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Relaxing with family and friends while enjoying all the amenities of a home is why a good travel trailer makes RV outings so special. Add in the ability to tow one with a vehicle that’s likely already in your driveway—plus the opportunity to drop the trailer at the campsite and use the tow vehicle to explore the surrounding area—and it’s easy to see why the popularity in lightweight travel trailers has been at an all-time high for the past few years.
The Year Ahead
According to the RV Industry Association (RVIA), more than 60 million Americans are expected to take to the highways, byways, and backroads in the coming year, all in an RV of some type. About one in five of those doing so towing a travel trailer.
“Travelers continue to choose RVing as a top travel option because of its affordability and ability to bring family and friends closer together,” said RVIA President & CEO Craig Kirby. “Our research shows that consumer interest in living an active outdoor lifestyle remains strong, and there are RVs available at every price point for consumers eager to get outdoors.”
Why are Lightweight Travel Trailers So Popular?
Travel trailers with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 6,500 pounds or less are especially popular because they are considered lightweight travel trailers and are easily towable by half-ton pickups and full-size SUVs. They can also be towed by properly equipped vans, mid-size pickups, and smaller SUVs, making it simple to plan your RV trip, whether months in advance or the week before your vacation.
There are more than 50 brands of travel trailers, and within those brands are dozens of lightweight travel trailers that have a multitude of floorplans, amenities and options to suit different lifestyles. This can make choosing the perfect lightweight travel trailers for your camping needs a little mind boggling, so we’re highlighting 10 of the best lightweight travel trailers of 2024 (in alphabetical order) to help you find your perfect RV.
(If you’re looking for previous model-year lightweight travel trailers, check out these posts: 10 Best Lightweight Travel Trailers For 2023 and 10 Best Lightweight Travel Trailers of 2022).
Airstream REI Special Edition Basecamp 20X
Airstream and REI have collaborated on the design of the 20-foot Special Edition Basecamp 20X, a rugged new lightweight travel trailer targeting adventure-bound outdoorsy families. From the three-inch lift, off-road tires and rear cargo entry door to load bicycles, kayaks, and other outdoor gear, to the wrap-around galley in front, the 20X is one of the most advanced and eco-friendly lightweight RVs on the market. It has plentiful storage options overhead and built-in storage spaces, plus two convertible sleeping/lounge areas. Base MSRP: $62,400
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Escape Trailer 23 First Edition
Like all Escape trailers, the Escape 23 First Edition features a high-quality fiberglass exterior.Escape Trailer’s new Escape 23 First Edition is one of the few custom-built lightweight travel trailers and is available with either a walk-around queen bed or twin beds. Buyers can also choose between Contemporary or Maple interior, plus different table styles, sink colors, along with seven choices for flooring, countertops, and fabric as standard features. This luxurious fiberglass-body camper also comes with a state-of-the-art 400-watt solar system with dual lithium batteries and Victron control package for an excellent off-grid power supply. Base MSRP: $64,999
Escape 23 FE buyers can choose between a walk-around queen-bed or dual twin-bed (pictured) configuration.Features
Forest River IBEX 19QBH
Forest River’s IBEX lightweight travel trailers with the Beast Mode option feature a comfy chaise dinette in the amidships slide, a queen bed up front, a central vacuum system, heated tank pads, Curt Beast Mode independent suspension and a panoramic front window. There’s also butcher-block countertop, premium accent lighting, a power awning, an exterior kitchen, and a 2,000-watt inverter. The 2024 19QBH adds rear bunk beds to the mix, making it a great family camping trailer. Base MSRP: $44,987
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InTech Sol Dusk
Bring the party outside your Sol Dusk with the rear exterior cooking area and the 10-foot awning.Central to inTech’s new Sol Dusk’s design is its versatile bed/lounge area. This adaptable space can be effortlessly transformed from a comfortable lounge to twin beds to a luxurious 80-by-80-inch oversize king bed in minutes. The Dusk’s huge curved front window provides a panoramic view and the luxurious interior with wet bath is soothing, while the 10-foot awning and the cool slide-out exterior kitchen adds to the enjoyment of the RVing outdoor experience. Base MSRP: $44,940
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Jayco Jay Flight 260BH
The Jay Flight’s striking exterior is sure to turn heads while on the road and at the RV park.Jayco’s Jay Flight 260BH is a new floorplan designed for growing families. The bunkhouse in the rear is opposite the full bath and is set up with 48-by-76-inch beds. The amidships galley and dining/living area is spacious and well-appointed with a jackknife sofa. The master bedroom up front has a queen bed with good storage space beneath. This Jay Flight is perfect for RVers who want a comfortable, well-built travel trailer that easily tows behind any vehicle with a maximum tow rating of more than 6,500 pounds. Base MSRP: $33,749
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Keystone Bullet Crossfire 1700BH
The Bullet Crossfire 1700BH features a bunkhouse and convertible dinette for added sleeping space.If you’re looking for an entry-level single-axle lightweight RV that is easy to tow and can accommodate a growing family, the 2024 Bullet Crossfire from Keystone is for you. The 1700BH sleeps up to six with the rear bunks and queen bed up front. The new Goodyear Endurance tires and TORFLEX rubber torsion suspension do a great job protecting the trailer and cargo on long road trips. This new floorplan also makes smart use of cargo space and lots of standard features, like power stabilizer jacks and Hyperdeck flooring, that make it one of the most durable and comfortable lightweight travel trailers. Base MSRP: $24,150
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The 1475 Travel Trailer is easy to tow virtually anywhere.Lance Camper’s ultra-light 1475 Travel Trailer is nicely equipped with a residential 60-by-80-inch queen bed that has an extra-large under-bed storage area. It features a nice-size dry bath, but no dinette; instead, it’s equipped with two comfortable lounge chairs with a small coffee table between, which makes the interior even roomier. A nice galley and Truma Combi handle the eating, heating and water needs. Base MSRP: $47,326
Comfy loungers take the place of the dinette area, making eating, relaxing and entertainingFeatures
Starcraft Super Lite 189RG
The 189RG’s open floorplan allows for plenty of entertaining space.The new 25-foot Starcraft Super Lite 189RG is a well-equipped lightweight travel trailer at the upper end of the lightweight class. It’s big enough to bring along the whole family with strong heating and A/C to keep everyone comfortable for four-season use. The rear-kitchen- and bath floorplan with a small slide out for the jackknife sofa leaves the center of this travel trailer wide open for entertaining. The residential vinyl flooring is strong enough to stand up to pets and kiddos alike, while the 17-inch oven with a three-burner range and the 10-cu-ft fridge make it easy to prepare meals for the whole crew. Base MSRP: $39,053
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Travel Lite Rove Lite
The 14FL teardrop packs quite a punch.The 2,500-pound Rove Lite 14FL from Travel Lite RV is light enough to be towed by many of the smallest properly equipped vehicles due to its aerodynamic teardrop design crafted from revolutionary Hydro-Lite material. It’s also one of the handful of lightweight travel trailers that offers an all-electric package powered by solar and lithium batteries. In standard trim the 400-watt solar panels, full-bed in the rear, nice galley, high ceiling and basic bathroom make this 16-foot trailer both a comfortable and cozy choice for one or two campers. Base MSRP: $28,499
The Rove Lite 14FL’s high ceiling and smart layout make the 16-footer feel much larger than its footprint.Features
Winnebago M-Series 2326RK
Winnebago’s All-new M-Series is available at a great price point without sacrificing quality.Winnebago unveiled the entry-level M-Series line of 26-foot compact lightweight travel trailers in late September to rave reviews. The 2326RK, the largest of the three new models, features big skylights, ample storage, a beautiful interior decor, a standard 10-cu-ft 12-volt refrigerator (or optional 8 cubic foot gas/electric refrigerator), and factory-supplied solar on each floorplan. The rear kitchen floorplan offers a lot of elbow room for the camp chef, and the amidships bathroom has one of the largest showers found in lightweight travel trailers. Base MSRP: $29,330
A luxurious interior on a lightweight trailer for less than $30K? Count us in!Features
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Ultra-light or ultralite travel trailers weigh less than other options. Their light weight makes them great for towing with a vehicle you already own, like an SUV. Designed specifically to be light and aerodynamic, ultra-lite travel trailers are a wonderful option for easy towing and conserving gas.
An ultralite or ultra-light travel trailer is any travel trailer designed to be both lightweight to tow and more aerodynamic than a typical travel trailer. Ultralite RVs typically use lighter, still-durable materials for construction, inside and out. This helps keep them light enough to be towed by a variety of vehicles, from SUVs to trucks. Heartland has ultra-light travel trailers with dry weights starting under 3,700 lbs.
The biggest benefit of an ultra-light travel trailer is that it’s extremely light to tow. Ultra-lite travel trailers can contain the best features of other travel trailer models. You’ll find a wide range of beds, floor plan layouts, and amenities in ultra light travel trailers. For instance, our lightest Pioneer Trail travel trailer can also sleep up to eight people. Perfect for bringing the whole family!
Ultra-lite travel trailers are also specially designed to be more aerodynamic. So, they’re not just lighter on the ground, but provide less drag in the wind when you’re towing. They’re also built with lighter materials, such as our Azdel composite side walls. Azdel walls are thinner than traditional materials but better at insulating against noise, bad weather and extreme temperatures. They’re perfect for reducing the weight of a lightweight travel trailer for towing.
Lightweight travel trailer RVs are great for anyone who wants to tow an RV with a capable vehicle they already own. With dry weights starting below 3,700 lbs., you can tow an ultralite travel trailer with many SUVs and trucks. No need to buy a new vehicle just to tow your new RV. And with a range of sizes, amenities, and sleeping capacities, ultra-light trailers have a model to suit almost anyone. You don’t have to sacrifice comforts like climate control, workable kitchens or generously sized bathrooms with an ultralite travel trailer. There’s something that will meet all your needs.
If you’re interested in a lightweight Cruiser travel trailer, take a look at our floor plan options on our website. Our ultra-lite RVs start around 21 feet in length with dry tow weights starting under 5,000 lbs. Visit our RV Finder to help your best RV model by its specific capacity and features.
A small camper trailer is an RV that’s a travel trailer, meaning it’s towed, but specifically designed to fit a smaller footprint. Small travel trailers can span from micro-trailers to the smaller end of standard travel trailers. Cruiser RV small travel trailers start at under 4,000 lbs. dry weight and 22 feet in length. Small travel trailers can be an affordable entry into RV ownership, providing all the necessities in an easy-to-handle package.
Benefits of a small travel trailer RV include affordability, flexibility, and convenience. Because they’re small, they can be a great value for first time RV owners. The lightest models can often be towed by an SUV. That means you can often own a small travel trailer without needing to buy a new vehicle. And because small travel trailers are affordable, they are a great entry level choice for anyone who wants to try RVing.
Small travel trailers are built with an efficient use of space. They can often sleep four or more people, perfect for young families or couples traveling with friends. But even though they are small, they can still contain best-selling features. For instance, with a Heartland RV, you’ll still get heat and A/C, a fridge, a cooktop, and a bathroom in a small travel trailer. No need to sacrifice comfort for convenience.
Small campers are perfect as a first RV, because they are shorter and can have a lower price point than other models. They’re ideal for couples and young families and can easily fit a family of four or more. Small travel trailers are also a great choice for solo campers looking for a good value in an RV. The best small travel trailer for you will depend on which features are most important for your lifestyle. There are models that prioritize beds over living space, and those that sacrifice beds in exchange for more features.
Our small campers start around 22 feet in length, and can sleep a max of between 4 and 8 people. Dry tow weights start under 4,000 lbs. Visit our RV Finder to help find your best RV model by its specific capacity and features. Or learn more about travel trailer floor plans here.
Disclaimer: Always consult owner’s manuals for vehicles and accessories before towing a recreational vehicle. Towing capacity will vary based on cargo, vehicle configuration, accessories, and number of passengers.
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