If you’re a tall camper, you already know how frustrating it is to get a sleeping bag to fit you PROPERLY.
I’m all for helping people, which is why I set out on a mission to find the best (and most affordable) sleeping bags for tall people.
So keep reading to see them all. I’ll let you make a final decision based on what you find in this article.
I hope you enjoy, fellow campers.
1. Tooge Backpacking Warm Light Sleeping Bag
Color: Blue + Green Options
Dimensions: 6.7 x 2.5 feet
Weight: 1.7 pounds
Comfortable Temperature Rating: 50-77 Degrees Fahrenheit
Extreme Use Down To: 35-45 Degrees Fahrenheit
Best Used For: 3 Seasons, Backpacking
Description:
The reason this sleeping bag has accumulated such great ratings is the simple fact that it packs into a VERY small package, as you can see in the product image below.
The high quality weather-resistant fabric prevents dampness while providing a good amount of comfort and warmth.
Even though it isn’t designed for winter use, it performs flawlessly in the 3 warmer seasons.
This sleeping bag is easy to clean, EXTREMELY lightweight, and is completely safe to machine wash.
Furthermore, it is skin-friendly so virtually anyone can use it. It includes 100% polyester lining and 210T polyester fabric for the exterior, upping the durability even more.
Key Features:
- Lightweight
- Compact
- Fastener tape
- Washing-washable safe
- Water-resistant
- Double-sided zippers
2. TETON Sports Tracker +5F Ultralight Sleeping Bag
Color: Green + Red Options
Dimensions: 7.2 x 2.8 feet
Weight: 4.1 pounds
Comfortable Temperature Rating: 10-20 Degrees Fahrenheit
Extreme Use Down To: 5 Degrees Fahrenheit
Best Used For: Winter Camping, Mountain Camping
Description:
Although not as ultralight as the Tooge, the TETON Sports Tracker is still in a lightweight range and has maximum comfort for your outdoor experiences.
The insulation consists of an innovative micro PolarLite, making it capable of withstanding temperatures as low +5F (which is extremely cold, for those of you who don’t know).
This specific fill actually “shapes” to your body, ensuring you stay well insulated and comfortable all night long.
What’s more?
There are separate fill boxes for your feet, giving you different options so you don’t have to settle for just one – like traditional sleeping bags.
This sleeping bag is designed to NOT rip when punctured, as well as being very highly water-resistant.
Key Features:
- Diamond ripstop shell which is water-resistant and doesn’t tear even when punctured
- Anti-snag zippers (also can be closed from inside the bag)
- Interior zipper pocket
- 3-piece hood for added warmth and comfort around the face
- Zipper draft tube
- Body mapping technology that provides extra warmth for toes
3. Kelty Tuck 22 Degree Sleeping Bag
Color: Dark Slate
Length: 6.6 feet
Weight: 3.3 pounds
Comfortable Temperature Rating: 40-70 Degrees Fahrenheit
Extreme Use Down To: 22 Degrees Fahrenheit
Best Used For: 3 Seasons, Minor Winter Conditions, Backpacking
Description:
The Kelty Tuck 22 Sleeping Bag is filled with a ThermaPro insulation.
This means it retains warmth while being easily compressible.
It’s been described from the manufacturers as taking synthetic fiber blend to a whole new level.
But because it can be used on cold winter nights AND the warmth, Kelty have given this bag a zipper at the feet.
It’s just a matter of unzipping the end of the bag and putting your feet out, ensuring you don’t over-heat on those hot summer nights!
It’s not designed for extreme weather conditions (mountain camping), but gets the job done easily on both cold and warm nights.
Key Features:
- Lightweight
- Thermal comfort hood
- Natural fit foot box
- Easily compressible
- Inner Pocket
- Tabs for strapping to air mattress
- Zipper draft tube
4. Mountaintop 32 F Ultralight Lightweight Mummy Down Sleeping Bag
Color: Multiple
Dimensions: 6.6 x 2.5 feet
Weight: 2 pounds
Comfortable Temperature Rating: 41-50 Degrees Fahrenheit
Extreme Use Down To: 32 Degrees Fahrenheit
Best Used For: 3 Seasons, Minor Winter Conditions
Description:
There’s not really much on the world wide web regarding this specific sleeping bag, but according to the online reviews, i just HAD to include it in this list.
This is another high quality sleeping bag that’s in a lightweight range for backpacking.
It is a down bag, so it possesses highly water-resistant, rip-stop 380T nylon, along with a 500 insulation fill.
The foot area is not your traditional shape, it’s actually “boxed”, providing you with extra space for you to move your feet.
What I like the most is that it’s super easy to pack once you’ve finished using it.
Key Features:
- Zipper pullers (interior and exterior)
- Box-shaped design for feet
- Highly water-resistant shell
- Anti-snag zippers
- Adjustable carry bag straps
- Velcro lock that reduces heat loss through zipper
- Fiber lock construction – stops the fill from shifting
5. Coleman Big Basin Extreme Weather 15 Degree Fahrenheit Sleeping Bag
Color: Gray
Length: 6.6 feet
Weight: 8 pounds
Comfortable Temperature Rating: 40-68 Degrees Fahrenheit
Extreme Use Down To: 0-20 Degrees Fahrenheit
Best Used For: Car Camping, 3 Seasons, Minor Winter Conditions
Description:
If you’re looking for a sleeping bag for car camping and NOT backpacking, you’ll fall in love with the Coleman Big Basin Sleeping Bag.
It works well for big and tall folks since it has a roomy design.
There is a draft tube (stops cold air from entering through the zippers), while the fleece foot system means your feet stay extra warm, especially on those really cold nights!
This sleeping bag also contains “quilted construction”. This system stops cold spots from arising as you shift around in the night.
The anti-snag zippers pull the fabric AWAY from the zippers. You will never have a problem with them getting stuck.
And just like the Kelty Tuck 22 Degree Sleeping Bag, this one also contains the ventilated bottom. Just unzip where your feet is and let cold air out.
Key Features:
- Wide design for bigger people
- Wide bottom for extra foot space
- Semi-sculpted hood – helps keep the heat in
- Quilting construction stops cold spots
- Zipper draft tube
- Anti-snag zippers
- Ventilated bottom (unzip to let feet out on hot nights)
6. TETON Sports LEEF Ultralight Mummy Sleeping Bag
Color: Black + Green Options
Dimensions: 7.2 x 2.8 feet
Weight: 4.2 pounds
Comfortable Temperature Rating: 25-55 Degrees Fahrenheit
Extreme Use Down To: 0 Degrees Fahrenheit
Best Used For: All 4 Seasons, Mountain Camping, Extreme Cold Conditions, Backpacking
Description:
This mummy-styled sleeping bag provides ultimate comfort.
Due to the microfiber PolarLite insulation (multiple layers), you stay toasting warm all night long because everything MOLDS to your body.
The “foot box” features means you have different compartments to place your feet into, providing as much comfort as possible.
The 3-piece hood contours to your face for those really freezing temperatures., providing EXTRA warmth.
Furthermore?
There is a full-length zipper draft tube!
There will be absolutely no cold air making its way inside this sleeping bag, while no warm air will be able to escape either.
It isn’t the most lightest sleeping bag on the market, but it definitely is on the lighter side for backpacking.
The fabric is a 40D/240T 0.3cm ripstop, meaning it is highly water-resistant and will not tear when punctured.
The Features:
- Extremely comfortable with the brushed polyester lining (feels like bed sheets!)
- Taped, anti-snag zippers
- Interior zip pocket
- Lightweight
- Warmer foot box
- Compression sack
7. Winter Season XL Mummy Sleeping Bag
Color: Red
Length: 6.6 feet
Weight: 2.2 pounds
Comfortable Temperature Rating: 70 Degrees Fahrenheit+
Extreme Use Down To: 32-60 Degrees Fahrenheit
Best Used For: 3 Seasons, Minor Winter Conditions, Backpacking
Description:
What makes this specific sleeping bag stand out from the crowd?
The simple fact that it performs really well for the price. You won’t have to pay an arm and a leg just to have fun in the great outdoors.
It compresses down to 15 x 8 x 8 inches and only weighs a measly 2.2 pounds. This makes the All Season XL Mummy Sleeping Bag a great choice for backpacking.
The manufacturers claim that it can work in ALL 4 seasons, taking into consideration that the conditions are dry and ideal.
The waterproof shell ensures you stay dry, in the event your tent springs a leak.
What’s more?
The fill is high loft and the liner is soft woven. This creates an extremely comfortable and warm sleeping environment.
There are “baffles” located around the neck and zippers. No heat will be escaping through this bad boy!
And because it’s built with 2 zippers, you can actually open the bag wherever you please on hot, summer nights.
The features:
- Comfortable
- High value for money
- Lightweight
- Waterproof shell
- Machine-washable safe
- Inner storage pocket
- Compression sack
Conclusion
So what is the best sleeping bag?
If you want to go car camping and you’re a bigger-than-average guy, the Coleman Big Basin will make a great choice – obviously since it’s too heavy for backpacking but provides everything a lighter bag offers.
But if you’re looking for a very lightweight sleeping bag that will actually get the job done when you’re counting on it the most as you go backpacking, you can’t go wrong with the TETON Sports LEEF Ultralight Mummy Sleeping Bag.
The Sports LEEF is EASILY my favorite sleeping bag in this list.
It’s 7.2 feet in length so it can fit tall people without a problem, it’s light enough for backpacking, affordable, and warm enough to keep you alive in extreme cold conditions!
Thanks for reading my article.
If you have any questions regarding these sleeping bags or even camping in general, I’ll be happy to answer all questions and concerns you may have.
Cheers!
-Brandon
Hi, Brandon! I found your site very useful! And thank you very much for this post! My choice definitely is 7. All Season XL Mummy Sleeping Bag. I love that it’s comfortable; it’s high value for money and has a lightweight! 🙂
I’m always looking for products that have high value for money. Sometimes you have to settle for what’s in front of you, however, if you’re willing to dig deep you can discover some amazing deals.
And that’s what I’ve done with this article – found the best sleeping bags and wrote them down.
Thanks for your input 🙂
Great article, I love the look of the Coleman Big Basin Extreme Weather bag as it’s got plenty of leg room to move around. Especially the ventilated bottom, that’s awesome. Thanks for sharing. Cheers, Karen
No worries, Karen. Glad you found one you like 🙂
Hello Brandon,
This has always been an issue in my family. I remember sleeping bags were always too short for me since I wanted my shoulder covered. My husband lived in a sleeping bag for five summers when he was working on the Alaska Railroad. He lived in a tent or his vehicle when out working. He always got frustrated that sleeping bags were too short and he isn’t even super tall. He is only about 6 feet.
So this is just what we need. If I buy another sleeping bag I will start here!
Thanks!
There’s SO many tall campers facing that exact problem year after year. I’m just glad I can step in (as an avid camper and blogger) to help those in need. Your comment reassures me that my articles are helpful in many ways, so thanks a lot!
I’m 5’11 so does that make me “tall?” I’ve never gone camping a day in my life but reading the description of the “Big Basin” sleeping bag made me want to go out and use it on my bed since my blanket doesn’t have a draft tube and keep my feet extra warm during winter. I might go camping in the future so I will keep these recommendations you gave us in mind. Thanks for helping us stay comfy Brandon 🙂
Haha, good call Zahhub.
5’11 is classed as tall in the camping community. Not tall tall, but definitely tall enough, lol.
I like how compact most of these are, especially the ‘Tooge Backpacking Warm Light Sleeping Bag’. Whenever I go camping with my family we always have issues with sleeping bags being too small or not warm enough. I will consider these for my next trip. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for stopping by. These bags are much bigger than your traditional bags so I’m happy to say that you will not feel squished in any of them 🙂
Great article. I like an extra long bag because I cant stand to feel cramped and when I get cold I like to crawl into the bag lol. I haven’t been camping since I was little and when my children were small we took them camping all the time. Thanks for the great information.
I absolutely love taking my kids camping. It’s quality bonding time and that’s what we need more of in this world. Thanks for your comment 🙂
I am only five foot eleven but I prefer my sleeping bags to be extra large for plenty of room to move about when myself and my family go camping as I am such a restless sleeper. I really like the look of the TETON Sports LEEF Ultralight Mummy Sleeping Bag, does it come in any other colors?
It’s available in black and green, however, the green version is rated for +20 F, not 0 degrees F like the black version. Hope this helps 🙂
Thanks for helping find a sleeping bag for my brother. He’s a big guy 6’7” and xxl. He lost his leg last year and I’m trying to get him back out camping so now I’m restocking him with new gear but I can’t find a sleeping pad or air mattress for under his bag. Can you help?
You’re such a nice brother for doing this. I’m sure he will thank you so much for doing this.
I can certainly help you.
There is the 5CM THICK Sleeping Pad, which sleeps 6’6″ comfortably.
The Coleman ComfortSmart Deluxe Camping Cot has a 6.6 foot length, while the Self inflating Sleeping Pad has a length of 6.4 feet.
Please get back to me if you still need help 🙂
Thanks 4 the info
Anytime, Christina 😀
Howdy Brandon…
My son is training in the Navy to become a Nuke. It is said a lightweight sleeping bag is the way to go on a carrier, but it cannot be bulky as they have limited space. My son is 6’7″ and weighs 245. Big solid boy. When he crewed his bag was always too short for his size 15+ feet. Suggestions?
Caroline