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31 Best Canvas Tents For Camping in 2021 – For All Seasons

Last Modified: December 25, 2020 16 Comments


Here you have my list of best canvas tents for camping that are on the market, all very unique models and suitable for 4 seasons and for all climates.

Best canvas camping tents for 4 seasons.
Best canvas camping tents for 4 seasons.

Why canvas tents

You will realize that canvas tents are heavy, bulky, expensive, and they are quite complicated to maintain properly. So why would you want to have one? Here are some possible reasons:

  • Those are durable tools. Some manufacturers write that if you buy such a tent, you will leave it to your grandchildren, and they might not exaggerate. Some of them are built from a cotton and polyester mixed fabric so they incorporate the best from both worlds, you will see some examples below.
  • Such canvas tents are breathable and this makes lots of difference. One of the biggest issues with synthetic tents is ventilation and condensation. Several people in a tent may exhale a couple of liters of moisture during the night, and this vapor tends to condensate on the cold walls and on your stuff. This is why vents in such tents are essential. In a breathable canvas tent, this problem is reduced to a minimum, and many of them also come with vents, you will see such examples below.
  • Practically all of them are designed for all seasons. From many points of view, they perform better both in a warm climate and in a cold climate. Such a canvas tent gives a bit of insulation, and in summer it makes the atmosphere in a tent cooler than a synthetic tent.
  • Some of these tents come with one or even two stove pipe jacks. Such a tent combined with a wood stove is suitable for the coldest environments.
  • As I said above, canvas tents are heavy but there is a good side to it – they are quieter than thin synthetic materials that tend to flap even in the lightest winds. Some of the canvas tents are built to provide a sound insulation as well, you will see a great example below, an insulated canvas tent.
  • Canvas tents are more durable regarding the UV radiation.
  • You will see also tents with air beams in this list.

But I mentioned that canvas tents are complicated for maintenance, you will have mold developed if you store it wet. So keep the tent clean and bone dry before you store it at home. They are also flammable so some manufacturers use chemicals against it. Note also that some of these tents have a coating for water resistance but this reduces breathability.


My list of best canvas camping tents

Here is my list of the tents ordered alphabetically so the numbers are not for ranking:

  1. Bushtec Adventure Alpha Kilo 4000 Canvas 6 Person Bow Tent
  2. Bushtec Adventure Nomad 6 Person Bow Tent
  3. Bushtec Adventure Delta Zulu Combo Canvas 4 Person Chalet Tent with Gazebo
  4. Bushtec Adventure Echo 2200 Luxury Camping Tent
  5. Crua Loj 6 Person Tent
  6. DANCHEL Cotton Bell Tent with Two Stove Jacket
  7. DANCHEL OUTDOOR Waterproof Indian Cotton Canvas Tent
  8. Dream House 10 Person Cotton Canvas Tent
  9. Dream House Double Layers Waterproof Safari Glamping Tent
  10. GEERTOP 4-6 Person Teepee Tent
  11. Guide Gear 10 x 12 Canvas Wall Tent
  12. Jet Tent F25DX 10 Person Camping Tent
  13. Kodiak Canvas 12×9 Canvas Cabin Tent
  14. Kodiak Canvas Deluxe 8 Person Tent
  15. Kodiak Canvas Flex Bow Basic 6 Person Tent 10 x 10
  16. Kodiak Canvas Flex-Bow VX Waterproof Quick Tent 6011 With Tarp
  17. OzTent 30 Second Expedition Tent RV 5
  18. Robens Aero Yurt 8 Man Airventure Air Tent
  19. Robens Klondike Tent
  20. Springbar Highline 8 Tent
  21. Stout Bell Tent 100% Cotton Canvas
  22. Teton Sports Mesa 14 Canvas Tent
  23. Teton Sports Sierra 16 Canvas Tent
  24. Trek Tents 246C Cotton Canvas Cabin Tent
  25. White Duck Outdoors Alpha Wall Tent 12 x 14
  26. White Duck Outdoors Avalon Canvas Bell Tent
  27. White Duck Outdoors Family Explorer Basic 10 x 14 Canvas Camping Tent
  28. White Duck Outdoors Family Explorer Deluxe 10 x 10 Camping Tent 
  29. WHITEDUCK Regatta Canvas Bell Tent Premium
  30. Wildcat Outdoor Gear Premium Family Camping Tent Bobcat 500
  31. Wildcat Outdoor Gear Lynx 640 Air Inflatable Camping Tent

 

What is included

By the design, you will realize that those are very different styles that include:

  • Dome tents.
  • Tunnel tents.
  • Cabin style tents.
  • Bell-shaped tents.
  • Teepee tents.

By the fabric they all are in the following two groups:

  • Canvas tents.
  • Poly-canvas tents, so this is a mix of canvas and polyester.

All of them are with a synthetic floor, and all are heavy, therefore the frame is always steel.

  • Seasons-wise, all of them are 4-season tents.
  • Space-wise, those are large and tall tents.

By the setup you have:

  • Instant tents.
  • Non-instant tents.

I give only a few basic details here, but all are described in my separate reviews so please follow the links for more details and for updated prices.


1. Bushtec Adventure Alpha Kilo 4000 Canvas 6 Person Bow Tent

Alpha Kilo 4000 Canvas 6 Person Bow Tent.
Alpha Kilo 4000 Canvas 6 Person Bow Tent.

This is a rather unique canvas tent here in the list because of its dome structure. The tent is with a minimal fly that protects the vents on the roof and it extends into an awning which you see in the picture.

You have a single room structure which is very tall 84 inches (213 cm), and with one door and two windows. All openings are with mesh and panels. This is a design for 4-season use, incredibly durable and reliable. The dome poles are spring steel.

Note that the tent is very heavy 90 lb (40.8 kg) and bulky when packed. The dimensions are 10 x 10 ft (305 x 305 cm) so you have an area of 100 ft² (9.3 m²). The declared capacity is 6 people.

Read my review.


2. Bushtec Adventure Nomad 6 Person Bow Tent

Bushtec Adventure Nomad 6 Person Bow Tent.
Bushtec Adventure Nomad 6 Person Bow Tent.

So you realize this tent is similar to their Kilo 4000 tent, this is again an incredibly reliable but simple dome structure, a canvas tent for all climates and all weather conditions, a true 4-season tent. I have included it also in my lists of best dome tents and cold weather tents for camping. 

You have a breathable canvas structure with a spring steel frame, 2 windows with mesh and panels on the sides, and a large door with the same double-layer design. The tent is very tall, it weighs 18 lb (8.2 kg), and the floor area is 100 ft² (9.3 m²).

Read my Bushtec Adventure Nomad 6 Person Bow Tent review.


3. Bushtec Adventure Delta Zulu Combo Canvas 4 Person Chalet Tent with Gazebo

Bushtec Adventure Delta Zulu Combo Canvas 4 Person Chalet Tent with Gazebo.
Bushtec Adventure Delta Zulu Combo Canvas 4 Person Chalet Tent with Gazebo.

This is a 2-in-1 structure with a gazebo and with a tent, so the gazebo can be used separately. The structure is incredibly strongly built, waterproof and breathable, and suitable for all seasons and all climates. This is a framed tent, so the frame itself is freestanding and you attach the rest to it.

The material is a very durable canvas built in the best tradition of this brand. It is also a dark-rest type structure although this is not pointed out by the manufacturer.

The official capacity is 4 people and for this you have the inner area of 54 ft² (5 m²), and also a huge porch shown in the picture that adds a lot to the covered area which is in total 143 ft² (13.2 m²). Note also this is a heavy structure, the weight is 127 lbs (58 kg).

Read my Bushtec Adventure Delta Zulu Combo Canvas 4 Person Chalet Tent with Gazebo review.


4. Bushtec Adventure Echo 2200 Luxury Camping Tent

Bushtec Adventure Echo 2200 Luxury Camping Tent
Bushtec Adventure Echo 2200 Luxury Camping Tent.

Everything about this Bushtec Adventure Echo 2200 Luxury Camping Tent is exceptional and impressive. But to start with the fact that this is a canvas camping tent and this is why it is here. You have a steel frame, two rooms with 6 windows, a huge porch, and an overall quality that is hard to match.

This is one of the framed tents, so the frame is strong and self-supportive on its own. They give a 3-year warranty on all parts. You might want to see some numbers because they are also exceptional. The tent weighs 500 lb (227 kg), its inner area is 206 ft² (19.18 m²) and the total covered area is 283 ft² (26.3 m²), so I have added it to my list of extra large tents. The peak height is 10 ft (3 m) and I have included it in my list of extra tall tents.

Read my Bushtec Adventure Echo 2200 Luxury Camping Tent review.


5. Crua Loj 6 Person Tent

Crua Loj 6 Person Thermo Insulated Waterproof Family Tent.
Crua Loj 6 Person Thermo Insulated Waterproof Family Tent.

There is no tent currently on the market that could be compared with this Crua Loj 6. This is the only insulated tent of this type and this is a huge 3-room structure plus a fully enclosed porch with a vestibule. Its R-value is 4 so imagine what you have here.

The tent is with 3 external doors and 2 inner doors, the frame is steel and the material is breathable, so you have the inner tent fabric which is 65/35 ratio poly-cotton, and the outer shell is a laminated poly-cotton 80/20. It comes with a footprint included and with an insulated carpet. The materials are such that this is a dark rest design and you also have sound insulation. Note that you have 6 PVC windows.

The total inner protected area is 235 ft² (22 m²) and the porch area is 65 ft² (6 m²). The only difference between the two is that the porch is without the floor. Please follow the link for more.

Read my review.


6. DANCHEL Cotton Bell Tent with Two Stove Jacket

DANCHEL Cotton Bell Tent with Two Stove Jacket.
DANCHEL Cotton Bell Tent with Two Stove Jacket.

Here you have a bell-shaped tall canvas tent with a 5-meter diameter. So you have an area of 216 ft² (20 m²) and this is enough for the declared capacity of 8 people. It comes with 2 stove jackets, so you can use a wood stove inside. This is why I have included it in my list of cold weather tents for camping. But this tent is indeed for all seasons.

The structure is supported by the central pole and the setup is easy, one person can do it without problems. Note that the floor is a thick synthetic material so you are safe from groundwater. There is a zipper that goes all the way around and you can unzip the floor and use the tent as a canopy for family events in the garden.

The structure is with 4 small windows on the vertical wall under the skirt, so you have mesh here and panels. There are 4 vents high on the roof so ventilation should be good in any conditions.

Read my review.


7. DANCHEL OUTDOOR Waterproof Indian Cotton Canvas Tent

DANCHEL OUTDOOR Waterproof Indian Cotton Canvas Tent.
DANCHEL OUTDOOR Waterproof Indian Cotton Canvas Tent.

This DANCHEL OUTDOOR Waterproof Indian Cotton Canvas Tent with Stove Hole is here because of its material which is a cotton canvas of course. This is a single-pole 4-season construction with an integrated pipe jack visible in the picture above.

The tent is also nicely ventilated with several roof vents and low windows, this may be useful when you use a wood-burning stove inside. They build it in two sizes and the larger offers an area of 202 ft² (18.7 m²), so I have included it in my list of extra large family camping tents. This 5-meter diameter tent weighs 70 lb (32 kg).

Read my DANCHEL OUTDOOR Waterproof Indian Cotton Canvas Tent review.


8. Dream House 10 Person Cotton Canvas Tent

Dream House 10 Person Cotton Canvas Tent
Dream House 10 Person Cotton Canvas Tent.

This Dream House Large Spacious Outdoor Waterproof Cotton Canvas 4 Season Camping Tent offers an area of 215.2 ft² (20 m²). So in view of the declared 10-person capacity, this is a true camping castle. The tent is pleasant and breathable and with a great waterproof rating.

This is also a very tall tent and I have added it to my list of extra tall and extra large tents. Note that this is a single-pole structure and you have one room only. The tent is with 2 doors and 4 windows.

The weight is 99 lb (45 kg) and the dimensions are (W x D) 16.4 x 13.12 ft (500 x 400 cm).

Read my Dream House 10 Person Cotton Canvas Tent review.


9. Dream House Double Layers Waterproof Safari Glamping Tent

Dream House Double Layers Waterproof Safari Glamping Tent.
Dream House Double Layers Waterproof Safari Glamping Tent.

Here you have an impressive, luxurious, and very tall polycotton tent with its peak height of 87 in (221 cm). So it is here because of its fabric which is a blend of cotton and polyester, and it is also included in my list of very tall family camping tents.

This is a freestanding structure with a strong steel frame and the huge awning shown in the picture. The tent has a very high waterproof rating and it offers great protection from elements in any weather conditions.

The tent is heavy so you have tent + poles that weigh 66.13 + 55.11 lb (30 + 25 kg). The inner area is 117 ft² (10.9 m²) but you also have that huge awning with the roof. The official capacity is 8 people.

Read my Dream House Double Layers Waterproof Safari Glamping Tent review.


10. GEERTOP 4-6 Person Teepee Tent

GEERTOP 4-6 Person Teepee Tent.
GEERTOP 4-6 Person Teepee Tent.

This GEERTOP 4-6 Person Teepee Tent is a nicely built two-wall tent. This is one feature that sets it apart from many teepees on the market. So you have an inner tent which is all mesh, and a full fly. This is why I have added it also in my list of tents with a full-coverage fly.

But the tent is here in the list because of its polycotton fabric, a blend of cotton and polyester. This is a single-pole construction with a fully sealed floor, and with a footprint included.

The waterproof rating for the fly is 2000 mm. The tent weighs 14.2 lb (6.45 kg) and the area is 107 ft² (9.9 m²). Please follow the link for more.

Read myGEERTOP 4-6 Person Teepee Tent review.


11. Guide Gear 10 x 12 Canvas Wall Tent

Guide Gear 10 x 12 Canvas Wall Tent.
Guide Gear 10 x 12 Canvas Wall Tent.

This Guide Gear 10 x 12 Canvas Wall Tent is what its name says, a cotton canvas tent, and this why it is here. It is also very tall with its 8’3″ (251 cm) peak height and I have included it also in my list of very tall camping tents.

It is built in the cabin-style as you realize from the picture. This is a floorless structure for all seasons, the floor can be ordered separately, and it comes with an integrated pipe jack, this is why it is also in my separate list of tents with a stove jack.

Note that they sell the frame separately, and this is an incredibly thick aluminum structure. The tent’s inner area is 120 ft² (11.2 m²). Please follow the link for more.

Read my Guide Gear 10 x 12 Canvas Wall Tent review.


12. Jet Tent F25DX 10 Person Camping Tent

Jet Tent F25DX 10 Person Camping Tent.
Jet Tent F25DX 10 Person Camping Tent.

This F25DX is a poly-cotton or poly-canvas tent, which means they have added a bit of polyester to improve its performance. But it keeps all the best features from a canvas tent and the breathability is the most important one. This is a very unique design and the list of its features is long.

So you have 3 rooms here, and the structure is a sort of an extended cabin with the central section which is an instant setup design. There are two extra poles that you add to the sides, and those give support to the two side rooms. The structure is with 7 windows and you also have huge ventilation openings on the roof.

Note that it comes with a minimal coverage fly which is synthetic, so you have full protection on the roof where you need it most. The floor is also synthetic but this is common for all tents here. The official capacity is 10 people and the total inner area is 186 ft² (17.25 m²).

Read my review.


13. Kodiak Canvas 12×9 Canvas Cabin Tent

Kodiak Canvas 12x9 Canvas Cabin Tent.
Kodiak Canvas 12×9 Canvas Cabin Tent.

This is a unique cabin-style tent and a particularly tall structure with 90 inches (229 cm) peak height. The tent is full of great features and this is a pure canvas tent except for the floor which is synthetic. You have top quality craftsmanship and the tent is totally reliable and you can use it throughout the year and in all weather conditions.

The tent is not freestanding, but this is typical for most canvas tents. You have a steel frame plus two poles that you use for an awning configuration shown in the picture above. It comes with an E-cable port, and you have 2 doors (with windows), plus 4 separate windows.

The area is 108 ft² (10 m²) and the declared capacity is 6 people. Note that this is a very heavy structure, 92 lb (41.7 kg). Please follow the link for more.

Read my review.


14. Kodiak Canvas Deluxe 8 Person Tent

Kodiak Canvas Deluxe 8 person tent.
Kodiak Canvas Deluxe 8 person tent.

This Kodiak Canvas Deluxe 8 person tent is a waterproof yet breathable cotton canvas construction. It is an incredibly well-built and reliable tent with a steel frame and a Flex-Bow roof, two doors, and four windows. It is suitable for all seasons and all weather conditions.

Features that make it different from their Basic tents series are two windows more, vents, a hanging organizer, and a gear loft that are missing in the Basic series (one shown below). Note also that you have an integrated awning shown in the picture above.

The tent is heavy with its 79 lb (35.8 kg), and its dimensions are 14 x 10 ft (4.3 x 3 m) so the area is 140 ft² (13 m²).

Read my Kodiak Canvas Deluxe 8 person tent review.


15. Kodiak Canvas Flex Bow Basic 6 Person Tent 10 x 10

Kodiak Canvas Flex Bow Basic 6 Person Tent.
Kodiak Canvas Flex Bow Basic 6 Person Tent.

The word Basic in the name of this tent is used only to distinguish it from some other models of the same brand that offer more features. But in reality, this is a really luxurious camping tent with a walk around height and suitable for all seasons and for all climates. So this is a canvas tent and they make it breathable, and this is why it performs well regardless of where you are going to use it.

You have two doors and two separate mesh windows that are also equipped with panels. The tent comes with a huge 6 x 6 ft awning on one side. It is heavy 68 lb (30.8 kg) and bulky when packed, so bear this in mind when you plan to transport it to your camping area. It is not freestanding so choose a place where you can stake it down properly, you have 18 long steel stakes included in the package. The official capacity is 6 people and the floor area is 100 ft² (9.3 m²).

This is a tent with a high level of craftsmanship, built to last for many years. The price may look a bit high but this is typical for canvas tents, please follow the link to check for the updates.

Read my review.


16. Kodiak Canvas Flex Bow VX Waterproof Quick Tent 6011 With Tarp

Kodiak Canvas Flex Bow VX Waterproof Quick Tent 6011 With Tarp.
Kodiak Canvas Flex Bow VX Waterproof Quick Tent 6011 With Tarp.

This is a canvas tent with a fabric that is kept breathable, a tall and pleasant structure with a walk-around comfort. The tent has 2 doors and 4 + 2 windows. All these openings are double-layer structures with mesh and canvas panels.

The area is 100 ft² (9.3 m²) and the declared capacity is 6 people. It is quite heavy, it weighs 68 lb (30.8 kg), and it is bulky when packed. The structure is suitable for all-year-round use, and it is also suitable for all climates. The frame is steel and as the name suggests, you have spring steel rods that create tension in the roof. Note also that this tent comes with a tarp included.

Read my review.


17. OzTent 30 Second Expedition Tent RV 5

OzTent 30 Second Expedition Tent RV 5.
OzTent 30 Second Expedition Tent RV 5.

Here you have an example of an instant setup canvas tent. As its name suggests, one person can indeed raise it in under 30 seconds. But I must add, there is a price for that, it costs a lot and its packed size is huge. Namely, the packed size is 78.7 x 15.7 x 7.1 inches (200 x 40 x 18 cm) so not every car can be used to transport this tent. The reason for such a length in the packed size is its frame which is preattached to the tent.

But this is an exceptional award-winning design, a fully waterproof tent suitable for all seasons and for all climates. You have openings on all sides, and all of them are with mesh and closable panels. This is also a tent with a stand-up height. Please follow the link to read more.

Read my review.


18. Robens Aero Yurt 8 Man Airventure Air Tent

Robens Aero Yurt 8.
Robens Aero Yurt 8.

Here you have one of the most impressive tents. This is a very tall poly-cotton breathable 4-season structure with 8 air beams, freestanding, and also very expensive. The peak height is 106.3 inches (270 cm) so I have included it in my list of very tall tents. The fabric is 35% cotton and 65% polyester and this is a ripstop material.

They use an ingenious design here so all 8 beams can be inflated through one single valve. I have included it also into my list of best inflatable tents. The area is 181 ft² (16.8 m²) and this is more than enough for the declared 8-person capacity. The floor is 210T Oxford polyester with a 10000 mm waterproof rating and this is a bathtub design. Please follow the link to read more about this impressive tent in my full review.

Read my Robens Aero Yurt 8 Man Airventure Air Tent review.


19. Robens Klondike Tent

Robens Klondike Tent.
Robens Klondike Tent.

This Robens Klondike comes with many nice features, so it is hard to choose where to start. As you realize this is a bell-shaped tent and this is a true 4-season tent. Note that this is a poly-cotton fabric and they did not use any coating so the tent is breathable. The declared capacity is 6 people and it offers 127 ft² (11.8 m²) of floor area.

As a bell tent, it is not freestanding. It offers a standing height in its bigger part. Note that it comes with an integrated stovepipe port on the top. In addition to this, it has a floor zipper that you can unzip and roll the floor party to the side when you put a stove inside.

The floor is zipped to the tent and it creates a bathtub structure. So you can unzip it and use the tent as a canopy only. There are 3 floor vents that are so large that they look like windows and they are with mesh and canvas. You also have 2 top vents with an integrated pulley system so you can open and close them from inside. Please follow the link for more.

Read my Robens Klondike Tent review.

Note that they have yet another bigger tent from this series under the name Robens Klondike Grande Tent.


20. Springbar Highline 8 Tent

Springbar Highline 8 Tent.
Springbar Highline 8 Tent.

The Highline 8 tent offers 140 ft² (13 m²) of the area in its single-room structure with a single but large door and several large windows. The structure is with the 78 inches (198 cm) peak height. Obviously, this is a canvas tent, and only the floor is a heavy-duty fully waterproof 14 oz laminated vinyl.

The tent is heavy and bulky when packed but this is a very strong and clever steel construction so only two leg-poles support the structure. In spite of its size and weight, one person can set it up easily.

This is a tent for all seasons, designed to perform well in any climate. It makes the atmosphere cooler in a warmer climate, and it gives a bit of insulation when used in a cold environment. Please read more in my full review.

Read my review.


21. Stout Bell Tent 100% Cotton Canvas

Stout Bell Tent 100% Cotton Canvas.
Stout Bell Tent 100% Cotton Canvas.

As its name suggests, this is a pure cotton canvas tent and they build it in two sizes with 4 and 5 meters in diameter. There are also two versions, Pro and Ultimate, with some subvariants as well.

So this is a single-pole construction with 4 windows and 1 door, fully waterproof and breathable. It comes with an integrated stove jack so the tent is suitable for all seasons. There are also two ports for cable.

The groundsheet is zipped-in, and one of the mentioned Pro variants is with a mesh that runs around the perimeter. The declared capacity is 6 – 8 people and you have an area of 211 ft² (19.6 m²). The tent is heavy with its 94 lb (43 kg), but this nothing unusual for a cotton canvas structure of this type.

Read my Stout Bell Tent 100% Cotton Canvas review.


22. Teton Sports Mesa 14 Canvas Tent

Teton Sports Mesa 14 Canvas Tent.
Teton Sports Mesa 14 Canvas Tent.

The Mesa 14 is a part of the series which includes several tents built in the same style, but with the difference in the area only. By style, it is very similar to the Springbar 8 tent, but when you look closer you realize that there are some important differences, like the 2 doors which you have here on the two sides and also the roof poles structure is different.

The dimensions are 14 x 10 ft (427 x 305 cm) so the total area is 140 ft² (13 m²). As you see from the picture above, it comes with an integrated awning. The fabric is 100% canvas and the frame is steel. This is a tent for all seasons and for all climates. It is important to stress that it is more affordable than the Springbar Highline 8 tent, so please follow the link to check the updated price.

Read my review.


23. Teton Sports Sierra 16 Canvas Tent

Teton Sports Sierra 16 Canvas Tent.
Teton Sports Sierra 16 Canvas Tent.

The Sierra 16 is one of the three tents from their series, so the number 16 describes the diameter in feet; the other two tents are 12 and 20 feet in diameter. So the area is around 200 ft² (18.6 m²) and the capacity is 8 – 12 people. As you realize, this is a bell-shaped tent so the structure is enormously high, no less than 9 ft 5 in (287 cm).

This is a canvas tent and only the floor is synthetic. You have a huge door and the structure is single-room by the design, with 4 small windows around. There is only one central pole that supports the whole tent, plus a door pole on the front. The floor is with a zipper so you can unzip it completely and use the tent as a pleasant canopy for family events in the garden. This is a 4 season tent. Please read more in my full review.

Read my review.


24. Trek Tents 246C Cotton Canvas Cabin Tent

Trek Tents 246C Cotton Canvas Cabin Tent – 10 x 14 Feet.
Trek Tents 246C Cotton Canvas Cabin Tent – 10 x 14 Feet.

This is a very tall tent, with 229 cm (90 in) peak height. As its name says, this is a canvas tent and this is why it is here in the list. The official capacity is 9 people, and the floor area is 140 ft² (13 m²). This is a single room design with a steel frame.

You have 3 large windows and they are with mesh and canvas panels so you can close them when you want to preserve the warmth. The tent is suitable for all seasons and for any climate.

Note that this is a rather heavy structure with 64 lb (29 kg), and the packed size of 42 x 14 x 14 inches (107 x 36 x 36 cm) is such that you need lots of space in the car.

Read my review.


25. White Duck Outdoors Alpha Wall Tent 12 x 14

White Duck Outdoors Alpha Wall Tent 12 x 14.
White Duck Outdoors Alpha Wall Tent 12 x 14.

There are many reasons why this tent should be in this list. First of all, it is indeed a canvas tent and only the floor is synthetic. But this is a very specific design, the frame-type tent. This means that the frame is set up completely separately and then you add the tent itself. The frame is very strong aluminum construction.

The tent is a single-room and single-layer structure, and its floor is removable. Note that the tent comes with a ready Stove Jack so you can just add a stove inside and have the heating. So this is a true 4-season tool and it will perform equally well in warm and in cold weather situations. The walls are fully breathable and this is why it has a rather small waterproof rating of 450 mm.

Note also that the tent is heavy and bulky when packed. So the weight is 172 lb (78 kg) and it comes in two separate bags, one is 45 x 14 x 14 inches (114 x 36 x 36 cm) and the other is 49 x 14 x 10 inches (124 x 36 x 25 cm). Please read more in my full review.

Read my review.


26. White Duck Outdoors Avalon Canvas Bell Tent

White Duck Outdoors Avalon Canvas Bell Tent.
White Duck Outdoors Avalon Canvas Bell Tent.

This is a very luxurious tent for family camping and glamping in all seasons. It is equipped with a flapjack for a stovepipe so it is ready for a wood stove and you can use it in a very cold environment. On the other hand, they have built it completely breathable so it is perfect also for a warm environment, note that it has 4 vents as well.

The is a cotton canvas of course and it is waterproof, only the floor is a vinyl material and it is removable, there is a zipper running around. Also, all the windows are 3-layer structures so you have mesh, PVC panels, and canvas panels. The structure is quite heavy and bulky, it weighs 95 lb (43.1 kg) and the packed size is 45 x 15 x 13 inches (114 x 38 x 33 cm). The floor area is around 201 ft² (18.7 m²) and the declared capacity is 8 people, so this is more than enough space for such a number of users. I have included it in my list of extra large family camping tents.

Read my review.


27. White Duck Outdoors Family Explorer Basic 10 x 14 Canvas Camping Tent

White Duck Outdoors Family Explorer Basic 10 x 14 Canvas Camping Tent.
White Duck Outdoors Family Explorer Basic 10 x 14 Canvas Camping Tent.

This is an 8-person tent, a single room design similar to several of the models in the list. But this is a new item on the market so this trend with canvas tents is growing. All is canvas here except for the floor, and they did not do any waterproof coating so the structure is fully breathable.

You have two doors and both are with large mesh windows, plus two separate windows. It is 78 inches (198 cm) tall so the structure is very pleasant. The area is 140 ft² (13 m²) and the tent is heavy, it weighs 86 lb (39 kg). The canvas is silver-coated for heat reflection so it stays cool even in a warm environment. But this is a true 4-season tent. Please follow the link for more.

Read my review.


28. White Duck Outdoors Family Explorer Deluxe 10 x 10 Camping Tent

White Duck Outdoors Family Explorer Deluxe 10 x 10 Camping Tent.
White Duck Outdoors Family Explorer Deluxe 10 x 10 Camping Tent.

This White Duck Explorer Deluxe is an improved version of their Explorer Basic tent shown above. So in this tent, you have additional triangular windows on the side, you can see them in the picture. The total number of windows is 4 plus 2 windows on the doors, so you have views on all sides and a perfect air circulation.

Here again, you have a flex-bow steel roof construction and a canvas tent that is fully breathable while still being waterproof. The dimensions of the tent are in the title and the official capacity is 6 people. The total area is 100 ft² (9.3 m²) and the tent is quite heavy, it weighs 89 lb (40.4 kg) and it is also rather bulky in the packed state, 49 x 14 x 10 inches (124 x 36 x 25 cm). But in spite of that, one person can set it up easily. Please follow the link to find out more.

Read my review.


29. WHITEDUCK Regatta Canvas Bell Tent Premium

WHITEDUCK Regatta Canvas Bell Tent Premium.
WHITEDUCK Regatta Canvas Bell Tent Premium.

This WHITEDUCK Regatta Canvas Bell Tent Premium is a breathable and waterproof 100% cotton canvas tent suitable for all seasons. It comes with a sewn-in floor, an integrated pipe jack visible in the picture, and 3 windows. I have included it in my list of tents with a stove pipe.

The tent is also nicely ventilated with 4 vents, and it is very tall. You have an E-cable port included. It weighs 66 lb (30 kg) and the diameter is 13 ft (400 cm). Officially, this is a 6-person tent and for this you have an area of 132.7 ft² (12.6 m²).

Read my WHITEDUCK Regatta Canvas Bell Tent Premium review.


30. Wildcat Outdoor Gear Premium Family Camping Tent Bobcat 500

Wildcat Outdoor Gear Premium Family Camping Tent Bobcat 500.
Wildcat Outdoor Gear Premium Family Camping Tent Bobcat 500.

This Wildcat Outdoor Gear Premium Family Camping Tent Bobcat 500 is here because of its fabric which is a very durable poly-cotton ripstop canvas. This is a tent with inflatable beams instead of poles so I have included it also on my list of air beam tents, and it comes with 4 separate rooms.

You have two doors and seven solid tinted windows, plus 2 mesh windows. There are 3 huge vents so the tent is nicely ventilated, note also that this is a breathable fabric. Because of all these features, I have included it also on the list of cold weather camping tents.

The picture above shows its huge and removable awning, so in very windy conditions you can have the tent in its more compact form. You have an E-cable port and a total area of 202 ft² (18.8 m²), so it deserves to be included in my list of extra large family camping tents.

Read my Wildcat Outdoor Gear Premium Family Camping Tent Bobcat 500 review.


31. Wildcat Outdoor Gear Lynx 640 Air Inflatable Camping Tent

Wildcat Outdoor Gear Lynx 640 Air Inflatable Camping Tent.
Wildcat Outdoor Gear Lynx 640 Air Inflatable Camping Tent.

This tent is here because of its fabric. So this is a canvas tent built from a top-quality blend of cotton and polyester, a rip-stop material. This is also a tent with air beams instead of classical poles, and it is added to my list of best inflatable tents.

You have 4 rooms, and those include a large living room, plus two sleeping rooms, plus a very specific side room visible in the picture above. It also has a protected porch.

As for the capacity, it can easily accommodate 4 to 10 people. But the distribution and the sizes of the rooms are such that in my view it is best suited as a tent for 7 people.

As for the numbers, the area is 207 ft² (19.2 m²) so this tent is included also to my list of extra large tents. Note it is heavy with its 108 lb (49 kg), but this is a huge canvas tent and this is normal.

Read my Wildcat Outdoor Gear Lynx 640 Air Inflatable Camping Tent review.


Final thoughts & Editor’s Choice tent

So this was my list of the best canvas tents for camping that you can currently find on the market, all top-notch products from renown and reliable brands. The list will be updated regularly as I find new good tents on the market, so bookmark this page and come back from time to time.

Editor’s Choice

Kodiak Canvas Flex-Bow Deluxe 8-Person Tent

$549.99
Kodiak Canvas Flex-Bow Deluxe 8-Person Tent
8

Area per person

8.0/10

Packed size

6.4/10

Ease of use

8.0/10

Comfort & features

9.5/10

Pros

  • Top-quality craftsmanship.
  • Very sturdy construction.
  • Breathable materials.
  • Vents are available.
  • Vintage look.
  • Great warranty conditions.

Cons

  • Heavy.
  • Expensive.
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Thank you for reading, please let me know if you think I have missed a good tent, or if you have any question or comment. There is a comment box below.


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Comments

  1. Paul says

    March 16, 2020 at 12:58 pm

    Hi. Thanks for the canvas tent list. I love the Springbar style so I like to see your other recommendations. I’ll explore further. Cheers.

    Reply
    • JV says

      March 16, 2020 at 1:38 pm

      Hi Paul, great to hear from you. All the best and thank you.

      Reply
  2. Jordan Bledsoe says

    January 23, 2020 at 3:21 pm

    Hello!

    I’m reaching out on behalf of Elk Mountain Tents. We really like your reviews and were wondering if you could review one or some of our tents?

    We are also on Amazon.

    Please reach out for more details. Thanks!

    Reply
    • JV says

      January 23, 2020 at 5:30 pm

      Hi Jordan, I visited your site and I see that you have great tents there. But I do not have access to them, I am in the EU now.

      Reply
  3. Uganda Safari trip says

    August 22, 2019 at 9:36 am

    These are amazing thank you for the list.

    Reply
    • JV says

      August 22, 2019 at 9:40 am

      Thank you Carlos, great to hear from you. All the best and success to your safari trips.

      Reply
  4. Sandy says

    August 17, 2019 at 7:14 pm

    Could you guide me to a good quality tent that keeps you dry in the rain. I want a tent I can stand up in and sleeps about 4-6 people.

    Reply
    • JV says

      August 18, 2019 at 9:29 am

      Hi Sandy, I am not sure what type of tent you want (tunnel, dome, cabin) and for what climate (warm weather, cooler weather, dry, wet). When you say 4-6 people is it just by the number of pads you can put on the floor, or you mean for family camping with living area and separate sleeping areas. Above all, tell me your maximum budget. Then I shall be able to suggest something appropriate. Note that there are hundreds of tents here. Do you want a canvas tent or synthetic?

      But here are some guidelines:

      i) Go for a full-coverage fly tent if this is about area with lots of rain.
      ii) Choose an enclosed design preferably with PVC windows if this is a cooler environment. In this case check my list with tents for cold weather camping.

      Reply
  5. Miklós Márkus says

    July 4, 2019 at 2:45 pm

    Great info site! Very helpful, thanks!
    Could you recommend us a breathable (canvas?) tent for mostly summer riverside use (rain or wind possible, cold weather not an issue but hot weather is), family w/ 2 children, preferably separate sleeping rooms for parents and children, some space for gear (also protected from ground by some floor here, too), relatively not too heavy (say possibly max. 30 kg) and easy to pitch (changing campsite every 1 or 2 days).
    This is all :-))
    Thanks a lot!

    Reply
    • JV says

      July 4, 2019 at 4:18 pm

      Hi Miklos, it may be difficult to find a tent that would satisfy the criteria you want. The reason is that canvas tents are almost always single room constructions. But there is one great option, the Jet Tent F25DX 10 Person Camping Tent though the question is if it is available at your location. So follow the link and try. But it is heavier that what you want.

      Yet another great (the best possible) option is this Crua Loj 6, the problem is that for some reasons it is not available on Amazon right now. I asked them some time ago and they say it will be available again. But note that this is a very heavy construction.

      Let me know if you would go for some other type. Check for example this impressive Robens Cabin 600 Adventure 6 Man Tunnel Tent. This is not canvas but you have plenty of venting options.

      Reply
  6. Laura says

    June 13, 2019 at 6:26 pm

    Do any of these have hinged doors? thanks!

    Reply
    • JV says

      June 13, 2019 at 6:58 pm

      Hi Laura, no there is no a canvas tent known to me with a hinged door. I have a separate list of tents with hinged door, please have a look. Let me know if I can help more.

      Reply
  7. Lisa says

    May 3, 2019 at 3:37 am

    Great information
    Of these canvas tents, which would you recommend for high winds? I really like the look of bell shape tents but am concerned about wind.

    Reply
    • JV says

      May 3, 2019 at 9:00 am

      The Robens Klondike comes with the declared wind testing for speeds of up to 168 km/h, so this should be one of the best options. On the other hand, the Bushtec Adventure Alpha Kilo 4000 is an aerodynamic structure which should also perform great. The Crua Loj 6 is also a steel and reliable structure but as I see it is currently not available.

      Reply
  8. Damon says

    April 28, 2019 at 4:10 pm

    Whoa, there is a lot of information here. Thanks for putting this together. Can you show the viewers what a cot looks like in some of these? And does the circle shape of the bell tents inhibit the usability?

    Reply
    • JV says

      April 28, 2019 at 5:40 pm

      Hi Damon, thank you for the kind words. Please check for cots here, you will find them in all sizes and types.

      As for the rectangular cot’s shape and the circular tent’s shape, yes these two do not go well, but in fact, these tents are also polygonal shape, usually octagon or decagon or something similar. So there may be space between a cot and the wall but you can always store your gear in that area.

      Reply

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