The Alaska Wall Tent by Alaska Gear Company embodies a legacy of resilience and adaptability, essential for enduring Alaska's most demanding wilderness conditions. Crafted from durable, 13-ounce, double-filled, marine-grade canvas, these tents are preshrunk and treated to resist fire, water, and mildew, ensuring reliable shelter in harsh environments.
Available in sizes 8x10, 10x12, and 12x14 feet, each tent can be purchased unframed, allowing you to build a frame using local timbers once you're in the field, or framed, enabling you to transport your own frame into the backcountry. Key features include ridgepole openings at both ends, rope-reinforced eaves, reinforced canvas corners, brass grommets around the bottom and eaves, overlapping door flaps with ties, and a heavy-duty zippered door. A 56-inch triangular window with insect screening in the back wall ensures ventilation without compromising protection.
Built to withstand the toughest elements, the Alaska Wall Tent provides dependable, versatile shelter for those committed to accessing the world's most unforgiving terrain.
Yes, many campers choose to build their own wall tent frames. Alaska Gear Company's canvas wall tents are handmade and sold in trade sizes, so it's recommended to receive the tent before constructing a custom frame to ensure the best fit.
All canvas wall tents from Alaska Gear Company are proudly handmade in Alaska, using durable materials suitable for extreme outdoor conditions.
Alaska Gear Company’s wall tents are crafted from 13 oz marine-grade cotton canvas. This canvas is preshrunk and treated to be water-resistant, mildew-resistant, and fire-retardant—ideal for long-term use in rugged environments.
Alaska Gear Company's canvas wall tents are water-resistant. For best performance, it's recommended to season the canvas by wetting and drying the tent once or twice before use. Adding a rain fly is also advised for extended use in rainy or humid conditions.
Yes. Alaska Gear Company recommends setting up the canvas wall tent on the intended frame and completing a wet-dry cycle. This involves thoroughly wetting the tent and allowing it to dry fully. This process naturally tightens the cotton fibers and seals needle holes, enhancing water resistance. It only needs to be done once.
A sod cloth is a reinforced 18 oz vinyl strip sewn around the base of the wall tent. It lays flat on the ground to block drafts, moisture, and pests. Alaska Gear Company includes this feature on all tents to help improve heat retention and tent stability, especially in harsh conditions.
Absolutely. All wall tents from Alaska Gear Company are equipped with a 4.5” oval stove jack made from fire-retardant material, suitable for use with both wood and propane stoves. It is important to follow safe heating practices and never leave a stove unattended. A heat-activated fan is also recommended to circulate warm air.
Alaska Gear Company’s tents are designed to accommodate natural canvas shrinkage. After an initial wet-dry cycle, the canvas tightens to its proper dimensions. No further shrinkage is expected with normal use.
To clean, use cold water and a soft brush or sponge. Avoid using soap or harsh cleaning products. The tent must be completely dry before storage to prevent mold and mildew. Alaska Gear Company advises always storing the tent in a cool, dry place after field use.
If mold or mildew is detected, Alaska Gear Company recommends using Losso Mold & Mildew Stain Remover, a product known for being safe and effective on canvas. It is available online and in retail stores. Always follow the label instructions for best results.
The ideal tent size depends on group size, gear, and intended use. Alaska Gear Company offers popular options such as:
The Alaska Wall Tent by Alaska Gear Company embodies a legacy of resilience and adaptability, essential for enduring Alaska's most demanding wilderness conditions. Crafted from durable, 13-ounce, double-filled, marine-grade canvas, these tents are preshrunk and treated to resist fire, water, and mildew, ensuring reliable shelter in harsh environments.
Available in sizes 8x10, 10x12, and 12x14 feet, each tent can be purchased unframed, allowing you to build a frame using local timbers once you're in the field, or framed, enabling you to transport your own frame into the backcountry. Key features include ridgepole openings at both ends, rope-reinforced eaves, reinforced canvas corners, brass grommets around the bottom and eaves, overlapping door flaps with ties, and a heavy-duty zippered door. A 56-inch triangular window with insect screening in the back wall ensures ventilation without compromising protection.
Built to withstand the toughest elements, the Alaska Wall Tent provides dependable, versatile shelter for those committed to accessing the world's most unforgiving terrain.
Alaska Gear Company's Unframed Wall Tent stands as a testament to durability and reliability long relied upon in the harsh conditions of Alaska. These tents are built from Sunforger 13oz DLX material; this premier canvas is double-filled, pre-shrunk, and marine-grade, offering exceptional resistance to fire, water, and mildew, along with specialized treatment to maintain breathability.
With the inclusion of a stove, our wall tents transform into year-round homesteads, offering warmth and shelter in any condition. Each tent is spacious, versatile, rugged, and steeped in tradition. Alaska Gear Company Wall Tents epitomize the essence of backcountry living.