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Collage of eight of the best four-season tents

The best four-season tents: backpacking shelters to protect you all year

By Craig Taylor last updated

Committed campers need a four-season tent designed and built to cope with any conditions. Here’s our roundup of the best available right now

Tents & Shelters
Alpkit Jaran 3 ultralight backpacking tent

Alpkit Jaran 3 ultralight backpacking tent review: a lightweight choice for two- or three-person camping trips

By Jessie Leong published

Comfortable and roomy, the Alpkit Jaran 3 has two porches and plenty of living space for two or three people, making it versatile enough to use on long backpacking trips

Tents & Shelters
Ticket to the Moon Lightest Pro Hammock

Backpacking tent vs hammock: for lightweight overnights

By Julia Clarke last updated

We examine the pros and cons of a backpacking tent vs hammock to help you decide on your next lightweight, low-fuss camping shelter of choice

Tents & Shelters
Big Agnes Fly Creek HV UL2

Big Agnes Fly Creek HV UL2 backpacking tent review: packs down to a tiny size but is surprisingly rugged too

By Craig Taylor published

The Big Agnes Fly Creek HV UL2 is a multi-award-winning ultralight shelter that’s popular for a host of reasons

Tents & Shelters
Two female hikers walk along a coastal path over looking the Atlantic Ocean

Best backpacking gear: a great base load in well under 7lb

By Julia Clarke published

Our guide to the best backpacking gear keeps your base load ultralight without sacrificing on quality or comfort

Camping Gear
The MSR Hubba Hubba NX 2 next to a loch

MSR Hubba Hubba NX two-person backpacking tent review: shed weight and spread out on your next adventure

By Julia Clarke published

This ultralight backpacking tent pops up in no time and provides plenty of breathing – and elbow – room for two

Tents & Shelters
Man setting up Snugpak Ionosphere one-person tent

Freestanding vs non-freestanding tents for backpacking

By Julia Clarke last updated

We answer your questions on freestanding vs non-freestanding tents to help you find the best sleep shelter for your backpacking adventures

Tents & Shelters