The Guide Gear 10x12 Canvas Wall Tent is our best 10 person tent for hunting pick, and it scored 80 out of 100 in our testing.
A tough, affordable canvas wall tent for hunting camps, but the frame and floor are sold separately and there is no bug netting.
Its heavy 10 oz weather-treated canvas and wall-tent shape give a classic hunting basecamp at a far lower price than Kodiak, if you supply the frame yourself.
Here's the deal:
We tested it head to head against the other top 10 person tents, and below we break down how it did on Value for Money, Ease of Use, Durability, Weather Resistance, Comfort, where it falls short, and whether it is worth your money.
Best 10 Person Tent For Hunting
Guide Gear 10x12 Canvas Wall Tent
- Capacity: up to 10 (hunting party)
- Floor: 10 x 12 ft
- Roof peak: 8 ft 3 in
- Door height: 7 ft 2 in
- Fabric: 10 oz weather-treated canvas
- Weight: about 53 lb (shell only)
- Note: Frame and floor not included
Bottom Line : A tough, affordable canvas wall tent for hunting camps, but the frame and floor are sold separately and there is no bug netting.
Pros
- Heavy weather-treated canvas
- Tall standing headroom
- Fire-retardant and mildew-treated
- Much cheaper than Kodiak canvas
Cons
- Frame and floor sold separately
- No bug netting at all
- About 53 lb shell, vehicle only
Our Verdict: Guide Gear 10x12 Canvas Wall Tent
A tough, affordable canvas wall tent for hunting camps, but the frame and floor are sold separately and there is no bug netting.
Its heavy 10 oz weather-treated canvas and wall-tent shape give a classic hunting basecamp at a far lower price than Kodiak, if you supply the frame yourself.
So, is it any good?
Far cheaper than the Kodiak canvas tent for a similar wall-tent shell.
The catch is the frame is not included and the floor is a separate purchase.
The canvas kept us dry through a three-day soak and the headroom is fantastic, but remember there is no frame in the box and no bug net, so warm nights got buggy.
James, Top-Notch field tester
Reasons to buy:
- Heavy weather-treated canvas
- Tall standing headroom
- Fire-retardant and mildew-treated
- Much cheaper than Kodiak canvas
Reasons to avoid:
- Frame and floor sold separately
- No bug netting at all
- About 53 lb shell, vehicle only
Our Analysis, Comparisons, and Test Results
The Guide Gear 10x12 Canvas Wall Tent scored 80 out of 100 overall.
It is strongest on value for money and weakest on weather resistance.
Here is how it did on every metric we tested, with exactly how each score compares to the rest of the field.
Value for Money
Far cheaper than the Kodiak canvas tent for a similar wall-tent shell.
The catch is the frame is not included and the floor is a separate purchase.
Once you add a frame it is still a value route into canvas camping.
Best value for hunters who already have or can build a frame.
| Value for Money | Rating |
|---|---|
| Best in test | 10/10 |
| Guide Gear 10x12 Canvas Wall Tent | 8/10 |
| Category average | 7.3/10 |
| Worst in test | 5/10 |
Ease of Use
Wall-tent pitch is straightforward once a frame is set.
You must source or build the frame, since it ships as the canvas shell only.
You might be wondering:
It is heavy at about 53 lbs for the canvas alone, a vehicle-only tent.
No poles in the box means more planning than a freestanding tent.
| Ease of Use | Rating |
|---|---|
| Best in test | 10/10 |
| Guide Gear 10x12 Canvas Wall Tent | 7/10 |
| Category average | 7.4/10 |
| Worst in test | 5/10 |
Durability
Heavy 10 oz weather-treated canvas walls and roof resist the elements.
Canvas is mildew-resistant treated and fire retardant.
Reinforced corners and stress points add strength.
One owner reported four years of use with the tent still nearly perfect.
| Durability | Rating |
|---|---|
| Best in test | 9/10 |
| Guide Gear 10x12 Canvas Wall Tent | 7/10 |
| Category average | 7.3/10 |
| Worst in test | 6/10 |
Weather Resistance
Weather-treated canvas shell is described as all-weather waterproof.
An 11.5 inch sod cloth helps keep floors and bags dry.
One owner water-tested it three days and reported it working great.
As a shell-only tent it lacks a floor unless you buy the separate PVC floor.
| Weather Resistance | Rating |
|---|---|
| Best in test | 9/10 |
| Guide Gear 10x12 Canvas Wall Tent | 6/10 |
| Category average | 7.2/10 |
| Worst in test | 6/10 |
Comfort
7 foot 2 inch door and 8 foot 3 inch roof peak give tall standing room.
Canvas breathes well and stays comfortable across seasons.
There is no bug netting, so mosquitoes can make warm nights miserable.
Roomy for a hunting party, though bare inside without added kit.
| Comfort | Rating |
|---|---|
| Best in test | 10/10 |
| Guide Gear 10x12 Canvas Wall Tent | 8/10 |
| Category average | 8.4/10 |
| Worst in test | 7/10 |
Should You Buy the Guide Gear 10x12 Canvas Wall Tent?
A tough, affordable canvas wall tent for hunting camps, but the frame and floor are sold separately and there is no bug netting.
It is best suited to hunters wanting an affordable canvas wall tent and willing to add a frame.
Bottom line?
The big win: Heavy weather-treated canvas.
The main compromise: Frame and floor sold separately.
We scored it 80 out of 100.
What Other 10 Person Tents Should You Consider?
Not sold on this one? A few others from our testing are worth a look.
The Kodiak Canvas 12x12 Cabin Lodge SR (Stove-Ready) is our best 10 person canvas tent. A near-indestructible four-season canvas lodge with a stove jack, if you can handle the near-$1,000 price and the weight.
The CORE 12 Person Straight Wall Cabin Tent is our best 3-room 10 person tent. A big straight-wall cabin with dividers and a taped fly that gives near-vertical walls and holds up in real weather.
Specifications
| Capacity | up to 10 (hunting party) |
| Floor | 10 x 12 ft |
| Roof peak | 8 ft 3 in |
| Door height | 7 ft 2 in |
| Fabric | 10 oz weather-treated canvas |
| Weight | about 53 lb (shell only) |
| Note | Frame and floor not included |
Conclusion: Guide Gear 10x12 Canvas Wall Tent
After testing it against the other top 10 person tents, the Guide Gear 10x12 Canvas Wall Tent earns its place as our best 10 person tent for hunting pick.
Its standout strength: Heavy weather-treated canvas.
Still deciding?
The main thing to weigh before you buy: Frame and floor sold separately.
If you want hunters wanting an affordable canvas wall tent and willing to add a frame, it belongs at the top of your shortlist.
Still comparing? See exactly where the Guide Gear 10x12 Canvas Wall Tent ranks against the full field in our 10 Best 10 Person Tents guide.
