10 Best Kelty Light Weight Tents for January 2021

Last Updated On December 20, 2020

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Kelty Tuck 22F Degree Mummy Sleeping Bag – 3 Season Ultralight Sleeping Bag with Thermal Pocket Hood, Zippered Opening in Footbox. Lightweight Traveling Backpacking Tent/Hammock Camping Sleep System – Stuff Sack Included

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Kelty Tuck 22F Degree Mummy Sleeping Bag – 3 Season Ultralight Sleeping Bag with Thermal Pocket Hood

Zippered Opening in Footbox. Lightweight Traveling Backpacking Tent/Hammock Camping Sleep System – Stuff Sack Included

by Kelty

What We like

The perfect blend of warmth and compressibility. ThermaPro is a fiber blend engineered to retain warmth & provide superior packability. A synthetic backpacking bag with enough comfort features, it will quickly become your go-to camping necessity

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Comfort Tuck: Easily pull one or both feet out on warmer nights, or keep it zipped tight for toasty toes when the temperature drops
Regular: Fits to 6 ft. Long: Fits to 6ft 6in
Media-integrated storage pocket + Offset quilt construction + Zipper draft tube with anti-snag design
75D Polyester Taffeta Shell + 75D Polyester Taffeta Liner + ThermaPro Insulation + Comfort-Tuck Zipper System
Thermal-comfort hood and natural fit footbox, Zipper draft tube with antisnag design

Comfort tuck: easily pull one or both feet out on warmer nights, or keep it zipped tight for toasty toes when the temperature drops Thermal-comfort hood and natural fit footbox, zipper draft tube with antisnag design 75d polyester taffeta shell + 75d polyester taffeta liner + thermapro insulation + comfort-tuck zipper system Regular: fits to 6 ft. long: fits to 6ft 6in Media-integrated storage pocket + offset quilt construction + zipper draft tube with anti-snag design

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Kelty Night Owl Backpacking and Camping Tent (Updated Version of Trail Ridge Tent) - Lightweight Design Plus Oversized Doors with Spacious Interior, 2-Person

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Kelty Night Owl Backpacking and Camping Tent (Updated Version of Trail Ridge Tent)

Lightweight Design Plus Oversized Doors with Spacious Interior, 2-Person

by Kelty

What We like

Kelty popular Stargazing Fly system: quickly and easily roll up a portion of the rainfly. Secure the rolled fly with simple clips and youre free to enjoy a view of the stars and reap the benefits of increased ventilation.

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Internal storage pockets include a ceiling pocket. Some of these are nightlight pockets, made to convert your headlamps beam into a comfortable interior glow.
The Kelty night Owl offers excellent livability at an affordable price. Easy to set up and equipped with pockets that help with illumination, it's ideal for anyone who appreciates increased visibility when setting up camp after dark.
Aluminium Pole set consists of two hub bed and one ridged pole. Pockets at the corners of the tent keep one end of the pole secure as you move around to deal with the other end. Guy line pockets mean that you wont have bits of line blowing in the wind.
Walls are No-see-um mesh and the floor is tough 68 denier fabric, water resistant to 1800 mm. The seams are taped to keep moisture on the outside. The freestanding design means you can pitch the tent and then move it around to find the best site.

Aluminium pole set consists of two hub bed and one ridged pole. pockets at the corners of the tent keep one end of the pole secure as you move around to deal with the other end. guy line pockets mean that you wont have bits of line blowing in the wind. Internal storage pockets include a ceiling pocket. some of these are nightlight pockets, made to convert your headlamps beam into a comfortable interior glow. Walls are no-see-um mesh and the floor is tough 68 denier fabric, water resistant to 1800 mm. the seams are taped to keep moisture on the outside. the freestanding design means you can pitch the tent and then move it around to find the best site. The Kelty night owl offers excellent livability at an affordable price. easy to set up and equipped with pockets that help with illumination, it's ideal for anyone who appreciates increased visibility when setting up camp after dark.

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Kelty Dirt Motel 2 Person Lightweight Backpacking and Camping Tent (Updated Version of Kelty TN Tent) - 2 Vestibule Freestanding Design - Stargazing Fly, DAC Poles, Stuff Sack Included

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Kelty Dirt Motel 2 Person Lightweight Backpacking and Camping Tent (Updated Version of Kelty TN Tent)

2 Vestibule Freestanding Design, Stargazing Fly, DAC Poles, Stuff Sack Included

by Kelty

What We like

This tent includes Keltys Shark mouth stuff sack, designed to make stuffing easier, and reflective guy lines. The custom-fit Kelty dirt Motel 2P footprint (sold separately) can further protect your tent from wet ground, roots and rocks.

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The tent is supported by compact DAC Press fit poles. The setup for this tent includes two hubbed poles and one Ridge pole. This assembly creates vertical walls, which provide more overall Living space inside the tent, instead of a peak in the center.
Offering exceptional room for your head and shoulders, The 3-season Kelty dirt Motel 2P tent offers you an unobstructed view of the backcountry if you peel back the protective rainfly.
The freestanding design means you can pitch the tent and then move it around to find the best site. The rainfly is 40 denier siliconized rip stop nylon rated to 1500 mm. All seams are tape sealed to further ensure weather protection.
Stargazing Fly system: quickly and easily roll up a portion of the rainfly. Secure the rolled fly with simple clips and youre free to enjoy a view of the stars and reap the benefits of increased ventilation.
The floor of the tent is polyurethane coated 70 denier nylon with a 3000 mm water resistant rating. No-see-um mesh walls provide ventilation and keep out unwelcome guests. Two doors provide flexibility and privacy.

The floor of the tent is polyurethane coated 70 denier nylon with a 3000 mm water resistant rating. no-see-um mesh walls provide ventilation and keep out unwelcome guests. two doors provide flexibility and privacy. Offering exceptional room for your head and shoulders, the 3-season Kelty dirt motel 2p tent offers you an unobstructed view of the backcountry if you peel back the protective rainfly. The tapered tent measures 84 x 50 (at its widest point), with a peak height of 42. 5 inches. the interior space is 28 square feet. it has two vented vestibules, which together protect almost 18 square feet of real estate. The tent is supported by compact dac press fit poles. the setup for this tent includes two hubbed poles and one ridge pole. this assembly creates vertical walls, which provide more overall living space inside the tent, instead of a peak in the center. Stargazing fly system: quickly and easily roll up a portion of the rainfly. secure the rolled fly with simple clips and youre free to enjoy a view of the stars and reap the benefits of increased ventilation. The freestanding design means you can pitch the tent and then move it around to find the best site. the rainfly is 40 denier siliconized rip stop nylon rated to 1500 mm. all seams are tape sealed to further ensure weather protection.

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Kelty Dirt Motel 4 Person Lightweight Backpacking and Camping Tent (Updated Version of Kelty TN Tent) - 2 Vestibule Freestanding Design - Stargazing Fly, DAC Poles, Stuff Sack Included

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Kelty Dirt Motel 4 Person Lightweight Backpacking and Camping Tent (Updated Version of Kelty TN Tent)

2 Vestibule Freestanding Design, Stargazing Fly, DAC Poles, Stuff Sack Included

by Kelty

What We like

This tent includes Keltys Shark mouth stuff sack, designed to make stuffing easier, and reflective guy lines. The custom-fit Kelty dirt Motel 4P footprint (sold separately) can further protect your tent from wet ground, roots and rocks.

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The tent is supported by compact DAC Press fit poles. The setup for this tent includes two hubbed poles and one Ridge pole. This assembly creates vertical walls, which provide more overall Living space inside the tent, instead of a peak in the center.
Offering exceptional room for your head and shoulders, The Kelty dirt Motel 4P tent allows you and the whole family to take in the stars when backpacking or camping.
The freestanding design means you can pitch the tent and then move it around to find the best site. The rainfly is 40 denier siliconized rip stop nylon rated to 1500 mm. All seams are tape sealed to further ensure weather protection.
The floor of the tent is polyurethane coated 70 denier nylon with a 3000 mm water resistant rating. No-see-um mesh walls provide ventilation and keep out unwelcome guests. Two doors provide flexibility and privacy.
The tent measures 94 x 85 with a peak height of 46 inches. The interior space is 55. 5 square feet. It has two vented vestibules, which together protect 18 square feet of real estate.

The freestanding design means you can pitch the tent and then move it around to find the best site. the rainfly is 40 denier siliconized rip stop nylon rated to 1500 mm. all seams are tape sealed to further ensure weather protection. The tent is supported by compact dac press fit poles. the setup for this tent includes two hubbed poles and one ridge pole. this assembly creates vertical walls, which provide more overall living space inside the tent, instead of a peak in the center. The tent measures 94 x 85 with a peak height of 46 inches. the interior space is 55. 5 square feet. it has two vented vestibules, which together protect 18 square feet of real estate. Offering exceptional room for your head and shoulders, the Kelty dirt motel 4p tent allows you and the whole family to take in the stars when backpacking or camping. Stargazing fly system: quickly and easily roll up a portion of the rainfly. secure the rolled fly with simple clips and youre free to enjoy a view of the stars and reap the benefits of increased ventilation. The floor of the tent is polyurethane coated 70 denier nylon with a 3000 mm water resistant rating. no-see-um mesh walls provide ventilation and keep out unwelcome guests. two doors provide flexibility and privacy.

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Kelty Grand Mesa Backpacking Tent (2020 Update) - 2 Person

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Kelty Grand Mesa Backpacking Tent (2020 Update)

2 Person

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What We like

Freestanding, Lightweight Design: Freestanding design allows for the tent to be pitched and then moved around to find the best camp site. Lightweight materials contribute a weight of 4lbs. 1oz (2 person) or 6lbs. 13oz (4 Person).

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The Nitty Gritty: Overall size (in inches) 85x57/44, 30 square feet interior space, packed size 16x7x7in, packed weight 4lbs. 12oz. 1 door, 1 vestibule, rated for 3 season use.
Kelty Craftsmanship: Kelty is synonymous with quality in the outdoor community, and for good reason. Kelty gear is built for play, and built to last. Designed in Colorado, and ready to be put through the ringer around the world (or in the backyard).
2020 Updates: Kelty Quick Corners keep poles in place during setup, EZ-Zip vestibule with fully taped seams, Shark Mouth carry bag for easier pack up and storage.
Fully featured and refreshed for 2020, the reliable backpacking companion Grand Mesa tent is now even grander. Easy, affordable, and awesome like your favorite freeze-dried meal. Without the heart burn.
Dependable Materials: 2 compact folding, DAC pressfit aluminum poles, weather resistant and long lasting 68D polyester tent floor and rainfly fabric, and fully seam taped construction. Color coded clip and fly attachment for simple set up.

Fully featured and refreshed for 2020, the reliable backpacking companion grand mesa tent is now even grander. easy, affordable, and awesome like your favorite freeze-dried meal. without the heart burn. The nitty gritty: overall size (in inches) 85x57/44, 30 square feet interior space, packed size 16x7x7in, packed weight 4lbs. 12oz. 1 door, 1 vestibule, rated for 3 season use. Dependable materials: 2 compact folding, dac pressfit aluminum poles, weather resistant and long lasting 68d polyester tent floor and rainfly fabric, and fully seam taped construction. color coded clip and fly attachment for simple set up. 2020 updates: KELTY quick corners keep poles in place during setup, ez-zip vestibule with fully taped seams, shark mouth carry bag for easier pack up and storage. KELTY craftsmanship: KELTY is synonymous with quality in the outdoor community, and for good reason. KELTY gear is built for play, and built to last. designed in colorado, and ready to be put through the ringer around the world (or in the backyard).

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Kelty Night Owl Backpacking and Camping Tent (2019 - Updated Version of Trail Ridge Tent) - Lightweight Design Plus Oversized Doors with Spacious Interior (Renewed)

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Kelty Night Owl Backpacking and Camping Tent (2019

Updated Version of Trail Ridge Tent), Lightweight Design Plus Oversized Doors with Spacious Interior (Renewed)

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What We like

Kelly's popular Stargazing Fly system: quickly and easily roll up a portion of the rainfly. Secure the rolled fly with simple clips and youre free to enjoy a view of the stars and reap the benefits of increased ventilation.

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Product Features

Internal storage pockets include a ceiling pocket. Some of these are nightlight pockets, made to convert your headlamps beam into a comfortable interior glow.
The Kelby Night Owl offers excellent livability at an affordable price. Easy to set up and equipped with pockets that help with illumination, it's ideal for anyone who appreciates increased visibility when setting up camp after dark.
walls are No-see-um mesh and the floor is tough 68 denier fabric, water resistant to 1800 mm. The seams are taped to keep moisture on the outside. The freestanding design means you can pitch the tent and then move it around to find the best site.
Aluminum pole set consists of two hub bed and one ridged pole. Pockets at the corners of the tent keep one end of the pole secure as you move around to deal with the other end. Guy line pockets mean that you wont have bits of line blowing in the wind.

The kelby night owl offers excellent livability at an affordable price. easy to set up and equipped with pockets that help with illumination, it's ideal for anyone who appreciates increased visibility when setting up camp after dark. Walls are no-see-um mesh and the floor is tough 68 denier fabric, water resistant to 1800 mm. the seams are taped to keep moisture on the outside. the freestanding design means you can pitch the tent and then move it around to find the best site. Aluminum pole set consists of two hub bed and one ridged pole. pockets at the corners of the tent keep one end of the pole secure as you move around to deal with the other end. guy line pockets mean that you wont have bits of line blowing in the wind. Internal storage pockets include a ceiling pocket. some of these are nightlight pockets, made to convert your headlamps beam into a comfortable interior glow.

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Kelty All Inn 3P Tent – Lightweight, Backpacking, Camping, Thru Hiking Shelter, Freestanding Design, Ample Interior Space Ultralight DAC Poles, Stuff Sack Included (3 Person)

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Kelty All Inn 3P Tent – Lightweight

Backpacking, Camping, Thru Hiking Shelter, Freestanding Design, Ample Interior Space Ultralight DAC Poles, Stuff Sack Included (3 Person)

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What We like

WIGGLE ROOM: There are three doors, one located on either side and one on the front, making entry and exit easy for all occupants, zip open mesh window on the front door of the vestibule, allowing air to circulate and move across the tent while still prov

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BUILT TO LAST: Kelty is synonymous with quality in the outdoor community for good reason. Kelty gear is built for play, and built to last. Your All Inn tent is ready to be put through the ringer in the backcountry, the back yard, and everywhere in between
HEAVY ON FEATURES, LIGHT IN YOUR PACK: Keltys premium backpacking shelter option, the All Inn features DAC Pressfit poles, 15D Polyester walls, 40D siliconized nylon ripstop/1500mm waterproof floor and rainfly
MAXIMUM USABLE SPACE: setup includes 3 hubbed poles and one ridge pole. This arrangement creates vertical walls, which provide more overall living space inside the tent, instead of just a peak in the center
ULTRALIGHT: Weighing in at just over 3 pounds, this fully featured shelter is in a class of its own. Packed away easily with Kelty's shark mouth stuff sack, you wont' struggle to get this thing back in your pack after a restful night's sleep.

Ultralight: weighing in at just over 3 pounds, this fully featured shelter is in a class of its own. packed away easily with Kelty's shark mouth stuff sack, you wont' struggle to get this thing back in your pack after a restful night's sleep. Built to last: Kelty is synonymous with quality in the outdoor community for good reason. Kelty gear is built for play, and built to last. your all inn tent is ready to be put through the ringer in the backcountry, the back yard, and everywhere in between Maximum usable space: setup includes 3 hubbed poles and one ridge pole. this arrangement creates vertical walls, which provide more overall living space inside the tent, instead of just a peak in the center Heavy on features, light in your pack: Keltys premium backpacking shelter option, the all inn features dac pressfit poles, 15d polyester walls, 40d siliconized nylon ripstop/1500mm waterproof floor and rainfly

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Kelty Redwing 50 Backpack, Twilight Blue

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Kelty Redwing 50 Backpack

Twilight Blue

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Suspension Features: Perfect Fit Suspension, HDPE frame sheet, Hex Mesh back panel, ventilating back , Sternum strap, Load lifter strap

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Redwing is a tried & true trail value for all day hikes or a quick overnight, a true multipurpose pack from international travel to a day on the trail
Pockets: 1 interior slip, 7 interior zip
Perfect Fit Suspension supplies you w/ customized comfort without the hassle, accurate on body adjustments w/ 3 simple steps for pack fitting success
Dimensions: Size (L x W x D) 26 x 16 x 12 in, Weight 3 lbs 11 oz, Volume 50 L, Torso Size 15.5 - 21 in
Features: Top Loading,Zippered side pockets, front pocket w/ organization, Stretch front pouch, Hydration Compatible

Redwing is a tried & true trail value for all day hikes or a quick overnight, a true multipurpose pack from international travel to a day on the trail Pockets: 1 interior slip, 7 interior zip Perfect fit suspension supplies you w/ customized comfort without the hassle, accurate on body adjustments w/ 3 simple steps for pack fitting success Features: top loading,zippered side pockets, front pocket w/ organization, stretch front pouch, hydration compatible Dimensions: size (l x w x d) 26 x 16 x 12 in, weight 3 lbs 11 oz, volume 50 l, torso size 15.5 - 21 in

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Kelty Red Cloud 90 Backpack, Twilight Blue

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Kelty Red Cloud 90 Backpack

Twilight Blue

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Features: Top Loading, Top Lid converts to Sling Pack, Zippered side pockets, front pocket w/ organization, Stretch front pouch, Hydration Compatible

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Suspension: PerfectFIT suspension, HDPE frame sheet & waist belt, mesh back panel, waist belt, Sternum strap, Dual light beam aluminum stays
Perfect Fit Suspension supplies you w/ customized comfort without the hassle
Capacity, suspension, custom fit, simplified organization, the only pack you'll need for your adventures features our Perfect Fit suspension system
Dimensions: Size (L x W x D) 34 x 19 x 15 in, Weight 5lbs 6 oz, Volume 90 L, Optimal Carry Weight: 20-60 lbs

Dimensions: size (l x w x d) 34 x 19 x 15 in, weight 5lbs 6 oz, volume 90 l, optimal carry weight: 20-60 lbs Perfect fit suspension supplies you w/ customized comfort without the hassle Capacity, suspension, custom fit, simplified organization, the only pack you'll need for your adventures features our perfect fit suspension system Suspension: perfectfit suspension, hdpe frame sheet & waist belt, mesh back panel, waist belt, sternum strap, dual light beam aluminum stays

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Kelty Outback 4 Person Camping Tent, Grey

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Kelty Outback 4 Person Camping Tent

Grey

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The easy-to-use attached guylines help stabilize the tent in windy conditions, and then tuck away into the built in guyline storage pockets when not in use. The tent also features noiseless zipper pulls and comes with a full coverage fly.

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Optimum comfort at an affordable price point; that's the Outback 4.
Thats why we made the Outback 4 with an easy-to-set-up X tent design and a huge D-door for ease-of access into your temporary abode.
For car camping and festivals, comfort is king.
A double stake-point vestibule creates more space for your gear, so you can sprawl out and enjoy maximum relaxation.

A double stake-point vestibule creates more space for your gear, so you can sprawl out and enjoy maximum relaxation. Optimum comfort at an affordable price point; that's the outback 4. Thats why we made the outback 4 with an easy-to-set-up x tent design and a huge d-door for ease-of access into your temporary abode. For car camping and festivals, comfort is king.