Backpacking Tents

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MSR Hubba Hubba LT 1-Person Backpacking Tent

SKU: MSRHHL1MFR: 13936

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Ultralight backpacking tent weighs only 2 lbs 6 oz.
Durable nylon resists weather for camping comfort.
Quick setup with included poles for easy use.
Spacious 20 sq. ft. floor for 1-person tent.
Excellent ventilation via micromesh canopy design.
Compact packed size; ideal backpacking tent choice.

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^$469^.95

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Nemo Hornet OSMO 3 Person Ultralight Backpacking Tent

SKU: NMOHO3TNMFR: 811666036728

Ultralight backpacking tent; min weight 2 lbs 13 oz.
Durable OSMO ripstop offers superior weather resistance.
Spacious 3-person tent with 39.7 sq. ft. floor area.
Compact backpacking tent packs to 17.5 x 8 x 3.5 in.
Easy setup with semi-freestanding design & Divvy Sack.
Excellent ventilation with mesh canopy for comfort.

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MSR FreeLite 2 Ultralight Backpacking Tent

SKU: MSRFL2TMFR: 14091

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Ultralight backpacking tent; minimum weight: 2 lbs.
Compact backpacking tent; fits easily in your pack.
Durable tent; built with quality MSR materials.
Weather-resistant tent; stay dry in any condition.
Easy setup tent; get shelter quickly on the trail.
Excellent ventilation; minimizes condensation buildup.

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Nemo Dragonfly OSMO 2-Person Tent

SKU: NMODO2TMFR: 811666034014

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Ultralight backpacking tent; min weight 2lb 10oz.
3-Season tent offers excellent weather resistance.
Compact tent packs to 19.5 x 5.5 x 3.5 inches.
Freestanding tent design ensures easy setup.
Durable OSMO ripstop rainfly (1500 mm) included.
Enhanced ventilation with no-see-um mesh canopy.

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^$499^.95

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Nemo Hornet OSMO 1 Person Ultralight Backpacking Tent

SKU: NMOHO1TNMFR: 811666036704

Ultralight backpacking tent; minimum weight 1 lb 13 oz.
Compact backpacking tent packs to 12.5 x 7.5 x 3 inches.
Durable OSMO ripstop offers superior weather resistance.
Easy setup with semi-freestanding design & Divvy Cube.
Excellent ventilation with no-see-um mesh canopy.
3-season backpacking tent with 20.6 sq. ft floor area.

^$399^.95

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Backpacking Tent Capacity

When outfitting your next backpacking trip, it’s important to select the right size backpacking tent. Too big and you’ll be carrying unnecessary extra weight. Too small and you won’t sleep as well due to cramped sleeping arrangements.

Fortunately, modern tents come in a range of sizes to accommodate anything from a single backpacker to a group of eight or more.

Choosing the Ideal Tent Size

Most outdoor enthusiasts recommend selecting a backpacking rated for slightly more than the number of people in your group. A common method is to add two to any tent size. For example, if you have a family of four, look for a six-person tent.

Selecting a larger tent will give you more room for maneuvering and storing gear like backpacks without exposing them to the elements. If you have bad weather, you’ll be glad you have the extra room so you, your companions, and your gear can stay warm and dry.

Types of Backpacking Tents

Most backpacking tents are rated as either three-season or four-season. Three-season tents work well in most traditional environmental conditions like wind, rain, heat, and chill.

Four-season tents are designed a bit differently so they can handle the added stress of winter storms. Stronger seams, low profile designs, and more robust rain flys provide protection against snow load, hail, ice storms, and heavy winds.

Popular Frame and Pole Materials

You have plenty of choices when selecting the structural materials of your tent’s frame and poles. The most common materials are aluminum, fiberglass, carbon, and steel. Each offers a unique combination of strength, durability, and weight.

If you plan to hike long distances, it’s a good idea to select ultralight tent poles. Carbon and aluminum are great lightweight materials that won’t add a ton of weight to your pack.

Customer-Favorite Brands for Backpacking Tents

Shopping for a backpacking tent is like selecting a portable hotel room you’ll stay in for years to come. It’s important to invest in a reliable and comfortable tent that offers all of the features you care most about.

Many backpackers prefer brands like Big Agnes, Eureka, Marmot, Sierra Designs, and MSR for their well-built tents, confidence-inspiring warranties, and clever design elements.

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MSR Hubba Hubba LT 1-Person Backpacking Tent

Nemo Hornet OSMO 3 Person Ultralight Backpacking Tent

MSR FreeLite 2 Ultralight Backpacking Tent

Nemo Dragonfly OSMO 2-Person Tent

Nemo Hornet OSMO 1 Person Ultralight Backpacking Tent

Backpacking Tent Capacity

Choosing the Ideal Tent Size

Types of Backpacking Tents

Popular Frame and Pole Materials

Customer-Favorite Brands for Backpacking Tents