If you love the outdoors in Lebanon, whether it’s camping in the mountains, hiking in Tannourine, or chasing sunsets by the coast, you’ve probably had this experience before: you find the perfect view, take out your hammock… and realize there are no trees around.
The Hammock Struggle in Lebanon
I’ve lost count of how many times this happened to me. Hammocks are amazing: they’re lightweight, compact, and one of the best ways to enjoy nature. But hammocks in Lebanon come with one condition: you need trees.
And let’s face it, not every camping spot, hike, or outdoor location has them. On the beach in Anfeh or Tyre? No trees. Up in Faraya after a hike? No trees. Even on a rooftop in Beirut, where the view is perfect, you don’t have what you need to hang a hammock. Sometimes you end up with the perfect view, but nowhere to relax.
That’s when I realized something important: hammocks and mattresses actually compliment each other.
Why Mattresses Change the Game
When there are no trees, a compact outdoor mattress becomes your best friend. With a built-in pump, lightweight design, and easy packability, you can literally put it anywhere: on rocky ground, sandy beaches, grassy hills, or even cement rooftops. Suddenly, every spot becomes comfortable.
And when there are trees, that’s when the hammock shines.
So in a way, hammocks are for the trees, and mattresses are for everywhere else. Together, they make sure you’re always covered, no matter where your outdoor trip takes you.
Hammocks & Mattresses: The Outdoor Dream Team
Lebanon is full of contrasts. One weekend you’re camping deep in the Cedars, the next you’re tanning by the sea, and the weekend after that you’re chilling in Faraya with friends. That’s why having both a hammock and a mattress in your camping gear is a game-changer.
Going hiking? Take the mattress for unexpected rest spots.
Camping in Lebanon’s forests? Hammocks are unbeatable.
Beach day in Anfeh or Tyre? Both work: hammock in the shade, mattress on the sand.
Even rooftops in Beirut or Batroun turn into perfect hangout spots with the right gear.
Final Thoughts
For me, hammocks and mattresses aren’t a choice, they’re a combo. When you’re exploring Lebanon’s outdoors, you never know what the terrain will be like. Sometimes there are trees, sometimes it’s just open sky and rocks.
So next time you’re packing for camping or hiking in Lebanon, bring both. Trust me, the views are always better when you’re comfortable.