The North Face's Most Popular Tent That's 'Very Roomy' and 'Easy to Pitch' Is an Ultra-Rare 25% Off at REI
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Last summer, thousands of campers added The North Face's Wawona Tent to their gear kits after it got a rare markdown at REI. This model is widely regarded as one of the best car camping tents, boasting a ton of floor and headspace in addition to many other thoughtfully curated features. We haven't seen it on sale since then, but REI's Anniversary Sale just kicked off, and the Wawona Tent is one of the featured products.
The North Face's four-person Wawona Tent is back on sale for $337, a savings of 25% on its normal price of $450. This medium-sized tent has earned over 80 five-star ratings from campers who agree it's one of the best around, and one even shared that theirs "stayed secure and dry through a rainstorm." It's currently available in two great colors, and both are the same price. We've seen these tents sell out before in a matter of days, so make sure to pick one up while they're still in stock.
The North Face Wawona 4 Tent, $280 (was $400) at REI
While the larger and wildly popular Wawona 6 Tent had a roomy covered vestibule akin to a garage, the Wawona 4 has a smaller covered area that still offers some space to stash gear outside of the tent. The interior is capable of sleeping four people in total, but, like any four-person tent, it’ll be more comfortable for two, leaving room to stretch out and store gear. The Wawona 4 also has plenty of pockets for books, headlamps, and other small essentials, as well as a gear loop that’s ideal for hanging a camping lantern. The included rainfly keeps you dry on stormy days, while the ample vents keep you cool on hot ones.
The ease of setup was a major part of this tent's appeal. “Easy to pitch and take down,” a shopper said. “We use this as a quick car camping tent in the North Carolina mountains.” Another wrote that it was “easy to set up for a beginner,” adding that there’s “lots of space for two people plus bags/suitcases.”
The spaciousness and comfort of the Wawona 4 were also major selling points. “Very roomy,” a shopper said. “Bought it just for me only in the tent. Lots of space for sleeping and my supplies…Just what I wanted for my car camping needs.” Another wrote, “We were able to fit our queen-size sleeping pad in the center of the tent with space for our gear on each side of us.”
Whether you’re camping with family and friends or flying solo, The North Face’s Wawona 4 Tent is a spacious option that’s easy to set up and can handle the elements. Now that it’s back on sale, those who missed out on the Labor Day price will surely be scooping one up. If you want one for yourself, make sure to buy it ASAP because it's bound to sell out soon.