recommendations for a 6-8 person tent?

[dred pirate]

Hello -
We have a new addition to our camping family - have a toddler now and hoping to make our first camping trips soon with her.
I am looking for a larger tent - likely a 6-8 person tent. We want something that we will use a couple of times a year, but will last and allow us to grow into it - something that will comfortably sleep 4 (if she brings a friend). Something with a divider to give a little privacy.
Definitely needs to stand up to the elements (wind and rain) as we sometimes camp on the beach here in NC.
I am tall (6'3") so like something I can comfortably stand up and walk around in - especially on those rainy days were we may hang out in the tent.
Likely will have a queen size blow up and then maybe a 2nd twin/full for the kiddo(s).
Since we won't be hiking in with this, being lightweight isn't a big deal, as we are willing to sacrifice weight for quality - but the don't want something massively heavy if not needed.

Any specific brand names you all would recommend, or products you love? I have a kelty for backpacking, but they don't make big tents it looks like.

thanks!

DP

[John Joseph]

My family got a lot of use out of a 9'x9' Miner's style teepee over the years. The Relite fabric was lighter than duck and with 2' sidewalls and 8' height gave a lot of floor space and stand up head room, and it held up in a particularly nasty storm at Saddle Bag Lake in the high Sierra at 10,300' elev.
1 pole and 8 stakes was an easy pitch plus it wasn't going anywhere (looking at a pristine mountain lake with a regatta of colorful dome tents racing towards the opposite shore isn't a contest which I'd care to enter!)
On the negative side:
No partition
You'll need to rig an awning to keep rain out when using the flap door if the tent doesn't come with one.

[countryjim]

I bought a 5 person dome tent 2012 if I remember right on the year.got tired of bending over and all.then I finally bought a 10 by 20 cabin tent in early 2017.i don't remember the height.but I'm 6'1" in which I can stand up right with space to spare.it has a devider wall that can be put up. It's reasonably easy to put up. I'll have to get it out to see the name of it..but I think it's a Ozark from sam's club.i need to campout again.

[RonaldSPatterson]

You can try [B]Coleman

[Nealster]

Your best bet would be something from Springbar or Kodiak. Last forever but are heavy canvas. I miss my Hilary from the 80's been towing a TT since 1992. Now with gas prices through the roof I am really flirting with the Springbar.

[howl]

With that many people, you'll need a double wall configuration with lots of mesh on the top of the tent and a full fly. Ventilation lets the water vapor from your breath out and full fly keeps you dry from rain. Single wall tents in the same situations will rain your breath back onto you. Anything other than nylon will require space and extra time inside your house to dry after your trips. Coleman Octagon 98 with full fly or REI Kingdom 8 are appropriate.

Also consider if these big tents will fit in the sites where you camp. 14' is the max some places we go.

[MartinHarri45]

Hello, my wife and I will be buying the CLAM Quick-Set Pavilion 12.5 x 12.5 Foot tent as recommended by https://www.rvcampgear.com/best-rv-accessories/ do you think there will be enough room for six people or not enough?

[dalton07]

There are two popular options to choose from for your shelter: a bivy sack and a tent. A bivy sack is preferred mainly by backpackers or solo campers who want to travel light. As for the tent, we all know how it protects and provides shelter to the one using it, especially at night.

[clarken]

there are 2 options for you: 3 season and 4 season tents. The 3 season tents are designed and built to be light. This feature is the reason why it is ideal for backpacking, trekking, and campouts. The 4 season tent features rigid pole geometries and shapes to allow the tent to stand powerful winds and heavy snow loads.

[James Oliver]

Congratulations on your new addition! For a spacious and durable 6-8 person tent, consider the Coleman WeatherMaster or Eureka Copper Canyon LX. REI Kingdom 6 and Big Agnes Big House 6 Deluxe are also excellent options. Look for a room divider, good weather resistance, and enough height for you (6'3") to stand comfortably.