Ready to choose your new tent? It's easy! Start by deciding how many people you will need to accommodate, as well as your general price range. Some tents have extra amenities to make your camping trip more enjoyable. These include awnings, screened porch areas, connection tunnels and multiple rooms. Any of the larger tents are ideal for families.

Dome-style tents use fiberglass poles and are made of lighter materials. This is helpful if you're backpacking in the wilderness or need to carry your tent a significant distance. Generally, these tents are a little easier to set up than the heavier, cabin-style tents.

Cabin-style tents are usually large, made from sturdy material and use steel poles. They sometimes feature room dividers and an extra door. They also have straighter walls than dome tents, making them much roomier. Cabin tents are ideal for car camping and long-term camping.

Why limit the excitement of sleeping in a tent to the outdoors? Children's tents are smaller and easy to set up in a bedroom for year-round fun. Plus, they're simple to move without taking down when little campers want a new site.