shopping for off road camper

[rpm4463]

I've just started the process of shopping for an off road camper. My family has grown and we generally avoid the crowded campgrounds. I need a camper that can handle the unimproved public roads of the southwest. Shopping for these things is very overwhelming with so many different options. It we need to be for 4 people and also handle poor weather during the fall or winter. The bells and whistles are not needed (flat screen tv, fancy lights, upgraded wood work...) and I'd like to keep the price range below $15K. I'm more interested in storage space, electrical outlets and power source, and refrigerator if possible. How do the tent models hold up in poor weather of rain, snow, and wind? I like the tear drop styles with the addition of a tent for the kids. The most difficult thing is finding one to look at because they are not sold at dealerships.

Any thoughts or advice would be appreciated.

 

[motoboss]

Rather than try to list options and countless frustrating discussions, try here 251 pages. Enjoy!

https://advrider.com/index.php?threads/the-little-light-camper-trailer-thread.555489/

 

[Hillbilly Heaven]

You younger guys are lucking in that you don't need some of the things us older folks need to be out of house.

 

[Keith Starr]

I have a SoCal 510 and love it. Under $15k? Nope. Sounds like you might do well with a Hiker Trailer: https://www.hikertrailers.com/hikers/

Hiker Owners Thread:
https://expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/hiker-lead-dog-trailer-owners-post-up.162754/

The "Extreme Off-Road Deluxe"...maybe a 5x9? $10k comes under budget enough to add a nice fridge/freezer and other stuff. You mentioned the southwest so if you're ever in New Mexico you're welcome to kick the tires on my 510.

 

[jus passin thru]

Go for a square drop, hiker is a good choice. I have an Intec Flyer, they have since changed the name, put a tent on top and a foxwing awaning and your good to go, if I had a rooftop tent I’d be at 15k.i bought mine last year in Mesa, AZ. One windy night in Baja convinced tent trailers were for someone else. Mike

 

[Clweed]

I have a VRV Eco Flyer with Rhino Batwing, has a tent that attaches to the back or use a rooftop tent for additional sleeping .