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I have never camped on gravel pitches but I have been on gravel pitches when I had a caravan.
If they are shingle or grit, the shingle/grit gets stuck in soles and walked everywhere. Shingle also contains very sharp bits.
Large round stones are better but not very comfortable.
I would never put my expensive tent on anything other than grass even with a footprint, and I have been known to turn down pitches which are too worn and consist of a mud patch and tree roots.
Many campsite owners don't actually understand much about camping, particularly tents. They are farmers/landowners trying to draw in some cash with as little ongoing maintenance as possible, hence the so-called all weather pitches.
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Topic: Gravel base on tent pitches
