How to Put up an A Frame Tent

Gather the things you will need.

Pick a Good Location The ideal location to pitch an A Frame tent would be on a flat surface. As well as a flat surface, try to find a spot with a higher elevation than the surrounding area. The purpose of doing this is in case it rains or floods, the water will not all drain down into your tent.Put up an A Frame Tent Step 2Bullet1.jpg

Prepare the Area Clear away any sticks, stones, pieces of glass or other sharp materials that may cause your tent to rip.

Lay Your Tent Out Spread the tent out on the ground where you plan on setting it up.

Peg Your Tent Out Secure the inner part of the tent to the ground by inserting a peg through each one of the loops find on the corners of the tent. When hammering your pegs into the ground be sure that the fabric is stretched tight.Put up an A Frame Tent Step 5Bullet1.jpg

Assemble the Poles Connect the pole segments together.Put up an A Frame Tent Step 6Bullet1.jpg

Erect the Tent Placing one pole in the top corner of the tent at one end, wedge it vertically into the ground. While in position, pull on the guy rope to suspend the pole where it is. Pull the guy rope as far as you can away from the tent, as this will make your tent more secure.Put up an A Frame Tent Step 7Bullet1.jpg

Flysheet Throw the flysheet over the entire tent, aligning the corners with the pole. Pull the end guy ropes out and secure them. peg the other guy ropes in place.Put up an A Frame Tent Step 8Bullet1.jpg

Final Check Step back and make sure that your tent looks as if it has been setup correctly!