Sleeping Capacity Vs Tent Size

Canvas wall tent sleeping capacity and floor plan layout diagram

Determining What Tent Size To Buy

Not sure which size fits your group?
Use our interactive tool to see floor plans and gear layouts.
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Choosing the right wall tent size starts with how you plan to use it. Think about group size, trip length, gear, and whether you run a wood stove. Most hunters recommend sizing up one step to ensure room for drying clothes and organizing gear.

Step 1. List People And Gear

Count the number of people who sleep in the tent.
List cots, bunks, tables, totes, coolers, and a wood box.
Decide where a stove and pipe section will sit.

Step 2. Test Layouts At Home

Layout testing helps bring the decision into focus. Use chalk on a driveway or lawn to outline two tent sizes side by side. Walk the layout and see how tight or open it feels.

Wall Tent Square Footage Comparison

Compare popular sizes below to see the increase in usable floor space.

Tent Size	Square Feet	Increase Compared To Previous Size
8x10	80 sq ft	Base size
10x12	120 sq ft	50% larger than 8x10
12x14	168 sq ft	40% larger than 10x12
14x16	224 sq ft	33% larger than 12x14
16x20	320 sq ft	42% larger than 14x16
16x24	384 sq ft	20% larger than 16x20

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Sleeping Capacity Vs Tent Size

Determining What Tent Size To Buy

Step 1. List People And Gear

Step 2. Test Layouts At Home

Wall Tent Square Footage Comparison

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