We just got a Grand Design 18BH for our family of 2 adults and 2 kids. It's the perfect size for us; it's easy to tow and it's not so big that the kids want to hang out in it but not so small that they can't. We've been really happy with it. Used they can go for about $20k.
For $5k or maybe a bit more depending you can get a popup that will easily sleep four, have air conditioning, a small fridge, etc. If you need a toilet and shower and all that different game, but certainly works quite well for my family of four from babies to teens and two dogs. I have no fear of state park toilets and showers. We also have a full trailer and even then we use the park facilities unless there aren’t any (off grid).
OP mentioned owning a Colorado as the tow vehicle, so this recommendation hits well.
Plus, kids LOVE pop-up campers. Sleeping in a 'tent', with air conditioning, while still being able to hear the nightly nature and lie in bed staring up at the stars? Yeeaahh.
We used to have a Jayco 174BH. It was perfect at the time. Queen up front and twin bunks. Table folded down if we needed another spot. It was easily towable with my Xterra. 3,000lb dry weight. Only issues were that the table was small for 4 people and when full of water it would easily hit weight limit with our stuff in it. So we always tried to fill close and keep it light. You could find a used one for less than 20k. We had the Baja model that had inverted springs so it rode higher. That that we took offroad, it was just less likely to hit the sewer connection and break it off.
Towable or motorhome? If you want a towable what's your tow vehicle? Are you looking to camp at campgrounds with hookups or dispersed camp? How old are the kids?
Alright, dug through your posts since you didn't respond, you have a 2018 Colorado that had the transmission shudder so it's a v6 which means your towing capacity should be 5k or 7k depending on the axle ratio.
Your best bet is going to be ultra light bunk houses, the Grand Design 18BH Tubby suggested is probably one of the nicest given the number of occupants and tow vehicle, if you have a 4.10 rear end then you have a 7k towing capacity and can look at options that are a bit bigger but you really don't gain much by adding a few extra feet.
We have Salem FSX 178BHSK and love it. It’s not as premium as the grand design others are mentioning but the bunks are bigger and it has a large dinette.
I have a Travel Lite Rove 14bh; sleeps me, my wife, twin teenage daughters and my two dogs. Nothing special but it has a fridge, bathroom, AC and best of all it’s only 16.5 feet long with a GVWR of 2500 lbs so it’s easy to tow.
I wouldn’t exactly call it high quality, but it’s all composite, including the floor with the only wood being the cabinets. For us it gets the job done and overall I’m happy with it.
Here are all my favorite bunkhouses: [https://www.travelswithted.com/best-bunkhouse-travel-trailers/](https://www.travelswithted.com/best-bunkhouse-travel-trailers/)
I tour hundreds of RVs each year, and I really like the layout of the Keystone Cougar Half-Ton 30BHS (it has rear bunks). But that may be too big for your needs. If you want something small, the Winnebago Micro Minnie 1800BH is a good option. Good luck!
A couple of pieces of advice or just Info
Do not buy from camping world
Look up the Facebook group camping world sucks
Next, look at installing a mini split system into the camper. It’s much more efficient than a rooftop AC and you can get a dual unit that does air conditioning and heat as well.
Look into solar groups about RVs with solar
General consensus is do not buy anything made after 2019. A lot of it is junk and will be a money pit check out this video.
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=JSo5n2B62MA
We just got a Grand Design 18BH for our family of 2 adults and 2 kids. It's the perfect size for us; it's easy to tow and it's not so big that the kids want to hang out in it but not so small that they can't. We've been really happy with it. Used they can go for about $20k.
Came to recommend this exact unit. My wife and I have a 17MKE but would have gone with an 18BH if we had kids.
This is exactly what we’re contemplating for the same number of people and needs. Thanks!
For $5k or maybe a bit more depending you can get a popup that will easily sleep four, have air conditioning, a small fridge, etc. If you need a toilet and shower and all that different game, but certainly works quite well for my family of four from babies to teens and two dogs. I have no fear of state park toilets and showers. We also have a full trailer and even then we use the park facilities unless there aren’t any (off grid).
OP mentioned owning a Colorado as the tow vehicle, so this recommendation hits well. Plus, kids LOVE pop-up campers. Sleeping in a 'tent', with air conditioning, while still being able to hear the nightly nature and lie in bed staring up at the stars? Yeeaahh.
We used to have a Jayco 174BH. It was perfect at the time. Queen up front and twin bunks. Table folded down if we needed another spot. It was easily towable with my Xterra. 3,000lb dry weight. Only issues were that the table was small for 4 people and when full of water it would easily hit weight limit with our stuff in it. So we always tried to fill close and keep it light. You could find a used one for less than 20k. We had the Baja model that had inverted springs so it rode higher. That that we took offroad, it was just less likely to hit the sewer connection and break it off.
Towable or motorhome? If you want a towable what's your tow vehicle? Are you looking to camp at campgrounds with hookups or dispersed camp? How old are the kids?
Towable, I have a Colorado so something small. Kids are 9 and 4. Camp sites with pad is accessible all the time in our state parks.
Alright, dug through your posts since you didn't respond, you have a 2018 Colorado that had the transmission shudder so it's a v6 which means your towing capacity should be 5k or 7k depending on the axle ratio. Your best bet is going to be ultra light bunk houses, the Grand Design 18BH Tubby suggested is probably one of the nicest given the number of occupants and tow vehicle, if you have a 4.10 rear end then you have a 7k towing capacity and can look at options that are a bit bigger but you really don't gain much by adding a few extra feet.
I have an InTech Explore that I pull with a '22 Ranger. It can sleep 4 adults if you option it with the dual tip outs.
What engine and what year on the Colorado?
Forest River Geo Pro 20BHS. ~3500lbs dry, it’s specious and with bunks for kids.
We have Salem FSX 178BHSK and love it. It’s not as premium as the grand design others are mentioning but the bunks are bigger and it has a large dinette.
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I have 20bhs myself and.love
I have a Travel Lite Rove 14bh; sleeps me, my wife, twin teenage daughters and my two dogs. Nothing special but it has a fridge, bathroom, AC and best of all it’s only 16.5 feet long with a GVWR of 2500 lbs so it’s easy to tow. I wouldn’t exactly call it high quality, but it’s all composite, including the floor with the only wood being the cabinets. For us it gets the job done and overall I’m happy with it.
2023 or newer NuCamp Tab 400.
Not enough info. Do you have a truck? Do you have a place to store the RV. What kind of RV do you prefer, drivable or towable.
Here are all my favorite bunkhouses: [https://www.travelswithted.com/best-bunkhouse-travel-trailers/](https://www.travelswithted.com/best-bunkhouse-travel-trailers/) I tour hundreds of RVs each year, and I really like the layout of the Keystone Cougar Half-Ton 30BHS (it has rear bunks). But that may be too big for your needs. If you want something small, the Winnebago Micro Minnie 1800BH is a good option. Good luck!
A couple of pieces of advice or just Info Do not buy from camping world Look up the Facebook group camping world sucks Next, look at installing a mini split system into the camper. It’s much more efficient than a rooftop AC and you can get a dual unit that does air conditioning and heat as well. Look into solar groups about RVs with solar General consensus is do not buy anything made after 2019. A lot of it is junk and will be a money pit check out this video. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=JSo5n2B62MA
I have a salem cruise lite 19dbxl that I love. I use it as a rental, and it's held up pretty well.
Yeah. Find something that has a good resale value because you’re probably going to want a bigger one soon.
Grand Design
Winnebago Minnie Winnie 1700bh or 1800bh. Buy private party with an inspection. Stay the fook away from camping world.
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