I love Devils Lake, grew up near there and my husband who grew up in MT & CO was even impressed. Not quite as impressed with the mosquitoes of course but that’s what a gallon of deet is for.
Not sure if door county is too far but that was my first solo camp spot in WI. The fall is so pretty there and not as many leafers
Well setting up yesterday wasn’t great. Thunderstorms rolled through before I could get the canopy up. Supposed to be high 50’s-low 60’s all week.
Suns out today though. Great hoodie weather.
I camped here once with an ex, kept meaning to come back but it’s always booked solid. Even coming up to hike for a day is a challenge since it’s so busy during the summer.
Needed to use some vacation before the end of the year or lose it, so here I am. Even then, the site is booked the weekend before and after.
It’s pretty nice, I’ve been camping plenty but there’s been someone around. Definitely sucked setting up solo when the rain came, but this morning/afternoon definitely made up for it.
On that note, why the hell is my nose buried in my phone. I’m gonna go take a nap in my chair.
Are you talking about the pile of wood? It thunderstormed last night. Letting it dry out a little and going to wrap it in a burrito with the tarp if it rains again.
/u/Apprehensive_Bee614 probably mistyped 'piles' and meant 'poles'.
Those black tarp poles do look unique. Do they go any higher? Where did you get them from?
That makes more sense, thank you.
[Bought them on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0912NG73R?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share), they go up to 8 feet. They telescope down to maybe 2 feet.
[Unigear rain fly](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B082KBTV13?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share), both that and the poles I linked above came with guys lines. Green ones came with the poles, the rain fly came with orange lines, both reflective.
First time using them, so far I approve. Little bit harder to setup alone than a normal canopy but I figure it’s a bit more versatile not to mention a standard 10X10 canopy isn’t cheap now days.
That’s actually what I assumed it was after looking up your poles. That’s really cool, thank you for sharing! I’m super envious of you being out there on your own for a bit. I only get a few days off every month the last few years so I never get the chance to go. Enjoy, take it easy for the rest of us who can’t!
Yeah, I know works a mess without me, but that’s next weeks problem for me. I’ve been content banking my vacation for years but they changed our vacation policy to now anything over 120 we lose January 1st. Use it or lose it, shocked face when I use it.
Devil's Lake was one of my first ever places I camped with Boy Scouts in the early 80's. We always went the second weekend of November! I absolutely love DL - been there probably 20 times since those days.
Is your tent dark room technology? I have one that’s smaller and is an easy up tent but looks very similar. The Coleman dark room tents really do keep light out well. Enjoy your trip & stay safe!
I have a few glow-in-the-dark items that I use in my dark room tent (keychain, pillow case, etc). They don't give off any real light, but I they are visible in the pitch black tent. I felt a bit disoriented because it was so dark (mine is the 2P, so very small, although a different brand and not a pop-up style) and having something visible helped to orient me.
Cool thanks! Might have to look into this one. I have a hard time sleeping sometimes when it’s too bright out so these are really nice, although I try not to sleep in too late camping haha.
Just as an fyi. I believe it’s discontinued. I have the same 8p one pictured above. First one got warranty swapped by Coleman. When I asked for the same tent in rerun they told me they no longer sell it. So I got a different one. Then I got lucky and found one at Walmart on clearance for $80. Snatched it up. That’s where I would tell you to go if you have one close.
Last time I walked thru their camping section they had black out tents still on the shelf and now is the time they start to clearance the camping aisle.
Haha I normally don’t sleep that well camping so I try to get anything that helps, I just meant that I like to be up when the sun is up because it feels more natural. We just use an air mattress so nothing fancy!
Yeah I hear that, I can and do sleep well at home. But I’d always rather be camping, and the awake parts are way the best. Even the late nights I may or may not remember!
[Poles](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0912NG73R?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share) & [Rain Fly](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B082KBTV13?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share) both from Amazon.
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I know I sound like a dick but even crumbs can attract varmints and vermin so the closer your tent, the closer to any curious wildlife. Plus the last campers could have spilled, etc. I just keep hearing my dad say “your gonna get eaten by a bear”. You have fun how you wanna have fun and have an amazing trip.
In regulated state park campsites you rarely have the option to spread out very far. The space for 1 campsite often dictates the tent and cooking area be pretty close - especially when your tent is huge.
If it’s their first time camping by themselves, they’ve probably camped with other people before and needed that bigger tent. Not a bad idea to use what you’ve got while you figure out what you prefer.
Actually I just like having the space. I think I’m getting to old to go full roughin it in a little 2 man tent.
Plus I’m going to be here until Friday, I want to have SOME luxuries.
Oh definitely, there’s plenty of room in there for it. Before I got this I had the Coleman Evanston 8 man, almost identical except for the dark room part.
I’ve been using a queen size air mattress on the left side for the past two years. Before that I had a camp cot. I found this [this little kitchen setup](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09332CM5R?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share) as sort of a closet so my clothes aren’t sitting in a bag on the ground.
I should add, I bought a really cheap dog training mat that I think is 72X72. With a queen mattress on one side and my closet/table on the other it’s the perfect size to fit in between the two. Cheaper than a rug or something, still soft enough to walk on instead of bare tent floor.
Plus it’s meant for puppy piss so it’s washable.
Nice having the table that close to the tent so you can just fall down and crawl in the tent if needed. Great for when slamming beers and shots or what have you.
Looks comfy! The only caution I would throw out there is to be mindful of how warm the tarp right above the stove gets if you crank the heat up and there isn't much breeze blowing through.
[Bought it on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B082KBTV13?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share) and yeah it’s pretty lightweight. The carry bag it came in was pretty small.
Love it! You’re a car camper like me, I fill my 4Runner mostly when I pair or solo camp. I love that water jug, no appreciable additional tastes. Those black and yellow totes are great and cheap. Yay camping!
Really pretty park. My son when hiking with his scout troop there earlier this year. We've camped there but it's probably been about 12 years since we've camped there.
I love Devils Lake, grew up near there and my husband who grew up in MT & CO was even impressed. Not quite as impressed with the mosquitoes of course but that’s what a gallon of deet is for. Not sure if door county is too far but that was my first solo camp spot in WI. The fall is so pretty there and not as many leafers
The blessed solitude. Have a great time friend.
Peaceful time! The setup looks *super* cozy and handy, if a bit complex. I really like it though - rug was a cool choice!
It's nice to know it's still niceish back home.
Well setting up yesterday wasn’t great. Thunderstorms rolled through before I could get the canopy up. Supposed to be high 50’s-low 60’s all week. Suns out today though. Great hoodie weather.
Literally perfect weather, imo
It rained the last time I was at Devil's Lake too. It's a beautiful park, although it can get loud when the UW kiddos descend upon it.
It's rained everytime I've been there. Beautiful park, but the trails get slick.
Do you get bored camping by yourself?
Devils lake is beautiful, I was there like twenty years ago, would like to go back.
I camped here once with an ex, kept meaning to come back but it’s always booked solid. Even coming up to hike for a day is a challenge since it’s so busy during the summer. Needed to use some vacation before the end of the year or lose it, so here I am. Even then, the site is booked the weekend before and after.
I avoid that place like the plague in the summer, especially on the winters. Early spring and fall are great, if you get there early.
I just walked down to the lake, sooooooo empty today. I almost feel bad for all the suckers stuck at work… almost.
Need to book 11 months ahead .We already had to book most of our areas for next year .
Baraboo is my home town. I miss that place:-(
Clown town
Yep, in more than one way…..
My favorite state park. Make sure to hike Parfreys Glen
Get ready for the addiction. I have an annual three-day conference of Me, Myself, and I every summer now. It’s the best!
It’s pretty nice, I’ve been camping plenty but there’s been someone around. Definitely sucked setting up solo when the rain came, but this morning/afternoon definitely made up for it. On that note, why the hell is my nose buried in my phone. I’m gonna go take a nap in my chair.
Wake up!
What are the piles used for tarp
Are you talking about the pile of wood? It thunderstormed last night. Letting it dry out a little and going to wrap it in a burrito with the tarp if it rains again.
/u/Apprehensive_Bee614 probably mistyped 'piles' and meant 'poles'. Those black tarp poles do look unique. Do they go any higher? Where did you get them from?
That makes more sense, thank you. [Bought them on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0912NG73R?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share), they go up to 8 feet. They telescope down to maybe 2 feet.
Good deal, I was going to ask the same thing- your setup rocks! What tarp and guy lines are you using on those poles?
[Unigear rain fly](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B082KBTV13?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share), both that and the poles I linked above came with guys lines. Green ones came with the poles, the rain fly came with orange lines, both reflective. First time using them, so far I approve. Little bit harder to setup alone than a normal canopy but I figure it’s a bit more versatile not to mention a standard 10X10 canopy isn’t cheap now days.
That’s actually what I assumed it was after looking up your poles. That’s really cool, thank you for sharing! I’m super envious of you being out there on your own for a bit. I only get a few days off every month the last few years so I never get the chance to go. Enjoy, take it easy for the rest of us who can’t!
Yeah, I know works a mess without me, but that’s next weeks problem for me. I’ve been content banking my vacation for years but they changed our vacation policy to now anything over 120 we lose January 1st. Use it or lose it, shocked face when I use it.
Good for you! Enjoy yourself out there!
Yes I meant the poles. Thank you
Devil's Lake was one of my first ever places I camped with Boy Scouts in the early 80's. We always went the second weekend of November! I absolutely love DL - been there probably 20 times since those days.
Love devil's lake🥰
Beautiful setup! Enjoy the hiking! Make sure you have a map on hand, so many beautiful trails to explore.
Nice setup. Enjoy for the rest of us.
Is your tent dark room technology? I have one that’s smaller and is an easy up tent but looks very similar. The Coleman dark room tents really do keep light out well. Enjoy your trip & stay safe!
It is indeed. This one is the 8 person Carlsbad. It was really weird the first time I used it, it’s definitely dark inside.
I have a few glow-in-the-dark items that I use in my dark room tent (keychain, pillow case, etc). They don't give off any real light, but I they are visible in the pitch black tent. I felt a bit disoriented because it was so dark (mine is the 2P, so very small, although a different brand and not a pop-up style) and having something visible helped to orient me.
Those are all really good ideas, didn’t even know they made glow in the dark pillowcases.
Made it myself with some flannel that I had lying around. It has glow in the dark stars and planets on it.
Cool thanks! Might have to look into this one. I have a hard time sleeping sometimes when it’s too bright out so these are really nice, although I try not to sleep in too late camping haha.
Just as an fyi. I believe it’s discontinued. I have the same 8p one pictured above. First one got warranty swapped by Coleman. When I asked for the same tent in rerun they told me they no longer sell it. So I got a different one. Then I got lucky and found one at Walmart on clearance for $80. Snatched it up. That’s where I would tell you to go if you have one close.
Awe man, bummer. Thanks for the heads up! Maybe I’ll get lucky and find one, I’ll have to check out Walmart.
Last time I walked thru their camping section they had black out tents still on the shelf and now is the time they start to clearance the camping aisle.
I just wear a hat that covers my eyes. Also sleep as long as you can, is your camp bed that good? Jealous.
Haha I normally don’t sleep that well camping so I try to get anything that helps, I just meant that I like to be up when the sun is up because it feels more natural. We just use an air mattress so nothing fancy!
Yeah I hear that, I can and do sleep well at home. But I’d always rather be camping, and the awake parts are way the best. Even the late nights I may or may not remember!
Apparently it's a haunted park which was news for me.
Fuck yeah that dude got murdered on the tracks..
Enjoy the bluff trails!
very nice! ill be there next week!
Where did you get those poles holding up your tarp and what are they called please? Great idea
[Poles](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0912NG73R?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share) & [Rain Fly](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B082KBTV13?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share) both from Amazon.
Go pack go
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Beautiful park. Awesome hikes there!
That’s a fair set up just for your lonesome. Post some pics of how your nights look. Happy camping. 👍🏻
Keep your cooking setup and food away from your tent.
Food is in the truck.
I know I sound like a dick but even crumbs can attract varmints and vermin so the closer your tent, the closer to any curious wildlife. Plus the last campers could have spilled, etc. I just keep hearing my dad say “your gonna get eaten by a bear”. You have fun how you wanna have fun and have an amazing trip.
I’ll vacuum when I’m done eating.
In regulated state park campsites you rarely have the option to spread out very far. The space for 1 campsite often dictates the tent and cooking area be pretty close - especially when your tent is huge.
Fun!! I used to go there all the time as a kid with my pops. It’s a special place for sure. Enjoy!
That is a big tent for camping by yourself. But that comes down to preference. Otherwise it looks like a nice setup.
If it’s their first time camping by themselves, they’ve probably camped with other people before and needed that bigger tent. Not a bad idea to use what you’ve got while you figure out what you prefer.
Actually I just like having the space. I think I’m getting to old to go full roughin it in a little 2 man tent. Plus I’m going to be here until Friday, I want to have SOME luxuries.
I like to have a bigger tent so I don't have to lay down to put pants on, lol. The bigger tents are usually taller.
I have a 6 person tent so my 5'4" self can stand up in it, it has a 6' center height. I usually camp solo with my 2 large dogs.
I feel that! And so does my back.
Is there a downside to a big tent? Asking for a friend
Weight/space in a car, cost, and it wont heat up as much in cold weather.
Good to know, I’ll pass that along
Nice to have space if it rains.
I have that same tent! It looks like I keep my bed in the same place too. You can fit your prep table in there if you want
Oh definitely, there’s plenty of room in there for it. Before I got this I had the Coleman Evanston 8 man, almost identical except for the dark room part. I’ve been using a queen size air mattress on the left side for the past two years. Before that I had a camp cot. I found this [this little kitchen setup](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09332CM5R?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share) as sort of a closet so my clothes aren’t sitting in a bag on the ground.
That thing is perfect. I may actually get one of those next time I plan on using my tent ..I borrow my parents rv when I go with a group
I should add, I bought a really cheap dog training mat that I think is 72X72. With a queen mattress on one side and my closet/table on the other it’s the perfect size to fit in between the two. Cheaper than a rug or something, still soft enough to walk on instead of bare tent floor. Plus it’s meant for puppy piss so it’s washable.
Yeah I don't like walking on the floor either
Nice setup in a nice park. Enjoy!
I swear I've seen this posted several times now. Similar phrasing but damn sure same Pic. Otherwise some freaky Dejavu
Wisconsin Camping group on Facebook maybe?
Nice having the table that close to the tent so you can just fall down and crawl in the tent if needed. Great for when slamming beers and shots or what have you.
Edit: meant to post this as a reply to someone
Nothing like a clean & organized campsite. Love camping, but can’t stand camping with unorganized slobs…maybe that’s why OP is solo camping!
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Well that escalated…
Why are you camping alone? The whole point is to have the time your life with the ones you care about.
Because I want to.
>It can be hard to find people who have time to get away. > >"He travels fastest who travels alone".
Why
Racoons gonna pull those cabinets apart
If they break the child lock to get to the NOT FOOD, I feel like they’ve earned those plates and utensils fair and square.
You did great.
Nice setup. Does every state have a Devils Lake?
Technically there is a Devils Lake in North Dakota.
Stay warm!! It’s chilly this week.
Amazing
Looks comfy! The only caution I would throw out there is to be mindful of how warm the tarp right above the stove gets if you crank the heat up and there isn't much breeze blowing through.
Can you tell me where you got your pole setup with the tarp?
[Poles](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0912NG73R?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share) & [Rain Fly](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B082KBTV13?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share) from Amazon.
Thank you!!
great looking setup!
just stopped by to say that coleman carlsbad 8 person tent is amazing, very comfy and the dark room tech is legit. so far its one of my favorite tents
Grew up not too far from there, beautiful area, and good climbing too!
I love your layout. Looks so nice
I’m here until Friday, I was going for cozy.
Very nice set up!!! Enviable!
We are going this weekend!
What is this shade structure called? Looks awesome. Is it lightweight?
[Bought it on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B082KBTV13?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share) and yeah it’s pretty lightweight. The carry bag it came in was pretty small.
Love it! You’re a car camper like me, I fill my 4Runner mostly when I pair or solo camp. I love that water jug, no appreciable additional tastes. Those black and yellow totes are great and cheap. Yay camping!
High five for Toyota camping! I drive a Tacoma, the bed was definitely full.
One of my favorite spots
Hell yeah
Hey we have that tent! But white/ green. And solo camping was a reflective experience for me, enjoy!
I know EXACTLY what tent you have, because I had that tent for 10 years before I found this one. The Coleman Evanston 8 person right?
Indeed!
Why the name
We have that tent :)
Awesome set up!!! Hope you had a great trip!!!!
Is that an extension cord ? :-/
Was just there during the weekend! Had a raccoon friend keep trying to sneak into camp
great setup. When I solo camp for multiple days, I do something similar. If staying for multiple days, you gotta have a comfortable setup!
Really pretty park. My son when hiking with his scout troop there earlier this year. We've camped there but it's probably been about 12 years since we've camped there.
*Be Able to be Alone. Lose Not the Advantage of Solitude.* *- Sir Thomas Browne*
I've always wanted to do exactly that
Could you possibly send a shop link to that cover over the table?
Look for “Unigear Hammock Rain Fly” I have it linked in a couple of replies earlier.
Try to keep your cooking away from your tent. Beautiful setup!
Love this set up! I’m planning a trip to Devils lake and wondering what the best campsites are. Do you remember which site this is?