Here you have our selection of top rated 6 person camping tents. We have handpicked them from hundreds of tents available on the market. These are true gems in this capacity group, all very different and reliable.
The 6-person camping tent category is undoubtedly the largest in the market, and a great variety of designs are available. There are a few key points worth knowing about this category of tents.
Firstly, some tents are determined by the number of sleeping pads, but this is not practical for real camping. Secondly, true giants in this category typically come from the EU market and often feature a large living room and multiple sleeping rooms.
Additionally, tents vary in materials and design, including dome, cabin, tunnel, and bell-shaped. Despite the challenge of making an unbiased selection, we have listed top-rated 6 person camping tents from well-known brands with great features that deserve recognition.
Our list of best 6 person camping tents
The tents in the list are ordered by the total protected area. This includes the inner floored area plus the area under the porch or vestibules if the tent has one.
- Coleman Carlsbad 6 Person Tent
- Bushtec Adventure Alpha Kilo 4000 Canvas 6 Person Bow Tent
- Big Agnes Mad House Mountaineering Tent 6 Person
- Robens Klondike Tent
- Outwell Woodburg 6A Air Tent
- Vango 6 Person Odyssey Air 600 Tent
- Crua Core Dome 6 Person Tent
- Wildcat Outdoor Gear Lynx 640 Air Inflatable Camping Tent
- Crua Loj 6 Person Tent
The focus here is on diversity, so all these tents are very different. It would be easy to populate the list with dome tents alone or with tunnel tents, but this is not the point of our article. As a matter of fact, we could easily add 50 more tents. However, we wanted to present a relatively short list of the best tents for various situations, activities, and conditions.
1. Coleman Carlsbad 6 Person Tent
The Coleman Carlsbad 6 Person Tent is one of the best-known dark-rest tents on the market. As illustrated in the picture, it has a screen room, or you can call it the screened porch. Be that as it may, this part is floored, although the floor is not sealed, and the screen wall doesn’t have panels. Additionally, this screen room only provides partial coverage.
Furthermore, this dome tent features Coleman’s fast-pitch design. This means the poles are shock-corded and pre-attached to the hub element on the top. Yet another unique detail in this design is how they attach to the corners; you slot them into short tubes, which is super easy.
The dark rest room is made from fabric that blocks 98% of sunlight. The material is reflective from the outside, so Coleman also claims that the heat is reduced by up to 11%.
Due to the total area of 140 ft² (13 m²), the official capacity of this tent is 6 people. Furthermore, the floored dark-rest area is 10 x 9 ft (3.05 x 2.74 m). In other words, you have 8.36 + 4.64 m² in the two rooms. But only the dark-rest room is fully protected.
The peak height is 68 inches (173 cm), and the packed size is 26 x 11 x 11 inches (66 x 28 x 28 cm). The weight is 22 lb (9.98 kg).
Regarding the materials, firstly, the fly is a polyester taffeta 75D. The floor is durable with the bathtub design and with patented corner welds. Moreover, Colman uses an inverted seams design, which they call the WeatherTec system with Polyguard fabric. Additionally, the poles are fiberglass. We have also added this tent to our list of best family camping tents with a screen room.
2. Bushtec Adventure Alpha Kilo 4000 Canvas 6 Person Bow Tent
This tent is on our list of the Top Rated 6 Person Camping Tents because of the following most important features: cotton canvas, spring steel poles, and incredible craftsmanship.
It is a dome tent supported by spring steel poles. So this is incredibly strong and reliable construction. It is also a fully freestanding true 4-season tent. Note that Bushtec gives you a 3-year warranty on its parts, but they also claim that it is built to last over 15 years.
The tent is very aerodynamic, and they claim it can withstand winds of up to 60 mph. But note that it is very tall for a dome tent; the peak height is 7 ft (213 cm).
Officially, the tent is designed for 6 people, with an area of 100 ft² (9.3 m²). As illustrated in the picture, it has an awning configuration that extends the tent’s covered area. However, it is worth noting that the weight is not this tent’s best feature; it weighs 90 lbs (40.8 kg). Similarly, the same holds for its packed size, which is 50 x 18 x 13 inches (127 x 46 x 33 cm).
Despite the weight and size, Bushtec used a military-grade canvas for this tent. This material is a heavy-duty, rip-stop cotton canvas 550 gsm, impregnated during the production process. In addition, the material s fire retardant to all international and USA standards (CPAI 84). They claim it blocks UV rays, and according to their statements, it prevents decoloring, with a rating of 4 on the blue wool scale. Likewise, the floor is rugged 550 gsm PVC with a bathtub design. The zippers are high-quality #10 YKK.
Additionally, the tent has lots of mesh on the openings, which is great for warm-weather camping. But you can close everything when the temperatures drop. There are two vents on the top with zippers so you can regulate the airflow.
3. Big Agnes Mad House Mountaineering Tent 6 Person
This is an extended dome-type full two-layer tent, and it is nicely ventilated. All these vents visible in the picture are closable to preserve the warmth if you feel cold. Moreover, the canopy has closable mesh sections that match the fly vents. In terms of its design, the tent is elongated, and it looks almost like a tunnel tent. Nonetheless, you have a massive full-coverage fly for complete protection.
The focus here is on the 6-person version, but you should know that they also build it for 8 people. The tent has two rooms, two doors, and two vestibules, one for each room. So the organization is excellent, and you have plenty of space for gear. If you want to be organized, here you have 16 storage pouches on the walls.
The poles are aluminum, and fly is a polyester rip-stop with high tenacity yarns, and a 1200 mm waterproof rating. Additionally, the inner tent is a breathable polyester rip-stop, and the floor is bathtub-style polyester Oxford with a 5000 mm polyurethane coating.
Notably, the inner area is 94 ft² (8.7 m²) plus two vestibules that have 25 + 6 ft² (2.3 + 0.5 m²). So the total protected area is huge. Despite its size, the tent weighs 21 lb 8 oz (9.75 kg) and the packed size is 26 x 15 x 10 inches (66 x 38 x x 25 cm). The peak height is 68 inches (173 cm).
We have also included it in our list of the best 4 season family tents for camping.
4. Robens Klondike Tent
We believe this tent is one of the top rated 6 person camping tents due to its distinctive bell shape. Moreover, this is also a 4-season poly-cotton tent, and it comes ready to use with a wood-burning tent stove inside. This is possible thanks to the integrated pipe jack on the top.
In addition to this, the tent is nicely ventilated with 3 floor vents and 2 roof vents. The peak height is 106.3 inches (2.7 m), so the tent is very tall, and Robens claims it has passed wind tests to withstand winds of up to 168 km/h. This is quite remarkable for such a shape and height.
It is officially for 6 people, even though everyone has to share a single room with an area of 127 ft² (11.8 m²). The tent is moderately heavy at 35.5 lb (16.1 kg). Typical for such bell-shaped tents, it has a main central pole, an anodized alloy 30.8 – 52 mm in diameter, and an A-frame with a 22 mm diameter for the single door.
The mentioned fabric is a HydroTex Polycotton, a 35% cotton, and a 65% polyester blend. There is no coating here, so the material is breathable. Additionally, the groundsheet is a zip-in type, meaning you can unzip it completely. The floor material is a top-quality 210T Oxford polyester with a 10000 mm waterproof rating. We have also added this tent to our list of extreme cold weather camping tents.
5. Outwell Woodburg 6A Air Tent
This tent is a huge tunnel-shaped structure organized into 4 rooms plus a large porch, as illustrated in the picture. A key feature is the enormous dimensions of 23.12 x 10.83 ft (705 x 330 cm), and the peak height is also impressive 220 cm. There is an inner tent with two sleeping rooms for 2 and 3 people. In addition, there is a living room that sits between these inner rooms and the porch.
But this is not all; there is also a small single-room inner tent in the porch area. It is worth noting that all these inner tents are removable. The idea is so you can organize the space as you wish. For example, you can have 1 only or up to 4 separate rooms.
The tent is officially for 6 people. However, this is a camping castle with a total floored area of 189 ft² (17.59 m²). The mentioned porch adds an additional 52 ft² (4.83 m²) when the single-room inner tent is in place.
Yet another luxury that make it one of the best 6 person camping tents, is its 6 separate solid and tinted windows. In addition, there are 2 external doors with 2 windows. There are also 6 inner doors and many storage pouches at various places.
Furthermore, the shell is made from Outwell’s Outtex polyester with a 4000 mm waterproof rating. This is further enhanced by the inner tent’s breathable polyester, making it a dark-rest tent. Additionally, the floor is double-coated and sewn-in waterproof 100% polyethylene.
Notably, this tent is supported by air beam tubes, which Outwell calls the Rigid Air System frame that allows for a maximum pressure of 9 psi/0.6 bar.
Furthermore, this tent will work great anywhere. Additionally, this is a proper 3-season-plus tent. By the same token, they claim the tent can withstand wind force 9, or 47-54 mph. However, it weighs 54.7 lbd (24.8 kg); if you think this is heavy, it is important to remember its extensive dimensions. The packed size is 36.6 x 19.3 x 19.3 inches (93 x 49 x 49 cm).
6. Vango 6 Person Odyssey Air 600 Tent
This is yet another tent without metal poles; instead, you have air beams. These beams are pre-bent and straight on the sides, so you have lots of headroom; this is why it looks like a cabin tent. Given these points, one person can set it up in just a few minutes with the included hand pump.
This tent has a “lights out” design. Consequently, this is less dark than true dark-rest tents, but it is still dark enough to reduce glare, allowing you to sleep longer in the morning.
Officially, the tent is for 6 people and has a vast floor area of 190 ft² (17.7 m²). Additionally, there is an inner tent with two rooms separated by a divider. There is also a large living room in front of the sleeping zone.
The packed size is 70 x 37 x 36 cm, and the weight is 38.6 lb (17.5 kg). Overall dimensions are 183.07 x 149.61 inches (465 x 380 cm). Note also that the tent is very tall, with a peak height of 79.92 inches (203 cm).
The floor in the living room is linked-in polyethylene. The fly is a 70 denier polyester with a waterproof rating of 4000 mm. Vango claims it is weather tested to the European standard EN5912 by a certified test center. In addition, the windows are made of solid PVC.
7. Crua Core Dome 6 Person Tent
Firstly, this dome tent has inflatable beams instead of classic poles. Secondly, it has an entirely unique design with attachment ports for three smaller Crua Duo 2-person tents or smaller Crua Duo Max 3-person tents.
Note that Crua sells this combination with attached smaller tents, also under the name Crua Clan. But you can use this tent as it is, without the attachments. Also, those smaller attachment tents (if you buy them) can be used separately as well.
The picture above shows openings where you can attach the smaller tents to make the tent bigger. As a result, this tent is an excellent option if you have friends or family members who want to join you in your camping adventures.
Unusually for a dome tent, this is an incredibly tall structure with a peak height of 7.5 ft (229 cm). Furthermore, the tent has 3 huge doors and a porch that can be fully closed, so it looks like a front room.
In addition to the unique design, the tent can be described as fully freestanding with such inflatable beams. Note also that this is a single-layer tent with an impressive waterproof rating of 5000 mm, and it is suitable for 3-season use.
With a floored area of 192 ft² (17.8 m²), the tent offers ample space for a comfortable camping experience. Additionally, the porch gives you an extra 67 ft² (6.25 m²). The tent weighs 33 lb (15 kg). The packed size is 35 x 15 x 15 inches (89 x 38 x 38 cm).
8. Wildcat Outdoor Gear Lynx 640 Air Inflatable Camping Tent
The Wildcat Outdoor Gear Lynx 640 is an Air Inflatable Camping Tent with incredible features. Firstly, this is a 4-room tent with a modular design. As a result, it features an inner tent within the shell with a removable divider. Additionally, there is also a large living room and a side room zipped to the tent, which you can see in the picture. Furthermore, you can attach it on either of the two sides.
The floored area measures over 207 ft² (19.2 m²), plus the porch area of 32.3 ft² (3 m²). This is a polycotton canvas tent with inflatable beams, 7 windows, some mesh with panels, and some solid tinted windows. Additionally, this is a very tall tent with its 6’11” (211 cm) peak height, making it pleasant and comfortable.
The manufacturer describes it as a 3-season tent. With all things considered, it is heavy, as you would expect from a canvas tent with air beams, at 108 lb (49 kg). We would say this is quite normal when you see how much space it provides.
The packed size is 38 x 18 x 17 inches (97 x 46 x 43 cm). We have also included it in our list of the best 4 season family tents for camping and the best 4 room family camping tents.
9. Crua Loj 6 Person Tent
This is one of the most impressive tents on the market. In contrast to other options, there is nothing even remotely close to what this tent offers. Firstly, this is an insulated tent with an inner cocoon that gives the tent an effective R-value of 4. However, please note that only the sleeping area is insulated.
This is also a substantial 3-room structure with an extra fully enclosed porch with a vestibule. The tent has 3 external doors and 2 inner doors.
The total inner area is 235 ft² (22 m²), and the mentioned porch adds 65 ft² (6 m²) to it. Note that the porch is without a floor so this is the place where you can sit with camping chairs and you can use it for cooking.
The frame is steel, and the fabric is breathable laminated polycotton 80/20. Note that this tent includes a footprint and an insulated carpet. The sleeping area is a dark rest zone. Consequently, it is completely dark inside, even in broad daylight. In addition, the tent provides a bit of sound insulation too.
It has 6 PVC windows, an awning configuration shown in the picture, and much more. This is a true 4-season tent that will protect you in any weather conditions. On the same note, Crua claims it can handle winds of over 60 MPH.
The tent weighs 218 lb (99 kg), and its dimensions (L x W) are 277 x 158 inches (700 x 400 cm). The inner peak height is 83 inches (211 cm).
Final thoughts on the best 6 Person Camping Tents
So this was our selection of top-rated 6 person camping tents. All are very different and with some unique combinations of features.
You should also check our selection of the best Coleman 6 person dome tents. If you need something much larger, at least by the official capacity, please check our list of best 12 person family camping tents.
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