When thinking about the prospects of weekend getaways, nothing beats hopping into your small camper trailer and going on a road adventure.
When you’re miles away from the nearest city -, it sure is convenient to bring the comforts of home with you. Small campers provide comfort and freedom when going for an adventure.
Now without further ado, let’s take a closer look at these small camping trailers one by one.
The 10 Best Small Campers
Forest River r-Pod Travel Trailer: Best Overall
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Best known in the market for its great value and great function, the r-Pods by Forest River comes with a unique form and design.
With a construction made to fit your style, it comes with 11 different floor plans to choose from.
The r-Pod Ultra Lite travel trailers range from 19ft to 25ft, giving you options on where your camper priorities lie.
Since we are talking about small campers, let’s take a closer look at some stats from its smallest version, the RP-171.
Some Key Features:
- Hitch Weight: 340 lbs.
- Cargo Carrying Capacity: 1126 lbs.
- Exterior Length: 19 ft.
- Exterior Width: 8 ft.
- Exterior Height: 9 ft. and 7 in.
We love how the Forest River r-Pod is one of those small travel trailers that can accommodate a family.
It has 3-4 sleeping spaces, a two-burner stove for fancy meals, a refrigerator for storing leftovers, and a convection microwave when you’re too lazy to cook on the road.
It also has a furnace for cold days, an air conditioner for hot days, and a great wet bath. Plus there’s a TV too. What’s not to love about this small camper trailer?
For those looking to bring the convenience of home when traveling to national parks or up to some winding mountain roads, the r-Pods are up to the task.
If you want a closer look at one of the r-Pod models, check this video that gives you a walkthrough tour.
Pros:
- Normally pre-wired for the solar system, which is extremely useful when off-road.
- Flexible for customization.
- Has a convenient outdoor shower.
- Pet-friendly features.
Cons:
- Refrigerator might be a bit small for your liking.
- Quite tight bathrooms.
- Not the best build quality.
It’s one of the best and most popular options on the market. What’s to expect when you’re using small camper’s, right?
Despite everything, we still love the great functional convenience of the Forest River r-Pod travel trailers.
If you want to take a closer look, check here.
TAB 400 by nuCamp: Best Value
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If you’re a fan of the teardrop shape but prefer more moving space than what they usually offer, the TAB 400 by nuCamp is the best option for you.
With two amazing floor plans to choose from, this teardrop wonder is really one of our favorite small travel trailers on this list. Small campers are cool, for sure, but the TAB 400 is way cooler.
We’re all for its variety of exterior design options. It’s the different colors and accents that make the TAB 400 an excellent choice.
Here are some specs we can review on the TAB 400.
Some Key Features:
- Dry Weight: 2,876 lbs.
- Hitch Weight: 318 lbs.
- Exterior Length: 18 ft. and 3 in.
- Exterior Width: 7 ft. and 3 in.
- Exterior Height: 8 ft. and 8 in.
Small campers like this one have a great water management system.
That also means that you can use its wet bath with the fold-down sink. It’s really convenient because we don’t get many tiny trailers with their own bathrooms.
The Solo and the Standard options – differ in the space capacity. The Solo is good for sleeping one person in its layout, while the Standard has enough space in its queen-sized bed for two.
Plus, the roomy dinette can be converted into additional sleeping space at the other end of the camper.
If you want to check out this small camper and take a closer look, you can check this YouTube video we found, giving it a review and walkthrough.
Pros:
- Solar ready for use.
- Has its own bathroom.
- Has an outside shower too.
- 2-way or 3-way fridge option.
- Large space for internal storage
Cons:
- We honestly can’t name any
The TAB 400 is truly among the best small campers on this list. It’s perfect for road trips, dirt road camping, and so much more.
Click here to check out more details on this amazing small camper trailer.
Escape 17A Trailer – Best Budget Pick
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Since we’re all for small campers today, we’re taking a closer look into Escape 17A.
If you like piña coladas and not getting caught in the rain, you’re going to love the Escape 17A and how it’s awesome for lightweight travel.
It’s a great starter camping trailer. It’s also an awesome upgrade from just pitching up your tent whenever you travel.
It has a fifth wheel that’s easy to tow and carry along with you on your family adventures.
Some Key Features:
- Dry Weight: 2290 lbs.
- Hitch Weight: 256 lbs.
- Exterior Length: 18 ft. and 4 in.
- Exterior Width: 6 ft. and 8 in.
- Exterior Height: 8 ft. and 8 in.
It’s really something about that solid fiberglass shell that we absolutely love.
The camper is strong, durable, easy to clean, and completely waterproof. It’s really convenient when traveling under different road conditions.
There’s a furnace and two vents on the top of this small camper for a-ok circulation no matter the weather. That’s especially awesome when cooking with its two-burner stove.
The sleeping quarters of this small travel trailer have MORE space than you’d expect. With a plush mattress and overhead compartments for ample storage, it feels really homey and comfy.
Here’s a YouTube video we found giving a small trailer a walkthrough and review.
Pros:
- Fits a kitchenette for four.
- Extra space that can be used for an extra bed.
- Great to work with any towing vehicle.
- Custom builds are offered and encouraged!
Cons:
- No bathroom.
We love this conveniently small camper like the next guy, but it’s a huge downer that it doesn’t come with a bathroom of its own.
What it lacks in the bathroom, it makes up for design and great function anyway!
If you want to check out the price and floor plans of one of the best small travel trailers on this list, click here.
Timberleaf Pika Teardrop Camper Trailer
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This latest Timberleaf trailer, named after the small and cute mountain mammal (and not the Pokémon), is their smallest teardrop trailer yet.
The Pika by Timberleaf is a tiny camping trailer that you’d love to bring, even if what you have is on the side of smaller vehicles.
When on the road, camper trailers that are small and packed with convenient features are the way to go. If you’re thinking of off-road adventures for one or two people, the Pika is a perfect pick.
With a standard package, an all-road package, and an off-road package (comes with off-road tires), it’s versatile and built to make your road getaways easier.
Let’s take a closer look at the specs of this small travel trailer.
Some Key Features:
- Dry Weight: 970 lbs.
- Exterior Length: 11 ft. and 10 in.
- Exterior Width: 5 ft. and 6 in.
- Exterior Height: 3 ft.
You wouldn’t think it would have most of what you need, but the light and nimble, easy-to-tow Pika surely does.
On the inside, it has a compact yet spacious double-size mattress. It’s accompanied by a beautiful skylight and big windows that make it feel larger and more spacious inside.
On the outside, it’s more or less inspired by vintage trailers. It has an exterior kitchen that incorporates indoor and outdoor cooking features, with two hydraulic gas props.
LED lights illuminate the whole trailer in ALL the right places. Small camper trailers don’t really get any better than this.
Both of the latter packages include six USB ports to help you stay fully charged and connected wherever you go.
Check out this YouTube video we found, giving it an honest review and walkthrough.
Pros:
- Literally the smallest camper on our list.
- Compact interior layout.
- Great for an off-the-road adventure.
Cons:
- No bathroom attached to it.
- On the pricier side for its exceptional design.
We’re all for a small trailer that’ll tickle you lightweight campers. For almost any tow vehicle, this certainly is a great choice to pick.
If you want to check out the price and take a closer look at this small camper, click here.
Terradrop by Oregon Trailer
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When talking about a teardrop trailer that’s awesome for off-road sites and adventures, consider none other than the Terradrop by Oregon Trailer.
It’s one of the best options for an off-road adventure and easy to bring along with vehicles with a smaller towing capacity.
One of the smaller trailers to boot on our list, we love that the Terradrop is customizable to your needs and wants. Its off-road tires are definitely an automatic plus on all versions of this bad boy.
Let’s take a look at some specific specs of this small pull tiny trailer.
Some Key Features:
- Dry Weight: around 1200 lbs.
- Hitch Weight: 15% of the trailer’s overall weight
- Exterior Length: 12 ft. and 2 in.
- Exterior Width: 6 ft. and 6 in.
- Exterior Height: 5 ft. and 8 in.
Instead of tent camping, why not opt for the comfiest bed and quarters on wheels- that’s easy to bring along with you wherever you go?
Not only is it convenient and functional, but it also has this beautiful wooden interior with lights installed within the wooden paneling. This small camper is not only convenient, but it’s pretty too!
It’s a modern and classic-looking travel trailer that’s so much classier than some vintage trailers out there. It has extra interior space for storage and more headroom than you might think.
If you want to check out a YouTube video we found giving this small camper a tour, click here.
Pros:
- Customizable camper.
- Absolutely comfortable sleeping space.
- Great for an off-the-road adventure.
Cons:
- No kitchen space.
- Not even a sink.
- No bathroom attached to it.
If you’re looking for something that might be closer to a small RV, then this might not be the one for you. But if you’re really for that off-road camper goodness, then this might be your ultimate pick.
Travel trailers like this are great to be pulled even by minivans, with their convenient dry weight.
If you want to check out more on this small travel trailer, click here.
TAXA Outdoors Cricket Camper
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If you’re a family that loves traveling and taking trips to different places as a recreation, you’d really like the Cricket Camper by TAXA Outdoors.
With an easy to tow dry weight and an innovative build with the thought of a two adult, two children band in mind, it truly is the perfect model for family vacations on the road.
We also love that it’s built like a small RV. It’s a camping trailer that has awesome pop-ups too.
Small travel trailers like this one are super lightweight and great for off-road adventures. Now let’s take a closer look at some specs.
Some Key Features:
- Dry Weight: 1,753 lbs.
- Hitch Weight: 245 lbs.
- Exterior Length: 15 ft.
- Exterior Width: 6 ft. and 7 in.
- Exterior Height: 9 ft.
Despite this being a certified small travel trailer, it’s still made to have more space than it seems!
Instead of having a fixed roof, it has a convenient pop-up roof ready for ventilation and protection adjustments.
An amazing air conditioning system and extra windows keep you cool and comfy no matter the weather.
The kitchenette features a two-burner stove and a covered sink that makes meal prep time easier.
There’s also enough space in that small trailer for storage, making packing and moving around a lot easier.
Small trailers like the Cricket Camper are great – when it comes to sleeping space because of their queen size bed with pull-out bunk beds for the kids.
It’s a small trailer that we love, with a lot more living space than might appear.
You can check out this YouTube video which gives this small travel trailer a walk-through. The comments are helpful as well.
Pros:
- Convenient for off-road travel.
- Plenty of interior living space and height.
- Enough for a small family.
- Absolutely great ventilation.
Cons:
- Does not come with its own bathroom.
Despite having no bathroom, it has its own built-in portable shower, which is great if you’ve just come from the beach or a swimming hole.
You just have to make sure to bring your own portable toilet or bathroom tent for privacy when nature calls.
We love that these are some of the small travel trailers that are good enough to fit the family but not too heavy, cumbersome, and a hassle to drive.
If you want to check out the price and take a closer look at the Cricket’s design, check here.
Happier Camper HC1 Travel Trailer
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If there’s one thing we love about Happier Camper, it’s that they make trailers that truly make us happy campers.
Suited to be the prettiest small camper at any RV park, the model trailers from Happier Camper are designed to be customizable for any of their customers.
This is great because you can arrange the interior any way you want.
With floor plans that come with the Adaptiv™ cube components, you’ll customize your camper just like you’re playing with Lego®.
Only, it’s a life-size version and totally convenient for you and the gang.
Travel trailers don’t get any better than these when it comes to design and user optimization. Let’s take a closer look at the HC1 Travel Trailer’s specs.
Some Key Features:
- Dry Weight: 1100 lbs.
- Hitch Weight: 110-150 lbs.
- Exterior Length: 13 ft.
- Exterior Width: 7 ft.
- Exterior Height: 7 ft. and 4 in.
This small camper has the vintage trailer vibe too, and we’re all for it. But don’t be fooled that its build is stuck and not updated cause it’s a total upgrade from vintage trailers!
It has an ultralight build considering its space for being a small travel trailer. It also has a honeycomb fiberglass floor and large panoramic windows. How cool and innovative is that?
We’re happy campers and adventurers with the Happier Camper’s HC1. It’s easy to tow with any kind of car or vehicle. It also fits easily into any kind of parking space.
If you want, you can check out this YouTube video, giving this trailer a walkthrough and review.
Pros:
- Convenient for off-road travel.
- Fully customizable for your convenience and liking.
- Solar panel ready.
- Great for off-grid camping and vacations.
Cons:
- It’s on the pricier side.
- No wet bath.
Not only does this lovely, happy, and small camper have a fully customizable feature, but it can also include a kitchenette, road shower, and dry flush toilet.
Small campers don’t really get any better than this.
If you want to check out your customization options and more information on this Happier Camper, click here.
Aliner Classic Travel Trailer
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If you’re going for a tiny house on wheels, this definitely is the one for you.
Great interior storage and a unique design, plus a durable aluminum shell. What more can we ask for, right?
The Aliner Classic Travel Trailer is easy to tow, store, set up, and carry. It’s also great for first-time and experienced trailer users.
Classic, nearly legendary, the Aliner Classic has two-floor plans available for you to choose from. The floor plans differ only on the sleeping options.
It’s the classic pop-up camper design that we all know and love.
It’s versatile, adaptable, and comfortable with everything you want and need when on a trip. Let’s take a look at some of its important specs.
Some Key Features:
- Dry Weight: 1590 lbs.
- Hitch Weight: 160 lbs.
- Exterior Length: 15 ft.
- Exterior Width: 6 ft. and 6 in.
- Road Height: 4 ft. and 7 in.
Instead of sleeping in a tent when camping or going for an outdoor adventure, why not go for this awesome small trailer with a space that is really not so small.
It has an interior layout with a two stovetop if you’re up to cooking a fancy dinner and a half-fridge for storing leftovers.
It also comes with a microwave for quick and easy meals on the go and a comfortable kitchen to lounge in.
We know how easy spaces are a need when traveling since you’re always on the move when going on a travel adventure.
We also value space to move around in our travel trailers. The Aliner Classic is the trailer for that.
Its options include a full-sized bed or a sofa bed in its layout on the inside, depending on what’s more convenient to you.
If you need extra space for sleeping, the dinette area can be converted into extra sleeping quarters. Check out this YouTube vid we found, giving the trailer a nice review and showcasing its top features.
Pros:
- Pet-friendly use.
- Great to use for hot and cold conditions.
- Easy systems to use and switch up.
- Solar port ready.
Cons:
- No bathroom.
- Lack of overhead storage.
Though it doesn’t come with its own bathroom, it does come with an outside shower, which is convenient. We know how much you need a rinse after a dip in the beach or a lake.
It’s easy to take along with you on vacations and adventures and super convenient for a little gang of campers too. It’s one of those travel trailers that you can easily rely on when going on a trip.
If you want to check out the price and other specifications of this small camper, check here.
Winnebago Micro Minnie
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When talking about some of the best small travel trailers out there, it would be mad to miss out on the Winnebago Micro Minnie.
Easy to tow, easy to use, easy to enjoy, this tiny camper bad boy is great for family trips wherever you go, as long as it’s on the road.
Small travel trailers like this one are awesome because of all the space they have on the inside while not being too bulky outside.
Plus, the MicroMinnie has 1o, yes ten, floor plans available for you to pick and choose from.
These lightweight travel trailers are, as you know by now, awesome for towing along on long trips since it isn’t such a hassle on your towing vehicle.
The Micro Minnie, in particular, has enough space to sleep 3 people at least.
Looking at their smallest model, the 1708FB, which doesn’t have any pop-ups to make it too bulky, it’s small enough to tow along wherever.
Some Key Features:
- Dry Weight: 3,360 lbs.
- Hitch Weight: 340 lbs.
- Exterior Length: 19 ft. and 4.5 in.
- Exterior Width: 7 ft.
- Exterior Height: 10 ft. and 4 in.
We love this camping trailer because it’s super amicable towards those of us who like moving around in our trailer space and not just moving around on the road.
It has a spacious kitchen with a refrigerator that has double doors. Along with that are a very useful stovetop and microwave oven that make making meals easy and fun.
Imagine sleeping in between fresh and cool air. Well, in this awesome camper, you don’t have to imagine at all because of its huge bed in between two spacious windows.
It also has its own bathroom, so that’s always super cool. It comes with shower space, a sink, and a toilet.
We don’t have to worry about looking for somewhere else to do our business, and that’s a major relief. For entertainment, it comes with its own TV cabinet if you want to enjoy the comforts of the inside.
If you’re more of an outdoorsy person, it comes with patio speakers so you can vibe and enjoy the outdoors with no worries.
If you want to check it out and take a closer look, here’s a YouTube video we found giving this great camping trailer a review.
Pros:
- Has its own bathroom.
- Ample cooking and dining space.
- Outdoor entertainment amenities.
Cons:
- A bit heavier than the rest of those on this list.
- Wet bath is a bit tight to fit into.
Having a tight bathroom is better than having none at all, though.
When it comes to small travel trailers, we can all agree that they’re better than any toy hauler when going for a trip on the road.
Here is the official site of this small camper if you want to review more of its features and price.
Scamp 13′ Fiberglass Trailer
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When talking about small campers, we just have to include a Scamp Trailer.
This small trailer is another great pick if you’re all for that vintage vibe when looking for a little home on wheels.
With a design that says you’re on the road and ready for a chill adventure, it’ll definitely suit you and your grooves.
Scamp Trailers are known to be sturdy and great for family use.
This model comes with 4 different floor plans, two with standard-sized beds and two with bigger beds which are better if you’re more in the family.
When looking for a travel trailer, we want something that’s not just built well but also greatly designed, right? Well, worry no more! The Scamp 13′ has got you covered.
Some Key Features:
- Dry Weight: 1,200 to 1,600 lbs.
- Exterior Length: 13 ft.
- Exterior Width: 7 ft. and 6 in.
- Exterior Height: 6 ft. and 8 in.
With two available options from which to choose, the Scamp 13′ is really quite versatile.
It’s either you’re one for a more comfortable sleeping space, or you really want a tiny trailer with its own bathroom.
If you’re having a hard time choosing between the two. One is easy convenience, and the other is the ultimate comfort. It is neck and neck between what you really value.
On the other hand, the standard amenities available in the Scamp 13′ are an awesome two-burner stove beside a sink for easy cooking and a cozy little dinette.
The dinette can also be changed into space for sleeping, especially if you choose the version of this trailer with the bathroom.
We love that there’s extra storage when it comes to this travel trailer. It has its own cabinet closet for clothes and such. The bed option has extra overhead storage too!
If you want to check it out a bit closer, here’s a YouTube video from the company itself giving this camper trailer a walkthrough.
Pros:
- Simple and easy to hook and tow.
- Lightweight with lots of room inside.
- Not much need for maintenance.
Cons:
- Somewhat small.
- Fridge is rather small too.
Well, we are talking about small campers here, so what do you really expect, right?
When it comes to durability and great design, we really do love a Scamp Trailer. Click here for further details on features and their price.
What Should You Consider When Buying Small Campers?
Bathrooms
Imagine trying to not pee for the duration of your trip? That surely is a struggle, don’t you think?
If you’re looking for small trailers, make sure to go for ones that have built-in bathrooms and lavatories.
The bathroom doesn’t have to be extremely large, but as long as it allows you to do your business and shower comfortably, you should be fine.
User-Friendly Kitchen
This is a HUGE MUST!! Since you’re going to be in the camper most of the time, you need to have food ready in the dining area so that you don’t get hungry.
If you want to provide for you and your family for at least 3 meals, go for mini vans that have properly designed kitchen layouts and all the important apparatus.
You would not want to be cramped up while preparing breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Space
In life, we ALL need our space. The same applies to these travel trailers.
Yes, we understand these are small and mobile, but vans with small space simply won’t cut it! Go for campers that will provide maximum comfort for all family members.
It’s up to you with how you want to assign the spots, but the important thing to remember is EVERYONE should have equal spacing.
A Recap of the Top Picks
Escape 17A Trailer: Best Budget Pick
For those of you looking for a lightweight and budget-friendly travel trailers with awesome interior storage and fiberglass quality, the Escape Trailers might be the ones for you.
Escape makes small travel trailers that cater to you and your family’s convenience for your trips.
TAB 400 by nuCamp: Best Value
Not only is the TB 400 ideal for lightweight travel for the family, but it really feels like a tiny home away from home.
The TAB 400 also comes with heavy-duty features, which just lets us know it’s ready and fit for some off-road trips and adventures.
Its higher ground clearance is also another reason why this is re garded as our best value pick!
Forest River r-Pod Travel Trailer: Best Overall
The r-Pods by Forest River is by far the MOST EXCELLENT CHOICE for functional luxury that’s great to tow along when you’re off traveling to faraway places.
Multiple sleeping areas, kitchen essentials, and bathroom amenities all in one small van? Indeed, you can’t go wrong with a camper van that provides ANYTHING and EVERYTHING!
Let’s Pack It up and Go
We love a small trailer just like the next guy, and we know you do too. Why else did you stick around for this long, right?
With features that really get our attention and ups and downs just like those on a bumpy road, it’s sometimes tricky to find your favorite trailer. We got you, and we hope this helped.
