8 Best Pop Up Camper Trailers
Pop up campers, pop up trailers, pop up camping trailers, whatever you want to call them, they are simply awesome. So small, they allow you to park and/or camp anywhere. We are always amazed at the ingenuity of the pop-up camper manufacturers that pack so much good camping gear into such a small place. These are the 8 best pop up camper trailers on the market today.
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8 Best Pop Up Camper Trailers
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1. Sylvan Sport GO
This little guy is amazing! You can store things (like motorcycles, bikes, camping gear, or whatever you can come up with, below the tent pod. You can even put stuff like kayaks, bicycles, and more on the equipment rack above the tent pod. It’s a really cool design. This is the hybrid of all the pop-up tent trailers. The company Sylvan Sport also sells all sorts of camping equipment and an even larger camper. You should check them out!
Quick Features
Length: 80″ Long by 116″ Wide
Dry Weight: 840 Pounds
Sleeps: 2 Adults – 2 Children
Slideouts: None, however, the roof pops up for more headspace and ventilation.
Light enough for almost any size vehicle to tow, this pop up / travel trailer is perfect for almost anyone that loves the outdoors. The only drawback we could find is there is no internal toilet, so you could always opt for a nice composting toilet.
Those Australians did it again! They packed so much into this off-road pop-up camper trailer that you may never have to go home again. It’s almost indescribable how cool this pop-up camper trailer is. With the flip of a button, the entire pop up literally pops up with the convenience of triple-reinforced air bladders. Not only that, you can order with a toilet, a slide-out kitchen, and so much more. It’s a little pricey, but well worth it if you want to take your pop-up camper trailer off-road and get away from it all.
Quick Features
Length: 5600 (L) x 2155mm (W) x 1635mm (H) (inc rack and spare)
Dry Weight: 1,370 kg (depending on what model you choose – 2 models to choose from)
Sleeps: Can sleep up to 10 people with inflated annex
Slideouts: No slideouts but it has two fold-outs and if you choose the air annex, you have an amazing amount of room. Check out the video!!
Built for extreme off-road travel, this pop-up camper trailer has everything you will need and more. With fixed double-beds, a seating area, a movable table, storage, portable toilet, fridge slide, and even a slide-out kitchen. You have to order from Australia, so get on it.
3. Forest River Rockwood ESP (Extreme Sports Package)
Forest River Rockwood ESP (Extreme Sports Package)
This pop-up camping trailer is built for adventurous couples and families. With 10 models to choose from, we are sure you can find the right pop up camper trailer for you. These travel trailers also come in the soft wall or hard wall configurations.
Quick Features
Length: 12’1″ to 30’8″ (depending on model selected)
Dry Weight: 1,722 lbs to 3,377 lbs (depending on model selected)
Sleeps: 2 to 4 Adults (depending on the model selected)
Slideouts: 1 Slideout (depending on the model selected)
BUILT FOR 21ST CENTURY CAMPING. The ESP package has interior features targeted for the modern, active lifestyle including a Digital Media Receiver with Bluetooth, MP3 player, USB and auxiliary ports, WiFi Ranger WiFi Booster, recharging station with (2) additional USB ports, LED interior lighting and more.
4. Turtleback Trailers Expedition T3
Turtleback Trailers Expedition T3
Another Australian innovation. If you are into off-road trailers and have a fair amount of money, this pop-up camper trailer is for you! Turtleback Trailers have a more affordable line, the Getaway Series at around $17,000 but since this is a review, we wanted to show you the absolute best the Turtleback Trailers have to offer.
Quick Features
Length: 67” H x 74.25” W x 130” L (depending on model selected)
Dry Weight: 1,850 lbs (depending on model selected)
Sleeps: 2 to 4 Adults (depending on the model selected)
Slideouts: No slideouts
Since this website is dedicated to adventure travel, we love this little pop-up camper trailer. It is truly built to go off-road. With Steel Frame construction, 3500lb Rubber Torsion Axles, Electric Brakes, Alloy Wheels & Off-Road Tires, 4 Rail Steel Roof Rack, 42 Gal Food Grade Water Tank, 12V On-Demand Water Pump, DSI 6 Gal High-Efficiency Water Heater, External Shower Storage, with a CNC Laser Cut & Bent Aluminum l 48” x 32” Nose Box, 45” Side Boxes (2), 55+ Cubic Feet Of Storage, Durable Baltic Birch Wood Cabinetry, Solid Maple Countertop, 2 Slide Out Kitchen Pantry Drawers, Huge Pot & Pan Box, Customizable Drawer Dividers, 2 Burner Partner Steel Stove & Cover, Deep Dometic Stainless Steel Sink, Hot & Cold Faucet, Brushed S/Steel Fold Down Tables (2) and 11lb Propane Tank. It also comes with an optional Roof Top Tent, Awning, Fridge, and Rotopax.
5. Coachman Viking LS
The Viking line of pop-up camper trailers has more than 16 different options. We had to pick one, so here is the Coachman Viking LS. This small little pop-up camper trailer is packed with goodies. Great for a family for a week of camping or so compact and easy to setup, even a quick weekend camping getaway.
Quick Features
Length: 16′ 10″‘ including tongue
Dry Weight: 1,080 lbs
Sleeps: 4 Adults
Slideouts: 2 slideouts that make into beds
These little pop-up camper trailer even come with an electric brakes, LED exterior lights, pre-braced for A/C, fresh water tank, 12 amp convertor, awning, 2 burner stove, 20,000 BTU furnace,3-Way Dometic Refrigerator 1.9 Cu. Ft. with screens and a lot more. Check them out!
6. Forest River Flagstaff Sports Enthusiast
Forest River Flagstaff Sports Enthusiast
It seems like Forest Rivers is THE RV manufacturer with the most options available. This pop-up camper trailer is just another option you can find from Forest River. The model here ( 28TSCSE : Sports Enthusiast Package (SE) comes with an actual shower, toilet, fridge, sink, dinette, and two large beds.
Quick Features
Length: 26′ 5″
Dry Weight: 1,844 lbs
Sleeps: 4 Adults
Slideouts: 1 slideout, with two folding pop-outs.
The Flagstaff Sport Enthusiast Package comes with a variety of standard features including: AM/FM stereo with Bluetooth technology, a MP3 Player and USB auxiliary ports for streaming and recharging, LED lighting and a WiFi Ranger WiFi booster, Distinctive fender flairs and 15” Mud Rover Radial Tires with Aluminum Wheels provides 12” of ground clearance to go anywhere. Each SE is solar power ready, making it easy to get off the grid! You really have to check these out. They don’t have a video out for the SE package but check out the video below for the less extreme Flagstaff MAC.
7. Coachmen Clipper 12.0 TD XL
This is a hybrid between a standard small RV trailer and a pop-up camper trailer. The Coachmen Clipper series of trailers have 16 options! Choose from a standard pop-up trailer or the hybrid models. Standard features include a lot of comfort features including a 5,000 BTU air conditioner and a 20,000 BTU furnace plus, unlike traditional teardrop models, you can stand upright and walk around in the living space. These models are lightweight, and easy to tow by most cars, crossovers, and small SUVs.
Quick Features
Length: Just over 16’9″
Dry Weight: 1,786 lbs
Sleeps: 3 Adults
Slideouts: No slideouts
Clipper tent-style, pop-up hybrids feel much bigger inside, with a rear entry for easy access. Unlatch, and the struts automatically lift the roof into position. Durable, lami-plast exterior walls and roof skin maintain structural integrity and can withstand the test of time.
8. Black Series Dominator
In case you can’t tell, I love Australians and their ingenuity. The Dominator provides a spacious interior with a queen size sleeping area and seating for the whole family. The seating area also conveniently converts into a comfortable sleeping surface to provide a restful nights sleep for the whole family. Included LED lighting throughout allows the celebration to continue inside after the sun goes down. Plenty of mesh windows allow fresh air to flow throughout the tent, reassuring you of the beauty and purity of camping and overlanding.
Quick Features
Length: 17.38′
Dry Weight: 2,740 lbs
Sleeps: 2+ Adults
Slideouts: None
The Dominator provides a spacious interior with a queen size sleeping area and seating for the whole family. The seating area also conveniently converts into a comfortable sleeping surface to provide a restful night’s sleep for the whole family. Included LED lighting throughout allows the celebration to continue inside after the sun goes down. Plenty of mesh windows allow fresh air to flow throughout the tent, reassuring you of the beauty and purity of camping and overlanding.
