Trail Lite Tent: 3-Person 3-Season
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Trail Lite 3-person Tent delivers maximum interior space and storm-ready durability in a lightweight design
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:
"This tent checks all the boxes for a reliable, lightweight backpacking setup. The X-tent pole design makes it a breeze to pitch, even solo, and the symmetrical layout creates impressive interior space. Add in the durable materials and storm-ready features, and we've got a tent that's as dependable as it is comfortable."
The North Face Trail Lite 3 is an evolution in backpacking tents, designed to deliver comfort, functionality, and weather protection in every season. With a spacious three-person capacity, this lightweight tent maximizes interior space through its innovative X-tent pole system and pre-bent poles. The result? A roomy living area with ample peak height that's easy to set up at the end of a long day. Built for adventures in changing conditions, the Trail Lite 3 features a non-PFC DWR-treated rainfly and durable floor to keep out moisture. Guylines aligned with the pole structure add stability during heavy storms. Two oversized doors and spacious vestibules offer easy access and gear storage, while ceiling and interior organization pockets keep essentials within reach.
Details
- Lightweight 3-person tent designed for year-round backpacking adventures
- X-tent pole design with pre-bent poles ensures easy setup and maximum space
- Two oversized doors provide convenient access and panoramic views
- Dual vestibules offer outside storage for gear and bulkier items
- Rainfly and floor are treated with non-PFC DWR for eco-friendly water resistance
- Ceiling and interior pockets keep essentials organized and accessible
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- Material
- [rainfly] 20D nylon ripstop, non-PFC DWR treatment, PU coating, [canopy] 20D nylon mesh, floor] 75D polyester taffeta, non-PFC DWR treatment, PU coating (1500mm)
- Capacity
- 3-person
- Season
- 3-season
- Wall Type
- double wall
- Number of Doors
- 2
- Number of Vestibules
- 2
- Vestibule Space
- 37.3sq ft
- Floor Space
- 38.6sq ft
- Footprint Included
- sold separately
- Trail Weight
- 5lb 9.2oz
- Packed Weight
- 6lb 5.6oz
- Activity
- backpacking, weekend camping
- Manufacturer Warranty
- limited lifetime
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4.5 based on 10 ratings
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageFebruary 26, 2025
Like sleeping outside
Good: Easy to set up, lots of interior space Bad: Attached poll design a bit finicky All mesh tent meant very cold in 50 degree weather even with fly zipped Wind in desert filled tent with sand
Originally reviewed on thenorthface.com
October 11, 2024
The best tent I have ever slept in
Easy to set up and great to sleep in.
Originally reviewed on thenorthface.com
September 27, 2024
Light, roomy, easy to assemble
We love this tent! Very fast and easy to put up, lightweight for a 3 person tent. I wish it had little corner stash pockets in all 4 corners so if you're skewing head to toe everyone has a pocket, but not a big deal.
Originally reviewed on thenorthface.com
May 23, 2024
Ventilation good for summer
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Bought for camping and backpacking, mostly in northern Minnesota. Took it to a campground and the temps were in the 48-52 F range overnight. We were chilly with very warm sleeping bags and blankets layered on top. The tent itself is easy to set up, good quality. Stood up to a light morning rain. The vestibule design is nice for keeping shoes outside. The tent is very well ventilated, which is likely why we felt the cooler temps. Will be nice for summertime. The fine mesh keeps bugs outside. Overall a great tent!
Originally reviewed on thenorthface.com
May 18, 2024
Buy this tent for warm weather climates
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Perfect for warm weather camping in spots like Hawaii. Lots of ventilation!
Originally reviewed on thenorthface.com
April 12, 2024
Dimensions
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I could not find the size for these tents anywhere online. So if anyone else is looking for the same thing. Here are the dimensions for the Trail Lite 3. H: 112cm W: 155 cm L: 224cm After a summer spent dying in an old winter tunnel tent, i am looking forward to spending this summer in the Trail Lite 3, i have not tried out outside, but i put it up to check it. And so far its the easiest tent i have ever put up. The materials feel like they are high quality and will stand the test of time. The only thing Im hesitant about is that there is no ventilation in the top of the rain cover. But i suppose you could open both of the doors slightly at the top under the lip, and get airflow through without it raining inside. Never thought i would be excited about a tent, but this one is so cool.
Originally reviewed on thenorthface.com
December 24, 2023
Simple set up!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] One of the easiest set ups for a tent I've seen! The vertical walls helps make good use of the space. The short overall height makes it look as if it will hold up to high winds. I havent been able to use it outside yet but I'm hoping it performs as well as the set up. I'll update my rating in the spring!
Originally reviewed on thenorthface.com
August 26, 2023
First look looks great
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Have only set up at home so far.... The good: am really pleased with the internal space, and the ease of set up. The not so good: Will probably be switching the pegs for those of our old tent as they are excessively heavy. Volume when packed is a bit big so will look to get a smaller stuff sack to reduce the volume when packed.
Originally reviewed on thenorthface.com
July 5, 2023
Pop it up with ease!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Very spacious, well designed, and affordable 3 person tent. Pretty hyped on the construction of the tent, and how basically 90% of the tents surface is just screen when you dont have the rain fly on. The X shape design really creates this cool space when you are laying down in the tent and looking up at the sky. Makes the tent feel very roomy, yet cozy. Lots of space and storage. I use this tent for my wife, 6 month old daughter, dog, and myself. Perfect size for all of us and gear. Quality tent, built with quality materials. Would buy again.
Originally reviewed on thenorthface.com
July 4, 2023
Very comfortable and roomy 3 person tent!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I just used this tent on a 6 day Selway rafting trip. The first couple of nights it rained a good bit and I stayed completely dry. The rain fly repelled water well and it headed up nicely so I was able to shake off quite a bit of water before I rolled it up. The tent is the most comfortable lightweight 3 person tent I have been in. The walls on the side of the tent go straight up so the head space is great, while the tent isn't super heavy. I wasn't a big fan of the two long poles being attached in the middle but it worked fine.
Originally reviewed on thenorthface.com
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