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Sleeping in a tent is a unique experience, but could a fear of snakes keep you from truly enjoying it?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Although it is technically possible for a snake to bite through a tent, it’s incredibly unlikely. Snakes are much more likely to run and hide than to attempt attacking a person through a tent. Instead of focusing on this fear, it’s a good idea to work on keeping snakes out of the campsite altogether.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

That said, there is a lot to learn about making sure you stay safe from snakes while camping. Continue on to learn about how to keep snakes out of your campsite, common snake myths and more!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Is It Possible For a Snake to Bite Through a Tent?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While technically it is possible, it is extremely unlikely that a snake would attempt to bite you through a tent. For the most part, snakes want to stay far away from people and would prefer to slither away rather than try to attack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If they did try, their fangs could potentially get through the tent material. However, they may also end up getting stuck. It wouldn’t be a particularly effective means for biting someone inside. Additionally, snakes aren’t interested in hunting you down when you’re out of sight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In my own research for writing on this topic, it’s worth stating that I found no instances of snakes trying to bite campers through a tent. For those concerned about the possibility of any animal attacking a tent, it’s a good idea to take a look at our article on the subject here!<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Personally, I’ve spent a decent amount of time camping in areas that are home to rattlesnakes, scorpions and other critters. For over twenty years I’ve slept in a tent in these areas and never had a problem with snakes anywhere near me.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That said, if you’re staying somewhere out in the wilderness on your own, it never hurts to be more cautious. You never know when they might come seeking warmth in your tent or sleeping bag.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There’s absolutely more of a concern for snakes getting into your tent than biting you through it. Because of that, you’ll want to be careful to keep your tent completely closed at all times, and check your tent and sleeping bag before tucking in for the night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Can Snakes Get Into Tents?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Snakes are capable of getting inside your tent and there are news events detailing this happening. You can mitigate the risk of snakes getting in your tent by ensuring that the tent is completely closed whenever you are not using it. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

I have this thing about keeping cupboard doors closed–although I do this because I find that my head will ram into them if I don’t, and not because of snakes. This same instinct can help you against the slim chance that a snake wants to bed down with you in your tent. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Snakes will stay away from humans if they can–but if you set up your tent near a snake’s nest or burrow then your chances of this happening go higher. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

One habit that will protect you from snakes in your tent is to just ensure your tent has all entrances closed when you are in or out of the tent.<\/strong> If nothing else, it’s a good habit to protect yourself from the inevitable feast that the mosquitos will have that are trapped inside your tent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Is There Such A Thing As A Snake Proof Tent?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Tents are not generally designed to be snake-proof. However, modern tents are made to be bug proof, which means that all vents have a mesh covering so as to allow air into the tent but to keep bugs out.<\/strong> A tent being bugproof essentially is being snake-proof as well. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The thin nylon\/otherwise synthetic wall of modern tents is more than enough to keep out snakes (unless we’re talking about the Amazon jungle here or Australia). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A canvas tent (see more details on canvas tents, here<\/a>) has a thicker wall and is definitely even more of a solid barrier between nature and a cozy place to sleep. However, the canvas tent has to have an attached floor.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Most modern tents have an attached floor, but tarps and some canvas tents do not. Make sure your tent has an attached floor and that you close all entrances to your tent and you should be protected against any snakes getting into your tent. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Do I Keep Snakes Away From My Campsite?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you want snakes to stay away from your campsite, you have a number of options at your disposal for making that happen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Keep these tips in mind while you’re planning for a camping trip in an area that is home to snakes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n