A portable solar panel for camping turns your campsite into a place with electricity, light, and cold drinks without looking for a power outlet.
Portable solar panels for your camper or caravan give you the freedom to stop at your favorite meadow. You can still charge everything important without a noisy generator next to you.
- Portable solar panels capture solar energy and charge charging stations, portable batteries, and appliances.
- With one foldable solar panel, you can power a 12v camping fridge, lamps, fan, laptop, phones, etc.
- The choice of power depends on whether you are sleeping in a tent, camper or caravan and how long you are staying.
What is a solar panel for camping and how does it work?
Portable solar panels are lightweight modules, often foldable, that you unfold next to your tent or camper and simply point them towards the sun.
They provide current with a voltage of 12v or more and, through a controller, charge an external battery, a charging station, or directly some appliances.
In the Solar Panels collection you will find models with different power levels - from lighter solutions for tents to stronger panels suitable for campers and caravans.
The smaller power is good for a weekend with a camping tent, a camping headlamp and a compact 12v cooler bag, while the stronger panels are suitable for a compressor refrigerator, camping lamp, fan and more serious camping charging stations.
Foldable solar panel next to the tent
Folding models are a favorite of people who travel with little luggage and light equipment.
They fold up like a bag, fit in the trunk, and weigh moderately, so you can carry them even to a more remote campsite.
When you stop, you unfold the panel, prop it up on stands and point it towards the sun, and during the day it powers an external battery or camping charging station.
Solar panels for camper and caravan
With camper equipment and a caravan, the electricity needs are greater because there is a 12v refrigerator, a water pump, lighting, and often other equipment.
You can combine a rooftop panel with a portable, foldable panel on the ground that you move along the sun and thus gain even more power.
Also check out the Electrical Appliances section to see what fans, pumps, and other devices you can power from the solar system.
Choosing a portable solar panel according to your appliances
First, decide what you want to keep working all the time – just phones and headlamps or also a camping fridge, laptop, camping lamps, and more equipment.
Camping refrigerator, cooler bag and car refrigerator
A camping refrigerator and a car refrigerator are two of the hungriest consumers at camp.
In the Refrigerators category you will find a 12v compressor refrigerator, a mini camping refrigerator, and car cooler bags.
- For a weekend with a small tent and a cooler bag, a 12v panel with a lighter power output is often sufficient, suitable for basic charging and lighting.
- For a larger 12v camping fridge and constant light, it is better to choose a panel with a higher output to support the appliances throughout the day.
- For long trips with a caravan and more equipment, it is wise to opt for a more powerful solar solution in combination with a stable camping charging station.
Charging station and portable battery
The solar panel provides electricity, but comfort comes when you connect it to a good portable battery or charging station.
The Charging Stations collection includes models with different capacities and outputs.
This way you can charge an external battery, laptop, camping lamp, compressor refrigerator and let the solar panel work quietly during the day.
Self-contained camp with tent, table and chairs
The classic scenario is simple: a tent, folding chairs, a folding camping table, and a small refrigerator.
In the Tents section you will find a tourist tent, a family tent, a large tent for the whole group, and even a beach tent for shorter stays.
Combine the shelter with sturdy tables and chairs from Tables and Chairs to have somewhere to put the charging station and lighting.
Dishes, glasses and small amenities
Once you have electricity and light, it's time for food and the comfort of the table.
In the Dishes and Utensils collection you will find lightweight plates, bowls and utensils for camping, and in Camping Cups – durable cups for coffee, tea and drinks.
All of this is arranged on a folding table and illuminated with lamps powered by a portable camping solar panel and the charging station next to it.
Combinations with solar panels, kitchen and camping furniture
With the right combination, you can cook, cool, and relax like at home, but with a view of the sea or mountains.
Camping cooking with a gas stove and gas barbecue
Cooking outdoors becomes easy when you combine solar power with a gas cylinder and a sturdy gas camping stove.
Check out the GAS and Barbecue section, where you will find a gas stove, camping grill, gas barbecue and gas camping burner.
For a more organized kitchen, check out Kitchens and Cabinets - a camping kitchen cabinet, a folding camping cabinet, and a compact camping kitchen collect the stove, dishes, and food products.
Cozy area with lighting and camping furniture
In the evening, the camp comes alive when you light a camping lamp and a solar camping lamp above the table.
In the Lighting section, there is a camping lantern, a camping headlamp, an LED camping lamp, and models that are charged directly from an external battery.
Add comfortable chairs, a camp bed, or a hammock from Camping Furniture to have your own little yard in front of your tent or caravan.
Transport and accessories for a tidy camp
When the luggage gets bigger – a refrigerator, a gas stove, folding tables and chairs – a sturdy trolley works wonders.
In the Camping Carts section, you will find a folding camping cart that transports the panel, refrigerator, and other things to the tent site.
You will find additional accessories, wedges, organizers, and small conveniences in the Accessories section, so the camp looks tidy, not like a scattered warehouse.
Short answers to important questions
Question: How many watts of solar panel do I need for a camping fridge and lights? Answer: Often, more powerful portable solar panels provide a good balance for a camper or caravan with several appliances and provide a stable power supply during the day.
Question? Can the panel power an external battery and a phone at the same time? Answer. If you have a suitable charging station with enough outlets, the answer is yes and it works very smoothly.
If you want more clarity about solar panel prices, charging station prices or caravan equipment, check out the Frequently Asked Questions page.
Where to find everything about your solar camping set
If you want to collect the entire set in one place, start from Home and browse the different categories.
On the Collections page you will see organized product groups - from tents and camping furniture to solar panels for campers and caravans.
If you want ideas and examples, open the Blog (News) , where you will find guides for a camping table, folding chair, force cell, camping accessories, and solar panels for camping.
Once you know exactly what you need, open All Products and organize your own camping list with a tent, refrigerator, solar panel, and light luggage.
Conclusion: It's time to take your portable solar panel for camping
Autonomous power supply with portable solar panels makes the tent, camper and caravan much more independent of the campsite infrastructure.
With the right combination of a camping solar panel, charging station, camping fridge, and lighting, you can stay longer in your favorite place without compromising on comfort and peace of mind.
For questions and help, you can always write to us via the Contact page, and the GoCampy team has already selected solar panels, charging stations, and camping accessories that work well together, so you can choose with confidence and get on your next adventure faster.