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Planning an outing with your friends and need a tent large enough to house your whole gang? A 10 person tent could fit the bill. But, as you may know it, not all tents advertised as 10-person are large enough.Â
Looking at the specs and features, thus, might be insufficient. If you need a tent that can really house ten adults, check out the best 10 person tents in our rundown.
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Advertised as a tent for 12 people, but really ideal for 10 and camping gear, the Core 12 instant cabin tent delivers the best value for money. As you’d expect from such a tent, it offers a huge interior that can house three queen-size air beds while still saving floor space for self-inflating mattresses or people in sleeping bags.
Removable panels let you turn the open-space into three individual rooms. The panels are not the most solid out there, but still offer some privacy. Furthermore, two entrances enhance versatility. The tent is perfect for summer camping, it holds up well to light to moderate rain, and is very easy to set up. A large tent ideal for most users.
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Perfect for school trips and scouters, but also for groups of friends who don’t mind cramming into a slightly smaller tent, the Core 10 Cabin Tent might be your best bet if you want to save a few bucks. Smaller but also lighter than our best pick, this tent is still roomy enough to accommodate 10 adults in sleeping bags.
Its main advantage is the straight wall design, that maximizes the interior space. The tent can house two air-size mattresses, and comes with a divider that allows you to create two rooms. A slight downside is that it only has one door, but unless you’re two families who want some private space, that’s not an issue. Relatively easy to transport and affordable, it’s an excellent choice for campers on a budget.
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Like our best overall, this tent is designed for 12 but ideal for 10 people. It has the same floor space as the Core 12, but there are a few design differences that makes this tent preferred by more campers.
While it has only two rooms instead of three, it comes with two doors, a large, T-door at one end, as well as a D-door on the side. Each door provides access to a different side of the tent, making it suitable for two families to have a private space. Half of the tent is also easy to convert into a large screen room, so you can use the shelter in multiple ways. Slightly lighter and smaller when packed than the Core 12, this instant tent is your best bet if you want to make the most out of your outdoor sleeping arrangement.
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If we were to use one word to describe the OZARK Trail family cabin tent, that word would be “huge.” This tent is indeed massive, impressive with a floor space of 21 by 8.5 feet. Perhaps you could say it’s a bit narrow, but the truth is that you’ll have plenty of space for 10 adults and additional gear.
Room dividers and two entrances make it perfect for two families with kids, but also for groups of friends. Besides the main tent area, you can also enjoy the huge, covered vestibule that’s just perfect for setting up some camping chairs or store further bags. It’s not the most water resistant out there, but for the price, is one of the most spacious 10-person tent to use in the warm season.
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Slightly wider than the OZARK Trail above this is another 10-person tent from the brand that deserves your attention. It shares many features with the cabin-style tent, including the resistance to elements, room dividers, and storage pockets.
The main difference is the absence of a screened vestibule. This tent still features an awning above the door, though, as well as a convenient mud mat. Pre-attached poles simplify setup, and multiple windows and a mesh ceiling guarantee cross-ventilation, for a comfortable sleep even on the hottest nights.
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If you’re looking for a more compact tent that’s easier to fit in a campsite, the OTÂ QOMOTOP 10 Person Cabin Tent might be the right one. It is ideal for 10 adults in sleeping bags or sleeping on self-inflating mattresses. You won’t have too much additional space for gear, but that shouldn’t be an issue if you’re tailgating or car camping.
An array of benefits include 60-second set up, a super-large double door, as well as plenty of windows and a removable rainfly that guarantee proper ventilation. The tent also holds up pretty well to moderate wind and rain, and has an attractive price point. More than enough reasons to give it a try.
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Moving forward with our list of best 10 person tents, this model from Ozark Trail is a good choice for cooler weather camping. It’s not a 3-season tent, yet it resists heavier wind and rain, and it’s also easy to control the temperature inside.
In terms of floor space, you can expect more or less the same size as the other Ozark tents. In other words, this tent is really huge. What makes it different is the 3-door design. Two dividers turn in into a three-room tent, each with its own entrance. You won’t get a screen room, but it does have a vestibule; just perfect to house 10 adults and some additional gear.
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This tent might not be as big as its other peers from Ozark, but it comes with a huge advantage over all other tents on this list. The Dark Rest technology with thicker panels block sunlight, providing you with a suitable sleeping environment at any time.
Not only you’ll be able to sleep past sunrise, but the darker environment also stays cooler when it’s hot outside. Furthermore, the thicker walls trap in warmth on the colder days, keeping you comfortable. The tent might be more expensive, but it’s well worth it. No matter how you look at it, it’s a win-win.
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If you’re looking for more than a tent, the Ozark Trail Hazel Creek Cabin can easily become your home away from home. More than a tent, this is a true cabin that can house you and nine of your buddies in all comfort.
Not only you can enjoy a generous floor space; the head clearance is also generous, so you can stand and move freely inside. For smaller gangs, you can set up two rooms thanks to the convenient divider, and even have plenty of space left for store gear and essentials. The only downside is the long set up time, but that’s a small price to pay if you want utmost comfort.
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Last but not least, the Core 11 is another great tent to consider. It can easily sleep 10 adults, although it’s also an appropriate choice for families. Highlights include a roomy interior area, as well as a huge screen room.
We particularly like that the screen room has a floor. It even has solid panel walls, so there is no way for water to come in. This tent also holds up well to moderate wind, and is even warm enough to use in the colder season.Â
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A 10 person tent is the ideal size to provide a comfortable home away from home to a larger family or group of friends. Often divided into two rooms, it delivers the space, privacy, and storage you were craving for. At least in theory. To make sure the tent you want suits your needs, check out the important features below.
Not all 10 person tents were created equal and it’s worth thinking that you’ll only be able to fit around 8 adults comfortably in most 10-man tents on the market. If you’re looking to fit 10 adults comfortably, go for a 12-man tent, such as the Ozark Trail Hazel Creek Cabin tent.
Besides floor space, also make sure to assess head clearance, especially if you’re a taller guy who wants to stand and move around.Â
You should also be aware of room dividers and accessibility. Various tents have various layout configurations; some can have 3 rooms, others 2, and some just one big room. The best layout for a 10 person tent in our minds is two rooms with two doors and a screen room. This gives you the ultimate comfort, space, and privacy.
Talking about portability, remember that a 10 person tent is not a light package and certainly isn’t made for backpacking.Â
You will no doubt put it in your car and then walk a few yards to your preferred camping spot. You might not think portability would matter but some of these tents are large, bulky, and heavy. Packing, storing, and moving them can be tricky, so be sure to check before you buy.
Ruggedness is what you should always look for in a tent, as camping outside isn’t always as beautiful as you see in movies. In unlucky situations, you could encounter heavy rains, terrible winds or even hail storms. The more rugged the tent is the higher the protection it delivers.
Look for a tent with high-density and quality fabrics simply because they are thick, rugged and durable. In the aim of reducing the occurrence of leakage, you should seek for fully sealed seams.
You should also consider the shape of your tent. The two major types in the 10 person tent category include dome tents and cabin tents.
The main difference between these is obviously the structure, where cabin tents have much straighter walls than their dome counterparts.
Straighter walls mean increased space; however, cabin tents can be heavier than dome ones.Â
A well-ventilated tent is essential for both dissipating heat when camping in hot areas and preventing condensation from building on the tent walls and ceiling when camping in colder areas.Â
Tent manufacturers provide ventilation with mesh walls and ceiling, multiple windows, as well as air vents at floor and ceiling level. If you camp in hot and humid climates, choose a tent with bigger mesh panels for better ventilation. On the contrary, go for a tent with smaller mesh windows and vent holes if you plan to camp in winter.
The rainfly may also play a role in regulating heat inside the tent. Essentially, the rainfly is an additional layer that is in charge of protecting your tent against rainwater and retaining a little bit of extra warmth in the cold nights.Â
There are two types of rainfly – full coverage and roof-only. In contrast to full coverage, the roof-only version delivers more light visibility; but it can’t deliver maximum protection as the full coverage does.
The size will vary widely depending on the brand, however, we believe they can range anywhere from 120 square feet to 180 square feet.
The center height can also vary, some below 6-feet and some above this threshold. We recommend to choose a tent with a height exceeding 6-feet if you want to stand up and walk around comfortably.
Apart from the pitched size, you should also check the size when packed and control whether it comes in one or multiple packages.
Apart from all the above, there are a few essential features you should also consider before buying:
For groups of 10 adults, a tent such as the Core 12 Cabin Tent is undeniably one of your best choices. Not only it withstands elements, but it has plenty of space for people and gear alike. If you need a roomier tent to use in mild weather, Ozark Trail has quite a few options you can choose from.
A quality 10-person tent will cost you around $200 – $250 on average. Cheaper tents could be a good option if you’re on a budget, but they might have poor water and wind resistance. As a rule of thumb, summer tents are usually cheaper than 3- or 4-season ones.
There are various types of 10-person tents you can either pitch traditionally or that boast instant setup mechanisms. Simply follow the instructions that come with your tent to make sure you’re pitching it correctly.
Most 10-person tents have a floor space of around 18′ x 12′. However, it is possible to find smaller as well as larger tents designed for ten people.
A ten-person tent offers around 150-180 square feet of floor space on average, as well as standing and moving height.
