Hele Box - Car Camping Platform
Hele Box - Car Camping Platform
Modular sleeping platform & storage system that transforms your vehicle into an adventure rig without committing to a permanent build!
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Does It Fit My Vehicle?!
Does It Fit My Vehicle?!
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- Packed: 34" x 13" x 8"
- Built: 6ft x 24" x 8.75-14"
Recommended Weight Capacity: 250lbs
*More dimensions info in the 'Detailed Specs' drop-down lower on the page*
What's Included
What's Included
What's included:
- Hele Box Sleeping Platform
- Storage System (carrying case)
- Sleeping Pad (if added on)
- 6 adjustable legs 8.5-14"
- 2 longer leg extensions 14-28" for footwell areas or to use as camping table
30 Day Returns
30 Day Returns
30-Day Returns - We think you'll be stoked on the Hele Box, but if it doesn't work for you, no worries!
Email: stoked@heleoutdoors.com within 30 days of your purchase and our team is ready and waiting to kick off the return process.

How it works:
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30-Day Returns
5 Year Warranty
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3-in-1 Car Camping System
Sleeping Platform
Storage System
Camping Table
3-in-1 Car Camping System
Sleeping Platform
Adjustable legs allow the Hele Box to straddle over obstacles, seats, & level out uneven slopes. Providing the best night's sleep in your vehicle.
• Fits most SUVs/Trucks/Vans
• Want more headroom? Add a set of stubbies!
Sleeping Platform
Adjustable legs allow the Hele Box to straddle over obstacles, seats, & level out uneven slopes. Providing the best night's sleep in your vehicle.
• Fits most SUVs/Trucks/Vans
• Want more headroom? Add a set of stubbies!
3-in-1 Car Camping System
Storage System
Storage space is worth its weight in gold when sleeping in your vehicle.
• Carrying case doubles as storage system
• Adjustable compartments for organization
• Slides under platform for easy access to gear
Storage System
Storage space is worth its weight in gold when sleeping in your vehicle.
• Carrying case doubles as storage system
• Adjustable compartments for organization
• Slides under platform for easy access to gear
3-in-1 Car Camping System
Camping Table
Tired of lugging around that rusty old table? So were we!
• Sleeping platform doubles as a camping table
• Run it off your tailgate or
• Add set of extended legs for independent use
Camping Table
Tired of lugging around that rusty old table? So were we!
• Sleeping platform doubles as a camping table
• Run it off your tailgate or
• Add set of extended legs for independent use
Solo Sleeping Pad
Lightweight, extremely comfy, and doesn't sacrifice extra headroom.
• 3” thick hybrid of foam/air allows you to adjust the level of firmness
• Top surface is a soft 50D poly fabric and the bottom is equipped with an anti-slip material
• Inflated size: 72" x 25" x 3"
More Information!
Detailed Size & Specs
Sleeping Platform Dimensions
- 6ft long x 24 wide x 8.75-14" high
Height (floor to top of frame)
- Shortest: 8.75 inch
- Tallest: 14 inch
- Adjustable by 1/2 inch increments
Weight
Hele Box’s frame is made of aerospace grade aluminum (6061) making it extremely light without compromising strength. The total weight of the frame is just under 10 lbs, and the entire system sits at 25lbs - a fraction of weight when compared to custom wood systems/rooftop tents.
Recommended Weight Capacity
- 250 lbs
Legs
Every Hele Box comes with:
- 6 short legs (8.75-14")
- 2 extended legs (14-28") for SUV footwells & table use
Hele Box Solo
These are the detailed sizing specs of the Hele Box Solo sleeping platform. Use these measurements to answer any question about fitting gear around your Hele Box!
Sleeping platform (frame only)
Please keep in mind these specs don't include the topper (24" wide) that sits ontop of the frame.

5-Year Warranty
Every Hele Box is built, tested, and put through quality service checks at our facility in Colorado before we ship it to you.
We are dedicated to making the most durable, long-lasting, and versatile car camping gear on the market. But sometimes the unexpected happens.
If there's an issue with your product let us know (stoked@heleoutdoors.com) and we'll make it right by mailing you the replacement part & providing instructions to get you back out the door and into your next adventure ASAP.
Shipping & Return Policy
Shipping in USA - Shipping is through UPS ground, the costs will be estimated for you in your cart when you go to check out.
Returns - We think you'll be stoked on the Hele Box, but if it doesn't work for you, no worries! We have a 30-day return policy. More information can be found during check-out.
Why Hele Box?
Tested by industry experts like Outside Magazine and Gear Junkie - the Hele Box is a true 3 in 1 car camping platform.
The built-in storage capabilities, lightweight design to easily transform into a table, and .5" incremental adjustably makes our product the most-modular solution on the market.
Hele Outdoors is a small (but mighty!) business HQ'd in Colorado focused on creating gear we actually use in the field. Being both the supply and demand for our products give us competitive advantage in our creations.
Every Hele Box is assembled and tested in the USA before it's sent to you.
3% of profits will go to nature conservation efforts. Learn more about our mission and story here.

Helpful Girl/Guy Math Calculator
With this purchase I will save:
- $5k+ on a van & custom build
- $1500+ on a rooftop tent that wreaks havoc on my gas mileage
- $100+/night in nasty motels or busted up b&bs on road trips - yuck!
- $50 on a rinky-dink camping table that takes up all the room in my car
- Time, money, and trips to the chiropractor on a permanent & heavy build-out
- Ample room in my garage when it's not camping season
Jokes aside - we truly believe the Hele Box is the most economical way to sleep in your vehicle!
FAQ
How does it make a 6ft sleeping platform when my trunk/cargo space is less than that?
If you are using the Hele Box in an SUV, a set of longer adjustable legs are attached to the front of the frame. These legs sit in the footwell of the rear seating and level out the frame with the other 4 shorter legs in the rear of the frame.
What if my cargo space has different heights or isn't completely flat? How will the sleeping platform be flat?
No problem! All 6 legs are independently adjustable allowing you to dial in a flat sleeping platform even if your cargo area isn't. The Hele Box car camping system can straddle over obstacles, seats, and level out even the steepest of slopes. Check our vehicle fitment guide or send us a message and we'd be happy to confirm with you!
If the vehicle isn't listed on your fitment list, does that mean it won't fit?
No! We've tested the Hele Box in more than 50 makes/models/generations of vehicles, but there are SO MANY MORE out there we've yet to test. The Hele Box car camping platform will fit in almost any SUV/truck/van that has 72" of length for the full length of the frame or 66" for the system in "shortie" mode. Check out pg 3 of our fitment guide for more information.
Does it come with the components needed for a flat space (like a truck bed/van) or do you need an extra set of short legs?
Every Hele Box comes ready to be set up on a flat space/ground (all 6 short legs) or an SUV (4 short legs and 2 long legs for the foot wells). You don't need to buy anything extra :)
Is the packaging/storage system different if I order the pad or not?
Nope! Its the same storage system/packaging.
Do you recommend your pad or my own?
We designed our pad around our sleeping platform pad with an emphasis on comfortability without sacrificing headroom. It's the best fit for the Hele Box!
Where can I go to learn more?!
Our Youtube Channel is loaded with helpful content for you to check out :)
When are you releasing the 2-person sleeper?
It's released! Check out the Hele Box Duo if you car looking for a car camping platform that accommodates 2 people.
Can you buy an extra set of legs separately?
Yes! You can now purchase an extra set of extended legs to use the table as a standalone.
Headroom looks a little tight, how can I get more space?
We built the Hele Box with a focus on balance between headroom and storage space. If you are looking to prioritize more headroom on your car camping platform, add on a set of stubbies!!
I absolutely love my Hele platform bed! I had been considering building a DIY platform myself, but I knew it would involve a lot of trial and error to get everything just right. I specifically wanted adjustable legs and usable storage underneath, but I also had concerns about height—especially whether my mattress would sit too close to the roof.
I even found myself using ChatGPT to work through measurements… and that’s when I discovered Hele. It checked every box I was looking for—and more.
My lifestyle involves a lot of travel between Florida and Illinois, and while I do have an RV, I often leave it in Florida year-round. I travel with my small 7-pound dog, and hotel stays along the way have been inconsistent at best—often expensive, sometimes not very clean, and frequently charging extra pet fees. Spending $100–$150 per night adds up quickly and was pushing me to limit my stops when I really should have been breaking up the drive and enjoying the journey.
Now, I finally can.
With my Hele platform, I’m comfortably car camping in my Honda CR‑V at COE campgrounds, and it has completely transformed my travel experience. Setup was incredibly simple—it took me about 10 minutes to assemble and install it myself.
As a 65-year-old woman who values both practicality and comfort, I can confidently say this product is thoughtfully designed and exceptionally well executed. It’s truly been a game changer.
Congratulations on such an innovative and well-designed product! I’ve already been recommending Hele in car camping Facebook groups—and that was before I even received mine.
Perfection!
Thank you!
I love that I can make this 66”, I am pretty sure I am going to do that in the near future!
What a fantastic company.
This product was just what I needed to convert the crew cab of my Silverado 3500 into a sleeper. The quality is superb, and customer support beyond next-level.
You'll be just as stoked as I was by the intention that has been put into design and execution. In a world of mediocrity and just-enough mentality, this firm stands apart by miles. A+
Worth every penny. Great people and incredible company.
I received my bed and I couldn't wait to put it together and fit it in my CRV it was just a touch too big but made it work I ordered the shortening kit as well as the stubbies I think this is a real nice product very innovative and better than building a hole over landing platform this is what I've been looking for thank you very much can I have some more stickers....
I ditched my DIY sleeping platform for the HELE single. It fits my 2026 Sienna hybrid perfectly. Great engineering. Easily adjustable. I have not removed any seats in the van.
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