Studies show that more people than ever are
escaping into the great outdoors this year. If you're joining them, one thing is sure—the
gear you take along can make or break your trip. If you're an outdoor lover and camping is
your passion, here are this year's 15 most innovative tent options. The Hang Solo hammock stand lets campers set
up their hammocks with ease, even in open, treeless areas. A 15 lb aluminum stand supports 250 lbs. You can use it as-is or cover it in a rain
fly and bug net to create an impromptu tent. The Hang Solo fits most standard hammocks
and comes in Rustic, Lite, or Glamping editions. Making it perfect for a last-second weekend
getaway, the 2 Seconds Easy tent sets up and tears down in minutes. To set up, open the carry case and pull the
ripcord. The tent pitches itself and folds back up
with the push of a button—all you have to do is stake it. This tent is durable, heat-resistant, waterproof,
and even blocks out sunlight. Beluga tent has six multipurpose functions. One Beluga kit can be a 2-person tent with
or without an awning, a tarp, a hammock cocoon, two open hammocks, or an accessible shade
shelter. These tents are also modular and connectable. The Beluga is made of recycled plastic, ethically
sourced aluminum, and dye-free fabric. Qaou is a French company, so if you're wondering
where to buy tents from them, try their website or Kickstarter page. The innovative Hitch Tent Rack System hooks
onto the trailer hitch of your car, solving many of the problems with rooftop tents. It can also stand freely on its adjustable
platform base. When you're driving, the Hitch Tent stores
vertically against your tailgate inside its custom rack frame. This saves you the trouble of both worrying
about overhead clearance and towing a trailer. Crua Modus Deluxe tent is a genuine all-in-one
camping kit for one. However, it
can connect to another Modus tent if you're traveling with a buddy. This single-person tent contains a built-in
air mattress, sleeping bag, and bug mesh. Its patented design insulates you against
both temperature and noise. The rain fly even doubles as a hammock or
picnic blanket if you don't feel like setting up the whole tent. The Exod Home ARK tent fits 1-2 people and
has an inflatable frame that fills in minutes. You can use it to sleep on the ground, but
its single-point suspension system also lets you dangle from branches, bridges, or whatever
else you can attach it to. Unlike hammocks, the ARK tent uses a stretched
canvas floor to help you sleep soundly without getting squished. It also has a storage compartment below the
floor to stow your gear. A Fjordsen XL Cabin Tent lets you camp on
top of your sedan. It has a hard floor and inflatable beams with
a unique prism shape that maximizes inside shape without sacrificing stability. You can choose from a variety of colors or
even a vibrant floral pattern to show off your love for the outdoors. The GT Sky Loft inflatable rooftop tent sleeps
5-6 people in luxury on top of your car. It sets up in under 15 minutes and contains
two separate rooms, a skylight for stargazing, and a cover to protect you from the elements. Are you all about living the water life on
vacation? When you pass a lake or slow river, take the
Sky Loft off your car and use it as a raft. The CARSULE Pop-Up Cabin is a tent capsule
that seals to your vehicle's open tailgate. You can use it for sleeping, but it's also
tall enough to be a living/dining room. CARSULE is fast and easy to install. Most SUVs and hatchbacks can support the pop-up
cabin but reading through their product description will tell you if your car is compatible. The Aerial A1 is a single-person tent that's
suspended above the ground with a slackline system. It's lightweight, easy to pack, and is extremely
stable when hung between two trees. The Aerial lets you camp over rivers, gorges,
or even on the ground. Fly fishing retailer SmithFly based the Shore
Tent on their popular Shoal Tent model. The 8'x8' inflatable tent sleeps three adults
on the comfortable EVA foam floor. You can even attach a Udecx modular deck to
keep the tent off the ground. Tentsile's Trilogy Camping Stack connects
three 2-person tree tents into a 6-person treetop complex. Suspend it between three trees for sag-free
four-season hammock camping. Separate sleeping bags, underfloor storage
nets, and storage pockets mean there's plenty of room for your gear. If you're tired of hitting your head when
you stand up, the Crua Xtent is for you. This tent extends vertically to give you an
extra few feet of breathable mesh airspace. If bad weather hits, collapse it back down
for a small, waterproof, insulated tent. The Bed Tent brings the camping feel indoors. Use it to enclose your mattress for privacy
in a shared room or light-blocking during the day. It's lightweight, easy to transport and set
up, works with most mattresses, and is perfect for dormitories. If you want to go somewhere that sets up the
tents for you, try camping under Patagonia's clear geodesic dome. On December 14th, 2020, a solar eclipse will
occur—and Argentina is the best place to see it. This remote stargazing experience from Black
Tomato is the most incredible way to see out the year. On the top of our list is Tentsile's Backyard
Tree Tent. Contrary to its name, you don't need trees
to set it up—just the included hammock stand. This set lets you use Tentsile's innovative
hammock tents in the middle of an open field, at a festival, or on the beach. Even if you live in the city, owning the right
tents means a camping adventure is only a road trip away. What's your favorite way to camp? Do you prefer a traditional tent, an innovative
tent design like these, or glam campers and caravans?
