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Sleeping bags are essential for camping, hiking, or spending the night in your backyard, but no matter what you’re doing, be sure to choose a vegan bag that’s free of feathers stolen from birds. Down farms are damaging to the environment in the same way as farms raising animals for meat. They produce huge amounts of manure and slaughter waste, use huge amounts of water, contribute to greenhouse gas emissions and pollute water, air and land. Did you know that all birds affected by the down industry end up being sent to the slaughterhouse? There, they are usually hung upside down, stunned, and then cut into their throats.
Fortunately, many companies are responding to the growing demand for animal-friendly materials by choosing innovative insulators from bamboo fiber, flowers, coconut shell derivatives, milkweed and recycled plastic bottles that are better for birds and the environment. They also work more efficiently outdoors as they dry quickly and continue to insulate even when wet, unlike bird fluff.
There is sure to be a vegan sleeping bag on the market that suits your needs. Here are a few:
Vegan sleeping bags are ideal for hiking
Weight should be considered when purchasing a vegan hiking sleeping bag.
Enlightened equipment Revelation APEX Custom
Enlighted Equipment’s CLIMASHIELD APEX insulation is ultra-lightweight and lint-free. Revelation APEX Custom lets you choose your temperature rating, length, width, and even fabric color for the perfect fit.
Mountain Hardwear Lamina Eco AF 15F
If you prefer a standard bag, this lightweight mummy-style bag from Mountain Hardwear is made from recycled materials.
Budget Vegan Sleeping Bags
If you’re looking for a warm weather bag and don’t want to splurge, this is the one for you.
oaskys hiking sleeping bag
This is a great budget option for car camping, warming in temperatures above 50 degrees.
REI Co-op Trailbreak 20 Sleeping Bag
REI is known for its inexpensive and quality sleeping bags. This one is perfect for those looking to try their hand at hiking but don’t want to invest too much money, and it’s available in both mens and womens styles.
No down Mummi bags
The unique shape of the mummy bag fits your body tightly, keeping you warm and reducing excess mass and weight.
North Face Eco Trail Synthetic 20 Sleeping Bag
Made from all recycled materials, the Eco Trail will keep you warm in temperatures up to 20 degrees.
Coleman Silverton Sleeping Bag
This inexpensive bag is one of many lint-free options from Coleman, a company that, after negotiations with PETA, decided to sell only synthetic sleeping bags.
Vegan mummy bags for passengers on the side
Mummy bags can be difficult to sleep on your side. With more knee and elbow room, these options are specially designed to enhance the comfort of those who sleep on their sides.
Synthetic sleeping bag NEMO Forte
RISE PrimaLoft insulation keeps this bag toasty even in 20-degree temperatures. It also features Thermo Gills to ventilate body heat and an integrated pillow pocket for added comfort, and is available in both mens and womens styles.
Camp Big Agnes Sidewinder 20˚
This bag from Big Agnes uses recycled FireLine ECO synthetic insulation to keep you warm without any stolen feathers. It is available in both masculine and feminine styles.
Vegan sleeping bags for summer
If you are camping or hiking in warm weather, or are prone to overheating while sleeping, you may need a bag with a higher temperature rating.
Synthetic blanket Sea to Summit Glow
This ultralight version from Sea to Summit is a summer blanket that you can use on your own at night in temperatures above 50 degrees. You can also attach it to your Sea to Summit sleeping bag to keep it warm in winter.
Down-free winter sleeping bag options
If you are going to camp in cold conditions, you should get a bag with an appropriate rating.
Sleeping bag Mountain Hardware Lamina -20 Synthetic
Thermal.Q insulation keeps this bag warm even in sub-zero temperatures.
Vegan double bags
Snuggle up against your partner in a lint-free double bag with double the space and more warmth.
Big Agnes Cabin Creek 15˚
This double-wide bag has two padded sleeves so you can sleep comfortably together.
Vegan sleeping bags for kids
Wake up your child’s love for nature with this cozy bag.
Sleeping bag North Face Youth Eco Trail Synthetic 20
This kids version of the Eco Trail Synthetic Bag has the same high quality recycled fill as the adult model and keeps you warm even when wet.
Vegan Camping Blankets
Hiking blankets can be used as an extra layer in a sleeping bag or just to keep warm by the fire.
VOITED CloudTouch Camping Blanket Indoor & Outdoor
This soft camping blanket is made from water-resistant recycled fabrics and soft CloudTouch fleece that won’t harm any sheep.
Down-free wearable sleeping bags
Sometimes on a cold morning, you just don’t want to leave your comfortable sleeping bag. With wearable bags, you don’t have to!
Reversible Backpack by Poler
This bag can be pulled into a fluffy coat with zippers at the shoulders so you can use your hands.
Vegan Dog Sleeping Bags
Keep dogs warm and cozy by using their own padded blanket or sleeping bag.
VOITED Premium Recycled Quilt
This durable, waterproof blanket is machine washable. After a day of outdoor adventures, your pet companion can retreat into a tent for a cozy night.
Ruffwear Highlands Dog Sleeping Bag
Your dog will love to curl up in this warm bag at the end of the day.
At night outside, you can keep warm not only with the help of a sleeping bag. No matter which bag you choose, you can spend an even cozier night with these vegan tips:
- Buy a good high R-value sleeping mat.
- Wear warm base layers without wool or silk. Recycled polyester blends are a great option.
Promise to free yourself and learn how to cut animal materials:
Here’s how to wear vegan