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For an extended hiking trip, one of the worst things you will want to deal with is a heavy tent. How can you have a great trip without all the work? Take the time to comparison shop for the right size tent for your specific need, based in part on what else you are bringing with you and the number of people in your group. Even when you have a lot of items to deal with, you can still get a light weight tent to fit the bill. Let’s consider some specifics here.

First, you’re going to need to think about your priorities. Is weight a major issue? If you’ll be walking long distances, it probably should be. Even a pound or two can make a big difference in the weight you’re going to be carrying. Remember that packed weight and trail weight are different if you see these listed on the package. Packed weight refers to the whole tent; while trail weight may omit the stakes, rain fly and other elements.

For a medium sized tent, try the Kelly Gunnison, which is a four-person tent that offers a full rain fly. At nearly nine pounds, you and someone else may wish to share carrying this one. Still, it features DAC aluminum poles, which are lightweight and still provide a good amount of durability. It features taped seams as well as a bathtub floor and vestibule. There are storage pockets. Another option in this line is a bit smaller ideal for a solo backpacking trip or even a hike. It has all the same features but is only five pounds, eleven ounces in weight.

The camping tent you pick should be suited to the environment you’re going to be camping in. If you only want to go into the wilds during the summer, in pleasant weather, a lightweight tent will work just fine. These hiking tents are inexpensive and very light, but they’re not good for more than the gentlest weather. People who expect to deal with cold, lots of precipitation, or other difficult conditions should consider sturdier tents.

Three and four season tents are popular choices when hiking. The more protection offered by your tent, the heavier it will be, but it can also be a real lifesaver in a bad storm or in cold weather. Pay attention to the amount of waterproofing your tent has, to tell you how much rain or snow it can withstand. This will usually be rated in PSI, or pounds per square inch.

There are other types of tents to consider as well, including the A frame tent or Pup tent. This is a great choice for those who are okay with sleeping this close to the outdoors with little protection. The biggest drawback is that they can easily be a problem because they sag in the center. You definitely want to avoid the Cabin Camping style tent as these are very heavy sometimes weighing up to 100 pounds.

Dome Camping tents are another option, especially if you want more headroom. They are also good at keeping the elements at bad (since the rain and snow just slide right off.) The specialized designed rain fly helps this. These are free standing and have aluminum poles to keep them as lightweight as possible.

In the summer you may want something that is very light weight and also offers a good amount of ventilation. Summer time tents do not have a lot of features but they can work well in some situations. The other option is the tunnel or hoop tent, which are very lightweight options. The only drawback here is that the tents often have only limited support, which can cause a problem. The Bivy sack is another option, especially if you are hiking and camping by yourself. They are too small for much else than you and the sleeping bag you are using. They only weigh a few pounds, which make them a good choice for lightweight.

As you take the time to consider the right lightweight tent to use, keep in mind that there are many brands and styles available. The weather, your budget and the number of people play a role in which you choose, as should the weight, of course.

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