Welcome to the Portable Camping Toilet page. Camping is a wonderful way of enjoying the countryside and feeling part of nature. The amazing experiences you get when camping can however, be tempered by the lack of basic sanitation, particularly if you are out in a wilderness area. Many people are uncomfortable about popping behind a tree and this is where the portable camping toilet is a great piece of equipment to own.
Camping toilets come in a wide range of designs. From your basic utility models which are simply a plastic fold up chair with a plastic bag attached underneath, to ‘all singing – all dancing’ flush models like the Coleman Portable Camping Toilet. These, although more cumbersome than the utility models to provide something of the home comfort many like to take with them into the bush.
The simple models, which utilise the plastic bag approach, are actually quite good. Once used, a few drops of odour inhibiting chemical are added and the bag sealed. Proper disposal is obviously a must.
The more luxurious camping toilets are self contained units which can be cleaned out easily. If you are not in an RV you can purchase an outdoor camping canopy to provide privacy. This can be set up for the duration of your stay and provides a separate area for your toileting requirements.
The portable toilet may win no prizes for style, elegance and sophistication, but it is a real asset to the camper or camping family, particularly if you have young children. It’s great at night if they can head out your own toilet area nearby without you having to get up and take them to the distant bathroom facilities.
A portable camping toilet will last for many years if looked after properly, and will provide great service to you and your family. If there are just a few accessories you buy for your camping set, a portable camping toilet should be one of them.