Best 4 Season Tents in Australia – Which is #1?

Planning on doing some camping in extreme weather and want a tent that will hold up regardless of the conditions? In that case, a 4 season tent is what you need.

But how do you choose which one to get? What should you look out for when buying one? In this article, I review and compare the best 4 season tents Australia to help you make the right decision.

There aren’t actually that many pure 4 season tents in Australia, so the tents in this article are all rated as 3-4 seasons. Nevertheless, I think that they will hold up well even in quite severe weather.

Let’s get straight into it!

Best 4 Season Tents in Australia

Vango Nevis 300 3P Hiking Tent

The Vango Nevis range are among the most affordable yet high quality 4 season hiking tents in Australia.

Despite the compact size that it packs down to, it actually has a generously sized sleeping area, meaning that you can fit 2 people plus gear inside the tent (provided you don’t have too much stuff).

The fly and floor both have very good waterproof ratings, meaning that you can sleep easy knowing that it won’t leak no matter how heavy the rain is outside.

It is a little on the heavy side for a hiking tent, but if 2 people split the tent and poles, it is quite manageable.

With a 2 year warranty and for only $249, this is a bargain. I highly recommend this tent for those who will be hiking in cold or otherwise severe weather.

It is available in 1P, 2P and 3P sizes.

OZtrail Tourer 9 Canvas Tent

While very different from the Vango Nevis, this OZtrail Tourer is another option in the 4 season tent category.

As it is a touring tent, it is much more suited to those who will be packing up every morning, driving to a new campsite and then setting up in the evening. It is very heavy, so don’t even think about carrying it more than 100 metres or so.

The major benefit of this tent is that it is an ‘instant up’ tent meaning that it sets up within minutes, thanks to the central support pole.

It is made from high quality canvas which means that it is tough, rip-resistant and weather-proof yet still breathable enough to naturally vent hot air from the tent. Canvas is much heavier than polyester, which means that the tent won’t be flapping about noisily even if you are camping in windy conditions.

Overall, it is a sturdy, well built unit. Considering the size and weight of the tent, it packs down to a remarkably small size. I like the generous 210cm internal ceiling and the 2 year warranty is great too.

Unfortunately, a few people have complained that their unit was not particularly waterproof, which is the last thing you need if you are camping in severe weather. Many other people have not had any issues, however. As with all canvas tents, I highly recommend that you season the tent before you head out on your first trip.

The OZtrail supplied tent bag is pretty mediocre in terms of quality, so I recommend upgrading to something better if your tent will be getting a lot of use. Something like this would do the trick.

Marmot Fortress 2P Hiking Tent

In many ways, the Marmot Fortress is a slightly inferior cousin of the Vango Nevis. It has a lower waterproof rating, lower internal ceiling and smaller sleeping area, plus it is heavier and more expensive.

However, a lifetime warranty is very rare when it comes to tents, and it shows how confident the manufacturer is in the quality of the Marmot Fortress.

For this reason, I think that it is a worthy addition to the list!

It comes in 2P and 3P varieties.

Black Wolf Turbo Lite 210 Tent

The Black Wolf Turbo range as a great intermediate option for someone who wants more features than the OZtrail Tourer 9, but doesn’t have the budget for the Oztent RV range.

Despite being of polyester construction, this tent is very well built and stands up well in Australian conditions. I love the front awning, which is very spacious and could fit a couple of chairs and a table, or a lot of gear.

The 2,000mm waterproof rating is great and more than enough for most conditions.

The 3 year warranty is excellent to see and shows that Black Wolf are confident in the quality of their product.

It comes in a wide variety of sizes.

Oztent RV4 Canvas Touring Tent

The Oztent RV range are a set of high quality canvas, 4 season tents. They are widely praised by users as being very well built and sturdy. They also hold up very well in a wide variety of weather conditions, which is exactly what you want from a 4 season tent.

Unfortunately, they are very expensive, so it really comes to whether you are willing to pay the premium for a higher quality tent.

It is also the heaviest tent on the list, coming in at a weighty 23kg. When packed, it is also over 2 metres long, so consider whether you have the space to store this before purchasing.

It comes in a variety of sizes, including the RV1, 2, 3, 4 and 5.

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Summary

There are surprisingly few pure four season tents in Australia. This may be due to the fact that we don’t get as severely cold weather as is often seen in European and North American winters.

In any case, the tents in this article are the best four season tents Australia. If you want a 4 season tent for hiking, I highly recommend that you check out the Vango Nevis range. 3,000mm waterproof rating, a 2 year warranty and a price tag of just $249 makes this an outstanding option.

If you will be driving and need a 4 season tent that can be rapidly set up and packed down, check out the OZtrail Tourer 9. Canvas construction, a large sleeping area and an affordable price make this a very solid choice for a 4 season touring tent.

I hope that this helped you make a decision! If you have any questions, leave them in the comments below!