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Backpacking Tents: Lightweight Camping Tents for Backpacking & Hiking

A backpacking tent is a small, lightweight tent that is used when backpacking, hiking, camping, or mountaineering. Backpacking tents are available as solo, one person tents, two person tents, three person tents, and four person tents. Backpacking tents can be lightweight, mesh tents, three season tents, or durable expedition tents. With a wide variety of backpacking tents available, our discount sporting goods store is a one-stop shop for any camping, backpacking, or outdoor enthusiast.

Please browse our affordable backpacking tents below or see our complete selection of dome tents and camping tents from leading manufacturers to find the tent that suits your needs.

1 Person, Solo Camping Tents

Alps Mountaineering Zephyr Aluminum Poles, Sage/Rust Tent

Zephyr 1 AL Sage/Rust1

Eureka! Performance Backpacking Tents

Backcountry 1Backcountry 1

Eureka! Solo Tents

SpitfireSpitfire
SolitaireSolitaire

Paha Que Bear Creek

Bear Creek SoloSolo

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2 Person Camping Tents

Alps Mountaineering Chaos Aluminum Poles - Sage/Rust

Chaos 2 AL - Sage/Rust2

Alps Mountaineering Extreme Aluminum Poles, Sage/Rust

Extreme 2 AL Sage/Rust2

Alps Mountaineering Hybrid CE Sage/Rust

Hybrid CE 2 Sage/Rust2 Person

Alps Mountaineering Vertex Aluminum Poles - Sage/Rust

Vertex 2 AL Sage/Rust2

Alps Mountaineering Zephyr Aluminum Poles, Sage/Rust Tent

Zephyr 2 AL Sage/Rust2

Browning Camping Cypress Grey/Gold

Cypress 2 Grey/Gold2

Chinook Sirocco

Sirocco 2, Fiberglass2 Person, Fiberglass
Sirocco 2, Aluminum2 Person, Aluminum

Eureka! Alpenlite

Alpenlite 2XTAlpenlite 2XT

Eureka! Apex

Apex 2 FG2, Fiberglass
Apex 2XT FG2XT, Fiberglass

Eureka! Mountain Pass

Mountain Pass 2XTE2XTE

Eureka! Timberline

Timberline 2Timberline 2

Eureka! Zeus

Zeus 2 Classic Zeus 2 Classic

Eureka! Closeouts Scenic Pass Series

Scenic Pass 2XT2XT

Eureka! Closeouts Spitfire

Spitfire 2Spitfire 2

Paha Que Bear Creek

Bear Creek 2002-Person

Stansport Star-Lite 2-Person w/Fly

Star-Lite 2-Person w/Fly AL, RustAluminum, Rust
Star-Lite 2-Person w/Fly FG, GrnFiber Glass, Green
Star-Lite 2-Person w/Fly FG, YelFiber Glass, Yellow

Additional 2 Person Backpacking Tents

Meramac 2 Sage/RustAlps Mountaineering
Meramac 2 Sage/Rust
Kennesaw 2 Grey/GoldBrowning Camping
Kennesaw 2 Grey/Gold
Scenic Pass 2Eureka!
Scenic Pass 2
High CampEureka!
High Camp
Adventure Dome, 2-PersonStansport
Adventure Dome, 2-Person
Star-Lite 2-Person w/Fly FG, RustStansport
Star-Lite 2-Person w/Fly FG, Rust
Hunter Buddy 2-Person  Forest/TanStansport
Hunter Buddy 2-Person Forest/Tan
Olympus Backpackers Dome TentStansport
Olympus Backpackers Dome Tent

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3 Person Backpacking Tents

Alps Mountaineering Chaos Aluminum Poles - Sage/Rust

Chaos 3 AL - Sage/Rust3

Alps Mountaineering Extreme Aluminum Poles, Sage/Rust

Extreme 3 AL Sage/Rust3

Alps Mountaineering Hybrid CE Sage/Rust

Hybrid CE 3 Sage/Rust3 Person

Alps Mountaineering Zephyr Aluminum Poles, Sage/Rust Tent

Zephyr 3 AL Sage/Rust3

Chinook Cyclone

Cyclone 3, Aluminum3 Person, Aluminum
Cyclone 3, Fiberglass3 Person, Fiberglass

Chinook Long Star

Long Star 3, Fiberglass3 Person, Fiberglass

Chinook North Star

North Star 3, Fiberglass3 Person, Fiberglass

Chinook Santa Ana

Santa Ana 3, Fiberglass3 Person, Fiberglass
Santa Ana 3, Aluminum3 Person, Aluminum

Chinook Sirocco

Sirocco 3, Fiberglass3 Person, Fiberglass
Sirocco 3 Person, Aluminum3 Person, Aluminum

Chinook Tornado

Tornado 3, Fiberglass3 Person, Fiberglass
Tornado 3 Person, Aluminum3 Person, Aluminum

Chinook Whirlwind

Whirlwind 3, Fiberglass3 Person, Fiberglass
Whirlwind 3 Person, Aluminum3 Person, Aluminum

Eureka! Apex

Apex 3XT FG3XT, Fiberglass

Eureka! K-2

K-2 XTK-2 XT

Eureka! Mountain Pass

Mountain Pass 3XTE3XTE

Eureka! Closeouts Grand Manan

Grand Manan 77

Eureka! Closeouts Scenic Pass Series

Scenic Pass 3XT3XT

Stansport Star-Lite 3-Person w/Fly

Star-Lite 3-Person w/Fly FG, RustFiber Glass, Rust
Star-Lite 3-Person w/Fly FG, GrnFiber Glass, Green
Star-Lite 3-Person w/Fly FG, YelFiber Glass, Yellow

Wenzel Sport Dome Tent

Alpine Sport Dome TentAlpine
Ridgeline Sport Dome TentRidgeline

Additional 3 Person Backpacking Tents

Meramac 3 Sage/RustAlps Mountaineering
Meramac 3 Sage/Rust
Aztec 3 Sage/RustAlps Mountaineering
Aztec 3 Sage/Rust
Aurora 3, FiberglassChinook
Aurora 3, Fiberglass
Tropy Hunter 3-Person Forest/TanStansport
Tropy Hunter 3-Person Forest/Tan
McKinley 7'x7' x 54 inchesStansport
McKinley 7'x7'x54"
Cheval Sport Dome TentSwissGear
Cheval Sport Dome Tent

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4 Person Backpacking Tents

Alps Mountaineering Vertex Aluminum Poles - Sage/Rust

Vertex 4 AL Sage/Rust4

Chinook Twin Peaks Guide

Twin Peaks Guide 4, Fiberglass4 Person Plus, Fiberglass
Twin Peaks Guide 4, Aluminum4 Person Plus, Aluminum

Eureka! Outfitter Tents

Assault Outfitter 4Assault Outfitter 4

Eureka! Sunrise

Sunrise 8 8, 4 person tent

Eureka! Timberline

Timberline 4Timberline 4

Additional 4 Person Backpacking Tents

Meramac 4 Sage/RustAlps Mountaineering
Meramac 4 Sage/Rust
Aztec 4 Sage/RustAlps Mountaineering
Aztec 4 Sage/Rust
Kanderstag Backpack TentSwissGear
Kanderstag Backpack Tent
Greystone 4 Grey/GoldBrowning Camping
Greystone 4 Grey/Gold
Timberline SQ Outfitter 4Eureka!
Timberline SQ Outfitter 4
Uinta Quick 4-Man TentGrand Trunk
Uinta Quick 4-Man Tent
South Bend DomeMountain Trails
South Bend Dome
Twin Peaks DomeMountain Trails
Twin Peaks Dome
Green Mountain TentPaha Que
Green Mountain Tent
Rainier 9'x9' x 72 inchesStansport
Rainier 9'x9'x72"

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Selecting the Best Backpacking Tent: A Tent Buying Guide

While some of the features that you will need to consider when buying a backpacking tent are similar to the considerations that you will make when buying camping tents, there are some considerations that become more important when selecting the best backpacking tent.

The main considerations you should make when choosing the best backpacking tent include:

Tent Weight:

It is probably obvious to most that when you are choosing a backpacking tent, the lighter weight that a tent is the better, as you will be carrying all of your gear with you. You will find that most solo backpacking tents will weigh around 2 to 3 pounds. Sometimes multiple people will share a two or three person backpacking tent in order to split the weight of a tent and other gear between the individuals. While a lighter tent is often preferred for backpacking, it is also important to remember that a lighter weight will typically result in smaller interior space.

Tent Size:

Tent size is the next factor to consider when choosing a backpacking tent. Backpacking tents are usually smaller tents that can sleep one, two, three, or four people. Most backpacking tents are generally designed to fit snuggly in order to reduce the overall weight. Because of this, two larger people may prefer a three person tent simply to provide a more comfortable fit. Additionally, if you are backpacking with a pet or children or if you plan to carry a lot of extra gear that you will need to store in your tent, you may want to buy a backpacking tent that is slightly larger for extra room and comfort.

Weather Conditions:

Most backpackers find that a 3-season backpacking tent is suitable for their purposes. Three-season tents are designed to be used comfortably in spring, summer, and fall. If you will be camping frequently in hot, humid weather, you may prefer a tent that offers large mesh panels for extra ventilation. If you will be camping in more rugged conditions including during winter months or in extremely windy conditions, you will likely want to purchase an expedition or mountaineering tent that can withstand high winds and more extreme weather.

In general, a guideline that you should follow when choosing and buying a backpacking tent is to buy a tent that is equipped to handle the worst conditions that you ever expect to encounter. This will ensure comfort during your expeditions.

Our Discount Backpacking Tents

At Outdoor Sports Depot, we sell a complete selection of backpacking tents including solo tent models, two, three, and four person backpacking tents, three-season backpacking tents, mountaineering tents, and lightweight backpacking tents at discount prices. Our affordable backpacking tents include:

  • Alps Mountaineering Backpacking Tents
  • Paha Que Backpacking Tents
  • Browning Backpacking Tents
  • Chinook Backpacking Tents
  • Eureka Backpacking Tents
  • Grand Trunk Backpacking Tents
  • Mountain Trails Backpacking Tents
  • Stansport Backpacking Tents
  • SwissGear Backpacking Tents
  • Wenzel Backpacking Tents