The title pretty much says it all. If you don’t hate your family, then you likely want to have them by your side on your next adventure. The only problem with that can be finding somewhere to stash them all when bedtime rolls around. Having six swags on the roof is a punish, not to mention setting them up in the pouring rain is about as fun as a sandpaper singlet. Then you need some extra shelter, somewhere to cook, somewhere to store the kids’ bikes, boards and all the other stuff they magically seem to pull out of nowhere… yep, you need to start looking at family camper trailers, amigo.
We got you though, no matter what style of camper you’re into or the budget you’re working with, here are ten family camper trailers that will have you, your partner and the little-to-not-so-little humans kept comfier than an influencer’s sense of self-importance.
Dual-fold family camper trailers
If maximising internal space is your jam, then dual-folds are where the cool kids play. By their very design, these bad boys offer a huge footprint while still folding down to a small and towable package. There’s a good reason they’re the most popular choice when it comes to family camper trailers..
Cub Drifter
From $58,990
The only twin-fold camper built in Australia, the Cub Drifter has the space of a caravan with the convenience of a camper trailer. It’s also arguably one of the quickest dual-folds to set up, plus has a heap of lithium battery power (300Ah) and 180L of water onboard. If you’re taking the household camping, either off the beaten track or sticking to the blacktop, the Drifter offers one of the best space-to-tow-weight ratios in the game.
The twin beds have privacy curtains and are separate from the family dinette, which can convert into a third bed, making this one of the most family friendly camper trailers with legit off-road pedigree on the market.
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OPUS OP4
From $36,999
If your idea of setting up camp is ideally pressing a button, turning around to admire the scenery, then turning back and your trailer is ready to sleep in, then the Opus OP4 is playing your tune. This dual-fold Tardis is put up by the magic of air poles, the same used by the US Military, which do all the heavy lifting for you. Pretty ingenious, we reckon.
The OP4 also has an inflatable annexe, which can sleep a whole gaggle of kids (or adults), so the family is well and truly catered for accommodation-wise with these camper trailers. Opus have also recently updated the OP4 with double the capacity lithium batteries, Renogy 12V gear and heavy-duty furniture to withstand whatever you can throw at it.
It’s no lightweight, but given you can fit the whole tribe inside, it’s a small price to pay when you’re off on your next trip. If you’re liking the music Opus has got on the stereo, click the button below to find out more.
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MDC Robson XTT
From $34,990
Australia’s best-selling dual-fold, the Robson XTT offers some tops value without cutting corners on the quality. The composite construction means it’s immune to water damage, the stove is a three-burner, and there’s even diesel heating included for those winter nights that have you checking you haven’t accidentally found yourself in Narnia.
These camper trailers comfortably accommodate a family of six and have some of the best 12V appointments on the market, along with an impressive 200L of onboard water for cooking, cleaning, drinking and showering. It’s not the fastest set-up, nor the best at everything, but the inclusions and overall quality make it well worth the inspection time.
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Single-fold family camper trailers
Single (rear, side or front) folding family camper trailers may not have the footprint of their larger (and heavier) dual-fold cousins, but that doesn’t mean you don’t have some great options when shopping for this style camper.
Star Vision Campers A1
From $37,990
The A1 from Star Vision is a compact and lightweight side-fold that has an internal kitchen (with 65L fridge, sink and three-burner) and dinette (that converts to a second bed), as well as an inflatable annexe which can easily accommodate a couple of kids’ stretchers without a worry. If space at home is an issue, or you just don’t like towing anything large, then this could well be your cup of Irish coffee.
Despite the compact size of these family camper trailers, there’s no shortage of inclusions, with an external shower, electric folding roof and reverse-cycle AC all included as standard.
The suspension is an off-road-friendly independent-coil system and hefty AT tyres mean it can be pulled over rough terrain without the worry of damage. While it may not have the interior space that a dual-fold or hybrid does, for the family looking for somewhere to sleep with quick set-up and pull down times, and a trailer that doesn’t fill the entirety of the tow vehicle’s rear window, then take a sneaky internet-peek at the Star Vision A1 by clicking on the button below.
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Signature Elite X
From $29,990
Ringing in at under $30K, the Elite X forward-fold is perfect for couples looking for a lot of trailer without having to pay with their first and second-born kids. In fact, with the annexe attached, which comes with an enclosed ensuite room, those kids can even come along for the ride too.
It’s built as a go-anywhere trailer with Aussie-engineered shocks, AT rubber, and plenty of strength to handle remote road corrugations. It also has all the comfort you’d expect, with a stainless 4-burner kitchen with hot and cold pressurised water and a pull-out pantry, plus a queen bed and wraparound lounge that converts to a second bed.
It’s not small nor particularly lightweight, but it jams a lot in and at this price point you’re saving a bunch of fun-tokens that can be better spent on fuel and campsite fees. Hard to argue with that we reckon.
When it comes to family camper trailers, if you’re chasing a budget yet feature packed camper, then have a squiz at the Elite X
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Hybrid family camper trailers
We may be blurring the lines a bit between camper trailers and caravans, but it’d be remiss of us not to include hybrids on this list of family campers. Yeah, they’re a lot larger than a normal camper, but their hard sides and extensive internal features make them a solid choice for family explorers.
Exodus 14
From $122,550
Look, we hear you; it’s the most expensive camper on our list, but Exodus 14 is for people who want the best and don’t mind paying for it. Built with a monocoque, single-piece moulded construction, it’s essentially take-anywhere-able and has the comfort levels of a hotel frequented by people with surnames like Musk and Bezos.
As you may expect at this price point, these camper trailers are largely built to order, so the inclusions list for your family can be longer than your arm or shorter than your pinkie. But if you’re taking the fam along for the journey then the annexe is a no-brainer. Quick and straightforward to set up, it increases the footprint by nearly 200% and has plenty of space for the entire crew to stretch out. Set-up is as easy as lifting the gas-strut-assisted roof and you’re done. The kitchen is genius, pulled out and swung back to the side of the van, while there’s easy access to the 85L fridge and enough storage to make a B-double envious.
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Blue Water Xtraveller
From $41,990
Hybrids are definitely not for everyone, but for under $45K, you can’t argue that the Blue Water Xtraveller doesn’t offer a hell of a lot of comfort and convenience bang for the buck. Unlike several of the campers on our list, everybody sleeps inside thanks to the innovative internal dinette lounge that turns into bunk beds for the littlies. This is somewhat of a rarity when it comes to hybrid camper trailers that will fit a family.
It’s not short on cool points either, with an electric awning, external hot water shower, three-burner stove and a positive pressure fan for driving through dusty conditions. Plus, let’s not lose sight of the fact that the from-driving-to-being-in-bed times is measured more in seconds than minutes. And that’s including the kids too.
So yeah, nah. Hybrids definitely are not for everyone, but that doesn’t mean they don’t bring a lot to the table.
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Pod camper trailers that will fit a family
Pod camper trailers, also known as teardrop campers, aren’t usually associated with family touring, but there are a few on the market that are more than up to the task of keeping a pair of adults and a kid or four well-rested and out of the elements.
XSeries RV – X-Surge
From $48,990
The X-Surge pod trailer sure does do a lot in for a sub-$50K camper. You have a double bed, twin bunks and the option to run a roof top tent on the rack for accommodation for an extra two people. Diesel heating, lithium battery and a 270-degree awning are all included, and if there’s one thing pod trailers are great for, it’s minimal set-up and pack-down times.
If you’re in the anti-canvas brigade and want to be able to hit the sack minutes after arriving at camp, then jump onto the XSeries RV website and see if X-Surge camper trailers fit the bill for your family.
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Stockman Rover
From $51,990
The Stockman is a more traditional teardrop-style trailer, with the interior being made up almost exclusively of the 160mm inner-spring mattress. However, there’s still a bunch of storage, a large kitchen including a Bushman 130L upright fridge and a 30-second 270-degree wraparound awning. Plus, the trailer is a lightweight at only 1600kg or so. Not bad for a family rig, we reckon. Speaking of family, the optional 30-second tent provides shelter and a place to sleep for the kids in these camper trailers, and there’s even a shower tent and gas hot water shower over on the driver’s side for plenty of bush comfort.
Again, this is a trailer for those who hate pegging out canvas and setting up tent poles. If you’re arriving to camp late you can literally be asleep before the tow rig’s engine has cooled down. You do lose out on overall footprint, but for some people, that’s way less of a concern than the hassle-free set-up. But that’s your call.
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Adventure camper trailers for families
A bit of an oddball final entry on a family camper trailers list – adventure campers. Which, when boiled right down, are essentially a rooftop tent on a utility trailer. They’re usually set up for solo travellers or couples who like doing a bit of extreme sports, living fast or tomb raiding (or whatever go-getters do, I dunno), but if your idea of a fun holiday is taking the tribe off-road to tackle some hostile terrain, then you still have some great choices.
Patriot Campers X1
From $82,900
Patriot really needs no introduction. The Aussie-built trailers have been on the scene for ages and largely set the benchmark for what a camper is capable of and how to stuff 10lb of inclusions into a 5lb package. If you want to make your Insta-followers jelly or just really enjoy Australian ingenuity, then look no further, Captain.
Tipping the scales at under 1.2T and being a fair chunk under 4M in length, X1 camper trailers can be towed easily and almost without notice by most mid-sized dual-cabs and SUVs, yet still expand out to facilitate a large family and their gear. There’s 2050L of storage for starters, then you have the key-fob-operated electric roof, the airbag suspension, 33-in tyres, and the top-shelf components that are used throughout.
The X1 is more capable than your tow rig, as versatile as a turbo-diesel-powered Leatherman, and is pretty much a physical manifestation of the spirit of adventure. If your hair is blown back by that, give the button below a click and fill your boots my friend.
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