Tesla Camping Checklist and Packing List

Tesla Camping Checklist

Before the trip, set up the mattress, install the window covers, turn on Camp Mode, check the locks, and make sure you can reach the driver seat without unloading the car.

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Driveway Test

• Set up the mattress or sleeping pad with the hatch closed
• Check headroom, seat ridges, cargo-floor gaps, and hatch clearance
• Install every window cover
• With the car in Park, turn on Camp Mode and set the sleeping temperature
• Check the touchscreen, door locks, airflow, and phone charging
• Keep the driver seat and footwell clear enough to move the car without repacking

Sleep, Privacy, and Gear

• Use a mattress or pad that fits your Tesla model
• Use fitted window covers for privacy and light control
• Pack bedding for the forecast
• Use soft bags that can be moved around the sleeping platform
• Keep a small light within reach
• Keep cabin lights low when parked in public

Charging and Overnight Parking

• Charge before the overnight stop
• Know where the next charger is and how much battery you need to reach it
• Leave enough battery for overnight climate use and the drive to the next charger
• Confirm that overnight parking is allowed before setting up
• At campgrounds, confirm the outlet type and EV-charging rules before arrival

Bathroom, Weather, and Model Fit

• Know where the nearest restroom is before sleeping
• Keep shoes and a light reachable from the sleeping position
• Pack wipes and a trash bag
• Plan showers before a multi-day trip
• Adjust battery reserve and bedding for cold weather or hot weather
• Confirm sleeping-space and cargo fit for your Tesla model

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