NEMO Equipment - Aurora Highrise 6P

Just spent the weekend in the Nemo aurora highrise 6p. It bought it this summer in part because I wanted something with better airflow than my REI tents. First night was humid with a low of 70. Second night was a crisp 60 with strong breezes. That tent performed exactly as I had hoped and it was super spacious. I really really liked the windows for better cross-ventilation.

Probably? Especially if you’re more experienced at those temps than I am. I’ve only camped those temps once (last spring) because I’m a wimp, but that time I was in my REI basecamp 4 with my kid and was quite warm. The basecamp doesn’t get the same nice airflow that the highrise does, but it’s got a decent amount of mesh so the tents are pretty much in the same category. This morning when it was 60 and breezy it was definitely warmer inside the tent than outside. Looked hard at all the tents people here are recommending and finally went with the highrise because more than anything I wanted something that would make summer camping more bearable and something that I could set up with nothing more than my kid’s help. The huge front door that zips open all the way was great for getting things in and out of the tent. It didn’t rain so I don’t have anything to report about that. You probably can’t go wrong with any of the tents you’re considering.

Yeah this is what I've got too. Used it for the first time last year (what a year to test it out) and it worked phenomenally. Really couldn't recommend it enough

REI outlet has them on sale to within the $400 budget right now too https://www.rei.com/product/200654/nemo-aurora-highrise-6p-tent

Nemo aurora 6 person , lifetime warrant , only choice

I have the Aurora 6P and it's great!

Haha actually yes, we used it in a HEAVY rainstorm (by accident, weather changed) the second time we took it out and it did amazing in the high wind! At first I was wondering if I should have gotten a "cabin style" taller tent, but there's no way it would have held up in the strong storm winds like the Aurora did. Anyway, during the 3 rainy days we had zero rain enter the tent, the rainfly held steady, and we even had the windows cracked for airflow as it was hot out. The only moisture that got in the tent was from my dogs muddy paws, but that's another issue.

I was looking at this one today. Do you think it holds up in unexpected rain as long as it's not a hurricane?

I ended up buying the Aurora and I LOVE it

I got the Nemo highrise 6p and it’s excellent. Add some orange screw stakes and you’re set.

The Zempire blow-up tent is a great option that I don't think has been mentioned yet. I've got one and can set it up in just over 2 minutes. At 5'2, you'd have no problem standing up across most of the tent (I'm 5'4"). Some other solid choices: • Springbar and Kodiak canvas tents: Incredibly spacious and durable though must be packed dry so be aware of that if you're camping in wet conditions • Nemo Aurora: Replaced the popular Wagontop model, offering good headroom Hope this helps!

Sounds like you're on the right track for some great comfort upgrades! Here's my take based on years of family camping: For tents, the North Face Wawona 4P (or even the 6 person) is a solid choice. The vestibule adds valuable covered space for gear or hanging out. Another option to consider is the Nemo Aurora 4P or 6P. If you want more of an upgrade, we love canvas tents - Springbar and Kodiak make great tents and Kodiak's 9x8 is slightly larger than the Wawona 4P. Cooking-wise, we've had our Jetboil HalfGen Stove for years and it works great. We use a 1lb propane tank with it and can boil water for a family of 6. Other comfort boosters to consider: - Insulated food bowls (we use Hydro Flask) make a big difference on cold days/nights, so your food doesn't immediately get cold - Camping pillows: Small luxury, big comfort difference - String lights and a tent rug - I thought it was excessive at first but it really does make it feel nicer Car camping can be a great way to bring along little extras that make the outdoors feel like home. Enjoy the upgrade process!

I recently upgraded to a Nemo Aurora 4p from a cheap Coleman 6p. The 4p barely feels like any reduction in space, plus the dual vestibules are awesome. It also comes in a 6p if you want the extra space but it's a bit too big for us with some of the camp grounds we visit. The 4p is 100x90 so would fit your sleeping pad. We have two mondoking sleeping pads and can fit the dog bed, small folding table and two small folding chairs inside, plus a few dry bags at the foot of the bed. The back vestibule is accessible from inside through the back door so I put a folding storage rack there to hold the rest of our gear for easy access. I'm 5'2" and can stand upright basically everywhere, my husband is 6' and can stand up in the middle area. It's nice to have help setting it up but things are color coded and relatively easy. I haven't had it out in a huge storm yet but I'm hopeful it'll be fine. It was fine in light rain. Maybe a bit breezy if I had to guess but I haven't actually used the added guy lines either so I bet that would help.

I’ve been in some real storms in our Bunk House 4 and Aurora Highrise 6 and they both did great. No leaks, no deformations. Earlier Gen Bunk Houses are built like tanks. I trusted the Bunk House over the Aurora but we like the Aurora way more and it really held up in storms.

I have a Nemo Aurora 6p and it's great - has windows that allow for airflow.

For two people car camping, it’s muuuch more comfortable in a 4-6 person that you can **stand up in.**   I have a **Alpha Breeze** for two (4 person-sized tent) and really like how sturdy it is and has neutral colors (I hate being in a bright colored tent).   **North Face Wawona** is another good option among many others.   I had a **Nemo Aurora 6** person tent and felt a little too big for two for nice weather camping, but might be a good size if you expect to hunker down for a bit because of rain.   I use a big 12 person tent as my “rainy day” tent for two, along with a big camping tarp that is flame resistant, so you can cook and can have controlled small fires under the tarp **(only flame resistant ones!).** Makes it comfortable and roomy amount of space, and is good up until really nasty storms (in which I’m jumping in my car).  Any sturdy 8-12 person are great options in **rainy places like the PNW.**     You might consider getting a **camp shade tarp** to protect from you from the sun and so you can cook when it’s raining.     To add to your comfort level, getting a small, folded up cot like the **Naturehike ArmyWild cot** or similar is more comfortable and you can keep gear tucked away underneath so the tent is less cluttered. 

Haha I meant like do you want more fabric or bug screens for the walls - I would never have a tent with just open walls. If it’s a hot place you want as much bug screening as possible for ventilation. The Nemo Highrise is a nice tent you can stand up in. Nemo is overall a highly reputable company and will stand behind their products. I have their backpacking tents. I have a friend that has the North Face wawaona 6P that he has had no complaints with. Someone else mentioned a Cabelas guide tent which I have (the cheaper green model) it’s a way more structurally bomb-proof tent, but has less ventilation and you cannot stand up in the 4P model. It will be warmer though if you camp in cooler weather and handle weather a ton better than taller tents. Big Agnes is another brand to consider too.

I have the Nemo Highrise (4 person) but it also comes in a 6-person version. I love it, it hits many of those marks though the fly is only partial on two of the sides.

DAC poles, lifetime warranty and full coverage rainfly. Marmot Halo 6p Marmot Limestone 6p MSR Habbiscape 6p Eureka Spacecamp 6p Big Agnes Bunk House 6p Sierra Designs Nomad 6p The North Face Wawona and Nemo Highrise are also good but they don't have full coverage rain flies. Buy additional guyline and upgrade your tent stakes. The stakes that come with lost tents are not good.

If you want a bargain the Eureka Spacecamp 6p is a great buy at $259. Very storm worthy and has a full coverage fly unlike the Wawona. The Wawona is a good tent if you want the porch vestibule area. The Limestone Ilis Marmot's classic done tent. I used to own this and iw rock the Halo 6p. REI Basecamp is a great tent with a terrible 1 year warranty and no after sales support from REI. Aurora Highrise doesn't have a full coverage rainfly; I would skip this one. Between the MSR tents the Habiscape is newer and a better design with larger vestibules. The Big Agnes Bunk House 6p is fantastic with it's awesome stuff sack, nice vestibules and tall peak height. The Marmot Halo 6p is a killer storm worthy tent and the one I went with.

The Halo 6p is an awesome choice. So is the Big Agnes Bunk House 6p or 8p. Other great choices are: MSR Habitude MSR Habbiscape Sierra Designs Nomad Eureka Space Camp. This one in particular is a great bargain as Johnson Outdoors is discontinuing this brand. You can get this one for as cheap as $250 or so. Marmot Limestone 6p Marmot Midpines or Pacifica 6p. This is the exact same tent except the colors. The Midpines is sold exclusively at Amazon and the Pacifica is a Dick's Sporting Good/Public Lands exclusive. This one only has one door as vestibule. Most family camping tents have 2 doors and vestibules. The footprint for the Midpines fits the Pacifica. Big Agnes Mad House Nemo Aurora Highrise. This one is decent but lacks a full coverage fly. North Face Wawona. As cheap as $300 on sale. Has a giant porch vestibule. Lacks a full coverage rainfly though.

We have the Nemo Highrise and took it for its first outing a few weeks ago. It ended up snowing 6" overnight in a bit of a snowstorm. It held up nicely. Most of the snow slid off easily but did have some build up on the roof. I wouldn't say it'll help you stay warm but it's roomy, easy to setup and you can stand up comfortably. The only downside is that it didn't come with a footprint included, which is another $80+ Got it on sale early this year and very happy with it.

Nemo makes excellent tents. I think you’d be very happy with the high rise.

Nice tent. Only if it was black out too!

lol. Yeah I’ve had 2 and they really work reflecting the heat and keeping it cooler inside. Last festival it got destroyed so I’m looking for a new one. I like the look of the Nemo. Not sure yet though.

I have the Nemo, I love its and everyone that seen it and use it love it too. It’s such a nice color, and it is so nice and easy to setup. I have not used the Limestone but it looks great too. I don’t believe there is a wrong choice between the two.

Nemo aurora highrise is pretty luxurious and big.

I hiked last year with the Nemo aurora, around the same weight and honestly loved my tent. There were a few nights where I was the only one dry, granted the weight does play a huge factor when hiking up and down hill every day back to back. One thing for sure is that it will make you stronger

The marmot Limestone ended up selling out on the sale at REI, so I got the Nemo Aurora! Hopefully they like it (and let us try it sometime, ha)!

Nemo Aurora for extended stays, Big Agness Tiger Wall for backpacking, REI Half Dome for everything else. If I could only pick one it would be the half dome all day. I've had it going on 8 years and it's a great, versatile tent. It's a little too heavy and big when packed for backpacking unless you're splitting it with someone imo but other than that it's a winner.