20 Best 1 Man Tents for Wild Camping in 2024

Nothing beats the feeling of heading out into the wild and setting up camp for the night. I’m not usually one for the solo adventure, but after a year of not being able to travel anywhere, I decided to try and find the best 1 man tents for wild camping. You never know, I might just get into it.

If you’re in a hurry, my two favourites are:

How to Choose a Tent for Wild Camping

When choosing a tent, whether it is for wild camping or family camping, there are various factors you will need to consider:

• Weight – This is the packed weight of the tent. Lighter tents are great for wild camping and trekking, where you will be carrying your kit with you to find a place to camp. Anything over 2.5kg might be a little too heavy for a long hike, but you will struggle to find a decent 1 man tent that is over this weight
• Berth – This is the number of people that the tent is designed to accommodate. You may find this number will result in a fairly “snug” sleeping arrangement for the number it claims, except with a 1 man tent of course
• Bedroom Space – This is the amount of space designed for sleeping in. This is usually the main inner tent
• Outer Tent Space – The outer tent space is the total amount of space the tent will take up. This is usually the size of your flysheet and will include the storage space inside the tent
• Tent Style – This is the shape of the tent. Styles include Tunnel, Dome and Ridge, as well as many others
• Waterproofing – This is measured by Hydrostatic Head, which is how large a column of water your tent could resist
• Storage – This is the area in your tent where you can store your kit, that isn’t your sleeping area (also known as a porch)
• Seasons – This is the number of seasons that the tent is designed to be used in. A 3 season tent will be designed for spring, summer and autumn. A 4 or all-season tent will be warmer and include the winter.

Best 1 Man Wild Camping Tent for Under £200

Vango Nevis 100 1 Man Tent

The Vango Nevis 100 is a great low cost 1 man tent for those who are just starting out wild camping.

At just £90, you get a tent with some premium specifications at an entry-level price. One of these premium features is the 3,000mm hydrostatic head rating for the rain fly, which is up there with some of the more premium products available.

With a bedroom width of 95cm, there is plenty of space for you to fit your sleeping mat inside as well as some of your camping gear. The porch area also offers a little space for your boots as well, though you might struggle to fit lots of kit in there.

At 1,700 grams altogether, this tent is one of the heaviest on the list, however, it should be manageable for one person to carry.

This tent would be a great choice for those just starting with wild camping.

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Naturehike CloudUp1 210T 1 Person Tent

The Naturehike CloudUp1 210T is another low-cost tent for those looking to get into wild camping.

The rain fly and groundsheet come with a hydrostatic head of 3,000mm, which is quite high compared to some of the premium brands on the list.

You also get a good amount of space with this tent, with a sleeping area of 230cm x 110cm, which is easy enough to fit your sleeping mat and some gear. There is a small porch area at the front, though this isn’t much to write home about.

The tent is on the heavier side at 1,600 grams, but this isn’t excessively heavy by any means.

Another great option for those looking to get started with wild camping and not wanting to spend a fortune on the ultralight options out there.

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Geertop 4 Season 1 Person Tent

The Geertop 4 Season Tent is a low cost, teepee style tent costing just £100.

At a weight of 1,160, this is a fairly light tent for the cost, however, this weight is excluding the support pole as this tent is designed to be used with a trekking pole. If you were already intending on using a trekking pole then that’s fine. If you weren’t going to use one, then you will need to use one or buy a support pole to use with the tent.

The hydrostatic head for the fly and groundsheet is 3,000mm, which is very good for this price.

You get a decent bedroom space with this tent at 210cm x 90cm. This is plenty of space for your sleeping mat and some gear as well. There is also a good amount of room in the porch area as well for boots and things you don’t want to take into your tent.

A good tent for those who already have a trekking pole and are looking to save weight in their rucksack.

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Forclaz Trek 900 1 Person Tent

The Forclaz Trek 900 is a low cost, Y-Framed self standing tent designed for the solo camper.

For your £110, you get a tent with a hydrostatic head of 2,000mm for the rain fly, which is a good amount for most weather in the UK.

Weighing 1,300 grams, this tent weighs just above average for a 1 man tent but should be fine for you to stick in your rucksack.

The sleeping area on this tent is fairly narrow, at just 60cm wide. This will fit most sleeping mats inside, but not much else.

If you want a roomy tent for wild camping, this probably won’t be for you.

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DD Superlight 1 Person Tarp Tent

The DD Superlight Tarp Tent is a very light 1 man tent, weighing in at just 710 grams.

For the relatively low price of £135, you get a rain fly with a hydrostatic head of 3,000mm, which is perfectly adequate for most months of the year in the UK.

You get a decent amount of bedroom space with this tent, with a floorspace of around 250cm x 110cm. This is plenty of space for you, your sleeping mat and some of your cleaner items to join you inside your tent. There is also a small area for your muddy boots as well in the porch.

The downside with this tent is that it is designed to be used with some walking poles, which are not included with the tent. This is one of the main reasons that this tent is so light compared to other tents with poles included.

A great choice for those who already have walking poles and are just looking at a good 1 man tent to go with them.

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Six Moon Designs Skyscape Scout Solo Tent

The Six Moon Designs Skyscape Scout Solo Tent is another decent, lower cost 1 man tent, costing £175.

Weighing 1,136 grams, this is a fairly lightweight tent for this price bracket.

The bedroom space is large compared to other solo tents, with a floor space of 262cm x 122cm. If almost as big as some 2 man tents. This means you have lots of space for your gear inside your tent as well.

A great option for those who like to spread out when they sleep.

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Best 1 man tents for wild camping between £200 and £400

MSR Elixir 1 Person Tent

The MSR Elixir 1 tent is a durable 1 man geodesic tent.

Weighing 1,854 grams, this is the heaviest tent on the list. If you want a really light tent then you might want to move on to the next tent on the list.

For your £215 you get a tent with a hydrostatic head of 1,500mm on the rain fly and 3,000 on the groundsheet. This should do you well in most of the weather the UK can throw at you in the warmer months.

You get a decent amount of space with this tent. The bedroom space is 218cm x 84cm, which is a good amount of room. The porch space is on the larger side, which is great for keeping your wet/dirty gear separate.

The tent would be a good choice for the stronger wild camper who wants a durable tent.

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Six Moons Designs Lunar Solo Tent

The Six Moons Designs Lunar Solo Tent is very light, teepee style 1 man tent.

Weighing just 732 grams, this tent is very light and packs down to just 28cm x 12cm in your rucksack. Perfect for those wanting to save space and weight. The downside is that you need to use trekking poles for the supports, which you would need to take with you on your trip.

The tent also comes with a hydrostatic head of 3,000mm for both the fly and groundsheet, which is suitable for most conditions in the UK.

The sleeping space on this tent is quite generous also, with a floor space of 229cm x 122cm. This should be more than enough for 1 wild camper and their gear.

A great option for those who already have trekking poles and want a roomy, lightweight tent for their wild camping adventures.

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Sierra Designs High Side 1 Person Tent

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Wechsel Exogen 1 Person Tent

The Wechsel Exogen tent is a 1 man dome tent with a decent amount of internal space.

With a bedroom floor space measuring 215cm x 118cm, you will have plenty of space for yourself and all your camping gear. There is also a small storage space for your muddy wet gear as well.

Weighing 1,336 grams, this tent is above average in terms of weight, so if you are looking to pack light then this might not be the best option for you.

You get a good hydrostatic head rating of 3,000mm for the fly and 5,000mm for the groundsheet.

If you want a really durable tent for wild camping then this might be for you, however, there are other options available with similar features at a lower price.

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Big Agnes Scout 1 Platinum Tent

The Big Agnes Scout 1 Platinum Tent is an ultralight tent for those looking to pack the lightest gear possible.

Weighing just 366 grams, this tent is ridiculously light. However, there are some significant compromises you make for this mega light tent.

Narrowing down to 56cm at the “pointy” end of the tent, you don’t get a lot of room inside the tent. At 213cm long, it’s also not the longest tent, but should be enough for your average wild camper.

The hydrostatic head of 1,200mm is quite low compared to other tents as well, but should be enough withstand most weather in the UK warmer months.

A great choice for the camper looking to pack as light as possible.

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Nemo Hornet 1 Person Tent

The Nemo Hornet 1P is a lightweight one man tent that is built to last.

Weighing 744 grams, this is one of the lighter one man tents available.

A downside with this tent is the low hydrostatic head rating of 1,200mm for the fly and groundsheet. This should be fine for the warmer months in the UK, but there are other tents available with a higher rating.

The bedroom space of this tent is 222cm x 79cm is quite long, but fairly narrow. This should still be fine for your gear, but isn’t palatial compared to other tents. You do get a decent porch space for your wet gear though.

A good option for those looking to make a longer-term investment into a durable tent.

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Marmot Tungsten UL 1P Tent

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The Marmot Tungsten UL 1P Tent is a dome style 1 person tent weighing in at just under 1kg.

For £360 you get a tent with a hydrostatic head rating of 1,500mm for the fly and 2,000mm for the groundsheet. This is suitable for the warmer months in the UK, but won’t withstand stronger precipitation.

With a bedroom space of 214cm x 74cm, this isn’t a large tent but should be enough for the solo wild camper. You get a decent amount of storage in the porch area as well.

A good option for those looking for a good quality tent.

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Best 1 man tents for wild camping over £400

MSR Carbon Reflex 1 Person Tent

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The MSR Carbon Reflex is a durable, lightweight 1 man tent.

Weighing 790 grams, this tent is lighter than most of the tents on this list, so would be a good option for those looking to pack light.

The hydrostatic head of 1,200mm for both the fly and groundsheet is a little disappointing compared to other options on the list, but it should be adequate for the warmer months in the UK.

At £440, you are getting a high quality, light 1 man tent.

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Terra Nova Competition 1 Person Tent

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The Terra Nova Competition 1 is a high quality 1 man tent.

Weighing 1,590 grams, it is one of the heaviest tents on the list. However, you do get a tent with a good amount of space, with a bedroom space of 220cm x 93cm and an extra 50cm for the porch.

The hydrostatic head of 3,000mm for the fly and 7,000mm is great for pretty much any weather in the UK.

This tent would be a great longer term investment for those serious about wild camping regularly in the UK.

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Snow Peak Lago Pro 1 Person Tent

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The Snow Peak Lago Pro 1 Tent is a 1 man tunnel tent designed for durability and long term use.

With a floor space of 210cm x 105cm, this tent should provide a good amount of space for sleeping, with some room for your gear as well.

The hydrostatic head of 1,500mm is fairly low at this price point but should withstand most precipitation in the warmer months.

A good tent for those who want a tent that is built to last.

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Fjallraven Abisko Lite 1 Tent

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The Fjallraven Abisko Lite 1 Tent is a high quality, 1 man tunnel tent.

Weighing 1,630 grams, this is a heavy tent compared to others on the list, but this shouldn’t be too heavy for the average wild camper to carry.

With a hydrostatic head of 3,000mm for the fly and 6,000mm for the groundsheet, this tent is designed to withstand camping in all seasons.

You get a floor space of 220cm x 90cm, which is a good amount of space for you and your gear.

For £500, this is a good tent for those looking to buy a tent that will last them a lifetime.

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Vango F10 Hydrogen Air Tent

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The Vango F10 Hydrogen Air Tent is on of the lightest tents on the list, weighing just 500 grams.

Unlike the Big Agnes Scout, where you need to add walking poles as well, this tent uses air to stand up, meaning that the 500g is a true weight without having to add additional items.

It packs down very small at 20cm x 12cm, which is the smallest on the list. Even though it packs down small, you still get a decent amount of sleeping area, at 220cm x 90cm.

The hydrostatic head of 2,000cm is a little low compared to others, but it is adequate compared to others on the list.

A great tent for those looking for a light, space saving tent.

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Lightwave S15 Sigma 1 Person Tent

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The Lightwave S15 Sigma Tent is a geodesic 1 man tent with a very high resistance to the rain.

With a hydrostatic head of 20,000mm for the fly, there is very little you can throw at this 4 season tent that it couldn’t withstand.

Weighing 1,144 grams, this tent is average in terms of weight for 1 man tents.

The floor space is decent as well, at 230cm x 95cm, you should get all your gear inside as well.

This is a very durable, weather-resistant tent, great for those looking to wild camp whatever the weather.

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Hilleberg Enan 1 Person Tent

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The Hilleberg Enan Tent is a top of the range, durable 1 man tent that is built to last.

With a hydrostatic head of 5,000mm for the fly and 12,000mm for the groundsheet, there is little that the UK weather could throw at you that this tent couldn’t cope with.

At a weight of 1,200 grams, it pretty average in terms of weight and should be easy enough for many to carry.

The floor space of 215cm x 95cm will be enough for you and your camping gear. You also get a decent amount of porch space for your wet gear and boots.

A great long term investment for those who want a tent that is built to last.

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Summary

Hopefully from the above, you have been able to find a tent that takes your fancy. I believe the best 1 man tent for wild camping is the Terra Nova Competition 1 as it is a premium quality tent with premiums standard features. You’re unlikely to get caught out by the weather in this tent.

If you are still not sure if wild camping is for you and don’t want to splash out too much on your first tent, the Vango Nevis 100 will offer you great protection from the elements at a fraction of the price.

Is there anything that I have missed that you need to know about? Let me know and I will try and add it to this guide.