Kelty
Kelty Dirt Motel 4 Tent
Best spacious shelter for groups seeking stargazing comfort and easy setup.
Get ready for your next adventure with the Kelty Dirt Motel 4 Tent! This spacious tent is designed for comfort and convenience, featuring an open-feeling 2-door, 2-vestibule layout that offers plenty of storage and easy access. You'll love the innovative Stargazing Fly™, which you can open or close from inside the tent for those clear night sky views. Constructed with lightweight yet durable Sil-Nylon fabric, this tent is built to last. Setting it up is a breeze thanks to the easy, sturdy DAC Pressfit™ hubbed pole set, plus an added brow pole for extra stability. The oversized doors and super-spacious interior ensure you and your crew have plenty of room to relax. This is the updated replacement for the popular TN4 model, offering even more great features for your camping trips! After an epic day of backcountry shenanigans, you deserve a relaxing spread without the seedy feeling of low ceilings and tight space. That’s why THE new, ultra-roomy Dirt Motel basically gives you everything but the neon sign. Compact and lightweight, the Dirt Motel features an ultra-spacious interior, plus a compact hubbed aluminum pole set for easy packing and lightning-fast setup. And the Kelty Stargazing Fly™ provides 100 billion reasons to stay up just a bit longer. Checking into the Kelty Dirt Motel Tent is always a treat after a long day of hiking and camping. This luxurious, four-star tent stays cozy whether it's hot and sunny or cold and rainy, with a full mesh canopy that feels good in summery weather, and a removable rain fly that assures wet weather coverage. This Dirt Motel houses four campers comfortably, and there are two doors and vestibules for dry storage. Three DAC Pressfit poles provide a quick-and-easy setup. Get ready for your next adventure with the Kelty Dirt Motel 4 Tent! This spacious tent is designed for comfort and convenience, featuring an open-feeling 2-door, 2-vestibule design that offers plenty of storage. You'll love the Stargazing Fly™, which allows you to open or close it from inside the tent, perfect for those clear night skies. It's constructed with lightweight yet durable Sil-Nylon fabric and boasts an easy, sturdy DAC Pressfit™ hubbed pole set, plus a brow pole for added stability. The oversized doors and super-spacious interior make it a breeze to get in and out and move around. This tent is an updated replacement for the popular TN4 model.
$379.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
544
/ 2284
#544 in Tents
Price vs Category Average
-48%
Below average
Seasons
3
Who it's for
- Campers prioritizing interior space and comfortable headroom
- Novice campers needing a fast, stress-free setup
- Stargazers and warm-weather campers wanting maximum airflow
Who should skip it
- Ultralight backpackers needing a lighter shelter
- Campers wanting a durable floor without extra accessories
- Hikers carrying significant gear needing extensive vestibule space
Performance breakdown
Setup Speed
Hubbed pole architecture makes pitching camp intuitive and remarkably fast.
Interior Livability
Spacious dimensions and high ceilings prevent that cramped, claustrophobic feeling.
Ventilation Performance
Full mesh canopy ensures excellent airflow during warm, humid nights.
Stargazing Utility
Innovative fly design allows for effortless sky views from inside.
Weather Protection
Reliable rain fly coverage keeps occupants dry during unexpected downpours.
Storage Capacity
Dual vestibules provide ample space for gear and muddy boots.
Key Specs
Seasons
3
Number of doors
2
Number of vestibules
2
Capacity
4
Minimum weight
6 lbs 4 oz / 2.83 kg
Packaged weight
6 lbs 14 oz / 3.12 kg
Dimensions (LxWxH)
94" x 85" x 46" / 238 x 216 x 116 cm
Floor area
55.5 ft2 / 5.15 m2
Know before you buy
The Stargazing Fly™ is designed so you can roll back the rainfly while remaining inside the tent. It allows you to enjoy clear night skies without having to step outside or fully remove the fly, making it easy to adjust if the weather turns.
The Dirt Motel 4 is a three-season tent. It features a full mesh canopy that provides excellent ventilation during hot, dry summer nights, paired with a removable rainfly for protection against rain and wind during spring and fall.
Setup is straightforward thanks to the hubbed DAC Pressfit™ pole system. The poles are connected, which minimizes the number of pieces you need to manage, and the addition of a brow pole helps create a more vertical, spacious interior quickly.
Yes, the tent features a two-door, two-vestibule layout. This provides each side of the tent with its own entry and dedicated storage space for gear, which helps keep the interior living area clutter-free.
The Dirt Motel 4 is the direct successor to the TN4. It retains the popular features like the stargazing capabilities and spacious interior but utilizes updated materials and construction techniques to improve overall durability and ease of use.
Sil-Nylon is a high-performance material known for being both lightweight and tear-resistant. It is a standard choice for backpacking gear because it balances weight savings with the durability required for regular outdoor use.
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