Coleman Montana 8 Person Camping Tent
- 16 x 7 feet floor, 10.4 square meters
- 74 inch peak height
- 7 person occupancy listed, sold as the 8-Person size
- 1500 mm water resistance, rainfly listed as a feature
- 2 fiberglass poles in sleeves, freestanding
- 15 minute setup listed
- 1 door, 1 room, 4 guylines, 1 pocket
- 22.3 pounds, item size 27 x 8.5 x 8.5 inches
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A roomy family dome with a simple sleeve frame and a rainfly for fair weather car camping. A single door and fiberglass poles mean a crowded exit and less stiffness when strong wind hits.
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ASIN: B00J955FG6Category: Tents
Overview
Pitching a family dome is simple here: the Coleman Montana uses sleeved fiberglass poles over a polyethylene floor and adds a polyester rainfly on top. The shell stands on its own before staking, and guylines steady it in wind.
A long floor and generous headroom are the reasons to consider the Montana for a family weekend. The listed occupancy and the size name disagree, and a lone door means everyone climbs past the same sleepers at night.
Who it's for
Designed for campground weekends where the car is close and setup time matters more than pack weight. Backpackers and campers facing hard storms should look at lighter or sturdier shelters.
Pros and cons
- Simple sleeve frame, few poles
- Tall peak for a dome
- Freestanding before staking
- Guylines for wind
- Only one door
- Occupancy listed below the size name
- Fiberglass poles, not aluminum
- Heavy to carry any distance
Performance notes
Rain protection depends on the coated fabric rating, the fit of the rainfly and how tightly the guylines are staked. A sleeve frame spreads load along each pole, yet fiberglass bends under strong gusts, so pitch orientation and guying matter on open ground.
Specifications
| Brand | Coleman |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Floor Length | 192 inches |
| Floor Width | 84 inches |
| Maximum Height | 74 inches |
| Item weight | 22.3 pounds |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 27 × 8.5 × 8.5 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Occupant Capacity | 7 |
| Construction & materials | |
| Rainfly Material | Polyester |
| Tent Floor Material | Polyethylene |
| Pole Material Type | Fiberglass |
| Material Type | Taffeta |
| Fabric Type | 100% Polyester |
| Color | Blue |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Installation Type | Freestanding |
| Warranty & support | |
| Support Pole Attachment Mechanism | Sleeve |
| Other details | |
| Occupancy | 7 Person |
| Floor Area | 111.9 sq ft |
| Water Resistance Level | Water Resistant |
| Is Waterproof | Yes |
| Shape | Dome |
| Assembly Time | 15 minutes |
| Number of Rooms | 1 |
| Number Of Doors | 1 |
| Number Of Poles | 2 |
| Closure Type | Zipper |
| Number of Guylines | 4 |
| Number Of Pockets | 1 |
| Seasons | 3 |
| Water Resistance Technology | 1500 Mm |
| Product Care Instructions | Hand Wash |
| Additional Features | Rainfly |
Frequently asked questions
Will queen airbeds fit in the Coleman Montana tent?
The listing title says the tent fits multiple queen airbeds. The specs give a floor of 16 by 7 feet, so measure your airbeds against that floor before planning sleeping spots.
Is the Coleman Montana an 8 person or 7 person tent?
The listing conflicts: the size and style name say 8-Person, while occupancy and occupant capacity read 7. Plan around the lower figure if everyone sleeps on pads or airbeds.
Is the Coleman Montana fully waterproof?
The specs mark it waterproof but also list the level as Water Resistant. Pitch the rainfly tight and stake the guylines before rain arrives.