I loved this video! 💛 we're hoping to get to the mountains a few more times this year, but otherwise we camp in Arkansas mostly because there's some amazing beauty pretty close to us!
One tip for sleeping in a hard shell roof top tent is to park your car so that the direction of the wind is hitting the hard top instead of the fabric sides. It helps to reduce the wind noise since you're up a lot higher than a ground tent.
Nice setup! I've got a 2021 Crosstrek that I've raised 2" and added all terrain tires and a skid plate. I steer away from the rooftop tents .. they are still tents .. get a cramp at night or have to pee and that ladder becomes a nightmare! I made a bed inside the Crosstrek and sleep in it. Much more secure and your Forester has enough room to do the same. I'm headed for Death Valley in a few days .. good time for there because the temps are perfect. 🤠 Something to add .. an old friend of mine from cycling days use to always carry an empty pistol holster .. never had a gun .. just displayed the holster. She never had a problem.
What a life you have! Roof top tent has been on my mind. Yes, it is quite an investment over ground tenting. You provided great tips on solo camping with roof top tents. And you are an excellent videographer! Thank you for sharing.
I love what you shared about the uniqueness of sitting by yourself at camp in the darkness, I have had similar experiences camping and I related to what you said! I always appreciate your perspective and approach to life ❤
Such a beautiful area! I would love to hear more about your favorite camping spots in Oregon and Washington. Funny story, my husband and I camped along the Deschutes over in Maupin. We got there when it was dark. These bright headlights started coming towards us and we were thinking what the hell, there are plenty of other spots, why is this other car setting up near us and shining their headlights into our tent. There was hardly anyone camping out there during the time. The light started getting brighter and brighter… and we were freaking out. It turned out to be a train on the other side of the river. 😅
You provide such valuable information. Not only with where you are, but the gear you are using. I loved the use of the lanterns to feel safe. That's so important. Camping doesn't have to feel scary.
The tent looks cool and your drone view looked amazing. I only knew Oregon had a desert this year when I drove past a turn off for a desert area. I was stunned! I spent several nights camping at Crater Lake with my dog in June. It was incredible.
haha yeah I've done the fake extra chair when I camp alone! I also considered going to a used store and buying some really big guys boots to leave outside the tent door! hahaha
My husband and I are the same way - we love deserts and feel so at home there even though we’re from the southeast. You should try Big Bend National Park in Texas. Absolutely amazing and so remote!
I've never heard of big bend national park in Texas! My sister just moved to Texas, so I'm trying to find a reason to tack on a few extra points of interest to make an incredibly compelling reason to visit. I'm going to see if the cards align to try Big Bend, thanks Katie! :)
So funny, because I camped there in April after a two week Utah trip and it was on of the few places I felt uncomfortable. It was all in my head, but I thought I heard footsteps in the middle of the night around my truck! Also that clay is still everywhere 😂
So far: Sedona, Grand Canyon, Grand Teton, West Yellowstone (yes, I went alone :) Next: different places around Oregon, then hopefully, Yosemite and Sequoia Nat’l Park. You’re an inspiration! I ❤️ the desert too. I’d like to mount a roof rack and get one of those tents. Looks so fun!
Ah Leah that sounds so fun! I was just out west a little while ago on a trip too, but didn't hit all those spots. Anywhere in particular you'd recommend the most?
@@moneybee I left out Bryce (Navajo loop trail) so, that and the Jenny Lake trail to Hidden Falls at Grand Teton were my favorites. And, the falls at Yellowstone Grand Canyon was spectacular! Driving from Grand Teton to the south gate at Yellowstone was only about 30 minutes. There’s just so many awesome places to see! Hope you can get out there soon.
I'm from Bangladesh and i love your video. I have been watching your video since 2018. Your video is so cool. I love it even though i haven’t never missed your any video. ❤
You brought up bathrooms, how do you manage that all alone in the desert? Can you share without being too graphic how that works since I obviously saw no porta potties and you were out in the middle of nowhere.
I have a solo camping trip along the northern california and Oregon coast planned. Totally doing the two chair safety tip but I’m also staying in state parks right by the bathrooms which is another safety tip.
I looked at a roof top tent but I just wasn’t confident enough to have to get out of my tent to get into my car if I was afraid. I can’t say that in my travels as a solo female (even though I’m married) that I’ve been in a situation that I was really afraid of humans. I’ve been more afraid of snakes, spiders or mice (I live in Australia) so being in a roof top tent would actually help that. Inspired by you, I did what you’ve done and built in my car but it wasn’t very expensive and I didn’t modify the car. Maybe I’ll look at getting a roof top tent for summer. I follow another guy who does have both inside and roof top and that works for him especially in winter. Thanks for inspiring me to start my own channel - Kim Connolly and for giving me the confidence to travel on my own. I love your work.
You're living the dream! I was looking into one of those stealth vans or ambulance builds and I would love to be plopped out in the middle of the dessert just chilling. I love that environment personally but super cool to and those shots of the setup look amazing!
This is so nice. My husband and I lived in our RV for 2 years until C19 hit. We went to 39 States until we can't due to restrictions. I would like to try desert camping but in a small conversion van so there's not a whole lot to do just setting up. The view is amazing. i saw tire tracks. Were there any racers? Anyways, I enjoy your videos a lot.
Cool vid, thanks Allison. Question: Are the Forester's roof racks strong enough to support the roof tent plus TWO campers and their sleeping gear, light, laptop, etc. in it?
@@Lostmyspoons I get doing that in the forest... but did you see the ground she's camping on? Doesnt exactly look easy to dig. Also squatting without leaning on a tree or something isn't the easiest.. so if you're passing a large meal, it can't be easy. I was mostly curious if she had some unique product or something to help, as she seems to be fully equipped in all things camping!
BTW, the gray long sleeved top with the tiny ruching on the chest is so cute. You have such a relaxed, soothing presence on the camera. I really enjoy your videos. Glad I ran across your channel.
Good idea to set out lights. No telling what time someone will attempt a Budweiser land speed record. I’ve seen some stunts there that made me wonder if alcohol was involved.
Dear Allison! Rivian is an all electric SUV and they also have a truck R1t. Maybe one day you can collaborate with them and review the truck in one of your videos. Just an idea. I think your channel is perfect for that.
It'll be interesting seeing all these electric trucks come to market. I know when Elon revealed the Cyber-Truck they teased out a potential Cyber-Truck pop-up camper, it would be awesome having a car that can double as a massive battery when camping! :)
@@nataliyayatsenko217 It'll be so cool. Even thinking about how much noise pollution and such from highways will be reduced is so exciting to think about!
I’m not Allison (she’s amazing!), but I do camp by myself. And I actually like it better than sharing a tent with someone else. When your friend moves in a tent, it’s even louder than a bed, so it would wake me even more. Camping and sleeping alone are some of the best nights I’ve had!
I know in your video at Joshua Tree you explained you seemed to have a fear of the dark! Have you gotten over it?? Because if not I'm proud you were able to sit alone in the dark there and feel so powerful! GO YOU!
The maximum load on the roofrails is 80kg , on the European version, but that can’t be too different on the US version. So how will it hold a tent and 1 or 2 persons ?
My question is about rooftop tent is that when it's raining or washing your car it will get wet and does this folding tent gets mold either brackets gets rusted where you connected the tent to the bar on the car?? Is there a solution to that matter?
Cool thing about this is that you have a tent ready to go and the setup is minimal, my only concern would be if something were to happen I can't just crawl into the driver seat and and drive off. I guess Im just watching too much scary camping videos! lol
Thanks for watching! Where are you camping this summer?
I loved this video! 💛 we're hoping to get to the mountains a few more times this year, but otherwise we camp in Arkansas mostly because there's some amazing beauty pretty close to us!
Great video.
So far Cheddar Gorge and then an 11 day camping trip around the south coast of England.
Your experience in the desert was cooler than my May camping trip in Texas. It didn't get below 75.
Places in California
@@moonlit_tripsnstyle Great Smokey Mountain National Park, Tybee Island GA, Henderson St Park in FLA and others in Sept.
One tip for sleeping in a hard shell roof top tent is to park your car so that the direction of the wind is hitting the hard top instead of the fabric sides. It helps to reduce the wind noise since you're up a lot higher than a ground tent.
Great tip, thanks!
I’ve lived in Oregon my whole life. We literally have every type of land you’d want. Forest, mountains, desert, snow, etc
beaches too
but the forests are very one specie. not like the biodiverse forests of the eastern US
"i feel so at home in the desert" yeessssss girl me too!! the sense of peace the desert brings is unmatched
Nice setup! I've got a 2021 Crosstrek that I've raised 2" and added all terrain tires and a skid plate. I steer away from the rooftop tents .. they are still tents .. get a cramp at night or have to pee and that ladder becomes a nightmare! I made a bed inside the Crosstrek and sleep in it. Much more secure and your Forester has enough room to do the same. I'm headed for Death Valley in a few days .. good time for there because the temps are perfect. 🤠 Something to add .. an old friend of mine from cycling days use to always carry an empty pistol holster .. never had a gun .. just displayed the holster. She never had a problem.
What a life you have! Roof top tent has been on my mind. Yes, it is quite an investment over ground tenting. You provided great tips on solo camping with roof top tents. And you are an excellent videographer! Thank you for sharing.
Yes Oregano is my second home. I’m so glad you got to experience the beauty of the desert.
just got back from my first solo trip-i went camping all around the American Southwest and it was awesome!
Excellent video! You mention every important thing🙂
As an Oregonian myself you did a fabulous job showcasing the State. Well done.
Watching your videos gave me the little push that I needed to plan solo camping trips. Love your videos! Beautiful scenery and photographs.
I love what you shared about the uniqueness of sitting by yourself at camp in the darkness, I have had similar experiences camping and I related to what you said! I always appreciate your perspective and approach to life ❤
That rooftop tent looks really comfy. But that beautiful sky is the best part! 🤩
0:06 Yes, i knew. most of the western half of the US is dry and somewhat arid.
but it is nice to see you excited about it ( :
The sun rising and the moon setting was awesome
Such a beautiful area! I would love to hear more about your favorite camping spots in Oregon and Washington. Funny story, my husband and I camped along the Deschutes over in Maupin. We got there when it was dark. These bright headlights started coming towards us and we were thinking what the hell, there are plenty of other spots, why is this other car setting up near us and shining their headlights into our tent. There was hardly anyone camping out there during the time. The light started getting brighter and brighter… and we were freaking out. It turned out to be a train on the other side of the river. 😅
You provide such valuable information. Not only with where you are, but the gear you are using. I loved the use of the lanterns to feel safe. That's so important. Camping doesn't have to feel scary.
You always have the best travel videos like this. I absolutely love and enjoy the simplicity of it.
I can feel your complete solitude from the morning. Looks very peaceful with a calm temperature and breeze...Must place I will visit sometime soon.
The tent looks cool and your drone view looked amazing. I only knew Oregon had a desert this year when I drove past a turn off for a desert area. I was stunned! I spent several nights camping at Crater Lake with my dog in June. It was incredible.
Excellent tip about the camp chairs! Great review on the roof top tent. Really enjoyed the video. Thanks.
Thanks for watching!
Also could bring a pair of your husband's boots to leave out.
what a amazing tips you provides us for solo trips through your excellent photography thanks
haha yeah I've done the fake extra chair when I camp alone! I also considered going to a used store and buying some really big guys boots to leave outside the tent door! hahaha
Fishing waders. 😊. That’s where yo man was all day.
Extra chair, oversized dog bowl with BRUTUS written on it and a large spiked dog collar, and fake dog poop that would make even bigfoot think twice.
I just picked up a Subaru Forester WIlderness and watching your vidoes is giving me so many ideas!
My husband and I are the same way - we love deserts and feel so at home there even though we’re from the southeast. You should try Big Bend National Park in Texas. Absolutely amazing and so remote!
I've never heard of big bend national park in Texas! My sister just moved to Texas, so I'm trying to find a reason to tack on a few extra points of interest to make an incredibly compelling reason to visit. I'm going to see if the cards align to try Big Bend, thanks Katie! :)
Just binged watched a bunch of your videos. Your travels vlogs are so easy and refreshing! Thanks for taking me along the adventure. 💛
Good to see you got over your fear of the darkness (as you mentioned in your Joshua Tree video).
Great idea with the chair for solo travel. Another tip I’ve heard is to bring a pair of mens shoes/boots to leave outside/on the dash.
Makes me want to drive to Oregon from NC and experience that moonglow camping. Thanks for inspiring me to solo travel. Love your vids
So funny, because I camped there in April after a two week Utah trip and it was on of the few places I felt uncomfortable. It was all in my head, but I thought I heard footsteps in the middle of the night around my truck! Also that clay is still everywhere 😂
Beautiful shots of the sunset and sunrise. The moon looked amazing!!! Love your videos. :)
So far: Sedona, Grand Canyon, Grand Teton, West Yellowstone (yes, I went alone :) Next: different places around Oregon, then hopefully, Yosemite and Sequoia Nat’l Park. You’re an inspiration! I ❤️ the desert too. I’d like to mount a roof rack and get one of those tents. Looks so fun!
Ah Leah that sounds so fun! I was just out west a little while ago on a trip too, but didn't hit all those spots. Anywhere in particular you'd recommend the most?
@@moneybee I left out Bryce (Navajo loop trail) so, that and the Jenny Lake trail to Hidden Falls at Grand Teton were my favorites. And, the falls at Yellowstone Grand Canyon was spectacular! Driving from Grand Teton to the south gate at Yellowstone was only about 30 minutes. There’s just so many awesome places to see! Hope you can get out there soon.
@@toliveischrist950 Ahh I was just at Bryce! I did the fairyland trail there! I had no idea The Tetons were so close to Yellowstone, that's so cool!
I absolutely love your videos. Thank you so much for them
Love this ep! I had a soft shell rooftop tent when I did my roadtrip! It’s definitely nothing compared to the hard shell!
How do you use the bathroom or wash up in the desert? Tips please!
Allison knows how to live! Love it!
You gotta check out the sand dunes in Oregon as well. Largest coastal ones! Took some of my favorite shots there.
That area is so cool! I had no idea Oregon had a desert, either! So cool. I loved watching your video. Thanks for sharing your experiences.
What a dream...!! I admire this traveling alone, exploring things which others dream about. 😍😍😍
I'm from Bangladesh and i love your video. I have been watching your video since 2018. Your video is so cool. I love it even though i haven’t never missed your any video. ❤
I really love the place you are showing is absolutely beautiful ❤️.
That tent is a gamechanger. Even when there will be a zombie apocalypse 🤣🤣🤣
I am very fond of some solar lights that I bought a few years ago. They work great and are great marker for my site when I'm at a campground.
You brought up bathrooms, how do you manage that all alone in the desert? Can you share without being too graphic how that works since I obviously saw no porta potties and you were out in the middle of nowhere.
Sure! Leave No Trace guidelines are to bring a little camping trowel to dig a hole.
I have a solo camping trip along the northern california and Oregon coast planned. Totally doing the two chair safety tip but I’m also staying in state parks right by the bathrooms which is another safety tip.
Great tips on extra chair etc. I’m looking at upgrading my soft top roof top tent to a hard top. How heavy is your tent? Nice setup btw 🙏🏾
I looked at a roof top tent but I just wasn’t confident enough to have to get out of my tent to get into my car if I was afraid. I can’t say that in my travels as a solo female (even though I’m married) that I’ve been in a situation that I was really afraid of humans. I’ve been more afraid of snakes, spiders or mice (I live in Australia) so being in a roof top tent would actually help that. Inspired by you, I did what you’ve done and built in my car but it wasn’t very expensive and I didn’t modify the car. Maybe I’ll look at getting a roof top tent for summer. I follow another guy who does have both inside and roof top and that works for him especially in winter. Thanks for inspiring me to start my own channel - Kim Connolly and for giving me the confidence to travel on my own. I love your work.
This is so relaxing video to watch. Thanks for sharing!
I love the two chair tip!! You're videos are gorgeous :)
You're living the dream! I was looking into one of those stealth vans or ambulance builds and I would love to be plopped out in the middle of the dessert just chilling. I love that environment personally but super cool to and those shots of the setup look amazing!
I saw your video last week and ordered the Falcon XL yesterday. I hope it’s better than iKamper 2.0.
A sister solo Camper said she keeps mend boots outside her tent as an extra safety measure. Like the two chairs, too.
That tent is awesome!!
this is great! really enjoy your videos and ideas to try. Thanks.
What a beautiful place to camp! You always have the best videos! Your propane grill: do you know if it’s powerful enough to boil water?
Thank you! And yes, I've boiled water on it. It's a great little stove!
You are the interesting person ☺️
I watch your video. Thanks 🙏
I can’t wait to camp by myself 🧡 thank you for sharing this video
I will be camping in Polish mountains - Tatras
Loved these mountains. Is it Zakopane you're going to?
Pięknie!
Love the drone footage! Every video is such high quality, how have you not gone super viral lol
This is so nice. My husband and I lived in our RV for 2 years until C19 hit. We went to 39 States until we can't due to restrictions. I would like to try desert camping but in a small conversion van so there's not a whole lot to do just setting up. The view is amazing. i saw tire tracks. Were there any racers? Anyways, I enjoy your videos a lot.
That's not lazy, that's good eatin' right there.. hope it tastes as good as it looked.
That is a good experience campaign in a desert 🏜
Cool vid, thanks Allison. Question: Are the Forester's roof racks strong enough to support the roof tent plus TWO campers and their sleeping gear, light, laptop, etc. in it?
Love the extra chair idea 💡
i love watching your solo trip videos!
What a unique place! Real curious - how do you go to the bathroom in the desert? I can imagine in the forest what you would do, but desert?
Honestly a good question
What do you think people did before toilets? Lol dig a hole… obviously
@@Lostmyspoons I get doing that in the forest... but did you see the ground she's camping on? Doesnt exactly look easy to dig. Also squatting without leaning on a tree or something isn't the easiest.. so if you're passing a large meal, it can't be easy. I was mostly curious if she had some unique product or something to help, as she seems to be fully equipped in all things camping!
Great video, thanks. What is the wind noise like while highway driving?
BTW, the gray long sleeved top with the tiny ruching on the chest is so cute. You have such a relaxed, soothing presence on the camera. I really enjoy your videos. Glad I ran across your channel.
Mens size 12 is a good thing to have setting out too.
This is beautiful.
Good idea to set out lights. No telling what time someone will attempt a Budweiser land speed record. I’ve seen some stunts there that made me wonder if alcohol was involved.
'Glamping' rather than camping in Devon and Cornwall this summer! 🏕️
That golden morning side-light at 10:45 🥰 ... I'm so jealous
From Seattle - what about collapsing it in the rain. Would this eventually mold?
When moving around in the tent, does it make creaking noises at all? Does it feel very stable?
Just started watching your travel videos, these are so awesome
Been there the hot springs is amazing also
Hey Allison, what crossbars are you using under your tent?
Love the set up which awning do you have seems perfect for my outback. Thanks!
This looks Super cool
Superb tent, I like it.
Dear Allison! Rivian is an all electric SUV and they also have a truck R1t. Maybe one day you can collaborate with them and review the truck in one of your videos. Just an idea. I think your channel is perfect for that.
It'll be interesting seeing all these electric trucks come to market. I know when Elon revealed the Cyber-Truck they teased out a potential Cyber-Truck pop-up camper, it would be awesome having a car that can double as a massive battery when camping! :)
@@SharingtheRoad agreed!!! EV are the future 🤯🥳
@@nataliyayatsenko217 It'll be so cool. Even thinking about how much noise pollution and such from highways will be reduced is so exciting to think about!
@@SharingtheRoad every time I see Tesla or any other EV that’s exactly what I am thinking! And I’m happy see more and more every day.
Loved seeing another FEMALE adventurer in a RTT!
You’re in my neck of the “woods” 😁 Great video ❤️
this looks extremely peaceful..
*RAISE THE ROOF* !!!
It’s a goal for me to camp by myself. So far, I’ve only done camping once with friends lol
Such an amazing camping experience!!
What is the name/brand of your portable table for cooking stuff?
Living my solo travel dream through you Allison! How do you sleep alone at night when camping 😳 😄 Love all of your content as always!
I’m not Allison (she’s amazing!), but I do camp by myself. And I actually like it better than sharing a tent with someone else. When your friend moves in a tent, it’s even louder than a bed, so it would wake me even more. Camping and sleeping alone are some of the best nights I’ve had!
I know in your video at Joshua Tree you explained you seemed to have a fear of the dark! Have you gotten over it?? Because if not I'm proud you were able to sit alone in the dark there and feel so powerful! GO YOU!
Thanks!! I think a big part of it was that there was literally nothing in sight as far as the eye could see. It was very peaceful!
I like roofnest but check out The Bush Company or CVT X2A clamshell🤙🏾
So stunning! We would love to try that rooftop tent one day!
The maximum load on the roofrails is 80kg , on the European version, but that can’t be too different on the US version.
So how will it hold a tent and 1 or 2 persons ?
What is the utensil holder?? I need that in my life!
That looks awesome and really nice.
That things pretty sweet. My car doesn’t have things on top for a rack or anything or I would totally look at investing in one of those.
My question is about rooftop tent is that when it's raining or washing your car it will get wet and does this folding tent gets mold either brackets gets rusted where you connected the tent to the bar on the car?? Is there a solution to that matter?
Beautiful. Great camping
Cool thing about this is that you have a tent ready to go and the setup is minimal, my only concern would be if something were to happen I can't just crawl into the driver seat and and drive off. I guess Im just watching too much scary camping videos! lol