Heading out to a camping ground and camping can build memories to last a lifetime for families. Camping vacations are great for relaxing and recharging your batteries. But as you may already know, there are a lot of camping tents available for sale. The more that you know about what to look for that will work for you, the better chance you have of ferreting out the camping tent that is right for you. Follow along as we will look at some basic knowledge that your family should give some thought to in order to make a good buy.

Analyze Your Basic Requirements Before you and your friends even ever begin your tent shopping, give some thought to what your family could want in a tent. Right from the start consider getting atent that is durable and that is also weatherproof. Lousy shelter from the elements can wreck any camping adventure very quickly. Remember waterproof and durable and "Don't go camping without it"! Count how many of you will be in your party. If there is a large group you and your friends may want to consider several 3-man tents rather than a large one for everybody.

Understand Size Of Tent Required Here is a list based on camping experience. This leaves room for a wood stove and a small eating area. 8 foot x 10 foot -- 1 person (and maybe a small dog)

10 foot x 12 foot -- 2 will fit

12 foot x 14 foot -- 3 campers

12 foot x 18 foot -- 3 will fit and possibly a fourth

14 foot x 16 foot -- 4 campers

15 foot x 18 foot -- 4 to 5 people

16 foot x 20 foot -- 4 - 6 campers With the figures above in mind you should determine all the people who will be camping in the camping tent. How much floor area do they each need? Larger people will take a lot more space. Some tents are small one or two man units. Others will hold a large number of campers. Determining what you need can be difficult since everyone has their own idea of "elbow room".

Understand Tent Sizes Other factors come in to play to figure camping tent dimensions. Mentally gauge the gear you might have with you. Consider the sizes of sleeping mats or sleeping bags you and your family will be needing. Thought about foot gear or head gear? Does it stay in a vehicle? How about a camp Stove or cooking and eating gear. Consider other items like a small lighter, a pair of pliers, playing cards, axe, rope or Swiss Army knife. Consider what will take up floor space in the tent.

The tent you and your family leave the store with will have a great deal of influence on your camping trip. Keep these things in mind. Spend your money well. Then take the family to your next big adventure. And you will find places all over the world. Try Hilltop Campgrounds in Winnett, Montana in the United States. Or you can try Cape Le Grand National Park near Esperance in Australia.