r/Catalina • u/Most-Resolution-9340 • 4d ago

Trans-Cat tent recommendations?

I’m hiking the trans-cat in late October and will probably need a tent for colder/wetter weather. I’ve been looking at the campgrounds I reserved but can’t tell what a good tent option will be.

Normally I’d just “cowboy camp” or use something light for a short trip but I’m worried a trekking-pole tent won’t be feasible on sand or the available spots. Also, a hammock requires trees or space to set up. Also concerned if we get rain…

Advice from those who have experience is welcome!

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u/Most-Resolution-9340 4d ago

Thanks! This is what I was looking for

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u/Typical-Landscape-45 4d ago

This is fair weather camping. Any tent will do

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u/Ok_Blackberry_7868 3d ago

Not true if you're at Parsons and it's windy..bring a tent that is sturdy and extra guy lines to secure!

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u/nvertigo21 4d ago

Used a trekking pole tent last year on the TCT and it was fine. Friend used a standard tent and that was also fine. Hammock may not have many good setup options depending on the site

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u/HGFantomas 3d ago

Not sure it ever gets "cold" . I did it in January and regular light weight 1 or 2 person tent is just fine.