The Best Portable Heated Blankets for Camping and Travel

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Whether you’ll be camping or are headed out on a road trip this winter, you’ll want to make sure you have all the right gear to keep you safe (and warm). From sleeping bags to hiking boots, we’ve covered plenty of the best winter outdoor gear. Now, we’ve rounded up the best portable heated blankets, including options powered by battery packs and ones that plug into your vehicle’s cigarette lighter port. If you love your heated electric blanket at home, now you can take these portable versions with you on the road.

Related: The 7 Best Heated Socks to Wear this Winter, According to Thousands of Customer Reviews

Keep reading for five heated blankets that will keep you warm all winter long.

This heated blanket is perfect for car camping and road trips, since it plugs into your vehicle’s cigarette lighter. It’s made from cozy fleece in a fall- and winter-ready plaid print, so you’ll want to keep this blanket in your car at all times during the colder months.

To buy: Millwood Pines Caigan Heated Car Throw, wayfair.com, $35 (originally $42)

Another car blanket, this version from Sojoy is made from ultra-soft flannel to provide ultimate comfort. It has three heat settings, as well as 30, 45, and 60 minute auto power off timers that will keep you safe while you’re staying warm.

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To buy: Sojoy Washable Electric Heated Travel Blanket, amazon.com, $28

This soft fleece throw blanket is perfect for travel and camping, since it’s powered by a power bank (not included). That means you can take it anywhere, and as long as it’s connected via USB, you can enjoy one of the three heat settings.

To buy: PerfectPrime Soft Fleece Portable Heated Throw, amazon.com, $77

This Eddie Bauer throw blanket is powered by an included battery pack, so you can take it with you wherever you go, whether you’re camping or just lounging in your own backyard. The blanket is made from water-resistant nylon and features a kangaroo pocket that’s perfect for keeping your hands warm on chilly days and nights.

To buy: Eddie Bauer Portable Heated Electric Throw Blanket, amazon.com, $112

This plush heated blanket measures 60″ x 60″, so it’s big plenty big enough to bundle up in, even on particularly chilly days. It’s powered by an included battery pack, and will provide warmth for up to five hours. The blanket has three heat settings and also features extra-cozy heated hand pockets.

To buy: Cozee Battery Powered Heated Blanket, amazon.com, $250

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