Ever heard the saying that you should leave "only footprints" after spending time in nature?

It might sound unrealistic at first glance. Camping in a pristine part of the world for days or weeks and leaving it as if you were never there?

There's always going to be traces of your presence that remain after you leave. So long as you're ensuring those traces are minimal and have ZERO negative impact on the environment, you're doing it right. And when it comes to doing it right, a portable beach shower is your secret weapon for campsite cleanups.

Here's why we reckon they're an absolute essential when you're heading into the bush, mountains or wilderness.

Are beach showers suitable for camping?

You better believe it!

Beach Soul® beach showers are the easiest, most low-key awesome way to rinse off the sweat, dirt, dust, gristle and grime that comes with camping. They function as a portable shower, aren't battery powered and can even hold warm water for when you're craving a hot shower.

The sturdy base design distributes weight appropriately, ensuring it never tips. They also double as surf showers, pet showers, rinsing kits and more.

So yes, a Beach Soul® beach shower is 100% suitable for camping and all your off-grid adventures.

6 ways our portable beach showers make campsite clean-ups easier

Wondering how a Beach Soul® beach shower can make your camping trip cleanup easier?

Here are 6 ways they eliminate hassle, stress and effort from what's supposed to be a time of toes-up relaxation and enjoyment.

Clean dirty pots, pans, cutlery and dishes

Nothing bums out mum and dad like staring at a pile of dirty dishes at the end of a long, fun-filled day.

Whether it's from campfire cooking or using disposable dinnerware, cleaning up after meals can be time-consuming and messy. With a portable beach shower, you can simply rinse off all the dirt and grime from your utensils so they're ready to use for the next meal.

No need to haul buckets of water or struggle with a camp sink, just turn on the shower and let it do the work.

Wash down dusty camping furniture

Ever started packing for your annual camping trip, only to pull out your camp furniture and realise it's covered in a thick layer of dust?

It happens more often than we'd like to admit. Unfortunately, neglecting your camping furniture can lead to it deteriorating faster and needing to be replaced sooner. Warmer water makes cleaning the dust and dirt off much easier, so a portable beach shower is the perfect solution.

Simply set up your furniture outside, give it a good spray down with warm water, and let it dry in the sun or use a towel.

Either way, a quick wash down is better than lugging it all home and adding to your post-trip cleaning tasks.

Here's how to use heated water with our showers.

Rid your beach equipment of sand and salt

Going on a camping trip near the coast?

Chances are you'll come into contact with sand and saltwater.

While they're both essential ingredients for a beachside camping trip, they can wreak havoc on your gear and leave your vehicle a sandy, salty mess.

What's more, lots of beaches and coastal campsites don't have access to freshwater showers. This makes having portable showers handy a convenient, hassle-saving option.

Simply place your surfboards, bodyboards, wetsuits, dive gear or whatever else has been in the ocean on a tarp or mat, give them a good rinse and let them dry in the sun before packing up.

Not only does this save you time and effort cleaning at home, but it also helps to preserve the lifespan of your beach equipment.

Clean windows and mirrors on your 4WD or van

Campsites located off the beaten track are often accompanied by dirt, dust and mud roads.

This means your 4WD or van windows and mirrors can get pretty dirty during a camping trip. Instead of spending time with cleaning products and paper towels, grab your portable beach shower and give them a quick rinse down.

Poor visibility on sub-standard roads due to dust-covered windows can be a safety hazard, so it's important to keep them clean during your trip.

Bathe your dog so they're ready for the trip home

Got a four-legged friend who's obsessed with rolling in dirt, mud and anything else they can find?

While it's all part of the camping experience for them, it can be a nightmare to travel back home or to your next destination with a stinky, dirty dog.

Instead of wasting time and effort trying to clean them up in a campground or at home, use portable showers to rinse them off before they jump into your vehicle.

It's quick. It's easy. You can control the pressure and your dog will thank you for it.

Most of all though you won't need a peg on your nose for the ride home.

Rinsing your Beach Soul® beach shower's neoprene cover

Last but not least, you can use your Beach Soul® beach shower to rinse off the neoprene cover after your trip.

These neoprene covers, which are designed to keep your shower water warm and provide added protection when you're on the go, can get pretty sandy and dirty after a camping trip.

Simply detach the cover from the shower, give it a good rinse with warm water, and hang it to dry before storing.

This way, your beach shower will be ready for its next adventure without bringing any unwanted dirt or sand along with it.

Final thoughts

Camping trips are typically dirty, dusty and grubby affairs... and that's ok.

BUT... when it comes time to pack up and head home, nobody wants to spend hours cleaning and scrubbing everything.

A hard wearing, easy to pump beach shower is an excellent solution for anyone looking to de-hassle their camping adventures. Because when you have time off to relax and recharge, the last thing you want is to add more work to your plate.

Keep water warm, your kids happy and your pets and gear clean. We make epic camping showers, the best surf showers and family-friendly portable showers that everyone can use.