Tent pad

[2] Often, a tent pad is a single row of timbers forming a square that retains the fill, resembling a sandbox.

[2] The framing allows the tent pad to be even and level on rough or sloping terrain and allows for more comfortable sleeping.

[1] Some tent pads do not have framing, but instead are raised area of dirt that are sometimes topped with wood chips.

[2][1] This elevation also prevents standing water from developing and reduces the risk of flooding when it rains since it has better drainage.

[1] A campsite may have a designated tent pad, but otherwise a flat, durable surface like dirt or gravel would be a suitable alternative.