11 Natural Ways Forest Stays Can Reset Your Energy

3. Clean Air and the Right Sleep Temperature

Fresh forest air and proper indoor ventilation can meaningfully improve sleep quality compared with polluted urban environments. Experts say air quality is a significant disruptor of sleep, and bringing clean, cool air into a sleeping space supports deeper rest. The Cleveland Clinic recommends an optimal bedroom temperature between 60 and 67°F for most adults, a range many forest locations naturally provide during the night. If your accommodation has windows or screened doors, use those features to circulate air unless insects or extreme weather make that unsafe. Some properties now combine open-air designs with climate control so guests can enjoy fresh air on their own terms. If you’re sensitive to temperature shifts, pack layered bedding and a lightweight, breathable sleeping bag rated for a few degrees below your expected low. Finally, practice a short airing routine — open vents or windows for 10 to 20 minutes before turning in to equalize indoor and outdoor air and reduce stuffiness that can interrupt sleep.