When on a camping holiday how far apart should the tents be placed?

Answer 1

I don't know of any distance between tents that is a requirement anywhere, but you do not want to have any guy lines from the tents criss crossing and causing a tripping hazard. I have set up tents really close before because there just wasn't enough room but I prefer to spread out. When you set up your camp with several tents, you should set it up with specific things in mind. Where is the trails coming in and out of the site, do not block the trail to the outhouse, bath house, rest room, etc. Set it up with plenty of room to breath and work around the camp. Keep tents away from the cooking area. The cooking area attracts critters, big and small, during the night. If Bob snores or worse yet, has eaten more then his share of the beans for dinner, then you may want some distance from his tent particularly up wind. (Pay attention to the wind direction). Seriously though, you want to set up your tents in a way that will not hamper your movements and actions in the camp and keep things safe.

Tents should be 200 feet from lakes and streams, and about that far from cooking areas (especially in bear country).

Don't forget about lightning. If it looks like storms are approaching, spread your tents out by at least 15-20 feet for safety. Otherwise, the whole campsite could get zapped by one strike. (Learn more about lightning before you go!)

Answer 2

When on a camping holiday, each tent should be less than a metre from friends and family between strangers about 5 -10 metres. One should make sure to test pitching the tent before it gets dark.