Snuggling into a warm, packable blanket is peak fall-camping bliss in our opinion. We love compact, easy-to-carry blankets that actually keep you comfy around the fire and inside the tent, without eating into your trunk space.
In this blog post, we'll take a look at some of our favorite camping blankets for fall. They are guaranteed to keep you cozy and warm on any adventure.
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How to Choose a Fall-Camp Blanket
Before you add another blanket to your kit, think through the basics: insulation, weight, shell, and features. Down gives the best warmth-to-weight and compresses tiny for day hikes, while synthetic keeps insulating if it gets damp and is lower-maintenance in fickle fall weather.
For car camping, a 2-3 lb blanket is perfectly fine, but if you’ll be carrying it on the trail, aim for approximately 1-1.5 lb with a compact stuff sack. Prioritize a ripstop shell with a DWR (durable water repellent) finish, but remember that nylon/poly can still scorch, so treat campfires with respect or layer a wool throw on top.
Handy details often matter more than specs: cape clips or snaps keep the blanket on while you cook, foot pockets trap heat at your toes, and convertible designs that become a poncho or pillow add real campsite versatility.
Finally, keep in mind that most camp blankets aren’t temperature-rated like sleeping bags, so when nights dip into the low 40s °F, plan to layer yours over insulated clothing or pair it with a bag or quilt for true, sleep-through-the-night warmth.
Care & safety tips
Keep sparks off: Even “camp” blankets don’t love embers; drape a wool layer on top if you’re right by the fire.
Air it out: Shake out moisture each morning; store uncompressed at home to preserve loft (down or synthetic).
Layer smart: For nights near or below ~40–45°F, pair a blanket with insulated layers or use it with a sleeping bag/quilt.
1. Rumpl Original Puffy Blanket
Warm, weather-resistant, and tough enough for nightly fireside use. The cape clip keeps it on while you stir chili or make s’mores, and the recycled synthetic fill shrugs off dampness.
If you want one blanket to live in your car all fall, this is definitely it. The Original Puffy comes in several colors as well as the “National Parks Editions” that include Yosemite, Yellowstone, and Zion National Parks.
Features:
Ends clip closed around shoulders
Water Resistant Stuff Sack
Machine Washable
Specifications:
| Packed Size: | 7 x 16 in |
| Fabric/Material: | Recycled 30-denier ripstop polyester |
| Length & Width: | 75 x 52 in |
| Insulation: | Synthetic, water resistant down |
| Weight: | 2.1 lbs |
2. Kelty Bestie Blanket
The Kelty Bestie Blanket is the cozy no-brainer you can toss in the car and use for everything from fire-side lounging to chilly morning coffee runs.
Its soft CloudLoft® synthetic insulation feels plush without being bulky, and the easy-care shell shrugs off everyday camp grime. It packs into its own stuff sack, so it’s simple to stash in a daypack or under an RV seat, and the generous throw size works as a lap blanket, a dog-friendly ground cover, or an extra layer over your sleeping bag on shoulder-season nights.
Features:
Stuff Sack Included
- Cape Clip secures blanket over shoulders
Durable, Camp-Ready Shell
Budget-Friendly Value
Specifications:
| Packed Size: | 6.75 x 11.5 in |
| Fabric/Material: | Recycled 68D Polyester Taffeta |
| Length & Width: | 76 x 42 inches |
| Weight: | 1.4 lb |
| Insulation: | Cloud Loft Synthetic |
3. Horizon Hound Trek Blanket
The Horizon Hound Trek Blanket is the ultralight pick when you want real down warmth without the bulk. Weighing roughly a pound, it stuffs down tiny for easy packing, then lofts fast when the evening chill rolls in.
A lightweight ripstop shell with a water-repellent finish shrugs off dew and drips, and snap closures let you wear it hands-free in “cape mode” while you cook or stoke the fire.
Use it solo around camp or layer it over your sleeping bag on colder nights.
Features:
Ultralight Warmth
- Packable Stuff Sack
- Ripstop Water-resistant shell
- Cape/Poncho Mode
Specifications:
| Packed Size: | 11 x 5 in |
| Fabric/Material: | Ripstop Nylon |
| Length & Width: | 77 x 50 inches |
| Weight: | 1 lb |
| Insulation: | Down and Feather |
4. Arcturus Military Wool Blanket
This is a classic camp staple when you want real, rugged warmth. The Arcturus Military Wool Blanket is thick and heavyweight, built from an 80% wool blend that keeps insulating even when damp and is naturally fire-retardant (no added FR chemicals).
It’s loom-woven, hemmed with durable lock stitching, and unlike many wool throws, it's machine washable, making it a smart pick for fireside use, cabins, and emergency kits.
Features:
80% Wool Blend
- Rugged Construction
- Machine Washable
- Fire Retardant
Specifications:
| Packed Size: | 19 x 12 x 5 in |
| Fabric/Material: | 80% Wool and 20% Synthetic |
| Length & Width: | 64 x 88 inches |
| Weight: | 4.5 lbs |
5. Nomadix Festival Blanket
A do-it-all ground blanket for campsites, concerts, and beach days. The Nomadix Festival Blanket pairs a soft, plush microsuede top with a water-resistant base, so you stay comfy on dewy grass or sandy riverbanks.
The top is sand and pet hair-resistant (shake it clean in seconds), and corner loops let you stake it down when the breeze picks up. Made with post-consumer recycled materials, it packs light for grab-and-go fall adventures.
Features:
Plush microsuede top: Cozy, quick-shake clean; resists sand and pet hair.
Water-resistant base: Helps block ground moisture at the campsite.
Stake-ready corners: Integrated loops in each corner for anchoring (stakes not included).
Recycled materials: Built from post-consumer recycled plastics.
Easy to pack: Lightweight and rolls up small for totes, daypacks, or van storage.
Specifications:
| Packed Size: | 4 x 4 in |
| Fabric/Material: | Polyester |
| Length & Width: | 72 x 60 inches |
| Weight: | 2 lbs |
| Misc: | Microsuede top, water resistant backing |
