Lightweight Tent
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 Beach Umbrella Sun Shade Shelter Canopy Camping Portable Outdoor Tent New  US $10.49
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 New 1 or 2 Person Emergency Protective Tent 5 x 8 US $4.00
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 Eureka Forte SQ2 2 person 3 season Tent US $50.00
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 Hiker Biker Hiking 2 Person Dome Tent Camping Backpacking Lightweight Compact US $42.95 |
 Coleman Exponent Cadence 2 Backpacking Tent BRAND NEW US $105.00
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 Mountain Hardware Light Wedge 3 3 Person Backpacking Tent NEW US $166.45
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 2 PERSON NYLON BACKPACKING DOME TENT RAIN COVER NEW US $38.99
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 NEW BIG AGNES FLY CREEK UL2 ULTRALIGHT FREE STANDING BACKPACKING 2 PERSON TENT US $152.50
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 Texsport Willowbend 2 Person Trail Tent in Forest Green US $40.00
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 Marmot Aspen 2P tent US $95.00
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 YELLOWSTONE CAMPING TENT BY GIGATENT 3 SEASONS PLUS SLEEPS 1 TO 2 LIGHTWEIGHT US $127.00
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 MSR Carbon Reflex 1 Tent 1 Person Backpacking Tent Brand new W Tags US $299.00
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 RAINIER CAMPING TENT BY GIGATENT 3 SEASONS PLUS SLEEPS 1 TO 2 LIGHTWEIGHT US $127.00
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 The North Face Tree Frog 24 Tent USED includes FREE footprint NICE NO RESERVE US $46.00
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 Block Color Outdoor Beach Camping Single Person Tent Package US $51.10
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 CAMPING TENT BACKPACKING TENT 2 PERSON 6X5 FAMILY US $35.99
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 2 PERSON DOME TENT NYLON 2 MAN BACKPACKERS CAMPING TENT US $32.99
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 New Happy Camper™ Two 2 Person Tent with Carry Bag Free Shipping Lightweight US $43.99
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 Brand New Eureka Timberline 4 Backpacking Camping Tent Free Shipping US $189.99
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 Big agnes Fly creek Ul2 US $190.50
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 Single Man Folding Camping Beach Zip Up Net Inner Tent US $44.12
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 Mountain Trails Current Hiker 6 Foot by 5 Foot 2 Person Dome Tent US $34.45
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 Big Agnes Fly Creek UL2 Tent Camping Backpacking New With Tags US $265.00
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 THE NORTH FACE BIG FAT FROG 2 PERSON 3 SEASON TENT HUGE VESTIBULE FOOTPRINT US $102.51
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 MOUNTAIN HARDWEAR LIGHTPATH 2 PERSON 3 SEASON BACKPACK ULTRALIGHT TENT 3lbs 13oz US $99.99
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 Two Man Person Emergency Waterproof Tube Tent Survival Shelter Sleeps 2 People US $9.99
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 Guide Gear TRUCK TENT Toyota Tacoma 6 Bed US $40.00
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 Disney Princess Cinderella Outdoor Screen House Tent US $29.99
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 Marmot Limelight 2P Tent with Footprint Gearloft Brand New US $154.00
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 Outdoor Camping Dome Tent 2 Person Lightweight Hiking Backpacking FAST SHIP NEW US $32.99
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 Black Diamond Lighthouse Tent Vestibule US $50.00
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 New 12x14 Canvas Wall Tent Water Mildew Treated US $615.00
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 OZARK TRAIL JUNIOR DOME TENT SLEEPS 2 6FT X 5FT EXC COND USED ONE TIME US $12.95
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 THE NORTH FACE DEBUG BIVY BED NETSOLO BUG TENTHUTULTRALIGHTDAC POLE 1 PERSON US $86.35
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 Black Diamond Tripod Bivy US $175.00
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 Bibler Tripod Bivy Black Diamond US $175.00
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 NWT Black Diamond Firstlight Tent 4 Season 2 Person Tent and Vestibule US $425.00
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 『NEPTUNE』78x55x40Outdoor Blue Camping Tent 2 Man Ultralight w bag 01 NIB US $8.99
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 Tahoe Gear Hiker 2 Person 3 Season Portable Lightweight Backpacking Tent 7x6 US $29.99
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 GoLite Shangri La 2 Nest Floor Brand New US $50.00
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 Clark Jungle Hammock Vertex 2 person US $192.50
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 Big Agnes Copper Spur UL2 Tent US $143.50
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 North Face Tadpole 23 2 person tent set up twice never used camping US $115.00
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 Big Agnes Burn Ridge 2 US $152.00
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 Cabelas 2 Person Deluxe XPG Used On 2 Trips Great Tent Light Sets Up Fast US $125.00
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 The North Face MINIBUS 23 tent BRAND NEW 3 season tent in citronelle green US $250.00
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 MSR Hubba Hubba 2 man tent US $130.00
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 Big Agnes Fly Creek UL1 WITH Footprint US $220.00
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 1 or 2 person lightweight backpacking bug tent US $75.00
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 NEW 46 Oz Coleman Dakota 1 Person Trail Backpacking Tent and Bonus Gifts US $89.99
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 NEW 71 Oz Coleman Cadence 2 Person Trail Backpacking Tent and Bonus Gifts US $109.99
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 Camping Hiking Lightweight Weatherproof Two Person Tent Fast Ship NEW US $37.49
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 MOUNTAIN HARDWARE Tent NEW IN FACTORY PACKING TRAVEL BAG TWIN ARCH 2 US $149.99
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 Marmot Ajax 2 Tent 2 Person 3 Season new with tags US $144.00
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 Wenzel 2 Person Lightweight Compact Camping Backpacking Hiking Two Persons Tent US $34.88
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 Rei Cirque ASL 2 Tent $359 US $199.00
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 Texsport Camouflauge Two Person Trail Tent US $39.95
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 Marmot Titan 2 Lightweight ultralite Backpacking Tent US $119.99
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 Big Agnes Fly Creek UL1 Tent Brand New US $220.00
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 Marmot Trailight 2 Person Tent US $99.69
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 Happy Camper Three Person Tent Plus 2 in 1 Light and Fan US $129.95
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 Happy Camper Two Person Tent with Carry Bag US $72.95
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 One person ultralight Kelty Dart 1 tent US $36.00
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 NEW TEXSPORT Willowbend 2 Person Man Trail Camping Tent US $43.95
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 Academy Broadway 48X37X82 HIKR BIKR TENT US $32.99
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 Camping Tent 6 Foot by 5 Foot 2 Person Dome Tent sleeps 2 FREE SHIPPING US $34.99
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 Outdoor Blue Camping Tent 2 Man Ultralight w bag US $23.99
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 Eureka Extreme Cold Weather Tent Special ForcesArctic Woodland Camo US $400.00
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 Hennessy Expedition Asym Hammock Tent Shelter 100 x 52 Lightweight Compact US $142.95
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 Mountain Hardwear Sprite 1 Tent US $53.00
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 Wenzel 1 To 2 Person Hiking Hiker Biker Tent Lightweight Weatherproof NEW US $54.95
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 Sierra Designs Light Year CD 1 Person Ultralight Tent WITH FOOTPRINT US $75.00
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 Ozark Trail Nylon Trail Tent 2 Person Brand New US $9.99
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 Mountain Hardwear EV 2 Mountaineering Alpine Backpacking Tent 2 Person 4 Season US $385.00
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 THE NORTH FACE MOUNTAIN 25 TENT 2 PERSON 4 SEASON SUMMIT GOLD NWT US $419.95
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 REI Quarter Dome T1 Tent US $99.99
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 BRAND NEW Big Agnes Ultralight Fly Creek UL3 Tent 3 Person Shelter MSRP $44995 US $45.66
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 ARMY IMPROVED COMBAT TENT ACU NEW ISSUE US $160.00
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 Eureka Apex 2XT Tent 2 Person 3 Season Backpacking Tent Eureka BRAND NEW US $109.90
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 MILITARY COMMANDO TENT 2 PIECES WATERPROOF NYLON SHELTER US $24.95
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Lightweight Northwest Territory Tents or 4 Season Kelty Tents?
Lightweight Ozark Trail Tents or Heavy Duty Kelty Tents?
You have finally decided that it is time to take your family camping; you did some research on the various camping sites available. The next thing that you need to decide is how much you and your family want to "rough it". Are you going to stay in one of the Northwest Territory Tents or Ozark Trail tents that are available or are you going to take your family camping vacation in style and rent a motor home? Too much luxury living for you? Want to experience camping at its finest? Then you are the type of person who wants to take their family camping vacation the right way, camping in a tent such as a Northwest Territory tent.
The first thing you will need to do before you start off your family camping vacation is to choose the types of tents you will need. What type of weather conditions can you expect during your family camping vacation? Will you want a 4 season Kelty tent or will you only need a lightweight Northwest Territory tent? Being prepared is always advised, you should expect to encounter all types of weather on your camping trip. There are three season and four season tents available for you to purchase, such as Ozark Trail tents and Northwest Territory tents. Four season tents are typically heavier than three season tents and provide a lot more protection. Four season tents also usually have more poles than a typical 3 season tent, this is to help a heavier tent, such as a Kelty tent, withstand any wind and snow fall that you may encounter. Of course, most of us are fair weather campers and take our family camping vacations during times when three season tent will work just fine for keeping your family safe and warm. So, now, what style of tent do you want?
What style of tent you want may depend on how much backpacking you're going to do during your family camping vacation. If you plan to do some hiking to find your ultimate camping destination then you will want to keep things as light as possible and may want to think about getting a simple tarp tent or possibly something like the Ozark Trail 9’x8’ Dome Tent which is very resilient and protects against the elements pretty well for a low-cost, lightweight tent.
If you're the type of camper who likes to rough it at a campground type environment then you will not be so worried about the weight of your tent. Instead you will most likely be more concerned with the size of the tent you choose, a two man tent will usually be to small and uncomfortable for two adults and all their gear, although a two man tent is typically perfect for kids who need or want their own tent. Those who are experienced with camping will tell you that you'll want to look for at least 30 square feet of floor space minimum, per person. It is suggested that you take the number of people a tent says is its capacity is and divide that number by 2. If you have children who will be with you on your camping vacation then you may want to look for a large model tent such as the Wenzel Sycamore 3 Room Family Dome tent. You'll want to have a much larger area inside your tent when their will be children sharing the tent, especially as you may experience some nasty weather that may leave you with the children stuck inside the tent for long periods of time. You will want to bring some board games or other things for your children to do to keep them occupied. Additionally a larger tent will give you plenty of room to store equipment if nasty weather strikes.
Following this simple advice and taking into consideration your family camping needs will help you make an informed decision and make your next family camping vacation something to remember. Whether you prefer lightweight Northwest Territory tents or the heavier duty 4 season Kelty tents you know you can now make the right choice.
About the Author
Born and Raised in Oregon I have spent many years involved with outdoor activities such as camping, fishing and hunting. I aim to share my extenisve knowledge of the outdoors with my readers in order to help them better enjoy their outdoor adventures.