Timber Ridge 8-Man Log Cabin Tent is a very tall freestanding framed structure for summer camping, with 4 large windows and a mesh porch.
Key features
- Framed tent.
- Steel poles.
- Cabin type.
- Freestanding.
- Very tall tent.
- Screen porch.
What is in the name
The Log Cabin words in the name should be obvious when you see the picture. This is a cabin-style tent and fully freestanding of a particular type with the frame which is freestanding itself, see the picture below. So you set up the frame and attach the tent to it, this is typically described as framed tents, yet another example of that type is also Barebones Outfitter Tent.
This is a tent with a peak height of 86 inches (218 cm). The tent looks like a 2-room design with the inner area and the screened porch. However, the porch is with mesh only and the only protection it has is from the fly which extends over it. I have included it in my list of tents with screen room.
There are four large windows on all sides, with mesh and panels that are equipped with zippers so you can set them at any position for protection and privacy. The large entry on the porch is with an inverted T-shaped zipper, this is visible in the picture above.
Inside, you have mesh pouches in every corner, though they are high under the ceiling and not so easy to use. The fly is minimal and it covers the ceiling only, you have 800 mm PU waterproof coatings here and the seams are sealed. The floor is a bathtub style and you have vents above the floor for ventilation. They do not provide any information about the waterproof rating for the floor and the walls.
The tent comes with a full set of stakes so do not miss to stake it properly although it looks so stable and self-supporting. As for the setup time, it will all depend on how familiar you are with the construction and how many people are helping you. But this is not a quick setup tent, and if this is what you need please check my list with best instant tents for camping.
Who is it for
Space-wise, the declared capacity is 8 people. But when you see its dimensions, in particular the inner area which is only 108 ft² (10 m²) you realize that this gives 13.5 ft² (1.25 m²). So the declared capacity makes no sense, this is a tent for up to 4 people. There is a porch of course with the size of 48 ft² (4.4 m²) but this is not protected from rain and you cannot store things in it.
Though it is fair to say that you can indeed set 8 sleeping pads on the floor so 8 people can have a shelter here. But you can save lots of space by using bunk cots, and you will still have plenty of space underneath such cots to store your camp gear.
Seasons-wise and climate-wise, this is a tent for warm-weather camping. The roof is all mesh which is surely good for ventilation and perfect for warm areas, but this is not a structure for a cold climate.
The tent is tall and the frame is strong yet this is everything but an aerodynamic structure, so I would not use it in areas with lots of winds. Use it in a calm area and you will enjoy it.
The waterproof rating for the fly is very low, and this is a minimal fly that only covers the roof, so again, it is best to avoid areas with lots of rain.
Weight-wise, with its 47 lb (21.3 kg) of weight, this is a heavy item and you would not want to carry it anywhere. The packed size 34 x 12 x 12 inches (86 x 31 x 31 cm) is such that you need a car for transportation. But its carry bag is with two wheels on the bottom and with handles on both sides, so you can drag it or it can be carried short distances by two people.
Specifications
- Type: framed tent cabin style, freestanding.
- Capacity: 8 people.
- Weight: 47 lb (21.3 kg).
- Dimensions: 13 x 12 ft (396 x 366 cm).
- Inner dimensions: 12 x 9 ft (366 x 274 cm).
- Inner area: 108 ft² (10 m²).
- Inner area per person: 13.5 ft² (1.25 m²).
- Porch dimensions: 12 x 4 ft (366 x 122 cm).
- Porch area: 48 ft² (4.4 m²).
- Peak height: 86 in (218 cm).
- Packed size: 34 x 12 x 12 in (86 x 31 x 31 cm).
- Poles: steel.
Timber Ridge Log Cabin Tent vs Competitors
I already mentioned competitors, so here are two of them, very popular tents built in a similar style. This Log Cabin tent is clearly much heavier, it offers less floor area, but it is taller and it looks great. Please follow the links for more.
Weight, lb (kg)
Floor size, sq ft (sq m)
Peak height, in (cm)
Packed size, in (cm)
Doors
Freestanding
Instant
Timber Ridge
Log Cabin 8
47 (21.3)
108 (10)
86 (218)
34 x 12
(86 x 31)
1
yes
no
Browning Camping
Big Horn 8
34.69 (15.73)
150 (13.9)
87 (221)
30 x 12
(76 x 30)
2
yes
no
Eureka Copper
Canyon 8
34.12 (15.48)
130 (12)
84 (213)
28 x 10
(71 x 25)
2
yes
no
Final thoughts
In the summary of this Timber Ridge 8-Man Log Cabin Tent review, I would stress again that the colors and the design of this tent are quite unique. The tent is pleasant and very livable, most suitable for calm weather and for summer camping.
The tent is a bit pricey and there are more affordable options on the market, but this is a really tall tent and the design is cool, and it has received a very high rating by Amazon customers. Now, my rating is quite different but I use several criteria and I use them consistently for all tents here in the site, so you can compare easily.
Timber Ridge 8-Man Log Cabin Tent
Pros
- Cool design and colors.
- Very pleasant and livable.
- Huge windows.
- Very strong frame.
Cons
- Heavy.
- Expensive.
If you want something lighter and with easier setup, check their dome-style Timber Ridge 8 Person Family Camping Tent. You might also want to compare this tent with yet another interesting screen room tent, the Gazelle T4 Plus Hub Tent with Screen Room. Check this Slumberjack Overland 8 Person Tent if you want something in the tunnel-style.
Thank you for reading. Please use the comment box below in the case of questions and comments. Have a nice day.
This is horrible news because I ordered one off Facebook just yesterday! I am in contact with PayPal as soon as I post this! Thank you! Kelly
It appears that somebody is running ads on Facebook and other places offering the tent for a ridiculous price. It is a good idea to deal with trusted sellers.
I ordered this tent through an ad on FB over a month ago and my bank statement showed the $89 withdrawn but the tent (supposedly to be sent within 3 weeks never came). I’m trying to get my money back but as of yet, nothing. Very disappointed and the true makers of this log cabin tent should have by now looked into this scam and not let Timber Ridge’s good name be involved. I have a feeling many people have had this happen to them within the last month and a half.
Hi Karen, it is sad to hear this happening. Timber Ridge is a respected brand, this is not good for their name too, but I guess there is nothing they could do. The Internet is a very useful thing but it clearly has some bad sides as well. There must be some services at the national level that should deal with such online fraud.
Same thing happened to me ordered it for $89 on a internet add. Money was taken out of my account and but never received the tent. Only a cheap necklace. I tried to dispute it with PayPal, but they don’t even show that I ordered it. I got scammed and so did a friend of mine, who also ordered it.
Hi Michele, so bad to hear this. It was clearly a scam, you cannot have such a tent for $89. To make things clear, you did not order it through my site’s links.
I bought this tent for 89.99 on April 4th and haven’t received a notice of shipment just took money and never heard anything else. It was off Facebook and I’ve seen 6 websites with the same info and from 19.99 to 89.99 in price. It seems like a scam. It was thru persimmon.com
If I understand correctly, you ordered it by following some link on Facebook. Something is wrong with the site you mentioned. When I use it, I am redirected to something else. So this looks like a scam. Pity for you and for the brand itself. All I can do is to leave your comment here so that readers see it, this might help them to avoid such traps. Many people are interested in this tent and it seems that scammers have noticed this.
I purchased this tent and I have no confirmation or email that I purchased it and the money was already taken out of my account a month ago and I have not received anything yet. I’m really hoping this was not a scam
Hi Cathy, if this was through Amazon, there are ways to get in touch with them. can you say more, who was the seller?
Bought one a few years back for around $275, now Northern Tool is the only place that sells them and wants $419. That’s a pretty big jump. The fly will not last long and becomes almost brittle after a couple years. I found a 14’x14′ tarp that I use over it and it has been good since then. Did have some poles bend also, but all and all I would by it again for for a more reasonable price. Looks like the green Ozark trail version is the same tent without the log style look and only $255. Any reviews on that? Thank you
Hi Erik, many people were asking about the Timber Ridge 8 Man Log Cabin Tent, and the only place where it is available is the one you mentioned. I guess the price is high because it is not available anywhere else and they know this.
I am not sure which of the Ozark Trail tents you are referring to, there are many of them here in the site, see in this link.
I ordered 2 and the money was taken and have received them a month ago so im reporting a scam and get you off the air
Hi Michael, let’s be fair, you did not order it through the links here in the site. It would be appropriate that you come back and make this clear. I do not understand what you mean by “get you off the air”.
But if you ordered it through the Amazon or Walmart links here, then it is up to you and them. In any case, make the things clear so that other people know.
HOW much in cdn money?
Hi Sylvie, I am not selling the tent. Please follow the Amazon link and it should redirect you to your regional Amazon store.
I want one. Amazon is out of stock? Where can I buy? Thank you!
I just checked for you, it is not available at big online sellers. This happens occasionally, but it should be back.
Good day,
Could you provide the following information please.
Amount shopping in Canada
Amount in Cdn
All together how much it would cost,.
Lovely tent ⛺️
Thank you
Okay tha thank you
I replied in your other comment.