Ultralight Tents & Shelters (2024)

Easily pitching with a single 52" (132 cm) trekking pole or tent pole, the Plex Solo Lite is well-ventilated and can be set up in even the tightest campsites. You won’t find a lighter functional one-person tent anywhere.

An optional flat groundsheet is available for added protection here.

• Features

  Sleeps 1

• Set Up

  1 Trekking Pole or 52" Tent Pole

• Floor Size

  28" to 38" x 90" (71 to 97cm x 2.3m)

• Weight

  11.8 oz / 334.0 g

$599.00 USD

Finally – the perfect single ultralight tent for long distance hikers with standard trekkingpoles. The Plex solo fits perfect for me. A lot of space beyond an above my head when laying down. Easy to get in and out. Super simple to pitch.

– B-Bas, ★★★★★

Our ultralight Plex Solo is a sub-15oz tent designed for adventurers who value weight but aren't willing to sacrifice performance or comfort. From thru-hiking to bikepacking to packrafting, the Plex Solo is a spacious one-person tent that allows you to redefine your boundaries and push your limits.

Easily pitching with a single 52" (132 cm) trekking or tent pole, the Plex Solo is well-ventilated and can be set up in even the most cramped campsites.

An optional flat groundsheet is available for added protection here.

If you'd like an even lighter option, check out our boundary-pushing Plex Solo Lite.

• Features

  Sleeps 1

• Set Up

  1 Trekking Pole or 52" Tent Pole

• Floor Size

  28" to 38" x 90" (71 to 97cm x 2.3m)

• Weight

  14.6 oz / 413.0 g

$599.00 USD

The ideal ultralight tent for hikers up to 6’6”, the Altaplex is the perfect place to wait out the rain on the Appalachian Trail or to recover after a long day of bushwhacking.

Specifically designed for taller backpackers and thru-hikers, this lightweight tent provides ample head and foot room while still easily pitching with a single trekking pole.

An optional flat groundsheet is available for added protection here.

*If your trekking pole does not extend to at least 56" (142cm) you will need one of our Trekking Pole Jacks, 58" Tent Poles, or ourCarbon Fiber Staffto set up this tent.

**Our Plex Solo Lite has a similar design, sized for an average-height hiker with a 52" trekking pole. The Altaplex Classic has more durable fabric and more opaque colors.

• Features

  Sleeps 1 Tall / Larger Adult

• Set Up

  1 Trekking Pole or 56-58" Tent Pole

• Floor Size

  40" x 90" (102cm x 2.3m)

• Weight

  13.2 oz / 374.0 g

$669.00 USD

Super light and extremely roomy for a 6'2" person! Sets up very quickly and durably minimalistic! In essence perfect!!

– Dan B., ★★★★★

The ideal ultralight tent for hikers up to 6’6”, the Altaplex is the perfect place to wait out the rain on the Appalachian Trail or to recover after a long day of bushwhacking.

Specifically designed for taller backpackers and thru-hikers, this lightweight tent provides ample head and foot room while still easily pitching with a single trekking pole.

A great fit whether you are a triple-crowner or just out for a weekend in the Smokies. This tent is roomy, well-ventilated, packs down small, can be pitched quickly, and can be set up in the tightest of spaces.

An optional flat groundsheet is available for added protection here.

*If your trekking pole does not extend to at least 56" (142cm) you will need one of our Trekking Pole Jacks, 58" Tent Poles, or ourCarbon Fiber Staffto set up this tent.

**Our Plex Solo Tent has a similar design, sized for an average height hiker with a 52" trekking pole. The Altaplex Lite is also available in lighter fabric.

• Features

  Sleeps 1 Tall / Larger Adult

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• Set Up

  1 Trekking Pole or 56-58" Tent Pole

• Floor Size

  40" x 90" (102cm x 2.3m)

• Weight

  16.5 oz / 467.0 g

$669.00 USD

When it comes to long-distance backpacking, every gram counts, and the Duplex Lite allows weight conscious hikers the freedom to go further, and faster, with a shelter that is roomy, well ventilated, packs down small, and has the features a thru-hiker needs.

Compare with our Duplex Classic for a little bit more room and durability or our Duplex Zip which also includes zippered storm doors, peak vents, and magnetic door toggles. Those versions are compatible with our Duplex Flex Kit to make the tent semi-freestanding.

*THE DUPLEX LITE DOES NOT SUPPORT OUR DUPLEX FLEX KIT.*

• Features

  Sleeps 1-2

• Set Up

  2 Trekking Poles or 48" Tent Poles

• Floor Size

  40" x 90" (102cm x 2.3m)

• Weight

  14.9 oz / 423.0 g

$669.00 USD

How could you not like this? It’s lighter than plenty of one person shelters, but it’s a palace for one, and easily sleeps two. Setup is easy and it’s overall designed well. I don’t think I’ve met any user on the AT so far who doesn’t like their Duplex.

– Conor C., ★★★★★

This ultralight tent will allow you to push your limits and hike greater distances; whether losing yourself in the beauty of the Pacific Crest Trail, or weathering an afternoon storm in the Swiss Alps.

Specifically designed for the demands of long distance backpacking, the award-winning Duplex hits the sweet spot when it comes to size, weight, and features.

The Duplex is lightweight, roomy, well-ventilated, packs down small, pitches easily, and can be set up in the tightest of spaces. You won’t find a lighter functional two person tent anywhere on the market.

Voted the most popular ultralight tent by Appalachian Trail thru-hikers two years in a row.

More weight conscious hikers may want to check our our lighter weight Duplex Lite model.

Check out theDuplex Zipfor a version with zippered storm doors, peak vents, and magnetic door toggles.

An optional flat groundsheet is available for added protection here.

• Features

  Sleeps 2

• Set Up

  2 Trekking Poles or 48" Tent Poles

• Floor Size

  45" x 90" (114cm x 2.3m)

• Weight

  17.9 oz / 507.0 g

$699.00 USD

After a decade of dominance, we've addeda new take on our award-winning Duplex Tent. OurnewDuplex Zip Tent comes with several enhancements that make it even more versatile and user-friendly for all your outdoor adventures.

We added zippered storm doorswith peak vents to provide extra protection from wind and rain without sacrificing ventilation. The storm doors are easy to open and close, allowing you to adjust the airflow inside the tent as needed.

We've introduced magnetic door toggles that make it easier tosecure the tent doors out of the way without having to fumble withclunkyclosures. The magnetic toggles are strong and secure, designed to ensure the doors stayrolled up in windy conditions.

Justlike our flagship Duplex, the Duplex Zip Tent is lightweight, roomy, well-ventilated, packs down small, pitches easily, and can be set up in the tightest of spaces. You won’t find lighter functional two person tents anywhere on the market.

More weight conscious hikers may want to check our our lighter weightDuplex Litemodel.

An optional flat groundsheet is available for added protection here.

• Features

  Sleeps 2

• Set Up

  2 Trekking Poles or 48" Tent Poles

• Floor Size

  45" x 90" (114cm x 2.3m)

• Weight

  19.6 oz / 555.0 g

$729.00 USD

This kit not only does what it should, but it actually (I would argue) does it better than many inherently-freestanding tent models.

– Will P., ★★★★★

Transform your Duplex or Duplex Zip into a freestanding ultralight tent for when stakes aren’t an option. Our Flex Kit is perfect for platform camping on the Overland Track, the White Mountains or for packed down campsites along the John Muir Trail. The poles fold up short, which is perfect for bike packing and smaller backpacks.

*TENT NOT INCLUDED

*THE DUPLEX FLEX KIT IS ONLY COMPATIBLE WITH OUR DUPLEX CLASSIC AND DUPLEX ZIP TENTS.

• Features

  Makes a Duplex Tent Freestanding. New- Folded length 12.5" (31.75 cm)

• Weight

  11.4 oz / 323.0 g

$149.00 USD

Luxurious amount of room for two, but we crammed three guys in for our trip. Comfortable enough for three large men. Once you get used to setting it up, it's a breeze. It's the best tent I've ever owned.

– Grayson M., ★★★★★

Whether you’re camping in the Grand Canyon or going on a weekend family hike, the ultralight Triplex 3 person tent won’t be the thing that slows you down.

With a designed inspired by ultralight backpacking and thru-hiking, the lightweight Triplex has a comfortable amount of space for three average-sized hikers or two larger adults with a dog or child.

Storm doors on both sides of the tent provide protection from inclement weather or great cross-ventilation and breathtaking views when left open.

Knowing that the Triplex is lighter than most one person tents makes being your family's pack mule that much easier.

Check out theTriplex Zipfor a version with zippered storm doors, peak vents, and magnetic door toggles.

• Features

  Sleeps 3

• Set Up

  2 Trekking Poles or 48" Tent Poles

• Floor Size

  60" x 90" (152cm x 2.3m)

• Weight

  21.4 oz / 606.0 g

$749.00 USD

Our award-winningTriplex Tent just got better. ThenewTriplex Zip Tent comes with several enhancements that make it even more versatile and user-friendly for all your outdoor adventures.

We added zippered storm doorswith peak vents to provide extra protection from wind and rain without sacrificing ventilation. The storm doors are easy to open and close, allowing you to adjust the airflow inside the tent as needed.

We've introduced magnetic door toggles that make it easier tosecure the tent doors out of the way without having to fumble withclunkyclosures. The magnetic toggles are strong and secure, designed to ensure the doors stayrolled up in windy conditions.

Justlike our Triplex, theTriplex Zip Tent is lightweight, roomy, well-ventilated, packs down small, pitches easily, and can be set up in the tightest of spaces. You won’t find lighter functionalthree person tents anywhere on the market.

• Features

  Sleeps 3

• Set Up

  2 Trekking Poles or 48" Tent Poles

• Floor Size

  60" x 90" (152cm x 2.3m)

• Weight

  22.5 oz / 638.0 g

$779.00 USD

Ultralight luxury at its finest, the OffsetSolo combinesthemost sought after tent features with the roomiestinterior in its class. The Offset's living space is wider, longer, and has more headroomwhich isperfect for hikers up to 6' 6" (198 cm) who wish to spread out.

Designed forhikers looking to take their adventures to the next level, the unmatched internal space of the OffsetSolocan accommodate a large 25" sleeping pad with room to spare, and is easily accessed through the wide L shaped zippers found on both sides of the tent.

Featuringzippered storm doorswith peak vents to provide extra protection from wind and rain without sacrificing airflow inside the tent, the Offset Solo's storm doors are easy to open and close, allowing you to adjustas needed.

Strong magnetic door toggles,designed to ensure the doors stayrolled up in windy conditions,make it easy tosecure the tent and screen doors out of the way without having to fumble withclunkyclosures.

TheOffsetSolo tent is lightweight, roomy, well-ventilated, packs down small, pitches easily, and can be set up in the tightest of spaces. You won’t find a lighter functional tent with this much space anywhere on the market.

An optional flat groundsheet is available for added protection here.

• Features

  Sleeps 1 Large Tall Adult, L Shaped Zippers

• Set Up

  2x 48" Trekking Poles + inc. 32" Pole

• Floor Size

  36" x 94" (91cm x 2.4m)

• Weight

  17.5 oz / 496.0 g

$649.00 USD

I’m into the Offset Duo. I think that we have a long and fruitful partnership ahead of us.

– Review by The Trek

Ultralight luxury at its finest, the Offset Duocombinesthemost sought after tent features with the roomiestinterior in its class. The Offset's living space is wider, longer, and has more headroomwhich isperfect forcouples up to 6'6" (198 cm) or for those who wish to spread out.

Designed forhikers looking to take their adventures to the next level, the unmatched internal space of the Offset Duo can accommodate two large tapered 25" sleeping pads and is easily accessed through the wide L shaped zippers found on both sides of the tent.

Featuringzippered storm doorswith peak vents to provide extra protection from wind and rain without sacrificing airflow inside the tent, the Offset Duo's storm doors are easy to open and close, allowing you to adjustas needed.

Strong magnetic door toggles,designed to ensure the doors stayrolled up in windy conditions,make it easy tosecure the tent and screen doors out of the way without having to fumble withclunkyclosures.

Justlike our flagship Duplex, theOffset Duotent is lightweight, roomy, well-ventilated, packs down small, pitches easily, and can be set up in the tightest of spaces. You won’t find a lighter functional two person tent with this much space anywhere on the market.

An optional flat groundsheet is available for added protection here.

• Features

  Sleeps 2 Large Tall Adults, L Shaped Zippers

• Set Up

  2x 48" Trekking Poles + inc. 32" Pole

• Floor Size

  50" x 94" (127cm x 2.4m)

• Weight

  19.4 oz / 551.0 g

$799.00 USD

The Offset Trio is an indulgently spacious ultralight three person tent designed for hikers seeking the most sought after tent features. Boasting the roomiest interior of any of our three person tents, it features a wider, longer floor with more headroom, perfect for trios or taller couples up to 6'6" (198 cm) who wish to spread out.

Designed for hikers looking to take their adventures to the next level, the unmatched internal space of the Offset Trio can be configured with two, three, or even four sleeping pads. The interior is easily accessed through the wide L shaped zippers found on both sides of the tent.

The Offset Trio features zippered storm doors with peak vents to provide extra protection from wind and rain without sacrificing airflow inside the tent. Strong magnetic door toggles ensure the doors stay rolled up in windy conditions and make it easy to secure the tent and screen doors out of the way without having to fumble with clunky closures.

Just like our Triplex Zip, the Offset Trio tent is lightweight, roomy, well-ventilated, packs down small, pitches easily, and can be set up in the tightest of spaces. You won’t find a lighter functional three person tent with this much space anywhere on the market.

An optional flat groundsheet is available for added protection here.

• Features

  Sleeps 3-4, Great headroom, L Shaped Zippers

• Set Up

  2x 48" Trek Poles + 2x inc. 32" Poles

• Floor Size

  66" x 94" (168cm x 2.4m)

• Weight

  22.5 oz / 639.0 g

$899.00 USD

The Free Zip features a quick, simple to pitch double X frame design which excels in high-wind situations. Best of all, the heavy duty Easton Carbon 6.3 poles fold down to a scant 12" (30.5 cm) allowing them to easily pack with the tent horizontally in small backpacks and bike paniers.

The Free Zip provides the versatility of a freestanding tent with all the benefits of an ultralight shelter made from Dyneema® Composite Fabric. It is truly a go-to tent for just about any backpacking trip.

An optional flat groundsheet is available for added protection here.

• Features

  Sleeps 1 or 2

• Set Up

  Freestanding Tent Poles Included

• Floor Size

  44" x 86" (112cm x 2.2m)

• Weight

  31.6 oz / 896.0 g

$899.00 USD

So freakin light and packs down to the size of a softball. The doors are awesome and there is plenty of room inside (I’m 5'10").

– Will P., ★★★★★

For all you gram weenies cutting tags and planning FKT’s, shave those last few grams off your base weight with the Hexamid Pocket Tarp; our lightest shaped tarp ever!

This ultralight tarp can be your primary shelter on an ultra-minimalist adventure or can be tucked away in a pocket in case you need it to sit out a surprise afternoon thunderstorm on day trips, or as an emergency shelter.

Super simple by design, the Hexamid Pocket Tarp provides shelter while keeping your base weight at a bare minimum.

A Bathtub Groundsheet is an optional add on. See the link for dimensions.

• Features

  Sleeps 1

• Set Up

  1 Trekking Pole or 52" Tent Pole

• Weight

  5.5 oz / 157.0 g

$379.00 USD

Fantastic product and absolute freedom for the minimalist hiker. I added some Zpacks stick on hang loops on the inside for a mosquito net and it’s golden. Highly recommended.

– Matt B., ★★★★★

Our ultralight Flat Tarps are a minimalist adventurer’s dream. This tarp has plenty of space for a single hiker and their gear. Whether you’re hiking to a remote destination or cross-country bikepacking over uneven terrain, this ultralight shelter will set up easily and keep you dry and protected.This tarp can put you well on your way to that elusive sub-7 lb base weight.

Set the tarp up as an A-Frame and enjoy the views and ventilation provided by both ends of the tarp. If the weather becomes harsh, the tarp can be set up in a variety of configurations for maximum protection.

A small DCF stuff sack, 50ft of 2.0mm Yellow Z-Linecord and 2 Mini-D Carabiners come standard with our flat tarps but are not included in the listed weight.

Need another size? Be sure to check out our othertarps.

• Features

  Sleeps 1 or 2

• Tie Outs

  8 LineLoc V's

• Weight

  4.9 oz / 139.0 g

$349.00 USD

Great tarp. Extremely light. Easy to set up to a simple A frame style tent using trekking poles or trees with a little cordage. Simplicity at its finest!

– AJ, ★★★★★

Our ultralight Flat Tarps are a minimalist adventurers dream. This tarp has plenty of space for a single ultralight hiker and their gear. Whether you’re hiking to a remote destination or cross-country bikepacking over uneven terrain, this ultralight shelter will set up easily and keep you dry and protected.This tarp can put you well on your way to that elusive sub-7 lb base weight.

Set the tarp up as an A-Frame and enjoy the views and ventilation provided by both ends of the tarp. If the weather becomes harsh, the tarp can be set up in a variety of configurations for maximum protection.

A small stuff sack, 50ft of 2.0mm Yellow Z-Linecord and 2 Mini-D Carabiners come standard with our flat tarps but are not included in the listed weight.

Need another size? Be sure to check out the rest of ourtarps.

• Features

  Sleeps 2

• Tie Outs

  16 LineLoc V's

• Weight

  6.9 oz / 195.0 g

$399.00 USD