With the new year right around the corner, it’s time to take a look at the top pop-up campers coming your way for 2021. These entry level RVs are perfect for people who are not ready to upgrade into a bigger tow vehicle, but still want to experience some of the comfort camping in an RV has to offer.
We’ll cover top brands from tent pop-ups to hard side/A-frame and Hybrid at different budget levels and sizes, perfect for solo campers to large families.
MSRP: 11,326
The Forest River Flagstaff MacHD Series 176LTD is 12-feet, 4-inches closed for storage or towing and 17-feet, 2-inches when fully set up at the campsite. Its unloaded vehicle weight is 1,465 pounds, which in general allows for a smaller tow vehicle.
The interior includes two beds, a booth dinette, two sets of cabinets, two-burner cooktop, small refrigerator and sink. Plus, with wood-look flooring and “leather appearance” seating, your pop-up will provide some of the comforts of home when at the campsite.
The exterior of this RV is equipped with a 7-foot awning and a carry out two-burner range, which is perfect for taking the mess and heat of cooking outdoors with family and friends.
MSRP: $14,340
*Actual exterior of unit may differ from manufacturer photos
The spacious Rockwood Freedom Series folding pop-up has an unloaded vehicle weight of 1,359 pounds. When the RV is not extended, it is 15-feet, 7-inches long. When fully extended, it measures 20-feet, 2-inches.
Inside the tent pop-up, the swing galley complete with with a refrigerator, three-burner stove top and sink, makes it easy to prepare meals indoors. There are two dinettes, a booth dinette and a U-shaped dinette, which are not only great for meal time, but can be converted into additional sleeping space on top of the two beds on each side of the tent pop-up.
Outside of the unit is a gas grill, perfect for cooking out and spending time with friends and family. And, to top it off, there is a 9-foot awning to keep everyone cool during the hot summer days outdoors.
*Actual exterior of unit may differ from manufacturer photos
This Rockwood Roo 233S pop-up has an unloaded vehicle weight of 5,063 pounds and is 24-feet, 10-inches long.
In addition to three queen-size tent beds, there is also a flip-up sofa and a u-shaped dinette that both convert into sleeping spaces. This RV also has a rear full-bath equipped with a glass door shower, toilet, sink and the added feature of a skylight. This means no more late night bathroom runs to a public restroom in the campground.
Interior and exterior features that come standard on this pop-up include a multi-zone stereo with DVD/CD/AM/FM and Bluetooth, large exterior storage space and 17-foot awning.
When it comes to cooking in this RV, you have a few different options. You can prepare meals inside on the three-burner cooktop or outside on the on the gas griddle and store leftovers in the auto gas/electric double-door refrigerator.
MSRP: $19,285
*Actual exterior of unit may differ from manufacturer photos
This Forest River RV Rockwood pop-up has an unloaded vehicle weight of 2,559 pounds. When the RV is not extended, it is 19-feet 4-inches long and extended, it measures 23-feet 11-inches long.
There are rear twin beds that convert into a king bed and a booth kitchen dinette that can convert to additional sleeping space for an overnight guest.
Interior features include USB ports and the Wi-Fi Ranger Wi-Fi Booster SKY 4, allowing for remote work while spending time in nature. . Each model includes LED ceiling lights, privacy curtains, wood-look flooring, and a quilted top memory foam mattress to make you feel right at home. This RV is even equipped with a convenient Port-A-Potty.
When it comes to preparing meals, campers have a few options with this RV. You can prepare meals inside on the two-burner cooktop, outside on the exterior gas grill or choose the quick and easy option in the handy microwave oven.
Pop-up campers come in all shapes, sizes and styles, depending on whether you are a solo camper or a family. These RVs are great starters for those who want to stop sleeping in a tent and join the RV lifestyle and many campers will be surprised at the amenities available inside. Looking to start your RV journey? Start shopping different floorplans here.
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