Freestanding Tents

What is a freestanding tent?

A freestanding tent stands on its own thanks to its pole structure alone, with no need for guy lines or pegs to hold it up. You can pitch it anywhere, lift it and move it once it's up, or simply shake it out to empty it. This is a real advantage on hard, rocky or sandy ground, where getting pegs in is tricky - a freestanding tent adapts to any terrain.

Easy, quick pitching

Its big advantage is simplicity: clip a few poles together and the tent is up, ready in minutes. Handy at the end of a day's walking, in the rain or wind. You can still add a few pegs and guy lines to secure it in rough weather, but the structure stands on its own regardless. A real everyday comfort.

Waterproof and versatile, from trekking to camping

Like any good tent, it relies on a waterproof flysheet, sealed seams and a structure built to withstand rain and wind. Versatile by design, it suits trekking, camping and wild camping alike, on any type of ground. Worth weighing up against our other bivouac and trekking tents.

Who is it for?

Ideal for those camping on varied terrain who want fuss-free pitching, a freestanding tent is usually a touch heavier than a non-freestanding tent of equal volume. For an ultralight option, take a look at our ultralight tent. Good ventilation prevents condensation building up inside overnight: out in the wild, against the damp, a few well-placed vents keep the air fresh under the flysheet. On the trail, it's handy to be able to move the tent once it's pitched to find the best spot, sheltered from the wind - and against the elements, good internal ventilation remains the key to avoiding condensation out in nature.