If you want great hiking adventures, you need a great sleeping mat
With an Alton camping sleeping mat in your pack, you’ll wake up refreshed and ready to perform at your best. Like all of our best-selling hiking gear, our 5-star rated sleeping mats are crafted with lifelong functionality in mind. Featuring smart weight dispersion technology and micro-adjustable values for individualised support, our sleeping pads conform to your body whether you're a front, back, or side sleeper.
Hiking sleeping mats built for comfort, durability and performance
Lightweight, compact and ultra-durable, our hiking mattress delivers unparalleled cushioning, insulation, comfort and lifelong functionality out on the trails. We sourced the best quality materials with proven durability and carried out rigorous testing to ensure that our camping sleeping mats and closed-cell foam sleeping pads can withstand prolonged use in harsh environments. With advanced puncture resistance, leak-proof construction and a noise-reducing TPU coating, our camping mats are engineered to optimise your recovery on overnight trekking adventures.
Never hang off the edge of your hiking mattress again
Never hang off the edge of your mat again. Our collection of sleeping pads includes Regular, Wide, Large, and Double sleeping mat size options that are available in a range of warmth ratings, from Ultralight (R2) to Insulated (R4) and Insulated Plus (R6).For next-level comfort, use your camping mat with our Sleeping Mat Fitted Sheet. Constructed from soft, moisture-wicking fabric, our fitted sheets feature a convenient built-in pocket to hold your camping pillow place throughout the night.
Sleeping Mat FAQs
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Yes, sleeping mats are worth it and almost always necessary for overnight camping, hiking, trekking or backpacking adventures. Here’s why:
Comfort
Unless you like sleeping on the cold, hard ground, then you’ll need a supportive and comfortable sleeping mat (or an alternative, such as a camping hammock) for any camping trip.
WarmthEven in warmer weather, the ground can get surprisingly cold at night. A sleeping mat provides an essential insulation barrier, helping you stay warm and cosy.
Recovery
A sleeping mat for camping plays a vital role in ensuring that you get the rest you need to perform at your best.
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Well, we think our sleeping mat is the best, but cheeky self-promotion aside, the answer to this question actually requires a little more explanation. There is no such thing as the ‘best’ sleeping mat for camping. Instead, there is the best sleeping pad for your specific needs.
For a comprehensive guide to choosing the best sleeping mat for YOU, check out this blog article.
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Here’s a quick overview of how to choose a good R-value for a sleeping pad:
R-Value 0.5 to 2.0 → Warm (down to 10º at night)
If you only go camping in warm, summery weather, then you don’t need to worry about having much insulation – an R-value of 0.5 to 2.0 will be plenty.
R-Value 2.0 to 3.5 → Cool (down to 5º at night)
A camping mat with an R-value of 2.5 to 3.5 can be used in summer without overheating, but it has enough insulation to keep you warm when the temperature drops in spring or autumn.
R-Value 3.5 to 5.0 → Cold (down to 0º at night)
If you are camping in cold, wintery conditions, then you want a mat with a R-value of 4 or higher.
R-Value 5.0+ → Extreme (-3º or lower at night)
For camping in high-altitude or arctic environments, you need a specialised sleeping mat with an R-value of 5.0 or more.
To learn more, head over to this blog, where we cover everything you need to know about sleeping mat R-values in-depth.
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Yes, all of our sleeping mats are covered by our All Good Guarantee, a Lifetime Warranty* against manufacturing defects. Our outdoor equipment is built to meet our rigorous durability and performance standards, so you can rely on it to take you further and last a lifetime.
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