Most bears will get startled by this and run away, as they are generally afraid of humans. Although such a situation is very rare, should a bear start to attack you in your tent, the National Park Service recommends fighting back.

Do bears rip open tents?

Aim for sensitive areas such as the nose and eyes. Never forget that a bear who has become bold enough to rip open your tent sees you as food, and nothing else. While bear attacks are rare, bear attacks are also disproportionately fatal in comparison to other wild animal attacks when they do occur.

Are you safe in a tent from a bear?

Tents are not a proven deterrent against attacks from large wild animals such as bears or cougars. A tent, however, serves as protection while you sleep from insects and snakes.