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Do you love camping with your family but are tired of being squeezed inside a small tent? A cabin tent could save the day!
This outdoor sleeping arrangement provides more interior space as well as more head clearance. Wondering which to buy? Check out our best cabin tents selection below to find it out.
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Designed to provide all the comfort you could expect from a cabin tent, the Coleman Elite WhetherMaster lives up to its name. A roomy interior can accommodate two queen-size air mattresses and up to 6 adults at a tight squeeze. For a more comfortable experience, it is the perfect choice for smaller groups of up to 4 adults, or two adults and up to 4 kids.
Elite features include mesh windows as well as a panoramic skylight for comfortable gazing up at the stars. Reading bedtime stories or playing a board game inside the tent during a downpour is also easy, thanks to the included ceiling light with wall switch. The tent is also super-easy to set up and dismantle, and comes with its own, expandable carry bag. No doubt, the best cabin tent around.
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The Coleman Cabin Tent with Instant Setup is proof that cabin tents don’t have to be a hassle to erect. This one pops up in seconds, and is equally easy to dismantle. A generous interior accommodates up to 6 people, while the high ceiling makes it perfect even for those who don’t really like confined spaces.
Built to last for a lifetime, it boasts a solid, 150D fabric construction. Not only it resists wear and tear, but it also stands up to elements, season after season. Lightweight and easy to use, it’s an excellent choice for casual campers and tailgaters.
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Spacious enough for the whole family plus camping gear, this 6-person tent is your best bet if you’re after a superior quality product. Made from tough polyester fabric coated with polyurethane, it resists both wear and tear and elements.
Plenty of windows as well as a panoramic mesh ceiling ensure proper airflow in all seasons, although we’d recommend it more for the summer than spring or fall. A waterproof cover also keeps you dry should rain start to pour. Measuring 10 x 9 feet, it can easily accommodate two air mattresses or camping beds. And, like our best choice, it’s very easy to erect.
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Inspired by the military tent design, Kazoo Saturn is an excellent choice for families who need a little more floor space. It’s suitable for 6 people in the true sense of the word, accommodating up to six adults and two children or additional gear. Besides a large interior, it also impresses with its other qualities.
The tent is made from 210T ripstop fabric and has outstanding water resistance. You can use it even in the heaviest rain without worrying about leaks. Adequate airflow is ensured by two large windows as well as convenient mesh doors. A mesh skylight with rainfly bring further value, and did we mention that you can set it up in less than one minute? All you need for no-frills outdoor sleeping.
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More than a cabin tent, this tent from Core is a true cabin where you can sleep, sit, or stand, depending on circumstances. Its greatest highlight is the 72-inch tall ceiling that provides enough clearance even for taller adults. Measuring 11 x 9 ft, it’s only slightly smaller than a standard bedroom, so you’ll surely have plenty of space to arrange air mattresses, camping beds, and even camping gear and backpacks.
Super-easy to use, it boasts a pop-up construction that allows you to set it up in about 60 seconds. We also like the adjustable vents and removable rainfly that covers the mesh windows. Affordable for what it is, this cabin tent is perfect for summertime camping and tailgating.
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Inspiring campers looking after a high-quality warm weather tent, the Timber Ridge stands out thanks to its simple construction. It pops up instantly, is easy to dismantle, and comes with all needed to store and transport it.
A square footprint maximizes the interior space. The tent sleeps six – although it’s also available in smaller or bigger sizes – and has sufficient room for backpacks or camping gear. Like most cabin tents, it has a mesh top that provides panoramic sky views during nighttime, as well as convenient mesh door and windows. Furthermore, the rainfly is easy to turn into a canopy should you need some shade on a very hot day.
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If you don’t mind a longer setup time but want a generous floor space, the Coleman Montana could be the best cabin tent for you. This is a badass of a tent, designed with large families in mind. A floor space of 12 x 7 feet and shaded entrance enhance versatility – simply open the door and place a camping chair or two inside the tent to enjoy the outdoors on a summer day without getting sunburns.
Proper airflow is ensured by top vents and plenty of windows. Furthermore, the tent is also rain resistant, thanks to the inverted seams and welded floors designed to keep water out of your sleeping space. A great choice for campers and scouters.
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The Camp Creek 6 might not be the biggest 6-person cabin tent out there. In fact, it feels more like a 4-people sleeping arrangement. Nevertheless, it’s easy to erect and relatively lightweight. Perhaps not ideal for hikers and backpackers, but undoubtedly great for small groups and families who don’t mind carrying it to the camping spot.
Highlights include an extra-tall ceiling that gives you the possibility to stand up, weatherproof fly designed to protect you from both rain and sun, as well as large mesh windows and mesh door that ensure proper airflow. Coming in two colors, it’s perfect for smaller families.
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Another entry from Core, this cabin tent stands out thanks to its near vertical walls that enhance interior space. Combined with a generous head clearance, this tent is perfect for taller people who want to stand up inside.
Perfect for summertime, it also boasts large mesh windows, a mesh top, as well as a mesh door, all designed to ensure proper airflow. Interior pockets add convenience, while an intuitive structure allows you to erect it in minutes. We also like the floor level vents that regulate the interior temperature even when you’re sleeping. All at an affordable price point.
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Designed for those who don’t like to weak up early in the morning, this cabin tent from Ozark impresses with the dark technology walls, rainfly, and door. Once closed, the interior is almost completely dark, so you can sleep in during the morning or have an afternoon nap without being disturbed by the sunlight.
This technology also contributes to keeping the air inside the tent cooler, lowering down the temperature. Multiple mesh windows and a mesh ceiling also enhance airflow. Advertised as an all-season, but more suitable for the summer, this tent is also lightweight, easy to erect, and easy to dismantle. Just perfect for campers on a budget.
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Space is an important consideration when choosing a tent for family or group camping. From all tent models out there, cabin tents are undeniably the best in terms of available space. Their cabin-style design with vertical walls and generous head clearance makes them an excellent choice for families with kids and larger groups. However, not all cabin tents were created equal.
From the actual size to their height, construction, and portability, there are loads of things to consider before dropping your hard-earned money. In this guide, we highlight the most important features the best cabin tents must have.
Cabin tents are designed with families and larger groups in mind, which means they provide more room than all other tent types. However, like all other tents, their stated capacity is calculated at a tight fit. What does it mean?
In a nutshell, it means that the manufacturer specifies how many adults could fit in a tent if they were sleeping in sleeping bags directly on the floor.
But that’s not a purpose of a cabin tent. Cabin tents are usually preferred by campers who value comfort, so the rule of thumb is that the stated capacity should be halved to figure out how many people could actually fit comfortably.
With this in mind, a 4-person cabin tent is usually ideal for two adults sleeping on an air mattress or camping cots, or two adults plus a small child or dog.
A family of four plus gear should go for a 6- or 8-person cabin tent, while a group of 6 adults would probably fit comfortably in a 10-person or larger shelter.
Once you decided which is the best capacity, you must also consider the tent layout – especially if you plan to share your shelter with other adult friends or teens.
Most cabin tents on the market come with removable dividers you can use to create two or more rooms; furthermore, some tents even have two or more doors. Based on the size of your group, you should get a:
Because cabin tents are designed for larger groups, they need plenty of ventilation to prevent condensation build-up.
The easiest way to ensure proper ventilation is by investing in a tent with mesh walls and removable rainfly. You should also check if it comes with vents at floor level, a feature that will keep you cooler on the hot summer nights if the rainfly is on.
The waterproof rating discussed above usually refers to the tent’s walls and roof, but you may notice that tent floors usually have higher ratings. Picking a tent with a fully waterproof floor is important because this part of your shelter is in constant contact with the ground below.
If you mostly camp during summer, a rating of at least 3,000 mm for the floor should be enough to withstand light rain and short showers.
For 3- or 4-season camping, the floor should have a hydrostatic head of at least 5,000 mm. Furthermore, you should pick a tent with groundsheet sewn onto the walls in a tub style, to prevent any leaks at floor level
In short, no. Even if there are plenty of 3-season or 4-season cabin tents out there, you should keep in mind that the cabin design doesn’t resist stronger gusts. We recommend cabin tents for mild weather camping, ideally on campgrounds rather than remote camping.
Cabin tents can have various peak heights based on their size, but if you want to feel truly comfortable, you should pick a tent tall enough to allow you to stand and move comfortably. Some of the best cabin tents on the market can have a peak height of 30 feet.
Designed with comfort in mind, cabin tents are usually larger than other tent styles. That’s why it is important to check the following features before buying:
A cabin tent is a tent with near vertical walls, a design that makes it look more like a cabin than a dome. This type of tent has a larger interior and higher head clearance than the dome type, giving you the possibility to stand inside.
It really depends on your needs. If you’re only camping in summer, a 68D polyester tent that resists light rain should do. For cold season camping, you should go for a tent that resists strong winds, heavy rain, and maybe even snow.
A cabin is a permanent dwelling, usually made of logs or bricks. A tent is a temporary shelter, usually made of waterproof fabric and that can be erected or dismantled as needed.
An e-port is a tent accessory that provides easy access to an extension cord. E-ports come in handy when you plan to use an external power generator to power up your gadgets or a tent lamp.
If your tent is a pop-up model, just take it out of its bag in the desired location and follow the easy steps in its instructions booklet to set it up. Traditional tents usually require two people for proper installation, but the process is simple. Since each tent comes with its own instructions, just follow the manufacturer’s indications to set it up.
