(Our runner-up pick comes with eight.) Six is enough to secure the tent and fly but not to fully secure the tent’s extra lines in very windy conditions. These inexpensive stakes are comparable to the ones that accompany the Mineral King 3; these slightly more expensive stakes will serve you well in any car-camping terrain. To test the tents, we first opened them, splayed out their parts, and tried to put them together without consulting the instructions.
To reach the green on your tee shot, aim over the left edge of the right fairway bunker and watch your ball feed down towards the putting surface, or target a safe layup spot away from the fairway bunkers. Split the bunkers on your tee shot at the 11th, but favoring the right side will give you the best look at the green. Keep your approach shot safe by aiming on the right side of the green to avoid the deep bunker on the left. This par 4 angles to the right beyond the right-side fairway bunker.
It provided plenty of shade and protection from bugs, making it a worthwhile investment for any avid camper or nature enthusiast. However, as much as I appreciate the design and functionality of this tent, I’ve encountered a few drawbacks. Firstly, the mesh room lacks a floor, making it less useful for keeping insects at bay. Additionally, the clips that hold the tent pieces together are dangerously stretched, leading me to worry about their longevity. While the other issues may not be as concerning, it’s the clips that have me on the fence about using this tent again. I’ve enjoyed its versatility and airy feel, but I’ll wait and see if these problems can be fixed before deciding whether to purchase it again.
All three of these cathedral-style models offer three height settings. Over the years, we have utilized an impressive team of experienced canopy tent users, from market vendors to beach lovers. Jason is a native of Utah and seeks time in the outdoors every week. He spends his free time playing at local lakes, dunes, and campgrounds, where he routinely uses canopies for shade. He also is no stranger to the sideline, where he enjoys sitting under a canopy to watch family members play youth sports.
Even so, you should, ideally, stake down each corner securely; in some crowded campgrounds, however, finding a flat spot with soil soft enough to do that can be difficult. A tent that requires staking to stand up—especially a larger, six-person tent—is unwieldy, and it’ll be impossible to set up on a hard surface such as blacktop or on raised wooden tent decks. To ensure the longevity of your Ozark Trail Screen House, proper maintenance is essential. Regularly clean the screens and frames, and consider applying a protective coating to the materials to shield them from the elements. It is also essential to secure the screen house properly, especially in windy conditions. Overall, the Magnetic Door Screenhouses provides a welcome respite from those annoying bugs, and the convenient setup and lightweight materials make it a worthwhile addition to any picnic setup.
However, I did notice that the tent was not entirely waterproof during our camping trip. It managed to hold up during a downpour, but there were a few instances where water dripped in through the ceiling. It proved to be a minor inconvenience, and I think it might be worth investing in a waterproofing spray to help prevent any future leaks. Overall, the Ozark Trail 10-Person Camping Tent is a pretty good choice for families or friends looking to have a comfortable and spacious camping experience.
Despite having the smallest capacity of the tents we tested—42.5 square feet—the Mineral King 3 easily fits two people with a full-size mattress, or two sleeping pads, and ozark trail chair gear. Two large vestibules add nearly 40 square feet combined—that is, 18.75 square feet on either side. However, I did experience some challenges with the tent setup.