The Best Folding Campers

The Best Folding Campers

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A folding camper is a lightweight camper that can easily be towed behind a SUV or truck. They are affordable and offer accommodations for up to six to eight people. Folding campers are an inexpensive alternative to large recreational vehicles and motor homes. They are welcome at most campgrounds across the U.S. and can also be used for back country and primitive camping.

Niagara by Coleman

The Niagara by Coleman is part of the Highlander series. This folding camper offers a solid steel frame construction--offering durability in any terrain and weather condition. Sleeping up to six people, the Niagara gives everyone the space they need. This camper has built in lights and personal fans to keep everyone comfortable in their space. The Niagara has all the basics: sink, microwave, refrigerator and oven. There is added storage space above and below the sink. There is also a storage area on the opposite side of the kitchen and also the benches and beds. The model comes with a small cassette toilet and outside shower for your convenience. There are plenty of privacy curtains inside the modern accented camper. Optional add ons include a mirrored vanity, camper caddie, cargo basket, bike mount, air conditioning unit, self storing canopy and a wardrobe hanger.

Palomino Elite

For those who seek a luxurious look with their folding camper, the Palomino Elite offers a place to relax and seek refuge while camping. Made from high quality filon fiberglass, this folding camper is mean to withstand harsh weather conditions while providing adequate insulation to the interior. The tent exterior offers ventilation and portability. This high walled folding camper has a slide out dinette for added space, reinforced queen beds and an array of amenities for the avid campers. There is plenty of headroom in the Elite's contemporary design. Recessed lights brighten up every nook and cranny. The camper comes with all of the basics one would expect from Palomino. A three burner stove, water tank and purifier, interior and exterior gas stove, microwave, stainless steel sink, stereo system, furnace and awning.

Centennial by Starcraft

The Centennial folding camper offers room for up to eight adults. This spacious folding camper has a compact design but is big on style and taste. Weighing in at 2,820 pounds, the Centennial offers lightweight capacity when towing. At 20 feet in length, there is plenty of room to accommodate an entire family comfortably. There are two queen beds at either end and the dinette also conforms into a bed. This model also comes with a cassette toilet and shower, offering convenience, safety and privacy while you enjoy your home away from home. The interior includes wall to wall vinyl flooring, granite like counter top and flat panel cabinets. The spacious dinette allows you to entertain with ease. There is also a refrigerator, stove and kitchen sink.

Article Written By Julie Boehlke

Julie Boehlke is a seasoned copywriter and content creator based in the Great Lakes state. She is a member of the Society of Professional Journalists. Boehlke has more than 10 years of professional writing experience on topics such as health and wellness, green living, gardening, genealogy, finances, relationships, world travel, golf, outdoors and interior decorating. She has also worked in geriatrics and hospice care.

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