One of the best places to find affordable tents is at Target. Target sells camping tents that are usually one of three brands: Coleman, Kelty and Embark, although you can find more brands online. Depending on your location the selections will be different but here are some of the tents you can expect to find. All of these tents are 3 season tents and shouldn’t be used in winter conditions but they should serve you and your family well in milder weather in the Summer or other seasons.

Coleman Tents At Target

The Coleman Instant Tent is one of the quickest tents to set up and usually takes a couple of minutes to set up so you can get back to enjoying anything but setting up the tent… Continue reading

One of the most frustrating things when you get to a campsite is setting up your tent, especially large ones.   Coleman tents have made this much easier though with their Instant Tent line which they hope are the easiest and quickest tents to set up.  These tents take only about 1 minute to setup or take down which means no more worrying about complicated setups with elaborate tent poles. (It may take you as long as five minutes).  How can a large camping tent be set up so quickly?  They pre-attach the tent poles so that you do not have to… Continue reading

The Coleman Vacationer is a cabin tent that is an exclusive of Bass Pro Shops. It is a large 10 man tent that encompasses two different rooms or living areas. The best part about this tent is its use of new technology. It comes equipped with Coleman’s CPX Flexible Power System. What does this mean for you?
It means that you can walk into your tent, flick a switch and turn on the light just like you would at home or anywhere else. No worrying about a camping lantern or flashlight just turn on the switch and your tent will be just like home. This built in tent light system also has various settings of high and low and another nighttime setting that has a slightly dimmer light. You… Continue reading

Eureka is one of the leaders is tents.  Not only do they make some very durable camping tents they also make military tents and party tents so it’s safe to say they have established a quality product.  We’ve already talked about the Eureka Apex 2 Man tent but  here are some of their current series of tents in the Eureka tent line.

Timberline Series-
The timberline has two particular models the timberline outfitter which offers a 2 man tent, 4 man tent and a 6 man tent or the Timberline SQ which has a 2 man and a 4 man tent available. 
Both models are A Frame tents and very lightweight making them an ideal tent for backpacking.  They come with a rain fly that covers the… Continue reading

The Eureka Solo Solitaire Bivy is a lightweight (2 lbs 15 oz packed) 1 man tent (which feels a little more like a bivy sack than a tent) that is just the right fit to take with you on the trail. Not only is it lightweight but it is the lightest of the Eureka Tents you will find. The tent is made of Nylon and is a hoop style tent and also comes with a full rain fly to keep you dry during any storms you might encounter. Since the rain fly comes attached there is no need to worry about finding it to put on or off, so if conditions are dry and you want to increase air flow in your tent you can simply roll the… Continue reading

In today’s world it seems that “minimalizing” is what we should all be doing and in many cases this is probably true. With camping tents and backpackers this might be true; you don’t want to hike up a mountain with a 70lb cabin tent on your back!  However, a lot of campers just enjoy car camping. They can drive up to their campsite, pull out all of their gear without having to hike very far to their site. So the question is, are smaller or larger camping tents better when you don’t have to carry your tent very far?
My answer is that a larger tent, especially something like a cabin tent with multiple rooms like the Coleman Vacationer, can have a lot more benefits than the… Continue reading

The Big Agnes Fly Creek UL2 2 man tent was picked as one of the 2010 Gear of The Year by Backpacker Magazine. (They also have the UL1 Model if you are looking for a 1 man tent). While it is made to sleep 2 people this tent weighs around two pounds making it an ideal backpacking tent that you will hardly notice while hiking along trails. In order to keep the weight down, Big Agnes chose to use as many ultra light products as they could by using lightweight tent poles, flooring, and a rain fly and yet, they made it very durable at the same time.

Another feature that they used to help keep the weight down… Continue reading

This lightweight (approximately 6 lbs) tent is a perfect 2 man tent for anyone looking for a small light tent to take with them camping.  While most 2 man tents seem to provide space for about 1 person only, this tent has quite a few happy campers who agree that this tent actually can sleep 2 people!  The actual space is about 36 and a half square feet with vestibules on each side of the tent so you have lots of space to stick any camping gear.
The tent comes with 2 shockcorded tent poles, has a bathtub style floor and lots of other features that make it stand out amongst other 3 season tents and cheap tents.

When you… Continue reading

 Canvas tents are heavy and expensive (not the best if you are looking for cheap tents) yet, there are still quite a few advantages and reasons to why you might want to own them.  Canvas is made of cotton and makes it a very strong and durable material and if it rips or tears you can sew it much easier than you can another type of tent. A sturdy canvas tent is also usually one of the number one choices for a base camp tent.

So where can you buy a canvas tent?

Canvas tents can be found almost anywhere but remember they will be a little pricier.  A good place to start looking is an outdoor store like Cabela’s or REI.  These stores will have a… Continue reading

When it comes to tent size you should almost always consider a tent that can sleep more people than you actually need since space is usually exaggerated by the different tent brands.  Thus, if you are looking for a 6 man tent you should probably go with an 8 man tent just to play it safe, especially if you are bringing an air mattress or a lot of camping gear. 

6 man tents can be perfect as a 4 man tent and will provide you some extra room to feel more comfortable in. 

Coleman Sundome 6 Tent-

This 2 room affordable tent by Coleman has a center height of six feet and comes with a  12×10 rainfly. This tent is… Continue reading

Coleman tents is a leader in outdoor gear whether it is for camping beds, camping stoves or camping tents you are sure to not go wrong when you choose this tent brand.  With their Coleman Sundome tent line they outdid themselves again delivering a tent that features different sizes including this 2 man tent. The sundome tents come equipped with many of Coleman’s best features like the WeatherTec system that guarantees to keep you dry.

This 2 person tent is ideal for 2 campers looking for a reliable tent without too much extra space or someone looking for a one person tent who doesn’t want to be confined in a small bivy tent. It is only 7 feet by 5 feet so it will be hard to… Continue reading

Camping really is a great way to spend time with the family and is a very affordable option for a family vacation. You don’t need to worry about getting a hotel room, or flying or driving very far because you can camp close to home. The problem with tent camping is that for people who aren’t big fans of the outdoors is that you have to sleep outside on the ground.

The thought of sleeping outside on the ground can make some people cringe. For those of you who feel that way I completely understand. I have woken up a few times in the middle of the night uncomfortable and with rocks poking me in the back.

But you don’t have to be uncomfortable; you can make your… Continue reading

Cabin tents come in all sorts of sizes and all sorts of configurations which is why they are great as a family tent. There is usually something that will match anyone’s needs. Sometimes the sizes can be a little confusing with all of the manufacturers labeling it as a certain “man tent” and saying that is how many people can sleep in the tent.  Unfortunately, you will probably need a tent that is bigger than the number they suggest because it is often understated.  Size and space is such an important factor in a family cabin tent that you really need to know what you are looking for. 

An 8 man tent is a great option for most families.  Lets say you have two adults and… Continue reading

When you are out hiking and backpacking by yourself you want a 1 man tent that is as light as possible and that you will be able to pack up without taking up too much space.  In this case you might not want or need a tent that maximizes sleeping space. 

You just want something that will help you be covered when sleeping.  Bivy tents and Bivy sacks are a great option when you are trying to keep your backpack weight down but still want some sort of shelter to sleep in at the end of a long day of hiking.  They are also a great bike tent option if you don’t want to use bike tents that require your wheel.

Bivy

Coleman is one of the most trusted brands in outdoor gear and probably the one that comes to mind to most people when selecting a tent.  They offer a wide array of tents that meet the needs of almost any size camping group.  3 Man tents are ideal for a solo camper who wants a little more space than a traditional 1 man tent or can be used by two campers also hoping for a little more room than a 2 man tent will offer. 
Here are three options for a three man tent that all come equipped with their exclusive WeatherTec System and Variflo ventilation.

Coleman Sundome 7 foot by 7 foot 3 person Dome Tent
$59.99
This one room, 3… Continue reading

You don’t need a tent to go biking and when you are going on overnight cycling trips; however, having a bike tent or other tent along for the ride can be useful in areas where there are large populations of bugs or adverse weather and bike tenting is one way many cyclists enjoy the outdoors.  Since you don’t want your ride to be weighed down anymore than it has to be, a light  1 man tent or 2 man tent.  You can find tents specifically designed for bikes that use the wheel instead of tent poles.  The biggest advantage of bike tents are that they can be a lot lighter than other tents because they use your front wheel to prop up the tent instead of tent poles. At… Continue reading

Finding a tent large enough for a big family or a lot of campers is not always easy.  So finding a 10 person tent that is of  good quality can be priceless.  Tents are often smaller than what they advertise especially when you add all of your gear into the mix.  A lot of casual campers who aren’t backpacking into the site want a large tent.  They want to be able to fit a queen size air mattress, plus some smaller ones and all of their stuff.
One very trusted brand is Swiss Gear and they have been able to produce a large 10 man tent that can deliver in size, quality and durability.

The Swiss Gear Montreaux Ten Person Family Dome Tent can be found for about $200, which… Continue reading

Most family camping is done at easy to get to campsites.  You just need to pull up to the site in your car and walk a few yards to where you plan to set up camp.  Some families enjoy a more rugged camping experience.  If you plan on hiking into your site you want
to make sure you can bring a lightweight tent that isn’t going to add too much extra weight to your backpacks.

The Sierra Designs Lightning XT Four is a great option for families looking for 4 man tents that are strong, durable 3 season tents, without the size of a large cabin tent.  It also can double as a bigger 2 man tent if you are just looking for… Continue reading

For those who want to camp often, buying cheap tents isn’t always the way to go. 

You need something that is durable, long-lasting and can withstand all of the different types of climates and weather you might face.  Tents that match this description aren’t the easiest to find.  However, one well respected outdoor gear brand is Coleman.  They have been making products to use with camping for over 100 years and they offer many differnet models that are very reliable, durable and the price is generally right.  One of these products is the Coleman weathermaster tent.  This is a great tent if you know you want a tent to last for many years to come and comes with a variety of features that will help… Continue reading

Camping is a great affordable family vacation.  Unfortunately, most tents don’t accommodate lots of people very well and if you are going camping with your family you will want a large camping tent to make sure space isn’t too cramped. Cabin tents help provide that extra space, and many of them will have multiple rooms that you can use as extra sleeping space, a place to store your camping gear or as a living room.  Here are 5 cheap tents that are large cabin tents that will help your family enjoy the great outdoors.

1. Wenzel Great Basin 18 x 10-Feet-Nine-Person Two-Room Family Dome Tent:

• Sleep Capacity:9 Man
• Rooms:  2
• Weight: 24 lbs