A photo of a person spraying their leg with insect repellent in front of a tent.
A photo of a person spraying their leg with insect repellent in front of a tent.

What’s the Best Mosquito Repellent For Camping?

Clearly, the best mosquito repellent for camping is one that WORKS! There’s nothing worse than setting out to enjoy the great outdoors with pesky mosquitoes showing up to ruin the fun. For campers and other outdoor enthusiasts, a product that truly offers protection against mosquitoes is a coveted item.
There are hundreds, even thousands of products that claim to repel bugs so you can enjoy outdoor activities on your camping trip. But we spend a lot of time outdoors, and we’ve tried many different types of insect repellents.
We’ve found that some don’t hold up to their claims about keeping biting insects at bay at all. Others are only marginally successful. Fortunately, we’ve found a few different types of insect repellents that work well for us.

Continue reading to learn more about the best mosquito repellents for camping, written by The RV Geeks.

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