🏕️ How to Create More Storage Space in Your Caravan, Camper or Linen Closet
If you have ever opened your caravan cupboard and had a shampoo bottle or rogue torch fall on your head, you are not alone. Whether you are travelling Australia or just trying to keep your linen closet from overflowing, one truth remains: storage space is gold.
But here is the good news, you do not need to renovate your van or buy another tub. You just need to get clever with how you store what you already have. And look at what you actually need!
Here is how to turn chaos into calm with a few smart tricks (and a little help from your CamPaq Bags 😉).
Start With a Clean Slate
If you are ready to get your caravan storage or camper organisation under control, start by pulling everything out. Yes, everything. It is amazing what hides in those back corners....half a deck of cards, two fly nets, and a mystery cord you have been carting around since 2019.
Wipe down your shelves and floors and take stock of what you actually use. If it has not seen daylight in a year, it probably does not need to come along for the ride. Here is another I learnt along the way, if you place something in an out of the way corner of a difficult cupboard or under lounge seat that is hard to get to - when you actually want it, you probably won't know where to find it or find it to hard. So leave it behind or throw it out before you put it somewhere it will stay forever.
Sort by Where You Use It
Instead of sorting by “type” (clothes here, shoes there), think location.
Keep kitchen bits together, bathroom bits together, outdoor gear together, and store them in clear storage bags so you can see exactly what is inside.
That way, when you pull up at your campsite and need the mozzie spray, you are not rummaging through the “miscellaneous” tub for half an hour.
👉 CamPaq Tip: Our Medium and Large Bags are perfect for these categories. Stack them, squish them, slide them under your bed or into a 4WD boot. You will be amazed how much space you reclaim when everything fits just right.
Use Every Nook and Cranny in Your Caravan or Camper
Caravans and campers have one thing in common: awkward spaces.
Think under the bed, in the boot, behind the seat, and on top of cupboards. These are your secret storage zones.
At our place, my hubby uses an Under Bed Bag for all the outdoor bits - the awning, pegs, guy ropes, cords and other gear that usually ends up tangled in a tub. It slides perfectly into the caravan tunnel boot and keeps everything he needs for set up neat, clean and ready to grab when we set up camp.
👉 CamPaq Tip: Our Under Bed Bags are soft-sided (so no wasted space) and clear (so no guessing games). Perfect for caravan storage, camping gear, linen, or even extra clothes at home.
Pack Smart, Not Big: The Secret to Camper Organisation
The key to caravan storage and camper organisation is flexibility.
Big, hard tubs waste precious centimetres. Soft, zippered bags mould around whatever space you have and they're squishable to make them fit!
Plus, with clear sides, you can instantly spot your towels, togs, or tools without tearing everything apart.
👉 CamPaq Tip: Our clear PVC design means you can see it, find it, pack it in seconds. Perfect for your next road trip or just keeping your linen closet neat enough that guests think you have your life together.
Label and Layer Your Caravan Storage Bags
Even though you can see what is inside, adding quick labels (like “Bathroom,” “Clothes,” or “Kids’ Stuff”) helps when someone else is helping pack up.
Layer by use, everyday items up top, seasonal stuff below.
You will save time, space, and a lot of “Where is the thingy?” moments.
Reassess Your Storage Regularly
Organisation is not “set and forget.”
Every few months, do a quick stocktake of what you are using, what is collecting dust, and what could be packed differently?
You will keep your caravan, camper, or home storage feeling light, not loaded. And excess weight is a real problem in caravans.
✨ The Wrap-Up: Make the Most of Every Inch
Creating more storage space is not about cramming more stuff in, it is about making what you have work harder.
With a few clever tweaks and the right storage system (hello, CamPaq Bags 👋), your caravan, camper, or home can feel twice as organised without a single renovation.
Pack it. See it. Find it.
Your future self will thank you 😉
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