Best Tents for a Family
Nothing can bring an end to a great family camping trip quicker than a faulty tent. Family tents need to be spacious, easy to set up and accommodating for everyone - even the family dog! Below are some of the best family tents on the market today, organized by price point and how much wear and tear the tent is likely to get.
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REI Kingdom 4 Tent
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Smaller families looking for an easy weekend camping trip will love the space and separate rooms that the REI Kingdom 4 tent provides. Kids will love the three windows that allow them to scope out their surroundings and parents will appreciate the mesh paneling that allows fresh air to flow throughout the tent. This tent, which costs about $300, sleeps four people, but a larger six-person version is also available.
North Face Trailhead 8 Tent
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The North Face Trailhead 8 Tent is a moderately priced tent that delivers for big families with high-quality features. The tent has dual doors, which make entries and exits easy for a mobile family, and a common area perfectly suited for family games and gatherings. This roomy tent, which costs about $400, comes equipped with roll-down dividers that provide privacy for changing and sleeping.
Deluxe Big Agnus Family Tent
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The Big Agnes Flying Diamond 6 Tent is the perfect tent for a family that plans to camp throughout the year in style and comfort. Six people can sleep in this roomy four-season tent. Some outstanding features that make this tent family friendly include: tons of mesh pockets for inside organization, a briefcase carrying case for easy transportation and an extra large door for multiple child entry. This tent, which costs about $500, is ideal for parents because it has a private, attached room that sleeps two. Use it to play cards in or sleep soundly.
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