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Small camping trailers are a great way for outdoor seekers to up their camping game without the hustle of a colossal rig or massive towing trucks. These small camping trailers have all the comforts of home, including a bathroom, kitchen, sitting area, and a bed, but still light enough to tow with a small or medium-sized vehicle.
Furthermore, these small trailers have taken over the RV spots, and they are easier to get into hard-to-reach or rather coveted dispersed camping areas. That said, read on for some of the best small camping trailers on the market.
8 Sunnyside Off-road The Boony Trailer
While there are many small camping trailers on this list, the Nevada-based Sunny Off-road comes as the lightest trailer, checking in at 586 lbs. The trailer is so light that Side-by-Side UTVs can tow it. It features a linoleum-floored 6'7" compartment for two, with basic storage cabinets and a seam-sealed door to keep one’s gear dry and dust-free.
As for off-roading, it hosts features such as a custom long-travel suspension, all-terrain tires, and DOT-approved lighting for on-road towing. For Buyers eyeing the Boony trailer, it comes with an affordable price of $8,394.
7 Polydrops P17a Camper Trailer
Although some vehicles are best equipped for road trips, an ordinary car with a small trailer can make the adventure even more enjoyable. What’s more, is that there’s no limitation to how far the tour goes. The Polydrops P17a is the first travel trailer on the market built with an electric vehicle in mind. It comes equipped with gull-wing doors that open skyward and a fully electric solar panel system that can power everything, from the A/C system to a water heater.
In addition, it offers a thoughtful spacious cabin that can fit a full-size mattress, a kitchenette, a pint-sized closet with a garment rack, a control panel, and plenty of charging ports to keep devices charged. The standard model goes for $22,400, but it can be upgraded at extra costs with optional amenities such as an upgraded kitchen that includes a sink, hand-pump faucet, and more storage.
6 Bruder Exp-4 Camping Trailer
Designed and built in Australia, the Bruder EXP-4 is an incredible off-road camping trailer capable of withstanding the road and its elements. The EXP-4 rides on a single-axle off-road suspension along with 17-inch wheels that are ready for use on all-terrain.
It also has a spacious cabin that can hold two adults and a rooftop tent that expands the sleeping area. Moreover, it gets a rear-accessible kitchenette, and overall holds a dry weight of up to 2094 lbs. For off-road lovers with a taste of creature comforts, the EXP-4 trailer is worth considering and comes with an accessible price of $38,800.
5 Airstream Basecamp
Airstream’s Base models are among the best smallest travel trailers on the market. The most current Basecamp offers efficient space and lightweight construction materials that make it a competent travel trailer for everyone.
It features an interior kitchenette, a lounge area that converts to a bed by nightfall, and, more importantly, an onboard wet bathroom. Along with all its standard features, the Airstream Basecamp is available in two floorplans, from the least expensive 16’’ Basecamp that goes for $39,100 and $48,900 for the Basecamp 20X. Additionally, the X edition comes with cool off-road features and substantial amenities such as sinks, indoor showers, and a toilet drain.
4 Track Trailer Tvan Mk5 Camper
Since its debut in 2000, the Tvan Camper became popular due to its distinct design and industry-leading off-road capabilities. The new Tvan MK5 features a surprisingly spacious cabin, a tall tent that accommodates one even when standing, a Skyward Lift-Up Deck, and a pull-out kitchen.
It shares the same off-road capabilities as its predecessor, including an MC2 Suspension, a galvanized chassis, aluminum rear folding platform, and off-road electric brakes. For gadget and design-oriented buyers, the Tvan MK5 is worth taking a look at and comes with a base price of $43,900.
3 Patriot Campers X3 Trailer
The X3 is a highly capable off-roader camper with quality engineering and rugged credentials that will take one in all terrains. It features a spacious internal living space with luxury amenities — a diesel heater and coffee machine, an integrated pop-up tent, a pull-out kitchen, a roof mounting system, and an onboard battery system to power all electronics and lighting.
In addition, the Patriot X3 also gets off-road capability features like X-Cruise Airbag Suspension, Rigilite galvanized chassis, and 33-inch Mud Terrain tires. This head-turner camper comes with a starting price of $53,000.
2 Campworks Ns-1 Trailer
The NS-1 is a rugged and competent camper able to go off-grid for more extended periods as it is all-electric. It runs on solar power, and everything onboard is electric, from the cabin heater to the water heater, kitchen, and lights. The NS-1 is also comfortable as it features a queen-size mattress sleeping area, a Front-Runner awning, a Front Runner roof platform, a fantastic gallery kitchen, and a heated outdoor shower.
It’s also capable of following one’s off-roader, as it comes equipped with a Timbren 3500HD axle-less suspension and BF Goodrich all-terrain tires. As for price, the NS-1 trailer comes with a starting price of $40,000.
1 Taxa Outdoors Tigermoth Trailer
The Tigermoth Trailer is an impressive home-on-wheels for outdoor enthusiasts. It features a spacious sleeping area for two that converts to a social lounge, an optional rooftop tent accommodating at least two adults, a pull-out kitchen, and a wealth of ventilation options to gaze at the stars at night.
It’s also built for off-road ventures as it leaves the factory with Timbren axle-less suspension, a Lock and Roll Hitch, and Cooper Discoverer AT3 LT tires. In all, the Taxa Outdoors Tiger Moth offers this elegant experience at a starting price of $18,550.