Tents

Buying a tent is the second most essential piece of camping equipment you will need. There are many different types of tents on the market, so which one is the right one for you? Tent styles include:

Pup Tents
These little tents are big enough for one adult or two children. They can be set up easily and are light weight.

Two-person Tents
These tents can fit two adults and sleeping bags, but little else. If you need to fit more people or two people and equipment inside the tent, then you should opt for something larger. These tents are also great for hiking trips.

Four-person Tents
These tents will fit up to four adults without equipment or two adults with equipment. Four-person tents weight a little bit more, but can also be taken on hiking trips.
Six-person Tents
If you will be camping with your family, these tents are great because they will allow a family of four with equipment or a family of six without equipment.

The rule of thumb when choosing the tent size is to always go a size larger than what you absolutely need. Most people want to store their clothing and other equipment inside the tent, so choosing a larger tent will allow for equipment without becoming too crowded.

But if these tents seem a bit too close for comfort, you can also opt for the following:

Two-room Tents
These are also a family favorite. For added privacy, this tent has two rooms that are separated by a nylon zippered door. The children can sleep in one room and the adults in another.

Three-room Tents
These tents have two rooms and a screened in porch where people can take off their wet shoes and gear without having to make a mess inside the sleeping areas. This tent is also great for rainy days when shelter is needed to eat meals and other activities.