Kelty Highroads Shelter
Level up your vehicle-based exploration with the Kelty Highroads shelter. Crafted with heavy-duty fabrics and robust aluminum poles, the shelter provides serious shade for any car-camping adventure.




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- Universal vehicle attachment system easily connects on the side or rear of most vehicles including small hatchbacks, tall vans and lifted 4x4s
- Oversize aluminum poles offer enhanced durability and strength; field repair pole segment included
- Heavy-duty waterproof fabric offers increased durability and weather resistance
- 1 interior zippered pocket with key fob keeps high value items secure
- 2 interior mesh pockets offer additional organization
- Adjustable sidewalls allow flexible staking options and additional protection if it rains
- Large entryway door with zippered mesh window provides options to button things up when the weather turns
- Quick Corners for lightning-fast and easy setup
- Floorless tarp structure provides sanctuary from the elements
- Secondary roof rack attachment straps provide fitment options for custom setups
- Shark Mouth duffel for easy pack up and crossbody transport
- Stay dry with 1,500 mm polyurethane-backed fabrics with PFAS-free durable water repellent (DWR)
- Includes heavy-duty steel stakes and pre-attached reflective guylines
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View all Kelty Shade SheltersBest Use | Camping |
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Weight | 11 lbs. 8 oz. |
Packaged Weight | 11 lbs. 8 oz. |
Packed Size | 23.5 x 10 x 7 inches |
Covered Area | 50-120 square feet |
Peak Height | 80-108 inches |
Number of Doors | 1 door |
Number of Poles | 2 main/1 brow |
Pole Material | Aluminum |
Pole Diameter | Main: 11 mm; brow: 13 millimeters |
Canopy Fabric | Heavy-duty 210-denier polyester Oxford/1,500 mm/PFAS-free durable water repellent (DWR) |
Design Type | Vehicle |
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Game changer for tiny camper & car camping
I saw several positive reviews for the Backroads Shelter by Kelty, but wanted something with aluminum poles instead of fiberglass. Kelty listened and this version was produced. We've used it on two trips so far, and it makes a nice privacy shelter attached to our tiny camper. Our first camping trip we opened up the sides to enjoy the view, but on the trip that these pictures were taken we were dealing with cold weather, rain, and sustained winds of over 20 miles per hour for 2 days. Gusts were hitting the '40s! I ended up adding a couple extra guy lines and this held up without issue. No water inside, and it survived the wind in a way our awning never would have.
Good addition to my teardrop trailer.
I used this tied to the back of my teardrop trailer at a beach campground in NC this weekend. It provided good shade and held up to 22mph wind gusts for 3 nights. It was easy enough to put up and take down. I’m glad I had it and would buy it again.
Great addition for car camping
I took this for my cross country trip, I loved its functionality, it gives good living space under the event of weather when car camping. However on my third use I had a pretty bad storm and the part that goes over the car ripped, I don’t know how it happened. I still gave 5 stars because REI took it back and sent me a new one, I shall see how it will hold in the future. I love REI customer service I never had bad experiences.
Outstanding car shelter
This shelter is an amazing upgrade with its sturdy aluminum poles and logical set up. Even as a shorter person, I was able to set it up solo without issues, and it attached securely and easily to a Subaru Forester, while still allowing me to open the lift gate with it deployed. While it is not bug proof since there is not fully enclosed mesh netting, I appreciate its versatility in allowing one to button it fairly down for inclement weather or open the door and roll up the sides when desired. I had been researching everything from awnings to tarps, and I think this lands in a sweet spot, and I appreciate that it is lightweight and stores easily in the car when not needed.
Excellent upgrade from the Backroads Shelter
I purchased this shelter as an upgrade to the Backroads shelters that I’d been using and it was totally worth the upgrade! The materials are much beefier, the aluminum poles are lighter, and it would appear that the zippers are a significant improvement over the other product as well. As others have said, these shelters are just a car camping game changer!
great addition to car camping
Used with my 2018 Chevy equinox. Excellent protection from the rain and elements. Retains heat.