Easy to set up and put to go Easy to pack away and set up, the Mineral King 3 is a compact, two-door camping tent with large footprint and a sturdy dome shape. It’s the perfect option for three-season multipurpose camping. The Mountain Hardwear Mineral King 3 Tent for couples is the perfect car camping tent. It has everything you need for camping in three seasons, plus the added benefit of being light enough to double as a camping tent.
Although it’s designed to accommodate three persons-hence the “3” in the name, we found that at 42.5 square feet the tent is more comfortable for two, plus possibly a dog, or lots of gear. The Mineral King 3’s fully mesh body is clipped into poles, making it easy to put up. An adjustable fly protects during rain. You are able to wrap it around and tie it at half-dome or completely remove it in good weather for unforgettable night skies. The two vestibules(which is the name used by campers for “mudroom”, make 18.75 square feet to the area that is livable. It is useful when you have to store your boots or prepare coffee inside your tent in rain. Also included is an anti-abrasion groundsheet that is custom-designed to shield the tent from wear and tear. The Eureka Copper Canyon LX 6 Person Tent is the perfect combination of spacious interior, easy setup along with good durability and an affordable price. With a peak height of 7 feet and a cube-like shape that resembles a cabin, the Copper Canyon LX 6 was one of the largest tents we’ve ever tested, offering extra space to help you stay organized and sleep more comfortably. Although it is large and bulky, if intend to only carry your tent for a few hundred feet, then you won’t need any lightweight or high-tech. Although it’s true that the Copper Canyon LX 6 isn’t designed to withstand storms It’s nevertheless tough and sturdy enough to endure the majority of wind and rain storms. With its proven design this well-known tent is one you will likely put up for many years to. The Tungsten 4 which is over 60 square feet of floor area and two large vestibules creates a bigger tent suitable for two people who want to spend longer in their tent. For campers looking for a bit more space it is recommended to consider the Marmot Tungsten 4-Person Tent is another great choice for two persons. Although it’s not as streamlined than the Mineral King 3- and lacks the adaptable fly, which makes accessibility and protection from elements effortless-the Marmot Tungsten 4 provides equal (and at times more intensive) protection from the elements. The Marmot Tungsten 4 is an all-in-one rain fly that attaches in colored clips and is protected by its half-mesh, half-polyester body. It also adds two vestibules that are large. It offers great protection from wind and rain with its D-shaped doors and an overhanging dome and supported by two brow poles, rather than one. The tent is able to be put up with no fly to allow for stargazing in the night. But, the tent’s body is coated with high-quality polyester fabric. Like the Mineral King 3 tent, this one is equipped with an anti-abrasion footprint. Ideal for camping in backyards, this simple dome-style tent is ideal for those who isn’t looking to spend more than $150 for the tent, but doesn’t need to purchase a new one the next time around. The Coleman Sundome 6-Person Tent is a top-selling tent. However, its footprint is comparable to our best-rated tent, but it feels smaller due to its dome-style design. It’s spacious enough to hold four persons and is a great option for two. This simple single-door tent is simple to put up, has enough windows, has a partial rain fly that’s easy put on and stake out and feels sexy both inside and out. We don’t recommend the smaller model of this tent to couples who want to actually take the tent on the road, as it’s just too fragile during our testing. It is important to note that this tent does not come with a groundsheet. A complete rain cover, an ample vestibule, and a reinforced pole structure make it the best option for families who are dedicated to being outdoors no matter the weather. This tent is the perfect option for families who are determined to get outside regardless of the weather. It comes with a large rain cover, a large vestibule and a reinforced pole structure. The REI Co-op Base Camp 4 Tent will provide additional protection and strength to car campers who are ready to face the worst. Our other dome-style tents are constructed with two main poles and support from smaller eyebrow poles. The Base Camp has four full-size aluminum tubes that are strung through the tent, making it appear more like an open-air basket. The Base Camp also offers superior privacy when compared to our other picks-with or without the rain fly. Our other favorite features are the two doors that are wide which can be opened halfway from either direction or open fully (you can tuck the doors in “roof pockets” to keep them clear of obstructions) and transform the tent into an ideal beach tent or sun shade. A wind-proof tent is crucial for families that pitch their tents in areas that are wet. It should also have an enormous vestibule that can be used to store footwear and other accessories. With over 45 feet of vestibule area and six poles with criss-crossing stability, the next size up of REI’s Base Camp, the Base Camp 6 Tent, offers the most space and features in the six tents we evaluated that fit those criteria. Each model has its individual footprint.
