10 Best Ultralight Tents For Backpacking Kids [2025]
Finding the best ultralight tents for backpacking kids can be a challenging task, especially with the myriad of options available on the market. To simplify this process, we carefully shortlisted 10 top-rated products based on factors such as weight, durability, ease of setup, and kid-friendly features. Our curated list not only highlights the best choices for your family’s adventures but also saves you time and hassle, allowing you to focus on creating unforgettable outdoor memories with your little ones.
Top 10 Best Ultralight Tents For Backpacking Kids In The Market
Best Ultralight Tents For Backpacking Kids Review
SaleBestseller No. 1
Clostnature Polaris Lightweight Backpacking Tent - 2 Person Ultralight Waterproof Camping Tent, 3 Season Large Size Easy Setup Tent for Family, Outdoor, Hiking and Mountaineering
- WATERPROOF & LONG-LASTING: Polyester rain fly & groundsheet & bathtub with PU 5000 coating is firmer than you expected. Weatherproof material with factory-sealed seams keeps you dry and comfortable in all season&all weather condition! Better material but more affordable! You really need an appropriate lightweight 2 person tent for backpacking!
- LARGE SIZE & LIGHTWEIGHT: Ultralight 2 person tent! Tent's size 7'3''x 4'11''x 3'10''(220x150x115 cm). Weighing just 5.29lbs (2.4 kg) total, or 4.52 lbs (2.05 kg) at minimum trail weight (fly, inner tent, poles only), greatly reducing your load. The compact 16.5''x5.9''x5.9'' (42x15x15 cm) packed size slips easily into backpacks, making it ideal for family hikes, boy scout trips, or adventures with your furry friend
- QUICK SETUP & COMPACT: Freestanding and two Aluminum poles designed for lightweight hiking tent's fast pitching. Easily set up by one person with no experience. This ultralight backpacking tent is compact and portable, and also great for Hiking, Bikepacking, Kayaking, Mountaineering, Fishing, or Car Camping
- EXTRAORDINARY DESIGN: The interior entire mesh walls are designed to offer great ventilation, this ultralight hiking tent has 2 D-shaped doors and 2 vestibules on the side design provide convenient enter&out and extra storage for your backpack or shoes
- WHAT YOU GET: 1 x carry bag,1 x inner tent,1 x flysheet,2 x Aluminum poles,4 x ropes,14 x Aluminum stakes,1 x pole emergency repair kit(can be used for damaged tent poles). Every product you purchase has one-year guarantee for material and workmanship defects. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact our customer support team
Bestseller No. 2
Night Cat Backpacking Tent for One 1 to 2 Persons Lightweight Waterproof Camping Hiking Tent for Adults Kids Scouts Easy Setup Single Layer 2.2x1.2m
- 【Protect Your Hands】 Night Cat backpacking tent (ZP-10) uses the upgraded fiberglass pole that is fully covered with PROTECTION CASE. Comparing the traditional fiberglass pole under single layer only, the double layer design can protect your hands when assembling to avoid the tiny scrap inserting your hands
- 【Fits One Person Nicely】Inner size: 7.0*3.8*3.6ft. The camping tent fits for 1 person perfectly with enough storage space for accessories like backpack, clothing, footwear, etc. Or 1 adult and 1 child are still capable to sleeping together
- 【Lightweight & Compact】 Weight: 2kg (4.4lb), package size is quite compact, 42*12*12cm(16.5*4.7*4.7in) thanks to the foldable poles. Ideal dome tent for camping,backpacking, motorcycling, biking, hiking. Nice gift idea for boy scouts tent, teens, kids playing at home or backyard
- 【Heavy Rainproof & Great Ventilation】The rainproof polyester fabric PU 3000mm, every inseam and stitching must seal with enhanced waterproof tape, ensures this 1 person tent is heavy rainproof even in the storm. Big opening mesh door and mesh window on roof can lead fresh air flow smoothly while keeping the fly bugs out
- 【Easy Setup & Take Down 】Two fiberglass tent poles are inserted into the diagonal sleeves manually will take 1 to 2 minutes to finish the whole setup. To take down and storage the single person tent is also simple and fast
Bestseller No. 3
Yuzonc Double Camping Sleeping Pad, Self Inflating 4" Extra-Thick Foot Press Ultralight 2 Person Camping Mat with Pillow for Camping Hiking Traveling Backpacking Tent-Orange
- 【4" EXTRA-THICK DOUBLE CAMPING PAD】- Self-inflating pad is up to 80.7"*53.2" when inflated, big enough for 2 people. 4" thickness keeps your body off the ground and ensures maximum comfort and warmth while sleeping outdoors. The air cells disperse pressure points, whether lying flat or on your side, providing better body support and feeling like sleeping at home.
- 【EASY TO INFLATE & DEFLATE FAST】- Built-in foot pump, only need to stamp for 1 minute to fully inflate, no need to use the mouth or carry a heavy air pump, even kids can easily complete the inflation. The inflation valve and the deflation valve are independent, and the double-layer valves effectively prevent air leaking and achieve rapid deflation.
- 【ADVANCED CAMPING DURABLE MATERIAL】- The 2-person camping sleeping pad is made of 40D nylon and TPU coated material, durable, hard-wearing, and no tearing. The camping mattresses are easy to clean, if there is dust or grime, just wipe them down. Designed for harsh outdoor environments, it is your best companion while camping.
- 【ULTRA-LIGHT & COMPACT】- The sleeping pad folds down to 12.8"X 2"X4.7" and weighs only 49 oz. With a built-in air pump and pillows, no need to carry extra pillows. Once deflated and folded, the camping pad fits easily in your pack, and it's super lightweight and space-saving, leaving plenty of room for other equipment.
- 【PERFECT FOR FAMILY】- It combines 2 sleeping mats into one, providing ample space for leisure and entertainment. You can share this comfortable sleeping pad with your partners, kids, friends. It will bring you a better experience and increase happiness during the outdoor journey of camping, picnic, hiking, mountaineering.
SaleBestseller No. 4
Clostnature Crux 1 Person Tent for Backpacking - Ultralight One Person Backpacking Tent, Hiking Tents for One Man, Solo, Single Person
- 1 PERSON TENT: If trekking or backpacking personal in the backcountry, you will need a quality one person tent to keep you protected from the elements. Polyester rain fly&bathtub with PU 5000 coating is better in waterproof and firmer than you expected. Weatherproof material with factory-sealed seams keeps you dry and comfortable in all season&all weather conditions! You need an appropriate lightweight solo tent for backpacking!
- LIGHTWEIGHT: For the best 1 person tent, prioritize weight and portability. This ultralight tent has a total weight of 4 lbs (1.8 kg) and a minimum trail weight of 2.97 lbs (1.35 kg) — including only fly, inner tent, and poles, greatly reducing your load. It packs down to 15''x5.1''x5.1'' (38x13x13 cm), easily fitting into your backpack. Despite its compact and light design, the tent offers ample space, measuring 7'3''x2'8''x3' (220x81x91 cm). This provides a roomy area for a comfortable sleep
- QUICK SETUP & COMPACT: A solo tent should be very easy to erect and takedown. Freestanding and two Aluminum poles designed for lightweight hiking tent's fast pitching. Easily set up by one person with no experience. This ultralight backpacking tent is compact and portable, and also great for Hiking, Bikepacking, Kayaking, Mountaineering, Fishing, or Car Camping
- EXTRAORDINARY DESIGN: Interior mesh walls maximize ventilation, while the tent’s reinforced pole structure and adjustable guy lines ensure exceptional wind resistance, keeping it stable even in gusty conditions. A D-shaped door allows easy entry/exit, and the large side vestibule provides secure storage for gear—its windproof design shields your backpack or shoes from harsh weather, combining functionality with rugged reliability for outdoor adventures
- WHAT YOU GET: 1 x carry bag,1 x inner tent,1 x flysheet,2 x Aluminum poles,4 x ropes,14 x Aluminum stakes,1 x pole emergency repair kit(can be used for damaged tent poles). Every product you purchase has one-year guarantee for material and workmanship defects. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact our customer support team
SaleBestseller No. 5
Night Cat Backpacking Tent 2 Person Lightweight Hiking Camping Tent with Foldable Pole, Double Layers Waterproof Fast Setup Ultralight Tent Compact 7x4.4ft - Two Doors
- 2 Person Camp Tent: Inner size 7.2x4.6x4 ft quite roomy for 1 person comfortable for 2 persons. Fits well inside with 2 single-person air sleeping pad individually with storaging 2 backpacks besides your foot. Ideal backpacking tent for adults, kids or scouts in outdoor camping,hiking,mountaineering,motorcycling, etc
- Easier Setup & Separated Rainfly: Outer rainfly and inner mesh layer is pre-assembled and connected, using hooks to clip on the poles, then easy camping tent is all setup within 1 to 2 minute only. Attention: the black hook in the middle is DOWNWARD so that it can be connected with the clip. Rainfly can be separated as a Shelter
- Fiberglass Pole: Foldable & Strong Night Cat 2 person tent is equipped with quality fiberglass poles, whole package weighs 2.9 kg(6.4 lb) with compact package size 17x6.3x6.3 in. Compact tent for backpacking, motorcycle camping, bikepacking
- Tear-stop Material and Waterproof: 210T Tear-stop fabric with waterproofness PU 3000mm, waterproof tape on every seam, ensures the inside hiking tent is totally dry under any rain situation even in the storm. Aluminum Pegs, guylines make this 4 seasons tent stable in a windy day
- 2 Doors with Extra Room: The double layer tent has 2 D-shaped doors with dual zipper opening, conveniently enter or walk out the tent from left or right side. 2 small mesh EAR on top and the extra room in front of door allows the air effectively flow to provide a cool ventilation.
Bestseller No. 6
2-Person Trekking Pole Tent for Backpacking - Ultralight A-Frame Backpacking Tent, Two Person Waterproof Hiking Tent for Camping, Lightweight Camping Tent for Scouts, Trekker by Underwood Aggregator
- TREKKING POLE TENT: Why Underwood Aggregator trekking pole tent? This two people backpacking tent could be set up with trekking poles or any stick longer than 46 inches. However, this lightweight 2 person tent also works fine between two trees without the poles or sticks. This backpacking 2 person tent is easily pitched by 1-2 people without any experience in 2 minutes(NO TREKKING POLES PROVIDED!!!)
- ULTRALIGHT BACKPACKING TENT: Ultralight trekking pole tents are a good option when trying to reduce the weight of your backpacking gear but are unwilling to give up the comfort of a tent. This 2 person camping tent with trekking poles for erecting instead of tent poles and the size is 7'3'' x 4'11''x 3'10''. Packed Size:14''x 5.5''x5.5'', only weighs 3.2 lbs, easy to put in backpack. If you want a lightweight backpacking tent for trekking, this is an ideal easy-up camping tent to fit your needs
- WATERPROOF&DURABLE: If you are looking to backpacking or camping in regions known for wet weather, you'll want a two person tent for camping that will keep you dry and comfortable in the event of rain. This 2 person ultralight tent applies 210T Polyester tent with PU 5000 coatings. Weatherproof material with factory-sealed seams and dual-layer fabric applied to the compact tent corners for better security to keep you dry and comfortable in all seasons and all weather conditions
- FABULOUS DESIGN: This A-frame tent is designed with two A-frame nets and fabric double-layer doors. With better ventilation and no more condensation worries, it provides convenient entry and out for the backpacker. This trekker tent offers two large vestibules to store backpacks or shoes for the trekker, the internal space is sufficient for 2 people
- TRICK TO REDUCE CONDENSATION: The most important factor to reduce condensation is ensuring ventilation. Stake down the vestibule with tent stakes and keep it tight let it far away from the mesh, and make sure the gap between the ground and the vestibule is enough for airflow. Or you can gather the vestibule in the clear night. Remember not to let the curtain or the vestibule cover the mesh door which will cause heavy condensation
Bestseller No. 7
Forceatt Tent 2-3 Person Camping Tent, Waterproof and Windproof 3-4 Seasons Ultralight Backpack Tent, can be Installed Immediately, Suitable for Hiking, Camping, Outdoor (2-Person-Dark Green)
- 👍【Tents For Camping 2 Person】: With two D-Shaped doors and two vestibules to accommodate up to two people. Weight: 5.5lb(2.5kg). Interior floor dimensions: 88.6x53.1in(225x135cm), interior height: 43.3in(110cm).
- 👍【PROFESSIONAL WATERPROOF & WINDPROOF】: By a professional water testing, waterproof index up to 5000mm; Welded floor design elevates the bottom of the backpacking tent to protect you from wet grounds; full-coverage rainfly for added protection against rain.
- 👍【EASY SETUP】:Easy Install in 3 mins. It takes only a few simple steps to set up a perfect tent. It comes with 7001 series aluminum poles and eflective guyline for wind-resistance. Smooth & sturdy #8 zippers never stuck.
- 👍【VENTILATION & LIGHTWEIGHT】:A large mesh window with 2 ceiling vents in the upper portion of the tent provide airflow to prevent condensation buildup; Micro-mesh fabric enhances breathability and comfort, get away from the city lights, and you are able to gaze at the milky way.
- 👍【NO RISK PURCHASE】: NO NEED TO RETURN! SEND FREE REPLACEMENT! Making you a happy customer is our main goal. If you have any questions, please contact us and we will get back to you within 24 hours and provide the perfect solution.
Bestseller No. 8
camppal 1 Person Tent for Camping Hiking Mountain Hunting Backpacking Tents 4 Season Resistance to Windproof Rainproof and Waterproof
- [Professional 1 Person Tent]: Size: Inner tent(L8.2ft x W2.95ft x H2.95ft), Outer tent: L8.2ft x W(2.95ft +1.31ft) x H3.11ft, 3500~4000mm Water Resistance. Fire Retardant Standard/CPAI-84. This 1 person camping tent is very light, just 3.75lb, easy to carry on when you camp outside, besides, it's also very easy to set up with only one single ridge pole.
- [Waterproof and Stable]: Outer tent with the water proofing value of 3500mm, seam taping on the zipper, velcro wrap with PVC & seam taping, 4 bottom corner with seam taping, which are high and good enough to prevent the water from entering even under the big heavy rain; Strong aluminium pole construction and the anti tearing rip-stop fabric which greatly help to prevent the hitting and tearing on fabric from the strong wind under the bad weather with big storm.
- [Extended Length - 8.2ft]: This single person tent is long enough to enable the taller person to sleep in the tent comfortably; The longer tent also provides with extra space for the personal belongings like luggage, backpack, clothes, shoes, etc.
- [3 Minute Quick Setup]: Super easy to set it up! It takes only just 3 minutes to pitch tent even for a beginner, and we have specially made the longer and bigger carry bag for the end customer even to pack up the tent loosely and still could put it back into the carry bag easily and conveniently.
- [No-Risk Purchase]: Camppal offer unconditional 30-day money back guarantee and limited lifetime warranty to make it an absolutely risk-free purchase. If you have any question about the tent, Pls just email us, 24/7 customer service will be offered and a satisfied solution will be provided less than 12 hrs.
Bestseller No. 9
MC TOMOUNT Bivy Tent Ultralight 2.42LBS 1 Person Backpacking Tent for Camping Hiking
- 【Ultralight for backpacking】Only 2.42LBS! Nylon fabric is the best material for ultralight tents! Compact, small pack size, saves space in the carry bag by 15.4x5.5inches. Wonderful choice for backpacking camping!
- 【Good ventilation】Two front windows plus one back window, full mesh fabric inside tent, provide you breathable feeling all the time!
- 【Waterproof PU3000】20D nylon fabric with silicone coating for outer tent, good for waterproof and sunproof. PU3000mm 210T oxford floor prevent you from damp ground!
- 【Stable and durable】7001 aluminum poles, anti-corrosion feet, tied with 2 wind ropes for stability! 380T nylon outer tent, 210T oxford polyester floor, good tear resistance.
- 【Easy to set up】Just one pole, an experienced camper can set it up in 3 minutes! Relax anytime, anywhere on your trip!
SaleBestseller No. 10
Backpacking Tent for Camping 2/3/4 Person Hiking Ultralight Tent for Waterproof Windproof Outdoor Tents Easy Setup Two Doors Double Layer Lightweight Instant Tents (Green, 1-2 Person)
- 【Professional Waterproof & Windproof】-- ShinHye Camping Tent materials are made of high-grade materials, 210T polyester fibre + 210D Oxford fabric + B3 No-see-um Mesh, Fine workmanship, it offers excellent UV protection. Adopt ShinHye waterproof technology to double-stitched sealed seams, polyester rain fly & groundsheet with PU 5000 coating. This Backpacking tent is fully field tested to withstand heavy rain, ensuring you remain protected from the elements during your camping trips
- 【Easy Set up & Compact】-- Free-standing and two lightweight Aluminum poles designed for fast pitching, SBS zipper. Even individuals without prior experience can easily set it up single-handedly. The lightweight tent's compact size and portability make it an excellent choice for various outdoor activities such as Hiking, Expeditions, Fishing, Kayaking, Car Camping, Backpacking or Bikepacking. They're also ideal for backyard fun and park picnics
- 【Intelligent Design】-- We offer a one-year warranty. ShinHye Backpacking Tent is designed in 3 sizes, 2-person tent and 3-person tent and 4-person tent (The size is shown in the main picture). This ultralight tent features a double-layer design with an inner tent and a rainfly. It offers more room than typical 2/3/4 person backpack tents, with even enough space for a small canine companion. You can enjoy the landscape from the inside
- 【Mesh Window & Convection Design】-- Large section of mesh and 2 large doors with SBS dual zippers provide much better ventilation, which can enhance airflow and open landscape, with good air circulation, you won't feel stuffy inside, the inner gauze net will protect you from bite in summer. The interior of the hiking tent has a camping light hook to hang a lantern and a mesh pocket to store your camping accessories or cell phone
- 【Risk-free Purchase】-- ShinHye 3 Season tent is strictly inspected before leaving the factory. When you finish your trip, you can simply place components back into the zippered carry bag to pack up and transport. If you have any questions, please contact us. We are ready to help and happy to hear from you
Recap
In conclusion, selecting the best ultralight tents for backpacking kids can significantly enhance their outdoor experiences, making camping trips more enjoyable and manageable for both parents and children alike. We carefully curated this list of ten products by considering factors such as weight, durability, ease of setup, and overall comfort. Each tent was evaluated based on real-world performance and user reviews, ensuring that we only included options that have proven to be reliable for young adventurers.
By following our list of the best ultralight tents for backpacking kids, you can equip your little ones with the ideal shelter for their outdoor escapades. Whether embarking on a family camping trip or introducing them to the joys of backpacking, these tents are designed to meet the unique needs of children. With the right gear, you can inspire a love for nature and self-sufficiency in your kids while ensuring their comfort and safety during every adventure.
