Spook Up Your Campsite: Fun and Sustainable Halloween Decorating Ideas

By: Amanda Winget
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Halloween at Hellbender RV Campground is about more than just s’mores and cozy campfires. It’s a chance to show off your creativity and turn your RV, camper, or tent into a haunted hideaway! Whether you’re joining us on Halloween weekend for the Hellbender Halloween Bash or celebrating somewhere else across Ohio, campsite decorating brings the Halloween spirit to the great outdoors in the best way.

halloween decorations and string lights


Join the Hellbender Halloween Bash

Halloween weekend is going to be full of fun for Hellbender RV Campground campers. Guests can enjoy fall festive activities like costume contests, and we’re inviting everyone to get in on the action by decking out their campsites. Think twinkling lights, glowing pumpkins, friendly ghosts, or a full-on haunted forest if that’s your style.

Bring your best ideas, because creativity will be rewarded. Whether your vibe is spooky, silly, or classic Halloween, this is your chance to make your campsite shine.

jack o lanterns

 

Easy Decorating Ideas for RVs, Campers, and Tents

  • String Lights with a Twist. Add orange and purple lights to frame doors, awnings, and tent poles. Solar or rechargeable battery-operated lights work great if you’re off the grid. 
  • Pumpkin Patch Vibes. Real or faux pumpkins instantly bring Halloween charm. Arrange them along your steps, on a picnic table, or in a wagon for a cute display.
  • DIY Window Silhouettes. Cut out bats, ghosts, or spider webs from black paper or recycled cardboard. Stick them inside your windows with removable tape for a dramatic effect at night.
  • Themed Table Settings. A simple tablecloth, some hay bales, and reusable plates can make your site feel like a cozy Halloween party spot.
  • Soundscapes and Fog Machines. If you want to go all out, add a small fog machine or a Bluetooth speaker with spooky sounds to set the mood.
halloween crafts

 

Sustainable Decorating Tips

Halloween fun doesn’t have to create a trail of plastic waste. Here are some easy ways to make your decorations more eco-friendly:

  • Choose Reusables: Instead of single-use plastic, pick décor you can pack away and use year after year.
  • DIY from Nature: Use sticks, leaves, gourds, and pinecones to create a rustic Halloween feel.
  • Upcycle What You Have: Old sheets make perfect ghosts, and cardboard boxes can become tombstones with a little eco-friendly paint (try water- or vegetable-based!).
  • Solar and Rechargeable LED Lights: These save on battery waste and keep your site glowing all night long. 
  • Skip the Glitter: It’s tough on the environment. Opt for natural textures or biodegradable alternatives.
sustainable costumes on family

 

Keep the Fun Going

Want even more sustainable Halloween inspiration? Check out our other blog on eco-friendly candy and costume ideas that make trick-or-treating greener and more fun.

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So grab your favorite fall sweater, bring your imagination, and join us for a wickedly fun Halloween weekend. Whether you’re camping at Hellbender RV Campground or somewhere else under the stars, decorating your campsite is the perfect way to celebrate the season.

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