This is a very tall and pleasant 6-windows structure for summer camping. The tent doesn’t use center-pole construction so there isn’t going to be anything obstructing your way inside, and there’s plenty of room to gather around and hangout with everyone. Once you’re done using it, this tent easily rolls and gets stored in the expandable duffle bag. If ozark cooler you want the windows open for extra airflow and to really be immersed in nature, they all have awnings so that you can leave open even if it’s raining outside. With a built-in E-port, you can easily run your electrical cords inside the tent so that you have power for your favorite devices. A super important factor when considering tents is the setup.
The Coleman Sundome 3 (a notable competitor to the Ozark Trail 3 Person Dome) also only has 49sq feet of space. And, like this tent, disappoints a fair number of people for that reason. Some people also complain about quality control issues (missing or broken components) which is perhaps to be expected at this price point. The main problem is reliability and durability over the long term.
We’ve also put together a handy buyer’s guide down at the bottom as a resource for shoppers who are new to the Ozark Trail brand, so make sure to check it out. There you’ll find all the info you could ever want on the materials, build quality, ozark trail tent and weather-worthiness of these affordable tents. My family owned one of the family versions for year (a three room tent), and loved it. We used it many times in many locations throughout the Northwest and never had any issues.
I could make a better shelter out of cardboard boxes and scotchgard. Generally speaking, if you go into buying an Ozark Trail tent with reasonable expectations, you won’t be disappointed. None of these tents are designed to hold up in a serious thunderstorm. They’re not built for heavy winds, and they certainly aren’t made to stand up to heavy snow. Livability describes the overall day-to-day experience of owning and using a tent, and tents that are more comfortable, convenient, and easy to use score the highest in terms of livability.
In all kinds of weather, from high winds to torrential downpours. No leaks, no tears and only 1 pole malfunction that probably had to do with me setting it up quickly in the rain. Even then it was just a matter of stretching the pole back out more carefully. Maybe I got a fluke that is a bit better made than the rest but I’ll keep using this until it’s completely trashed. Ozark Trail tents are rated as “water-resistant,” not waterproof.