Rocky Mountain Tents makes four rooftop tent models: the Wolverine, Timberwolf, Owl's Nest and Grizzly Den. Choose the Wolverine for the lightest, most compact setup for one or two people. Choose the Timberwolf for a little more width. Choose the Owl's Nest or Grizzly Den when you're camping with family or need room for three to four people.
All four are 4-season rooftop tents built around a hard aluminum shell, with one-minute setup and built-in power. Three are full hard shell tents, while the Owl's Nest is a hybrid with a hard aluminum top and soft canvas sides. The real differences come down to size, weight, sleeping space and price. This guide compares every Rocky Mountain rooftop tent side by side so you can match the right model to your vehicle and your trips. Prices are in CAD as listed at the time of writing.
Rocky Mountain Rooftop Tents at a Glance
| Model | Sleeps | Style | Weight | Closed size (L × W × H) | Sleeping area (L × W × H) | Price (CAD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wolverine | 1–2 people | Wedge, full hard shell | 115 lbs | 82" × 51" × 5" | 82" × 51" × 55" | $2,899.99 |
| Timberwolf | 2–3 people | Wedge, full hard shell | 121 lbs | 82" × 56" × 5" | 82" × 56" × 55" | $2,999.99 |
| Owl's Nest | 3–4 people | Hybrid foldout (hard top, canvas sides) | 132 lbs | 63" × 45" × 10" | 91" × 63" × 51" | $2,999.99 |
| Grizzly Den | Up to 4 adults | Foldout, full hard shell | 172 lbs | 75" × 48" × 10" | 80" × 70" × 40" | $3,799.99 |
What Every Rocky Mountain Rooftop Tent Includes
Every model is built on the same foundation, so you're mostly choosing size and style.
- 4-season ready: All four tents are 4-season rooftop tents, with a diesel heater port and an anti-condensation mat. The optional cotton insulation liner increases heat retention in cold climates.
- Hard aluminum shell: An ultra-lite weatherproof aluminum shell with a listed capacity of 800 lbs. The Wolverine, Timberwolf and Grizzly Den are full hard shell tents. The Owl's Nest is a hybrid with a hard aluminum top and soft canvas sides.
- Weatherproof fabric: 420D Oxford fabric and 320G tear-proof polyester-cotton canvas, with a 10,000 mm rain rating on top and 5,000 mm on the tent body.
- Ventilation and light: A skylight, three windows and bug mesh on every opening.
- Built-in power: An integrated power system with USB and 12V ports, plus a pre-installed 3-color dimmable LED light strip.
- Comfort: A 2" high-density foam mattress with a moisture barrier and internal storage pockets.
- Setup gear: A telescopic ladder that extends to 90", T-slot accessory channels, a rainfly, tension poles and mounting hardware.
- Quick setup: Listed at about one minute.
The Wolverine: Rocky Mountain's Most Compact Rooftop Tent
The Wolverine is the lightest and most compact tent in the lineup, built for one or two people who want fast setup and year-round use. It's a wedge-style 4-season tent that packs down to about 5 inches high, which keeps wind noise and drag down on the highway.
- Sleeps: 1–2 people
- Weight: 115 lbs, the lightest of the four
- Closed: 82" × 51" × 5"
- Colors: Black or grey
- Price: $2,899.99
Best for: Solo travellers, couples, smaller SUVs and crossovers, and anyone who wants the lowest-profile setup.
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The Timberwolf: A Wider Wedge for Couples and Small Families
The Timberwolf keeps the same wedge-style, low-profile design as the Wolverine but adds 5 inches of width. That extra room suits two adults, or two adults and a child. Like every Rocky Mountain model, it's a 4-season tent, and it also includes extra protective rain flies.
- Sleeps: 2–3 people (two adults, or two adults and a child)
- Weight: 121 lbs
- Closed: 82" × 56" × 5"
- Price: $2,999.99
Best for: Couples who want more elbow room, and parents introducing a child to rooftop camping without stepping up to a larger tent.
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The Owl's Nest: A Hybrid Foldout for Families and Small Groups
The Owl's Nest is a lightweight hybrid foldout 4-season rooftop tent that sleeps three to four people. Instead of a full hard shell, it pairs a hard aluminum top with soft canvas sides. That hybrid construction gives it a noticeably larger interior than the wedge models while keeping it lightweight and easy to handle, with multiple windows and roof skylights and the largest sleeping area of the four at 91" × 63". It packs down to a compact 63" × 45" footprint, about 10 inches high.
- Sleeps: 3–4 people
- Construction: Hybrid, with a hard aluminum top and soft canvas sides
- Weight: 132 lbs
- Closed: 63" × 45" × 10"
- Sleeping area: 91" × 63" × 51"
- Price: $2,999.99
Best for: Families and small groups who want a bigger-than-queen sleeping space without the weight of the largest model.
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The Grizzly Den: The Largest Rocky Mountain Rooftop Tent
The Grizzly Den is Rocky Mountain Tents' largest model, a foldout hardshell with a king-size sleeping space for up to four adults. Like the rest of the lineup, it's a 4-season tent with a diesel heater port. Windows and roof skylights let in natural light and make it a great stargazing tent. Bedding can stay inside when the tent is closed, which makes camp setup even faster.
- Sleeps: Up to 4 adults
- Weight: 172 lbs, the heaviest of the four
- Closed: 75" × 48" × 10"
- Sleeping area: 80" × 70" × 40"
- Price: $3,799.99
Best for: Families, groups and basecamp-style camping on a full-size truck or SUV with a roof rack rated for the extra weight. An optional Grizzly Den annex room adds a sheltered ground-level space for changing and gear.
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How to Choose the Right Rocky Mountain Rooftop Tent
- How many people are sleeping up there? One or two: Wolverine. Two adults and a child: Timberwolf. Three to four: Owl's Nest or Grizzly Den.
- How much weight can your roof rack carry? Weight ranges from 115 to 172 lbs. Check your rack's dynamic load rating, not just the static rating. Our guide to choosing a proper roof rack explains the difference.
- Wedge or foldout? Wedge tents (Wolverine, Timberwolf) pack about 5 inches high, which is better for wind noise, fuel economy and low garages. Foldouts (Owl's Nest, Grizzly Den) pack about 10 inches high but give you a much bigger sleeping area.
- What's your vehicle's footprint? The wedge tents are 82 inches long when closed. The foldouts are shorter, at 63 and 75 inches.
- What's your budget? The range runs from $2,899.99 to $3,799.99. The Timberwolf and Owl's Nest are priced the same, so the choice between them comes down to wedge versus foldout and how many people are camping.
For a broader buying checklist, see our Canadian overlander's guide to choosing a rooftop tent.
Rooftop Tent Accessories Worth Adding
- Tent insulation kit to increase heat retention in cold climates, available for all four models. See how these tents handle the cold in our winter camping guide.
- RTT crossbar racks for extra storage on top of the tent.
- Grizzly Den annex room for a sheltered ground-level basecamp.
- A rooftop tent fan to cut condensation, and a leveling upgrade for uneven campsites.
Rocky Mountain Rooftop Tents: Common Questions
Which Rocky Mountain rooftop tent is best for a couple?
The Wolverine is the lightest and most compact choice for two adults. The Timberwolf adds 5 inches of width for more room, at $100 more.
Which Rocky Mountain rooftop tent is best for a family?
The Owl's Nest sleeps three to four and has the largest sleeping area listed at 91" × 63". The Grizzly Den sleeps up to four adults and is the largest model overall, with a king-size sleeping space.
Are Rocky Mountain rooftop tents 4-season?
Yes. All four Rocky Mountain rooftop tents, the Wolverine, Timberwolf, Owl's Nest and Grizzly Den, are 4-season tents. Each has a 10,000 mm rain rating on top, a 5,000 mm rated tent body, an anti-condensation mat and a diesel heater port.
Do I need insulation for winter camping in a rooftop tent?
Every model is a 4-season tent, but if you camp in cold climates, the optional insulation kit increases heat retention. It's available for all four models, and you can pair it with the built-in diesel heater port.
How long does it take to set up a Rocky Mountain rooftop tent?
Rocky Mountain Tents lists a simple one-minute setup for all four models.
What's included with a Rocky Mountain rooftop tent?
Each tent comes with a foam mattress, telescopic ladder, rainfly, tension poles, internal storage pockets, shoe bags, an anti-condensation mat, LED lighting, USB and 12V ports, and mounting hardware. Optional crossbars and an insulation liner are available.
What's the difference between a wedge and a foldout rooftop tent?
Wedge tents like the Wolverine and Timberwolf have a very low closed profile of about 5 inches. Foldout tents like the Owl's Nest and Grizzly Den sit about 10 inches high when closed and open to a larger sleeping area.
What's the difference between a hard shell and a hybrid rooftop tent?
The Wolverine, Timberwolf and Grizzly Den are full aluminum hard shell tents. The Owl's Nest is a hybrid, with a hard aluminum top and soft canvas sides.
Find Your Rocky Mountain Rooftop Tent
There's a Rocky Mountain rooftop tent for every rig, from the compact Wolverine and roomier Timberwolf to the family-sized Owl's Nest and Grizzly Den. Not sure which fits your vehicle and your trips? Get in touch with the Union Overland team and we'll help you match the right tent to your setup.