In contrast to the Mineral King 3’s triangular vestibules, the Tungsten 4’s vestibules are trapezoidal, opening via a central door with protected areas on either side. This design does a better job shielding the tent from incoming—and sideways—wind and rain. The Tungsten’s two brow poles create an especially effective awning over the tent door, so very little water gets in when someone comes or goes. Like the Mineral King 3, the Tungsten 4 has a mesh canopy, though the opaque polyester part of its walls go higher, and provide more privacy, than the Mineral King’s. The Tungsten’s fly is not adaptable in the same way the Mineral King 3’s is, but it is treated for extra UV protection, which should help lengthen the tent’s lifespan.
One of the most attractive traits of instant tents is their quick set up times. These models come pre-assembled with the frame already attached to the canopy, making your job simple. The legs are telescoping (like a tripod uses), so all you have to do is unlock them and extend them out. Other than the mesh roof and windows, Ozark trail 12 person tent has 2 big ground vents.
You have to add the fly as well, so it is best to have somebody to help you. This is why I have added it to my list of best instant camping tents. Like most tents fit for 3-season trips, you’ll find a lot of mesh openings throughout Ozark trail 12 person tent. The roof is fully screened without the rainfly on, which makes for lovely stargazing at night.
There’s just a single door at the front of the tent, and to be honest, I didn’t really like it very much for a few reasons. So, if you’re taller than me, you literally won’t be able to stand up in this tent. There is some leftover space for gear at the foot of each mattress though. Every time I touched the wall of the tent, it started leaving a sticky residue on my fingers. I initially wanted to use and test this Dark Rest tent out for longer, but I decided to junk it after a few days cos it was really gross. Luckily, there is 1 single floor vent at the back of the tent, which measures almost a foot in width from the outside.
After I ordered the product at Walmart.com, I went to the store to pay cash. I received two queen air mattress on time but did not receive the tent till well over time estimated delivery. We’ve tested (and recommended) Eureka tents in past versions of this guide. In October 2023, Eureka’s parent company, Johnson Outdoors, announced that it was discontinuing the Eureka brand. The product line, including its tents, should remain available through the end of 2024. Even so, you should, ideally, stake down each corner securely; in some crowded campgrounds, however, finding a flat spot with soil soft enough to do that can be difficult.
If you’re going on a backpacking trip, then size & weight of the tent are very important; in this case, you’ll probably want to get the regular size. If you want to invest in a good tent that you will be able to use several times for your camping ozark trail canopy tent trips, then a good durable tent is what you’re looking for. With 7 mesh windows and a full mesh roof, the Ozark trail has great ventilation. It has a full mesh roof, and huge mesh windows, perfect for ventilation during those hot nights.
Measuring 10 by 10 feet, the Sundome covers an area larger than that of our family-tent top pick though its lower roof leaves it with less headroom. An avid hiker, camper, and long-haul road-tripper, Claire Wilcox has slept in (and occasionally improvised) tents in 11 states. She covers outdoor gear for Wirecutter and worked on the most recent update of this guide, testing couples’ tents and family tents. With nearly 60 square feet of floor space plus two large vestibules, the Tungsten 4 is roomier than our top-pick tent for couples.