How to Fold a Pop-Up Tent in 10 Easy Steps

Don't be intimidated when folding up your pop-up tent. It's really simple, let us tell you how with this step by step guide!

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Folding a pop-up tent may seem like a daunting task, but we're here to tell you that it's actually quite easy! In just 10 simple steps, you'll have your tent packed up and ready to go. So, what are you waiting for? Let's get started!

  1. Start by taking the tent out of the carrying bag.
  2. Unfold the tent and lay it flat on the ground.
  3. Find the two metal poles that run along the inside of the tent walls and pull them out.
  4. Next, collapse the metal poles until they're about half their original length.
  5. Once the poles are collapsed, tuck them into the pockets on the inside of the tent walls.
  6. Fold the tent in half lengthwise and then in half again so that it's about one-quarter its original size.
  7. Now, take one of the corners of the folded tent and tuck it into the pocket on the opposite side. Repeat this step with the remaining three corners.
  8. At this point, you should have a small, flat square that's easy to carry.
  9. Slip the carrying strap around the folded tent and cinch it tight.
  10. And that's it! You've now successfully packed up your pop-up tent!


Packing up your pop-up tent doesn't have to be a difficult task. By following these 10 simple steps, you'll have your tent packed away in no time at all! So next time you're headed out on a camping trip, don't forget to bring along your trusty pop-up tent—and remember how to fold it too!

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