As stated above, durability and materials are the main pain point of Ozark Trail tents. The fabrics are often thinner and less technical (regular polyester rather than ripstop, etc.), and the poles are pretty much always made from cost-saving materials like fiberglass and thin steel alloy. The Ozark Trail Three Room Instant Cabin takes our top spot as the best Ozark Trail tent. With room for 12 and nearly seven-foot ceilings, it checks all our boxes for a big family tent, but even as cabin shelters go, this one is special. The Copper Canyon LX 6 is the least-expensive option in a line that also includes Eureka’s similar Jade Canyon X6.
Rather it should have been a large pocket on the inside of the tent that requires no pole at all. I have pitched the tent twice in my back yard and found that I could pitch it by myself in about one hour. I watersealed the seams, as per the instruction sheet inside the carrying bag but I have not been rained on yet.
But even better, because you just pitched it in 2 minutes flat. Weighing only 16.81 lbs it is one of the lighter tents on this list, but will be one of the easiest to setup in just one minute. Livability describes the overall day-to-day experience of owning and using a tent, and tents that are more comfortable, convenient, and easy to use score the highest in terms of livability. Weighing just 7 pounds (or 6 pounds 1 ounce without extras like the tent bag), the tent is light enough to double for backpacking trips, especially if you divide the pieces among hikers.
You’ll also be happy to know that it has three different entrances, so you don’t have to bother the person or people in the middle room to get in and out. The convenience features don’t stop there either, as it has a media pocket, loops for lanterns, and hanging organizers and pockets for a variety of small items like glasses and phones. There’s also a small zippered flap for bringing in or taking out your shoes or other small items, which you don’t often see in tents but is a smart addition. Examples are dividers for rooms, extra doors for easy access, pockets for storage, a screen room for your pets or your gear, included lights, hole for an electric cable, and much more neat little features. If you want to invest in a good tent that you will be able to use several times for your camping trips, then a good durable tent is what you’re looking for. It has a full mesh roof, and huge mesh windows, perfect for ventilation during those hot nights.
All of the 8 person tents included in this guide are solid choices, and which one will be the best for you depends on your specific needs. If you’re going on a backpacking trip, then size & weight of the tent are very important; in this case, you’ll probably want to get the regular size. There are a lot of customers saying the ozark trail wall tent pole didn’t last long for the Coleman tents instant 8. The bad news is that there are no replacement parts, so if it breaks you’ll have to get a refund or an exchange. The CORE has an included rainfly that can be removed if needed. The Coleman Instant 8 is spacious and the big mesh windows are perfect to let the air in.
Condensation is unavoidable, but there are certainly degrees of it and tends to be exacerbated with the more people inside. In perfect conditions, dry with a predictable and steady breeze, you can have the door, the windows, and the rear awning of the tent open completely. Working together with the three vents at the peak of the tent, you’ll have absolutely no issues with moisture buildup.
That doesn’t have to be the case though, thanks to Ozark Trail. Its 20-person tent will make the whole sleeping-outdoors-thing more comfortable. The tent offers a panoramic view, thanks to its extra-large windows, and even offers a shaded porch where you can sit and relax outside. To maximize your comfort inside, you’ve got a divider that lets you create up to three separate rooms. With room enough for 3 queen beds or 12 sleeping pads/bags, it’s a family-sized tent where you’ll always feel right at home.