How to Choose Tents for Camping
REI Co-op Base Camp 6 Tent
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Durable construction and a full-coverage rainfly help make the Base Camp 6 suitable for most any weather condition, including snow.
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Sleeping Capacity
6-person
Packaged Weight
20 lbs. 13 oz.
Number of Doors
2 doors
Best Use
Camping
- Sturdy design with power-mesh front-to-back pole sleeves, color-coded side pole paths with clips and equal-length tent poles--all make setup easy
- Two doors aid ventilation, and make it easy to get in and out; features large pole-supported vestibule and smaller stake-out vestibule
- Large D-shaped doors have mesh on the outside and nylon on the inside for easy ventilation; door conveniently tucks away in pocket
- Full-coverage polyester rainfly with factory-sealed seams offers waterproof protection; clear film window lets you view the weather conditions
- Aluminum Combi-poles combine two different pole diameters to provide both increased strength and weight-savings
- Locking pole-tips and side-release buckles on rainfly offer convenient setup and take-down
- Reflective guy-outs and zipper pulls are thoughtful details
- Coated polyester oxford bound, cut-in floor is abrasion-resistant and holds a nice taut shape
- Includes mesh attic and interior pockets to keep your tent organized and small items close at hand
- Comes with zippered storage bag, pole bag, stake bag, pole repair tube, stakes, guylines and tighteners
- REI Co-op brand is certified to The Climate Label; we actively fund efforts to reduce carbon emissions across our business and support climate projects around the world
| Best Use | Camping |
|---|---|
| Seasons | 3-season |
| Sleeping Capacity | 6-person |
| Packaged Weight | 20 lbs. 13 oz. |
| Packed Size | 11 x 27 inches |
| Floor Dimensions | 125 x 100 inches |
| Floor Area | 87 square feet |
| Vestibule Area | 23 + 15 square feet |
| Peak Height | 73 inches |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors |
| Number of Poles | 4 +1 vestibule pole |
| Pole Material | Aluminum 6061 and 7001 series |
| Pole Diameter | 10.3/11 millimeters |
| Canopy Fabric | Nylon taffeta |
| Floor Fabric | Coated polyester oxford |
| Rainfly Fabric | Coated polyester ripstop |
| Footprint Included | No |
| Sustainability | From a Climate Label Certified brand |
Buying Advice
Better gear is built together
From feedback to field testing, all of our gear is dialed-in by REI Co-op members. Their adventures informed every stitch and detail—making for better, longer-lasting gear.
