Forget fiddling with unruly tent poles and hammering away at cheap metal stakes — going camping doesn’t have to be so time- and energy-consuming. Offering an excellent vantage point, protection from insects and curious critters, and an abode that looks cool to sleep in, it’s easy to see why someone might choose a vehicle palace over an archaic ground shelter. Here are the best rooftop tents currently available.
The Tepui Baja Series is for the serious camper who enjoys being out in the elements during any season — rain, snow, or shine. The tent’s innovative design is ideal for year-round adventurers, with an interchangeable canopy to suit changing conditions.
This softshell utilizes a Zipper Gimp which attaches the canopy to the base of the tent and makes the changing out process a breeze. Throw up the mesh shade canopy for protection from the sun and excellent breathability in hot and humid weather. The Baja offers a lightweight nylon rip-stop canopy for spring and fall and an aluminized canopy for harsh winter conditions. In addition, a detachable rainfly is included.
The Baja Series sleeps up to three people — ample room for a couple or even a small family. The tent includes an 8-foot, 6-inch telescoping ladder, eliminating the need for extensions for large or lifted vehicles. The elegant A-frame design allows for a spacious interior and the ability to sit up and really take in the view through large, screened side windows. Mosquito netting is incorporated around all windows and doors, and a 2.5-inch high-density foam mattress ensures supreme comfort.
The soft cover is designed with 1000 gram, heavy-duty PVC for durability during transit. Additional canopies can be purchased separately.
Boasting an ideal combination of comfort and features, the SkyRise is available in either small or medium sizes, depending on your specific needs, and several color options. A 15-minute, tool-free installation makes for less work and more play. The SkyRise is constructed with light and strong aluminum poles made from the same material as backcountry tents — 210 Denier fabric that’s both lightweight and breathable.
Yakima’s rooftop tent cradles your body in comfort with its 2.5-inch, wall-to-wall mattress and includes a removable cover for easy cleaning. Mesh panels zip open for ventilation and two skylights allow for comfy stargazing. The tent also comes with a rainfly for protection during rainstorms but performs best during warmer seasons when the rainfly can be left off, allowing for a clear view of the skies above. Yakima’s SkyRise is ideal for seasoned rooftop tent campers or those on their first journey into the backcountry.
Hot on the heels of the release of its SkyRise tent, Yakima partnered with the popular outdoor brand Poler for a special edition version of its flagship. Outfitted with Poler branding and a new camouflage colorway, the SkyRise Poler looks perfectly at home perched in the forest, at the beach, or anywhere adventure takes you. Spec-wise, it’s identical to its normal SkyRise predecessor, a prime example of “if it’s not broke, don’t fix it.”
If you own a Jeep Wrangler, the Smittybilt Overlander is the perfect rooftop tent for you. For such an affordable price tag, you might be concerned about quality but a company with 50 years of building Jeep Wrangler accessories did not come up short here. Made durable and feature-rich, the Overlander ensures you don’t have to leave all your creature comforts behind. The tent weighs just over 115 pounds and easily mounts onto most roof racks.
The Overlander boasts 600D rip-stop polyester fabric treated with polyurethane accompanied by a rain fly that can be put on or taken off as needed. Stargaze at your leisure with netted windows in the roof that still provide protection from bugs. The mesh windows are mosquito-proof as well, assuring ventilation in the warmer months — without the insects.
The Overlander is built to sleep two people comfortably with a 2-inch thick foam mattress longer than a queen bed and nearly as wide. As an added bonus, the tent is equipped with built-in LED strip lighting in the roof, making for adequate visibility for reading or changing. If you’re looking for additional space, Smittybilt sells an annex that attaches below the tent alongside your Jeep.
The ARB Simpson was designed with convenience in mind, with a streamlined design that won’t take hours to unpack. The newest model is easy to set up and not a hassle to travel with.
With dimensions of roughly 55 inches by 94 inches, the Simpson offers a decent amount of space, and it comes with a 2.5-inch foam mattress, so you’ll rest comfortably in the wilds. Adding to the peace of mind are insect screens in the windows, so mosquitoes will only be able to look in as you sleep unbitten.
This tent is 171 pounds, so not the lightest tent on the market, but far from the heaviest, making for easier setup and takedown, and reduced stress on vehicles. The tough poly/cotton fabric should hold up to the elements, no matter where you journey. The ARB Simpson is the perfect option for rooftop tent campers who want a lighter vehicle load.
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