The Best 8 Person Tents for Group Camping Outdoors

When you’re camping in groups of up to eight people, having the right camping tent matters. You need something that shelters everyone and their belongings so you won’t need a bunch of smaller tents. 

Fortunately, there are plenty of 8 person tents to choose from. But because they all come with their own benefits, it can be challenging to know which one to choose.

That’s why — after plenty of research — we’ve selected the Wenzel Klondike Tent as our best 8 person tent overall. 

Keep reading for a closer look at our top pick, and see what other tents we also loved below. Also, don’t forget about our complete buyer’s guide near the end.

Best 8 Person Tents Reviewed

A good 8 person tent should give everyone the space and protection they need. That’s why all of these entries provide everything from multiple rooms and extra storage space to lots of weather protection.

Whether you’re camping in rain, snow, or the middle of summer, the whole group can stay comfortable inside one large tent.

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1. Wenzel Klondike 8 Person Tent

Specs:

• Weight: 27.3 lbs.
• Floor Dimensions: 16’ x 11’
• Capacity: 8 Person
• Peak Height: 6’6”
• Best For: Spring and summer camping, family camping, multi-day hiking trips

As our best 8 person tent, the Wenzel Klondike Tent has everything you’ll need for your upcoming camping trip. Its spacious design and ample ventilation make it the perfect choice for warm weather camping. 

This polyester tent features a mesh roof and front screen room with large mesh windows and double doors, all with zip-up screens. And it’s all held up with fiberglass tent poles, steel pegs, and several different guy lines that can also be used for the vents.

Once you set the whole thing up, the Klondike already has two separate rooms — the main front screen room that you can use as an extra sleeping area. In total, the back room can fit up to five people, while the front room fits up to three.

While this tent already provides plenty of air flow, there are also additional ground vents located at the back. And with all that mesh surrounding you, your group can comfortably enjoy the outdoors without worrying about bugs.

As an added bonus, it’s available in three different colorways — blue, green, or grey/taupe. But no matter which color you choose, you’ll still have a perfect 8 person tent for family camping trips in the spring or summer. 

However, we do recommend that you check the weather forecasts before you go camping. Its cabin shaped design is great for providing space but doesn’t work well in extreme rain and wind.

Pros

• Easy to set up
• Highly ventilated
• Super spacious
• Convertible design
• Large front screen room

Cons

• Not for severe storms

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2. Coleman Montana 8 Person Tent

Specs:

• Weight: 24.5 lbs.
• Floor Dimensions: 16’ x 7’
• Capacity: 8 Person
• Peak Height: 6’2”
• Best For: Extended hiking trips, spring and autumn camping, beginner campers

Depending on their size, many group camping tents can cost you as much as $500. But the Coleman Montana is one of the more budget-friendly 8 person tents you’ll find. Yet it still has all of the same high-quality weatherproofing features you’d expect from its premium counterparts.

Like many Coleman tents, it utilizes the brand’s WeatherTec system to protect you against possible storms.

The coated polyester fabric features inverted seams and zipper cuffs to prevent leaks. The fiberglass frame and strong guy lines allow it to hold up well against heavy winds.

Furthermore, its mesh windows are angled down to provide decent ventilation without taking away from its soundproofing qualities. And the bathtub style floor is specially welded to protect you and all your gear even in heavy rain.

Instead of a standard zippered flap, it has two D-shaped hinged doors — one in front and one in back — for easier access. The tent fly also creates a front awning, and a mat so you can safely take your shoes off before entering the tent.

The interior space is large enough to fit three queen sized air mattresses. Yet there are very few storage compartments inside minus some pouches and an electrical port. While it also comes in blue and black, the light green/white colorway can deflect the sun’s rays to keep the inside cool.

Despite its mesh ceiling, the rain fly and lack of windows might cut down on the tent’s overall ventilation. So we say this tent is better fit for spring, autumn, and slightly cooler rainy days.

Pros

• Easy to set up
• Lightweight
• Angled windows
• Reasonable price tag
• Water-resistant

Cons

• Limited inside storage
• Lacks overall ventilation

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3. Eureka Copper Canyon LX 8 Person Tent

Specs:

• Weight: 33.5 lbs.
• Floor Dimensions: 13’ x 10’
• Capacity: 8 Person
• Peak Height: 7’
• Best For: Family and group trips, beginner campers, multi-day hiking trips, summer camping

The Eureka Copper Canyon LX embodies everything that campers love about cabin tents. Although it doesn’t have as much floor space as the other entries on this list, its straight-wall design and extra headroom make it feel extra roomy.

The main tent, rain fly, and tent floor are all made with breathable yet waterproof polyester taffeta. Its steel and fiberglass tent poles hold everything up and work with the tent’s pole sleeves to provide a fast and easy setup.

Part of the rain fly extends over the front door to form a small awning — shielding you from the rain as you prepare to step into the tent. When you add an outdoor mat, it’s also a convenient space for you to put on or remove your shoes.

This tent comes with a removable room divider so you can create two separate rooms. There are also four large mesh windows and two D-shaped hinged doors to accommodate each space and promote better ventilation. 

Inside you’ll find six storage pockets, along with two gear lofts and a zippered e-powerport. This way you can conveniently store all your necessities and power everything from your phone charger to an electric lantern.

Considering all that this tent has going for it, our only recommendation is to be careful handling the fiberglass tent poles when setting everything up.

Pros

• Easy set-up
• Plenty of headroom
• Highly breathable
• Can create two rooms
• Two separate doors

Cons

• Not a lot of floor space
• Uses fiberglass poles

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4. Coleman 8 Person Instant Family Tent

Specs:

• Weight: 39 lbs.
• Floor Dimensions: 14’ x 10’
• Capacity: 8 Person
• Peak Height: 6’7”
• Best For: Extended hiking trips, family camping

Some people find the act of pitching a tent so tedious or challenging that it keeps them away from camping altogether. Fortunately, Coleman’s Instant Tent can be set up in as little as one minute. 

This cabin tent makes excellent use of Coleman’s WeatherTec system with inverted seams, welded corners, and a bathtub style floor for extra weather protection. When combined with the double-layered polyguard fabric and integrated rain fly, you’ve got an incredibly waterproof tent.

The rain fly never touches the tent when it’s attached, giving you improved air flow thanks to the mesh roof underneath. And when the weather clears up, you can remove it for an excellent view of the night sky.

All the doors and windows are made with mesh and included zippered panels — a bit of dark room technology — for light control. Once inside, you’ll see that it can fit at least two queen sized air mattresses. There’s even a room divider to help you create two separate spaces.

This tent is available in black, blue, and brown — although we suggest  blue as its light coloring can better deflect the sun’s rays. Regardless, it’s an excellent choice for group hiking trips or beginner campers who don’t want to struggle with pitching their tent.

Although many reviewers say that it doesn’t have as much storage space as an 8 person tent should. So make sure everyone is only bringing what they’ll need for your group trip.

Pros

• Fast and easy set-up
• Reasonably priced
• Freestanding design
• Lots of ventilation
• Decent floor space

Cons

• Not for severe storms
• Lacks sufficient storage

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5. Coleman Red Canyon 8 Person Tent

Specs:

• Weight: 22.4 lbs.
• Floor Dimensions: 17’ x 10’
• Capacity: 8 Person
• Peak Height: 6’
• Best For: Family camping, outdoor events, multi-day hiking trips, beginner campers

Most campers rely on cabin style tents to give them the extra space they need. So they’re pleasantly surprised when they see what Coleman’s Red Canyon tent has to offer. With floor dimensions at 17 feet long and 10 feet wide, this dome tent provides you with lots of room.

The Red Canyon also uses the WeatherTec design — complete with inverted seams and a welded floor to keep you dry. And its pre-attached, shock-corded poles help you pitch it in as little as five minutes.

This massive tent has adjustable ventilation in the form of floor vents that you can hold open with rope and tent stakes. And when the weather clears up, you can remove the rainfly to get more fresh air and admire the sky above while staying protected from bugs.

Its other standout features are the two room dividers that help you create three different spaces. And if you decide that this is the tent for you, then you also get to choose between red, black, or blue.

It is the shortest tent on our list with a peak height of only six feet, so it won’t work if you have taller people in your group. And despite its size, there’s very little space for storing gear except for a couple of mesh pockets

Pros

• Very spacious
• Affordable price tag
• Adjustable ventilation
• Durable fabrics
• Lot of ventilation

Cons

• Less headroom
• Very little storage space

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6. Coleman Tenaya Lake 8 Person Tent

Specs:

• Weight: 32 lbs.
• Floor Dimensions: 13’ x 9’
• Capacity: 8 Person
• Peak Height: 6’8”
• Best For: Three season camping, beginner campers, basic multi-day hikes

The fourth Coleman tent on our list — the Tenaya Lake Cabin — might also be the smallest, but it also comes with a surprising benefit. It features a large built-in closet space so you can store clothes, bags, shoes, hiking poles, and other gear.

Once again, the brand’s WeatherTec design creates a highly weatherproof tent thanks to its welded floor and inverted seams. And the fast-pitch system includes pre-attached color-coded poles so you can set the whole thing up in less than 10 minutes.

The front of the tent features a D-shaped hinged door for easier access — although it being the only door does take away some of the convenience. Both it and all the windows are made with a breathable no-see-um mesh.

Its inside space can fit as many as two queen air beds and includes a room divider to create separate spaces. And along with the full -sized closet — that features removable mesh shelves — there are also several mesh pockets along the walls.

You also get to choose between blue and teal when purchasing this tent — two bright colors to perfectly match all the summer fun you’ll have.

Despite its lighter weight, many reviewers say the Tenaya Lake feels heavier than expected. And as with other tents that have fiberglass poles, please remember to be careful when setting this one up.

Pros

• Easy to set up
• Features a hinged door
• Lots of ventilation
• Comes with closet space
• Reasonably priced

Cons

• Has only one door
• Feels heavier than expected
• Flimsy fiberglass poles

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7. White Duck Regatta Canvas Bell Tent 16’

• Weight: 90 lbs.
• Floor Dimensions: 16’5” Diameter
• Capacity: 8 Person
• Peak Height: 9’8”
• Best For: Four season camping, glamping, outdoor events, extended camping trips

White Duck makes sure that each canvas tent they create comes in multiple sizes — letting them accommodate different amounts of people. But their 16-foot model is great for when you and your 8 person group want a more comfortable camping experience. 

Like the rest of their models, it uses 100 percent cotton canvas for its tent fabric. that’s breathable during the summer and protective in the winter.

Instead of fiberglass or aluminum, it’s held up with a series of galvanized steel poles, tent pegs, and UV reflective guy ropes.

This canvas tent is designed to be waterproof, UV-blocking, and temperature-regulating for all four seasons. There’s even a fire-retardant version for additional safety measures against potential accidents.

The tent’s 16-foot five-inch diameter gives it plenty of space to fit eight sleeping bags. And the mesh door and windows work with the four roof vents to give you proper air flow and prevent condensation build-up.

And as an added bonus, it includes a built-in stove jack so you can easily cook hot meals. You also get to choose between beige, brown, and olive green colors to match the natural environments around you.

While the Regatta is way too heavy for hiking, it’s still one of the best tents for when you want to enjoy the outdoors in a space that feels a little more like home. There’s no room divider included, however, so make sure everyone in your group is okay with sharing the same space.

Pros

• High-quality materials
• Very breathable
• Water and wind resistant
• Fire resistant option
• Great for all four seasons

Cons

• Expensive
• Heavy
• No room divider

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8. Browning Camping Big Horn 8 Person Cabin Tent

Specs:

• Weight: 34.7 lbs.
• Floor Dimensions: 15 x 10
• Capacity: 8 Person
• Peak Height: 7’3”
• Best For: Family trips, summer camping, tall campers

Browning’s Big Horn tent comes in many different sizes, but the 8 person, two room design has become one of its most popular. Not only does it have plenty of space for you and your group — like all cabin style tents — but at seven foot three inches tall it also offers tons of headroom.

The Big Horn is a freestanding tent that you don’t have to tie down unless it’s very windy or stormy. It’s made using fiberglass poles and different types of polyester fabric, including UV blocking technology for the rain fly and waterproof oxford for the floor.

Its rain fly is also factory-sealed for enhanced weather protection, yet it doesn’t take away from the amount of airflow this tent provides. There are even zippered-screens on each of the windows so you can control how much light is let into the tent.

There are two doors with large zippers to give you easier access. And there are several mesh pockets on the tent walls — and on the room divider — for convenient storage.

As for the tent color, you can choose between khaki and charcoal.

There are only two major downsides to this tent —  it’s not built for severe winds, and there’s no electrical port included. So we suggest checking the weather report and bringing wireless chargers and battery-operated devices on your trip.

Pros

• Well-ventilated
• Lots of headroom
• Durable fabrics
• Plenty of inside space
• Freestanding design

Cons

• No electrical port
• Not for severe winds

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9. Marmot Lair 8 Person Tent

Specs:

• Weight: 26 lbs.
• Floor Dimensions: 13’ Diameter
• Capacity: 8 Person
• Peak Height: 8’
• Best For: Winter camping, snow camping, winter hiking

Don’t save all your outdoor adventures for the summer months. With the right equipment, winter camping can be just as fun. And the Marmot Lair is both a great 8 person tent and an excellent choice for group snow camping.

Both the inner tent and full-coverage rain fly are made with 100 percent nylon ripstop and PU/silicone coating for a 1800mm waterproof rating. The frame includes 10 DAC aluminum poles for enhanced durability in harsh conditions, ensuring it holds up during snow storms.

While the removable floor uses the same fabrics and protective coating as the rest of the tent, it has an extra layer for a higher waterproof rating of 5000mm. Its design also makes for easier pitching on snowy or rocky grounds, and the built-in snow skirt further keeps the elements out.

While most winter tents have low ceilings to contain everyone’s body heat, this dome tent is eight feet tall at its highest peak. Yet its double wall design, lack of mesh fabric, and sealed seams are enough to keep everyone warm.

There are two doors included for more convenience. And, like most winter tents, the fly also creates a large vestibule in the front, giving you a safe place to store your larger camping gear.

Despite its lack of mesh windows, there are other climate-controlling features present. This includes several roof vents and light-reflective sections to keep the inside from getting too uncomfortable.

Aside from the price, the only major drawback with this tent is that it doesn’t come with a room divider. So make sure ahead of time that everyone is okay with the lack of privacy.

Pros

• Spacious
• Lightweight
• Lots of head room
• High quality materials
• Perfect for winter weather

Cons

• Expensive
• No room divider
• No windows

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How to Pick the Best 8 Person Tent

When purchasing an 8 person tent, there’s a lot of things you’ll need to keep in mind. We’ve compiled a list of the most important qualities to look out for to make your buying experience easier.

Your Camping Destination and Activities

Before you pick out your camping tent, you need to consider every aspect of your planned trip.

Who’s coming with you?

Where are you going?

How will you get there?

What’s your preferred camping season?

How long do you plan on being gone?

And what kinds of activities do you want to do?

The sooner you can answer all of the questions, the sooner you’ll be able to narrow down your list of possible 8 person tents. 

Shape and Size

You might have noticed that all the tents on this list are either cabin or dome shaped. And while either one could work for your group, each has its own set of benefits. 

Cabin tents have straighter walls and more headroom, making them more spacious and a better fit for larger groups.

On the other hand, dome tents are designed with weatherproofing in mind. The rounded roof keeps rain or snow from caving it in and also makes it more wind-resistant.

No matter which one you choose, make sure your 8 person tent can fit eight sleeping bags — or two queen air mattresses — plus your necessary equipment.

Ease of Setup

While 8 person tents are more convenient for groups, they usually take longer to set up than smaller tents. Still, they shouldn’t be so difficult that they require more than an hour of work.

If you’re new to camping, on a hiking trip, or going with family, then an instant tent will be your best option. They typically take no longer than 10 minutes and as little as one to you can get right to enjoying 

And although each tent comes with its own carry bag, make sure it’s still light and easy enough to transport to your camping site — especially if you’re going on multi-day hikes. 

Weather Protection and Durability

Your tent should be strong enough to protect you and your group from anything that might come your way. This includes rain, heavy winds, direct sunlight, and even snow if you’re camping out during the winter.

Because most camping tents have mesh roofs for enhanced ventilation, they also come with a rain fly to keep the inside space dry. Some even form an awning over the front door to shield you as you step inside.

Remember that the tent’s shape also plays a role in its overall strength. A cabin style tent is great for space but doesn’t always hold up well in extreme weather, whereas a dome tent is usually more weather-resistant.

Of course, there’s one other quality you’ll need to consider…

Materials

A tent’s weatherproofing and durability depend almost entirely on the materials it’s made from. 

Nylon tents are typically less durable than polyester, which is made to be more tear-resistant. Coleman in particular uses a weather armor polyester fabric that’s also double-layered, which adds to its overall rain and wind resistance.

Part of the reason why canvas tents are so valuable is because their design and materials let you camp out in all four seasons.

The tent fabric is thick enough to keep you warm in the winter, yet it also provides enough airflow to be comfortable in the summer.

Most budget tents rely on inexpensive and lightweight fiberglass poles, which are known to break easily. If you’re looking for a sturdier model that holds up against constant use and harsh weather, then choose one with either aluminum or steel poles. 

Price

A good 8 person tent doesn’t have to be expensive. However, it also shouldn’t be so cheap that it falls apart during its first use. While you don’t have to blow your budget, remember that you’ll often get what you pay for.

Anywhere between $200 and $300 is usually a good price range when buying your group tent. But depending on what other features you want, you should expect to pay a little extra.

When buying your tent, always read the online reviews for each online listing and see what buyers are saying about the quality.

If you do go with a higher-priced model, see if the website offers a payment plan to make things easier.

Extra Features

While your 8 person tent doesn’t exactly have to be a luxury tent, having some additional features might make your trip a little bit easier.

The tent should automatically come with things like storage pockets, a gear loft, and a port for an electrical cord.

Other things to consider include zip-up panels for room-darkening and a ceiling ring where you can hang a lantern. 

One of the best features your tent could have is a large front screen room or vestibule that serves a number of different functions.

It could be extra storage for your equipment, a safe space for your dog to rest, or an extra sleeping space if it’s a screen room.

Our Verdict

When planning a camping trip with your family or friends, consider our best 8 person tent overall — the Wenzel Klondike 8.

It’s already a great multi room tent on its own, thanks to the front screen room. But its dimensions, airflow, and versatile design make it perfect for enjoying the outdoors throughout most of the year.

However, there are plenty of other great tents made just for your trip. No matter where or when you like to camp, you can always find the right tent for your group adventures.