Hotcore Vapor 3 Ultralight Tarp - 12' x 10' Backcountry Shelter

When the day’s hike ends and the sun starts to dip over the Atlantic, the best moments happen around the communal camp kitchen. The Hotcore Vapor 3 is the big brother of the Vapor series, offering a palatial 10’ x 12’ footprint that turns any patch of forest into a comfortable social hub. Despite its massive coverage, it weighs in at just 545 grams—scarcely more than a full half-liter bottle of water. Whether you’re stringing it up to provide a shaded porch for the whole crew or using its 12-foot length as a deluxe hammock fly, the Vapor 3 provides that extra breathing room that makes backcountry living feel less like "roughing it" and more like a luxury retreat.

• Expansive Coverage: At 10' x 12', this tarp provides significantly more surface area than the Vapor 2, making it the ideal choice for groups of 3+ or for solo hikers who want total gear protection.
• Featherlight Trail Weight: Tipping the scales at only 545g (1.2 lbs), it delivers an incredible ratio of protection-to-weight, ensuring it won't slow you down on technical climbs.
• Premium 20D Ripstop: Crafted from a high-tenacity polyester in "Cool Grey" that resists stretching when damp and maintains its tension through breezy coastal evenings.
• PFAS-Free Weatherproofing: Features a 1500mm sil/PU waterproof coating and fully taped seams for a chemical-free, high-performance barrier against the mist and the sun alike.
• Reinforced Tension Points: Engineered with heavy-duty stitching and reinforced corners to handle the high-tension pitches required for a 120-square-foot shelter.
• Versatile Pitching: The generous length makes this a favorite for hammock campers, providing ample coverage for even the longest setups with room to spare for your pack underneath.

Best For

• The Effort: Group backpacking trips, hammock camping, and basecamp "living room" setups.
• The Goal: Providing a large, dry, and shaded area for cooking, gear sorting, or socializing without the weight of a tent.
• The Conditions: Sunny coastal afternoons, breezy ridge-lines, and those perfect summer evenings where you want to stay outside until the stars come out.

Technical Specifications

• Dimensions: 10’ x 12′ (300 cm x 366 cm)
• Carry Weight: 545 g / 1.2 lbs
• Material: 20D Ripstop Polyester
• Waterproof Rating: 1500mm Sil/PU Coating (Taped Seams)
• Sustainability: PFAS-Free
• Inclusions: Soft-fabric carry bag (Note: Guylines and stakes are not included)