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Wawona 6

#10 on this list

Wawona 6

The North Face

The huge front vestibule is the whole argument: a covered kitchen and boot room in bad weather.

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Wonderland 6

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Wonderland 6

REI Co-op

Near-vertical walls, huge doors, and a fly that reaches the ground. The best all-round family tent sold in North America.

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Wawona 6 versus Wonderland 6 specifications
SpecWawona 6Wonderland 6
Capacity6-person6 person
Vestibule AreaLarge, standing height
Intended UseCar Camping
Season Rating3-Season3-Season
Pack WeightSubstantial
Packed WeightAround 22-25 lbs
Floor DimensionsApprox. 100 x 120 inches
Peak HeightUp to 78 inches
Packed SizeManaged for car transport

What our reviewers liked and didn't

Wawona 6

  • Massive, standing-height vestibule offers unmatched covered living space
  • Excellent weather protection for family camping
  • Generous interior sleeping capacity and headroom
  • Robust materials and construction for long-term durability
  • Good ventilation for a large tent
  • Heavy and bulky, strictly for car camping
  • Can be warm in direct sun with no breeze
  • Pitching requires some practice for one person

Wonderland 6

  • Exceptional interior space and headroom
  • Excellent weather protection from full-coverage fly
  • Large doors and windows for ventilation and views
  • Durable materials and solid construction
  • Relatively easy setup for a large tent
  • Significant packed weight and size
  • Not suitable for backpacking
  • No integrated floor divider for separate rooms

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