The Best Backpacking Tents of 2022
Whether you’re looking to spend 100 nights on the trail or stick to a tight budget, we’ve found the best backpacking tents of 2022.
Pack Light, Save Money: Black Friday Deals on Backpacking Tents
Get the best deals on some of the highest-end ultralight backpacking tents this Black Friday.
Tentsile Launches Insulated Hanging ‘Cabin’ for Cool-Weather Camping
The new Insulated Cabin from Tentsile is ideal for cold-weather car-camping or backyard adventures, and comes in two distinct configurations.
The Best Camping Tents of 2022
Make the most of your home away from home by choosing the best camping tent for your adventure. We found the top car camping and family camping tents for every budget and use.
White Duck Regatta Bell Tent Review: Gettin’ Dirty, Sleepin’ Luxe
I took the White Duck Regatta Bell Tent to elk camp and put it through all the rigors of three hunters eating, sleeping, and working for 10 days straight.
Telos Bikepacking TR2 Tent Review: Short Poles, Multiple Bags for Storage Flexibility
Sea to Summit enters the bikepacking tent scene with the Telos Bikepacking TR2, which has shorter tent poles and two dry bags for packing.
iKamper BDV Review: The Rooftop Tent for Adventure Gear-Lovers
We got an early hands-on experience with iKamper’s latest rooftop tent, the Blue Dot Voyager. We came away impressed by its versatility, comfort, and value.
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Tentsile Stingray Tree Tent Review: Camp With Your (Inner) Child
The Tentsile Stingray is a suspended three-person tree tent. It’s complicated looking but was easy to set up and fun for anyone who entered.
Funky-Shape Tarp ‘Shelter by Cinch’ Sets Up in Minutes
Check out ‘the camping tarp reimagined.’ It’s a party-friendly design whose designers say one person can set up quickly.
SylvanSport Reveals Its First Rooftop Tent: The LOFT
SylvanSport releases its first rooftop tent. It’s a lightweight hardshell full-pop design that comes in cheaper than many competitors.
Roofnest Reveals Its First Softshell Rooftop Tent: The Meadowlark
Roofnest builds the Meadowlark to set up quickly, pack and store easily, and leave enough room on your roof rack for a bike alongside.
Affordable, Entry-Level Ultralight Tent: 3FUL Gear Lanshan 2 Review
Dabble in ultralight backpacking before you dive into it, with the stout, if imperfect, 3FUL Gear Lanshan 2 Tent.
Watch a Camping Expert Show How to Maximize Airflow in a DIY Shelter
Learn how to create a ventilated shelter for impromptu summer camping the same way our ancestors did — by watching YouTube.
The Best Backpacking Sleeping Pads of 2022
We tested and review the best sleeping pads for backpacking in 2021. Whether you need an ultralight mat or more insulation, we’ve got it.
Review: MSR Somehow Makes Its Iconic Hubba Hubba Tent Better
A tent so nice they had to name it twice. You see it on thru-hikes everywhere — the Mountain Safety Research, MSR, Hubba Hubba is a staple for backpackers looking to shed weight and go light.
Snow Peak Unveils Giant Outdoor Palace: The Zekka
The Zekka shelter boasts panoramic views, open-air living, and a few key accessories to up the ante on your camping style this summer.
NEMO’s New L.L.Bean Collab Impact Tent Is the Best New Entry-Level Camping Tent
NEMO’s Impact Tent works for camping or backpacking. It’s also carbon neutral, and the first tent to undergo a full life cycle analysis.
Outdoor Air Conditioner: EcoFlow ‘Wave’ Cools Your Campsite
EcoFlow’s first electrical appliance, the Wave portable outdoor air conditioner promises impressive cooling performance and battery life.
REI Wonderland X Tent Review: A Versatile 4-Person Palace for Car Campers
REI launched the spacious Wonderland X four-person tent to replace the iconic REI Kingdom for 2022. We took it camping for six nights to give the Wonderland X a thorough review.
The Best Rooftop Tents of 2022
We put the best rooftop tents of 2022 to the test. From hardshell options to budget-friendly picks, we’ve got you covered.
Rooftop Tent Company to Offer Rebate for EV Drivers
Roofnest offers EV drivers a cash rebate or free down blanket for rooftop tent purchases made starting April 1, 2022.
Thule’s Tepui Foothill Lets You Carry More Than Just a Rooftop Tent
In late 2020, Thule announced its Tepui Foothill rooftop tent, a slimmer profile two-person tent that distinguishes itself by leaving space on a vehicle’s roofrack for other gear instead of taking up the whole roof.
Membership Sale: Save 20% on Big Brands at Backcountry
For 10 days, Backcountry will reward members with a 20% discount on a full-price item. It’s the perfect time to grab that gear you’ve had your eye on.
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Gear Up for Hiking and Camping With Stoic
It’s spring, which means you’ll soon be walking through nature in bloom. Let Stoic guide you through some of the essential gear to make the most of your time outside.
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Save 20% on Camping & Hiking Gear During This REI Member Sale
The 2022 REI Member Moment Sale continues with a variety of new camping and hiking essentials eligible for the REI member discount.
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Floating ‘Monolith’ Tent Inflates in Seconds, Pitches on Land or Air
Does the Exod Monolith one-person, four-season tent float? Yes, thanks to an inflatable frame and carbon platform hung from a patented suspension system.
MSR’s Lighter, Less Expensive Ultralight Tent: 2022 FreeLite First Look Review
If you’re the type of backpacker who shaves down their toothbrush to save ounces on the trail, the new MSR FreeLite tent is for you. MSR reduced weight — and cost — with this revamped ultralight tent.
Modern Classic: Loki Basecamp Falcon Truck Camper Review
The Loki Basecamp Falcon is a four-season truck camper made to be off the grid for people who love to play in the woods.
Don’t Sleep on Decathlon: Outdoor Gear for Enthusiasts and Experts Alike
If you haven’t checked out Decathlon gear and apparel, now’s the time. Car campers, hikers, and general outdoor enthusiasts will find hundreds of items that challenge the price points of other top brands.
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Dreamy Dyneema: High Tail Designs’ Ultralight Trail Gear Is Anything but Boring
Whether you want one-ounce rain mitts for your ultralight array or a cute tote to carry your pug (what?), High Tail Designs makes it in Dyneema.
Upstart ‘Badass’ Rooftop Tent’s Build Category’s Lightest, Thinnest Hardshell
You don’t call your company ‘Badass’ without emanating a certain vibe. The startup rooftop tent builder enters the market with five patent entries (moonroof!) and an intriguing ‘lightest and fastest hardtop’ claim.
