Best Portable Camp Showers

Updated 2026-10-16. Prices shown are the latest the site has recorded and can change. Some links pay me a small commission at no cost to you (disclosure).

A camp shower is one of the cheapest upgrades that makes a multi-day trip more comfortable, and it's handy for rinsing sand, dishes and dogs too. This guide compares the portable showers in the TrailReady catalog by type, capacity and current price, based on published specs.

Types

Pressurized tanks (like RinseKit) hold pressure without batteries. Fill them from a pressurized faucet, or pump them up on some models.
Pump-up sprayers (like NEMO Helio) are pressurized by hand or foot. They're light, simple and need no power.
Rack- or vehicle-mounted systems carry water on the rack or vehicle and can warm it in the sun. They're handy if you shower often and have rack space.
Heated showers use propane or electric heat for real hot water. They cost more and need fuel or power.

What to check

Capacity: roughly 2–3 gallons for one quick rinse. Bigger tanks mean more weight to carry.
Privacy: plan a shower tent or enclosure.
Water source: how you'll refill it, and whether you need a water tank or jerry can.
Leave no trace: use biodegradable soap and stay at least 200 feet from water sources.