360-degree protection: Ensures full coverage from rain, wind, and snow in any direction
Dual zipper pulls: Allows regulation of ventilation while maintaining waterproof integrity
Adjustable vestibule: Increases ventilation and can be set to different heights for comfort
Floating canopy: Canopy height adjustable for optimal airflow and protection
Integrated stash pocket: Doubles as a stuff sack for convenient storage
Summarized by Shop
11 oz - 310 g Solo Tarp The Gatewood Cape is the super ultralight backpacker’s dream – shave ounces by combining your rain gear and tarp into one.
The Gatewood Cape is the ONLY poncho-style Tarp to provide complete 360° protection. Since its introduction in 2006, it has been carried over hundreds of thousands of trail miles. It’s provide
Weight
11 oz (310 g)
Coverage
35 ft² (3.2 m²)
Packed Size
10 x 8 x 1.5 in (25 x 20 x 4 cm)
Seasons
3
Materials
15D silicone-coated nylon (canopy), 1800 mm waterproof rating
Stakes
6 (sold separately)
Entry
Side entry
Summarized by Shop
4.5
16 ratings
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Scott · August 30, 2026
Meh - probably would get something else. I thought it would be awesome and I read and watched many reviews. I’ve used it several times on the North Country Trail and Appalachian Trail. It is just clunky, and I get mildly annoyed setting it up.
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Loren · August 13, 2026
Love the weight
The cape performed well as a poncho. As a shelter, it did okay, but could use an additional attachment point to pull the back out and away from the serenity tent. Condensation really builds up where the two touch, even with the front open, and it's hard to set it up so that there's room between them. I like the overall lightness of the paired cape and serenity tent.
I loved the serenity tent as a bug shelter without the cape.