2-Person Backpacking Tents

A 2-person tent, who's it for?

The 2-person tent is the most popular choice for wild camping: it sleeps two people side by side, or gives a solo hiker genuine room to spread out and stow their kit under cover. It's the best balance between living space and weight, ideal for adventures as a pair or for solo treks where you'd rather not feel cramped.

Space, height and comfort

Check the floor width (for two sleeping mats), the ceiling height that lets you sit up, and whether there are porches for stowing bags and boots. Good interior volume makes all the difference in bad weather, when you're stuck inside the tent. Some ultralight models trim down on space, so it's up to you to weigh up comfort against weight depending on your trips.

Weight and packability for trekking

Carried between two people, the tent can be split up: each person takes a part (flysheet, poles), which lightens the load. A lightweight model packs down small and slips easily into a trekking rucksack. For featherweight solo trips, take a look at the ultra-lightweight compact tent.

Tough and waterproof: standing up to wind and rain as a pair

A good tent stands up to wind and rain: waterproof flysheet, taped seams, sturdy poles and good tension. Most models are three-season tents, built for spring through to autumn. Check the hydrostatic head of the flysheet and groundsheet. From solo trips to groups, browse our wild camping, trekking and hiking tents to find the right fit. In the mountains or on flatter ground, a well-designed 2-person tent soon feels light on your shoulders.

Along the same lines: our 3-person tent.