Mountainsmith
Conifer 5Plus
Best spacious shelter for families seeking reliable car camping comfort.
Designed for group outings and family adventures, this spacious basecamp shelter provides an expansive interior that comfortably accommodates five people. The generous peak height allows most adults to stand fully upright, significantly enhancing comfort during extended stays. Dual vestibules offer ample storage for gear and create a covered porch area for relaxing during inclement weather. Engineered to balance airflow with weather protection, this shelter features intuitive assembly for quick setup. It serves as a reliable, durable home base for three-season outdoor excursions, ensuring everyone has plenty of room to move, sleep, and organize their equipment effectively.
$224.95
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Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
1294
/ 2284
#1294 in Tents
Price vs Category Average
-69%
Below average
Weight
15
/ lbs
Who it's for
- Tall campers who prioritize interior mobility and headroom.
- Frequent car campers seeking a durable, long-lasting shelter.
- Families wanting a quick camp setup to maximize relaxation time.
Who should skip it
- Backpackers needing lightweight gear for long-distance treks.
- Owners of compact cars with limited cargo capacity.
- Campers in tropical or exceptionally humid climates.
Performance breakdown
Livability and Headroom
The 74-inch peak height allows most adults to stand fully upright.
Setup Simplicity
Freestanding architecture makes pitching this large shelter straightforward and intuitive.
Ventilation Efficiency
Kickstand vents and zip-down openings manage airflow well in humid conditions.
Storage Capacity
Dual vestibules and interior pockets provide ample space for group gear.
Portability
At 15 pounds, this is strictly a car-camping basecamp shelter.
Weather Protection
Robust three-season construction handles moderate wind and rain with ease.
Key Specs
Weight
15 lbs
Packed Weight
15.0 lbs
Dimensions
120 x 120 x 74 inches
Peak Height
74 inches
Floor Area
84 square feet
Sleeping Capacity
5 people
Number of Doors
2
Number of Vestibules
2
Know before you buy
Yes, with a peak height of 74 inches, most adults can stand fully upright inside the tent. This makes changing clothes and moving around significantly more comfortable than in lower-profile backpacking tents.
The Conifer 5Plus is designed for three-season use and features kickstand vents and zip-down openings to promote airflow. While it offers good ventilation, it is a basecamp-style shelter, so it will perform best in mild to warm conditions rather than extreme heat.
The dual vestibules are quite spacious, providing enough covered area to store multiple packs, muddy boots, and other bulky items outside the sleeping area. They also create a sheltered porch space, which is helpful for relaxing during light rain.
The Conifer 5Plus is a freestanding tent, which generally makes setup straightforward. However, given its size and 15-pound weight, it is much easier to assemble with two people, especially when pitching the rainfly.
It includes interior mesh storage pockets and a gear loft to help organize smaller items like headlamps and phones. While these are helpful, five people will fill the 84-square-foot floor space quickly, so you may want to keep larger gear in the vestibules.
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