Is the Lynx 4 big enough for four adults?

It fits four adults on pads, but it is snug. Three people plus gear, or two adults with lots of room, is more comfortable.

Does it come with a footprint?

No. The footprint is sold separately, and owners recommend it for rocky or abrasive ground.

How does it handle rain?

The fly and floor seams are factory sealed and the fly buckles stay taut, so it sheds rain well for a three-season tent.

Can I backpack with it?

It is possible for short trips, but the packed weight and length suit car camping and basecamp use better.

The tent body, fly, aluminum poles, stakes, guylines and a carry bag.

Is it a true four-season tent?

No. It is a three-season design with mesh walls; it is not built for heavy snow or extreme cold.

Where is the ALPS Mountaineering Lynx 4 Tent cheapest?

At C-A-L Ranch Stores, for $135.99, 24% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the ALPS Mountaineering Lynx 4 Tent?

Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 20 ratings.

Where can I buy the ALPS Mountaineering Lynx 4 Tent?

15 stores we checked sell it, including Walmart, eBay, Coastal Farm & Ranch, C-A-L Ranch Stores, Sportco.

ALPS Mountaineering Lynx 4 Tent

Best price now

$135.99at C-A-L Ranch StoresObserved at 6:14 AM

24% under what the other stores charge

Compared across 15 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

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What reviewers say

4.7 / 520 ratings

Owners of the Lynx line consistently praise quick pitching, roomy vestibules and dry interiors in rain. Complaints center on weight and packed size rather than weather performance.

What people mention

SetupPraisedOwners say the clip-on aluminum poles go up in minutes, even for one person.
Weather protectionPraisedSealed seams and a taut fly keep interiors dry in rain, according to owners.
VestibulesPraisedTwo vestibules give each side covered storage for packs and boots.
WeightCriticisedReviewers call it too heavy and bulky for anything beyond short carries.
FloorMixedSome owners add a footprint because the floor feels thin on rocky ground.

About the ALPS Mountaineering Lynx 4 Tent

The ALPS Lynx 2 Tent is packed with features and high quality. The Lynx, which has aluminum poles and an awesome mesh construction - taking up half of the walls on each side allowing optimal ventilation. The tent is an easy to set up, 2 pole rectangular dome style tent with pole clips that easily fit over the poles for quick assembly. ALPS has not cut any corners... between the factory sealed fly and floor seams, weatherproof fly buckles, 2 doors for easy entering and leaving, 2 vestibules for extra gear storage and weather protection, and extra-large #8 zippers, you're sure to find everything you could want in a tent in the Lynx 2. Features: Sleeps 2 Free Standing 2 Pole System with 7000 Series Aluminum Poles Easy Assembly with Pole Clips that quickly snap over the tent poles 75D 185T Polyester Fly resists UV damage and stays taut Factory Sealed Fly & Floor Seams give best weather protection 75D 185T Taffeta Floor with 2000mm Coating Extra Large #8 Zippers on Doors and Vestibules Easy Entry & Great Ventilation with 2 Doors 2 Vestibules for gear storage and extra weather protection Weatherproof Fly Buckles on for maximum adjustability and protection Half Mesh Walls increase ventilation Specifications: Base Size: 5' x 7'6 Center Height: 3'10 Vestibule Depth: 32" Tent Area: 37 sq. ft. Vestibule Area: 20 sq. ft. Tent and Fly Weight: 5 lb. 4 oz. Total Weight: 5 lb. 13 oz. Packed Size: 6" x 22" Pole Diameter: 8.5 mm Color: Sage/Rust Style: Two-pole rectangular dome Use Rating: 3 Season Sleeps: Two