Top Camping Accessories for the GMC Sierra 1500
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With off-road-oriented trim level options like the AT4 and AT4X, the GMC Sierra 1500 is an ideal companion for a wilderness weekend getaway. Here’s a look at a few accessories that are designed to make your next outdoor adventure more comfortable and less stressful.
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Truck bed tents
There are a number of tailor-made truck bed tents for the GMC Sierra 1500. You can take advantage of its class-leading cargo bed volume with a tent that’s meant to turn the truck bed into a shelter. In addition to providing protection from the cold, wet, and rocky ground, truck bed tents tend to be easier to assemble than their conventional counterparts. There are even tent designs that offer two-room setups so you can have some privacy from your companions.
Cargo management
If you’re heading out for a weekend in the woods, odds are, you’re bringing along a lot of gear. Keep your supplies safe with a cargo net that stretches across the top of the truck bed. And if you need to carry more cargo — or just keep the truck bed clear for camping in — you pick up an external cargo carrier. A roof-mounted cargo carrier provides plenty of extra storage space, while a hitch-mounted cargo box is perfect for carrying recreational gear like fishing tackle and hiking boots.
Entertainment
When you’re hanging out in and around your truck, a portable Bluetooth speaker is perfect for setting the mood while you’re grilling, swimming, fishing, or telling campfire stories.
And while you may be satisfied with stargazing or watching the local wildlife, if your little ones tend to get restless, consider an in-vehicle entertainment system. It comes complete with wireless headphones so their favorite shows, movies, or games don’t disrupt the ambiance of the woods. If that’s out of your budget, a seatback-mounted tablet holder can easily transform the backseat of your Sierra into a miniature theater.
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Kimiko Kidd is a native Daytonian. She graduated from Wright State University with degrees in environmental science and sociology. She loves her trusty old Honda Civic, but dreams of owning a 1974 Ford Falcon XB with a custom paint job and a vintage Kawasaki Z1000. In her free time, Kimiko can be found watercolor-painting, baking muffins, collecting rocks, playing old-school Nintendo games, writing her novel, sewing stuffed animals, and cosplaying as her favorite Mad Max characters. See more articles by Kimiko.