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This Coleman tent has a star-gazing window so you can watch the skies from the comfort of your sleeping bag, and we've found it for 40% off
By Will Symons published
Deals The Coleman Peak1 backpacking tent has a hydrostatic head rating of 2,000mm and is designed for two people

The best one-person tents: snug and sturdy shelters for solo camping and backpacking trips
By Matthew Jones last updated
Our roundup of the best one-person tents details the finest options for lone wilderness adventures

One-person tent vs bivy sack: how to pick the best solo shelter for your trip
By Jasper Winn last updated
From quick overnighters to extended backcountry trips, a minimalist shelter will keep your load light and your set-up double-quick. But which one to choose? We break down the pros and cons

Over $150 off a spacious and waterproof four-person Marmot tent? We rarely see deals this good, so act fast and get your hands on this three-season shelter while you still can!
By Will Symons published
Deals The Marmot Halo is a large, weatherproof tent, designed to keep you and the family comfortable in variable conditions and heavy rain

OPINION: Furore over fly camping on Dartmoor misses the point
By Pat Kinsella published
Our consulting editor Pat Kinsella says, if you exclude the population of a nation from the vast majority of their own countryside, then there’s bound to be trouble

New to camping? One of our favorite lightweight beginner-friendly tents "pops up instantly and folds down quickly" and is now available for under $50!
By Will Symons published
Deals The Regatta Malawi 2 tent is a great option for beginners who don't want to spend hours scrambling around trying to pitch their tent

Lightweight, roomy, and quick-pitching: our expert loved this super-convenient Sierra Designs 4-person tent, and it's now over 60% off in this crazy Amazon deal!
By Will Symons published
Deals The Sierra Designs Nomad 4 combines plenty of space with a lightweight exterior that a few campers can carry around the trails

How to pitch a tent: from choosing a location to canvas maintenance, here's how to create a solid shelter
By Jen and Sim Benson, Alex Foxfield last updated
Your backcountry adventure will be way more enjoyable if you master the basics of pitching a tent before setting out. Here are our expert tips

The best 2-person tents 2025: built for the wilderness with minimal bulk, whether you're backpacking or car camping
By Matthew Jones last updated
Our selection of the best 2-person tents are highly portable and give reliable shelter for your backcountry expeditions

MSR’s iconic Hubba Hubba tent, beloved by backpackers everywhere, has just been redesigned – I traveled to Ireland to test out the shiny new LT2 shelter before it hits the market
By Pat Kinsella published
How do you improve what many people view as the perfect tent? I went camping in the wilds of the Wicklow Mountains with a pre-release sample of the Hubba Hubba LT2 to find out
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