Tents

Sky-High Ceiling, Down-to-Earth Comfort: NEMO Aurora Highrise 4 Tent Review

With a double-sized door, spacious interior, copious ventilation, and headroom aplenty, the NEMO Aurora Highrise Tent will up your fair-weather camping comfort game.

Written by Karuna Eberl June 25, 2025

For Tall Backpackers Who Go Ultralight: Six Moons Designs Skyscape Trekker Tent Review

At just 26 ounces, the Skyscape Trekker from Six Moons is a bonafide ultralight single-person tent — but it’s also long enough to accommodate tall…

Written by David Young June 10, 2025

Extended Shade, Seamless Shelter: REI Co-op Base Camp 6 Tent and Vehicle Connector Review

The REI Base Camp 6 Tent and Vehicle Connector make the perfect pair, adding a shaded outdoor room between your trail rig and one of…

Written by Meghan LaHatte June 09, 2025

Pop-Up Penthouse: James Baroud Odyssey RTT Review

This instant-up, deluxe rooftop tent transitions from 360-degree ventilation and views to a cozy nest that blocks sound, light, and cold.

Written by Berne Broudy June 03, 2025

More Room, Less Money: NEMO Dagger OSMO 3 Tent Review

The NEMO Dagger OSMO 3P Tent has more head and shoulder space, higher doors, and bigger vestibules than the previous version.

Written by Will Brendza May 28, 2025

The Best Rooftop Tents of 2025

We put the best rooftop tents of 2025 to the test. From hardshell options to budget-friendly picks, we’ve got you covered.

Written by Berne Broudy May 21, 2025

Half the Weight With Greater Space: Marmot Limelight Ultralight 3P Review

The Marmot Limelight Ultralight three person tent now boasts a carry weight that’s roughly half the weight of the original design. It’s the brand’s lightest…

Written by Mary Andino May 13, 2025

Big Agnes’ Lightest Sleeping Pad Yet: Zoom UL Review

The Zoom UL is the lightest sleeping pad Big Agnes has made yet. It’s comfortable to sleep on, and it comes at a great value…

Written by Mary Andino May 12, 2025

The Best Ultralight Tents of 2025

To pinpoint the hardiest, sturdiest, and lightest backpacking tents, we gathered sage advice from thru-hikers who’ve tracked the toughest, longest miles with their gear.

Written by Chris Carter, Nick Belcaster and Morgan Tilton May 06, 2025

Ultralight, Freestanding Tent Braves Extreme Weather: Hyperlite Mountain Gear CrossPeak 2 Review

The CrossPeak 2 is Hyperlite’s first foray into freestanding tents, and in typical style it is ultra-tough, ultra-spendy, and ultralight.

Written by Nick Belcaster April 22, 2025

Iconic Tent Gets Retro Redesign: REI Co-op Half Dome 2 Plus Review

The Half Dome Tent from REI Co-op turned 45 this year. To honor its legacy, the brand upgraded its design and released a 2 Plus…

Written by Will Brendza April 15, 2025

REI’s Iconic Half Dome Tent Celebrates 45 Years With Fresh Upgrades

The Co-op’s #1 bestselling tent turns 45 this year. Campers reap the rewards with updates like more room, a retro logo, and donating 20% to…

Written by Josette Rolfe March 27, 2025

Super Light and Surprisingly Sturdy: Dometic TRT 140 Air Review

Comfortable, roomy, and easy-to-use, the two-person Dometic TRT 140 Air Inflatable Rooftop Tent inflates in a few minutes via an included electric 12V pump.

Written by Morgan Tilton March 25, 2025

Hot Hammock in the Dead of Winter: Warbonnet Tsunami Review

What happens when one of the foremost hammock companies builds a hammock hot tent? A versatile tank of a fortress — if you can weather…

Written by Ian Graber-Stiehl March 14, 2025

Big Agnes Unveils ‘Breakthrough’ HyperBead Tent Fabric: Extreme Strength, No PFASs

Big Agnes drops ‘HyperBead,’ a new tent fabric that’s lighter, stronger, and more waterproof — all without PFAS, DWR, or WR treatments.

Written by Will Brendza January 15, 2025

Zpacks Duplex Lite Tent Review: Cut Weight, Not Comfort — Unless You’re Over 6 Feet Tall

The Zpacks Duplex Lite is lighter and more compact than its classic counterpart and, if it fits you, could be one of the best UL…

Written by Jackson Sims-Myers January 15, 2025

The Best Canopy Tents of 2025

We tested 7 of the best canopy tents on the market to help you find the right model to suit your intended use, needs, and…

Written by Andrew Potter November 11, 2024

NEMO Aurora 2 Review: Affordable Tent Straddles Car Camping and Backpacking

The NEMO Aurora 2 is a camping tent that’s just light enough you can use it for backpacking as well. For two people who spend…

Written by Xiaoling Keller November 07, 2024

Impressive Plastic Wedge, Lower Price: James Baroud ‘Project Shadow’ Rooftop Tent Preview

The James Baroud ‘Project Shadow’ is a new wedge-style rooftop tent with a host of impressive features. It’s offered at the company’s lowest price point…

Written by Bryon Dorr November 04, 2024

The Best 4-Season Tents of 2025

Our experts tested the best 4-season tents of 2025 for every budget and use case. Top picks include Mountain Hardwear, MSR, and more.

Written by Morgan Tilton and Nick Belcaster November 01, 2024

Best Value Rooftop Tent We’ve Tested: Topoak Galaxy 1.0 Review

The Topoak Galaxy 1.0 rooftop tent has a low MSRP of $1,299. This includes a aluminum alloy hardshell and plentiful features.

Written by Seiji Ishii October 16, 2024

Cartop Glamping: Thule Approach M Rooftop Tent Review

Thule’s Approach M rooftop tent proved to be cavernous, comfortable, and robust. Our skeptical editor labeled it ‘downright luxurious.’

Written by Seiji Ishii September 11, 2024

An Ultralight Tent Without the Ultralight Tradeoffs: NEMO Hornet OSMO 3P Tent Review

The semi-freestanding NEMO Hornet OSMO is very light, but it doesn’t sacrifice livability, storm protection, or the little details.

Written by Bergen Tjossem August 30, 2024

Roofnest Falcon 3 EVO Rooftop Tent Soars Above Expectations

Packs down puny, pops up huge: The Falcon 3 EVO is a wildly comfortable rooftop tent that allows you to stretch your legs without taking…

Written by Rachelle Schrute June 18, 2024

Where Alpine Bivy Meets Basecamp: The North Face Assault 2 FUTURELIGHT Tent Review

Providing peace of mind in high winds and heavy snowfall, The North Face Assault 2 Tent is a boundary-pushing single wall shelter.

Written by Eli Spitulnik June 06, 2024

This Shelter Shoulders All Seasons: MSR Access 2 Tent Review

Styled as a ski-touring shelter, the MSR Access 2 makes it into our packs any time both weight and strength are a concern.

Written by David Gladish May 24, 2024

How to Choose the Best Tent for Camping or Backpacking

Your tent protects you from the elements and forms years of outdoor memories. Your home in the hills, a tent is one of the biggest…

Written by Steve Graepel and Will Brendza May 17, 2024

Camp on a Cot: Helinox Debuts Limited-Release ‘Off-the-Ground’ Tents

Turn that camp furniture into camp shelter — Helinox brings its tents to North America for the first time ever.

Written by Adam Ruggiero May 07, 2024

The KUIU Storm Star 2 Tent Shines, Regardless of Weather

Rain, snow, sun, wind: nothing seems to rattle the KUIU Storm Star 2. This four-season tent is beyond capable of whatever environment you throw it…

Written by Rachelle Schrute April 12, 2024

4-Season Strength, 3-Season Weight: REI Co-op Arete ASL 2 Tent Review

The REI Co-op Arete ASL 2 tent is built to handle diverse conditions — consider this your shoulder-season shelter of choice.

Written by Maddie Downie April 01, 2024

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