share your feels with the POPCORN community in the comments below.