Autumn Camping in Scotland: The Best Outdoor Kit for Going Off Grid
Camping in Scotland gets better once summer ends. The crowds clear out, the midges are gone and the hills turn amber and copper. But cooler nights demand better kit: a warm sleeping bag, an insulated mat and proper layers. Add hiking shoes and merino socks and you’re set. Whether it’s a Highland campsite or a weekend bothy, autumn isn’t the end of camping season. It’s the best part of it.
1. Fjällräven Abisko Two Seasons Regular Sleeping Bag, £175
A dependable synthetic sleeping bag designed for hiking and trekking. Warm enough for crisp autumn nights without adding unnecessary bulk.
2. STOX Merino Hiking Socks, £44.99
Merino wool regulates temperature naturally while compression helps reduce fatigue on longer walks. One of those purchases you appreciate more with every mile.
3. Montane Polaron Down Slippers, £65
Perhaps the most underrated piece of camping kit. Sliding into insulated down slippers after a day outside feels every bit as good as it sounds.
4. Montane Khamsin Lite Hoodie, £180
A lightweight insulated softshell that earns its place from first light until after sunset. Technical enough for the outdoors, smart enough for everyday wear.
5. Big Agnes Campmeister Deluxe Insulated Sleeping Mat, NOW £175
A good night’s sleep starts underneath you. Heat reflective insulation helps stop the cold rising from the ground, making a noticeable difference when temperatures fall.
6. Jack Wolfskin ECHOTREK Shape 30 S-L Backpack, £140
A clean, unfussy 30-litre pack that’s the right size for a weekend adventure or a full day’s hiking.
7. Chilly’s Limelite Green Flip Bottle, £40
Keeps drinks cold for days and won’t leak in your pack. Exactly what you want from a water bottle.
8. Flower Mountain IWANO 2 UNI Trainers, £250
Part hiking shoe, part premium trainer, these technical sneakers bridge the gap between mountain trail and city street.
9. Oakley Eye Jacket Redux Sunglasses, £201
A modern revival of one of Oakley’s most recognisable performance designs, proving outdoor eyewear can still look seriously cool.