MSR FreeLite 1-Person Ultralight Backpacking Tent

Best for

• Solo backpackers prioritizing ultralight gear
• Three-season hiking trips
• Users needing quick, easy tent setup
• Campers valuing ventilation and interior space

Things to know

• Ultralight at 1100g with semi-freestanding design
• Rectangular floor with 1.00m headroom for comfort
• Waterproof bathtub-style floor for element protection
• Micromesh body ensures excellent ventilation
• Durable, easy-to-use no-curve tent door with single-point zipper

Avoid if

• Not designed for winter or extreme weather conditions
• Weight heavier than some ultralight solo tents
• Limited to one person, no extra space for gear inside

How it fits into a trip

Best for solo backpackers on three-season hikes needing a lightweight, quick-to-pitch tent with good ventilation and comfortable interior space.

About this product

MSR FreeLite 1-Person Ultralight Backpacking Tent - Going solo doesn’t have to mean a tiny tent and a heavy pack.

The ultralight, semi-freestanding FreeLite is for people who want to lighten their base weight without sacrificing space or features so they can make the most of three-season adventures.

Inside the Tent: Though it still has the true rectangular floor (no foot taper like most other tents) and 1.00 metre (39 in.) of headroom (7.6 cm more than before), it’s 170 grams (6 oz.) lighter than the previous 1-person FreeLite.

A waterproof bathtub-style floor protects from the elements, and the micromesh tent body provides excellent ventilation.

A no-curve tent door has new zippers that are more durable and easy to use with one hand.

They also zip closed to a single point so you always know where to open the door, even in the dark.