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The Best Tents For A Backyard Camping Experience

You don’t need to go far from home to enjoy the Great Outdoors.

Some people prefer camping to be a simple, intimate affair. Others want a little bit of outdoor luxury. Fortunately, there are tents for everyone. | Shutterstock

By Islands Staff Feb. 25, 2021

Camping is a wonderful bonding experience as old as time itself. The work that goes into preparing a successful trip can be daunting and time-consuming, however. That doesn't always need to be the case, given the appropriate backyard and space. Here are the best tents to help set up you and your friends and/or family for memorable backyard camping experience.

Abco Pop Up Tent — Sometimes you just want to spend an evening under the stars. In those instances it's nice to have a simple solution. | Abco

Sometimes the best part of camping is the setup; most times, it's not. For campers and outdoorsmen who don't care for setting up their tents, there are solid options available.

Campros 6-person Camping Tent — Bringing the squad? Make sure there's plenty of space. | Campros

Almost any time you're outdoors for an extended period of time, it's best to find something that'll protect you from the elements—especially rain. Your outdoor lodging experience shouldn't be memorable for being soaked and uncomfortable.

Wakeman 2-person Tent — Space for one or double the fun. | Wakeman

Moving tents aren't always fun or easy, even for stay-at-home backyard adventures. Keep things simple with easily portable tents for whenever the backyard camping moves to a friend's place.

Kazoo Outdoor Camping Tent — Added features can go a long way in turning your experience into the first of many. | Kazoo

While tents can keep you covered from the sun, it takes you out of the experience while squeezing you between their walls. Whenever the sun is high and strong, it's best to have a tent that provides some overhead shading while still allowing a breeze to run through its side.

Ozark 10-person 2-room Cabin Tent — Bring along a portable hotspot and turn the Great Outdoors into your new remote office. | Ozark

Sometimes a little privacy goes a long way, even if it's just a thinly veiled separation within the same tent. Having the appropriate separation and space with your friends and family can be the difference between having an awesome camping experience and a horrid one.