How To set up a Tarp Tent [TARPOLOGY!] Wild Camping Tarp Configuration (by a tarp newbie), by WildBeare on YouTube. 2 min 58 s.
- Video length
- 2 min 58 s
- Time to do it
- 15 minutes
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Steps
- 7
What you need
Steps
Lay the tarp flat on the ground and find the centre attachment point along one long edge. This will become the peak of your tent.
Tie a length of paracord to that centre point and peg it out to a tree or anchored pole at the back of your pitch.
Peg down the two back corners of the tarp, pulling them tight so the rear forms a sloping wall.
Set up a trekking pole at the front and tie the front centre attachment point to its handle with paracord. Adjust the pole height to raise or lower the peak.
Peg the two front corners out wide to form the doorway opening, keeping the lines taut.
Peg down any unused attachment points along the sides if it is windy, so the tarp does not flap.
Lay your ground tarp inside and check the shelter covers your sleeping area. Adjust pegs and pole height until the walls are tight.
Tips and common mistakes
Pitch with the low back edge facing the wind to cut drafts.
Use a taut-line hitch on the paracord so you can tighten lines without retying.
If you have no tree, anchor the back line to a second trekking pole stuck in the ground.
Questions
Can I set up this tarp tent without trees?
Yes. Anchor the back line to a second trekking pole pushed firmly into the ground, or tie it to a rock or fence post.
What size tarp do I need?
A tarp around 3m by 3m gives enough coverage for one person plus gear. Smaller tarps will make a cramped shelter.
How do I stop the tarp flapping in wind?
Peg down the spare attachment points along the sides and keep every guyline tight.
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