One of the most popular types of camper you’ll find in campgrounds today is the pop-up camper. Constructed with a trailer chassis, sturdy lower construction, a solid roof, and soft side walls, these features make up the foundation of pop-up campers. Often, slide outs give extra space and serve as sleeping platforms. Some models have kitchenettes, dry baths, air conditioners or furnaces, and many other helpful features. When you purchase a pop-up camper, you get an RV with a lower initial cost, that’s easy to tow, and includes many of the modern features necessary for comfortable living.
This represents only a small fraction of the benefits of buying a pop-up camper. Read on to learn more about what makes these miniature RVs so popular and stop by Sundre Country Road RV. We proudly serve the areas of Calgary, Red Deer, and Airdrie, Alberta from our locations in Sundre and Olds, Alberta.
Good Introduction to RVing
Pop-up campers offer a great introduction to the RVing lifestyle. The reason they’re so great is that they help you learn how to use all the different systems in an RV, how to plan an RV trip, how to pack and tow a trailer, and many other skills. But if you get something wrong while you’re learning, the stakes are much lower because pop-up campers are less expensive to fix when they break, and they’re easier to tow because they’re smaller and lighter. If you plan on someday graduating to a larger travel trailer or fifth wheel, a pop-up camper will help you get comfortable learning how to pack efficiently and plan correctly for different lengths of trips.
Go Anywhere
One of the biggest problems with larger RVs is that because of their size, they can’t always fit in every campground or park. Some parks simply don’t have the roads, space, and facilities to accommodate full-sized fifth wheels and travel trailers. On the other hand, campers are small enough and agile enough to set up camp just about anywhere. If you’re not used to towing a large trailer, this is especially handy. Navigating the forest-lined, brush-choked roads that comprise many campgrounds can be difficult, but having a small and maneuverable trailer will help you build confidence in your towing skills.
Affordability
Many larger RVs start around $30,000 and go up from there. Luxury models can be in the hundreds of thousands. For the average family, even the most entry-level RV is a significant investment. New pop-up campers can be in the $20,000-$30,000 range, but they can be much, much cheaper when purchased used. Some models will fall well below $10,000. That means a small family can get the benefits of having an RV, but without the higher price tag.
Towability
Towing is a major concern for many people. Not only does it require a specific vehicle, it also can be a difficult skill to learn. Pop-up campers are great because you can tow them with many different types of vehicles. Pickup trucks, vans, SUVs, and even some crossover vehicles can tow pop-up campers without a problem. Because they are much smaller and lighter than other types of RV, they perform much better on the road. They’ll be less affected by the wind as you drive on the highway. You also won’t necessarily need a specific braking system as you do with some travel trailers. Their shorter height also allows you to see behind you without the need for a backup camera.
Amenities
Pop-up campers often feature many of the same features as their larger travel trailer counterparts. You can still have a kitchenette, comfortable mattress, a television, and a furnace or air conditioner, but in a smaller, more affordable RV.
If you’ve ever considered buying a pop-up camper, stop by Sundre Country Road RV. We proudly serve the areas of Calgary, Red Deer, and Airdrie, Alberta, from our locations in Sundre and Olds, Alberta. Our team of enthusiastic RV experts will help you find everything you need!
