15 Genius Camping Hacks for Aussie Families – Featuring Our Must-Have Recycled Mats

Planning your next camping trip? Make it smoother, safer, and more sustainable with these family-friendly camping hacks—featuring our high-quality, eco-friendly recycled mats that every outdoor-loving Aussie needs.

1. Create a Sand-Free Outdoor Living Zone

Roll out one of our large recycled plastic mats in front of your tent, camper, or annex. It instantly defines your space, keeps dirt at bay, and gives the kids a safe, non-slip area to play.

2. Use a Mat as a Drying Platform

Don’t dump wet swimmers and towels in the dirt. Lay them on a recycled mat—the weave allows for air circulation underneath, speeding up drying and keeping items clean.

3. DIY Kids' Play Mat

Bring toys, puzzles, or colouring books and set up a play zone on one of our mats. Lightweight and portable, they’re perfect for crafting a calm, clean spot for little ones to stay busy while you relax. Explore our range of picnic mats and indoor-outdoor play mats.

4. Upgrade Your Tent Flooring

Layer a recycled mat inside your tent for extra insulation and comfort underfoot. Our mats offer a durable barrier between you and the cold, uneven ground.

5. Entry Mat = Clean Tent

Keep a small outdoor mat at the tent or caravan entrance to catch dirt, grass, and sand before it gets tracked inside. Trust us—your sleeping bags will thank you!

6. Picnic & Meal Zone Setup

Use a medium-sized mat to define your eating area. It’s more hygienic than grass or sand and easy to wipe clean after every meal. Perfect for kids who love to picnic!

7. All-Weather Ground Cover

Rainy day? No worries. Our mats are water-resistant and quick-drying, so you can stay comfortable without sitting in mud or soggy grass.

8. Baby Change Station On the Go

Need a hygienic surface for nappy changes? Our mats are easy to clean and soft enough to use as a changing station while camping, just add a towel and you're good to go.

9. Annex Mat Game Changer

Our exclusive 7-metre annex mats transform the caravan space into a true home base—safe, stylish, and sturdy underfoot. The perfect blend of comfort and functionality.

10. Morning Yoga or Stretching Zone

Start your day grounded—literally. Lay down one of our mats for morning yoga or stretching. It provides a flat, grippy surface and won’t collect grass or dirt.

11. Pet-Friendly Ground Cover

Fur babies coming too? Our mats are paw-approved! They stay cool under the sun, don’t absorb smells, and make a clean spot for pets to rest.

12. Set Up a No-Shoe Zone

Avoid muddy chaos. Use a corner of your mat as a designated no-shoes zone to teach kids to leave dirty boots and thongs outside.

13. Campfire Seating Area (Safety First!)

Arrange camp chairs on your camping mat a safe distance from the campfire, ensuring sparks won't damage the mat and kids stay safely away from the flames. The stable surface keeps chairs level on uneven ground, creating a comfortable, barefoot-friendly gathering zone.

14. All-In-One Mat for Beach & Bush

Our mats pack down small but cover big areas. Take them from campsite to beach without dragging half the outdoors home with you.

15. Fast Pack-Up & Clean-Up

Shake it. Hose it. Fold it. Done. Our mats are designed for easy clean-up after dusty adventures or unexpected downpours, making pack-up day less painful.

Ready to Camp Smarter, Not Harder?

Enhance your next outdoor escape with comfort, cleanliness, and sustainability, courtesy of a recycled plastic mat designed for Australian conditions. Thousands of families already trust Recycled Mats to make camping more joyful and less stressful—why not join them?