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Looking for a pop-up camper that is easy to tow, can fit in just about any space, and with enough room to camp comfortably?
You’re in luck!
Below we review and compare the ten best small pop-up campers on the market today! These are perfect for those wanting the flexibility and convenience of a small pop-up without sacrificing too much space or comfort.
Plus, we’ve included pricing so you can find the perfect camper for your budget!
Quick Comparison
| Weight | Box Size | Closed LxWxH | Avg. Price* | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forest River Flagstaff Tent 208 | 1,896 lb. | 10 ft. | 15′ 7″ x 84″x 5′ 6″ | $15,995 |
| Forest River Flagstaff Tent 176LTD | 1,465 lb. | 8 ft. | 12′ 4″ x 84″x 5′ 4″ | $11,995 |
| Forest River Rockwood Tent 1980 | 1,896 lb. | 10 ft. | 15′ 7″ x 84″x 5′ 6″ | $15,595 |
| Forest River Rockwood Tent 1940LTD | 1,608 lb. | 10 ft. | 14′ 4″ x 84″ x 5′ 4″ | $12,990 |
| Forest River Rockwood Tent 1640LTD | 1,465 lb. | 8 ft. | 12′ 4″ x 84″ x 5′ 4″ | $11,995 |
| Forest River Sports Enthusiast Package 207SE | 2,076 lb. | 10 ft. | 15′ 8″ x 84″ x 5′ 11″ | $21,845 |
| Coachmen Clipper 806XLS | 1,642 lb. | 8.5 ft. | 12′ 11″ x 84″ x 4′ 8″ | $17,130 |
| Coachmen Clipper 107LS | 1,801 lb. | 10 ft. | 13′ 2″ x 85″ x 4′ 10″ | $19,900 |
| Coachmen Viking 2107LS | 1,801 lb. | 10 ft. | 13′ 2″ x 85″ x 4′ 10″ | $19,900 |
| Coachmen Viking 1706XLS | 1,642 lb. | 8.5 ft. | 12′ 11″ x 84″ x 4′ 8″ | $17,130 |
Small Pop-up Campers Under 10 Ft
The best small pop-up campers come from reputable manufacturers like Forest River and Coachmen, are compact for easy towing, and have enough space and amenities to meet your needs.
Did you know…
Pop-up campers are commonly measured in box size, which is the length of the interior before sliding out the beds. The most common sizes of pop-ups are 8′, 10′, 12′, 14′, or 16′.
Since we’re looking for small pop-up campers only, we need to set some criteria:
- Box Size: 10 feet or less
- Exterior closed length: 17 feet or less
- Exterior width: 85″ or less
- Camper Weight: Only pop-up campers under 2,000 lbs. unloaded
In other words, we are looking for a pop-up camper that is truly on the smaller end of the scale but still packs a punch in livable space and amenities.
So, without further ado, here are the ten best small pop-up camper models from the top brands!
Forest River Flagstaff Tent 208
Average Price: $15,995
This small pop-up camper by Forest River features tons of seating around both a table and a dinette, two beds (one 48×80 and the other 60×80), a full kitchen, storage space, and more!
Specifications
- Vehicle Weight: 1,896 lb.
- Box Size: 10 ft.
- Exterior Closed Length: 15 ft. 7 in.
- Exterior Closed Height: 5 ft. 6 in.
- Exterior Open Length: 20 ft. 2 in.
- Exterior Width: 84 in.
- Cargo Capacity: 1,359 lb.
- Hitch Weight: 255 lb.
Highlighted Features
- 12V Electric Water Pump
- Shower/Cassette
- 3-Burner Range w/ Cover
- Hot Water Package
- Cabinet Doors & Drawers
- LED Ceiling Lights
- Screen Door
- And more!
Video Walkthrough
This video will show you how to set up a Flagstaff pop-up camper and give a glimpse of what these RVs have to offer.
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Forest River Flagstaff Tent 176LTD
Starting Around: $8,999
Average Price: $11,995
The Flagstaff 176LTD is a smaller, lightweight version of the Flagstaff 208 above with a slightly different layout.
This model features two fold-out beds, one 42×78 and the other 54×78. Plus, a cozy dinette, plenty of cabinet space, a fridge, and an indoor/outdoor two-burner stove. Not bad for being one of the smallest pop-up campers on this list!
Specifications
- Vehicle Weight: 1,465 lb.
- Box Size: 8 ft.
- Exterior Closed Length: 12 ft. 4 in.
- Exterior Closed Height: 5 ft. 4 in.
- Exterior Open Length: 17 ft. 2 in.
- Exterior Width: 84 in.
- Cargo Capacity: 793 lb.
- Hitch Weight: 162 lb.
Highlighted Features
- 20,000 BTU Furnace
- One Piece Screen Door
- Flip Down Galley with Storage
- 25 amp Converter with Built-In Battery Charger
- Indoor/Outdoor Range
- Nitrogen Filled Tires
- And more!
Video Walkthrough
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Forest River Rockwood Tent 1980
Average Price: $15,595
The Forest River Rockwood Tent 1980 is virtually identical to the 208 model above, featuring tons of seating around a table and a dinette, two beds (one 48×80 and one 60×80), a full kitchen, storage space, and more!
Specifications
- Vehicle Weight: 1,896 lb.
- Box Size: 10 ft.
- Exterior Closed Length: 15 ft. 7 in.
- Exterior Closed Height: 5 ft. 6 in.
- Exterior Open Length: 20 ft. 2 in.
- Exterior Width: 84 in.
- Cargo Capacity: 1,359 lb.
- Hitch Weight: 255 lb.
Highlighted Features
- 12V Electric Water Pump
- Shower/Cassette
- 3-Burner Range w/ Cover
- Hot Water Package
- Cabinet Doors & Drawers
- LED Ceiling Lights
- Screen Door
- And more!
Video Walkthrough
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Forest River Rockwood Tent 1940LTD
Starting Around: $11,990
Average Price: $12,990
The Forest River Rockwood Tent 1940 features two fold-out beds, one 48×80 and one 60×80, a dinette with seating, a sink, fridge, and an indoor/outdoor range.
The Limited Series package adds heated mattresses on the bunk ends, nitrogen-filled tires, an awning, and more!
Specifications
- Vehicle Weight: 1,608 lb.
- Box Size: 10 ft.
- Exterior Closed Length: 14 ft. 4 in.
- Exterior Closed Height: 5 ft. 4 in.
- Exterior Open Length: 20 ft. 2 in.
- Exterior Width: 84 in.
- Cargo Capacity: 683 lb.
- Hitch Weight: 195 lb.
Highlighted Features
- Electric Water Pump
- 20,000 BTU Furnace
- 25 AMP Converter with Built-In Battery Charger
- Privacy Curtains
- Awning
- CO Detector
- And more!
Video Walkthrough
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Forest River Rockwood Tent 1640LTD
Starting Around: $8,999
Average Price: $11,995
The Forest River Tent 1640LTD is the same as the Flagstaff Tent 176LTD, featuring two fold-out beds, one 42×78 and the other 54×78. Plus, a cozy dinette, plenty of cabinet space, a fridge, and an indoor/outdoor two-burner stove.
Specifications
- Vehicle Weight: 1,465 lb.
- Box Size: 8 ft.
- Exterior Closed Length: 12 ft. 4 in.
- Exterior Closed Height: 5 ft. 4 in.
- Exterior Open Length: 17 ft. 2 in.
- Exterior Width: 84 in.
- Cargo Capacity: 793 lb.
- Hitch Weight: 162 lb.
Highlighted Features
- 20,000 BTU Furnace
- One Piece Screen Door
- Flip Down Galley with Storage
- 25 amp Converter with Built-In Battery Charger
- Indoor/Outdoor Range
- Nitrogen Filled Tires
- And more!
Video Walkthrough
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Forest River Sports Enthusiast Package 207SE
Average Price: $21,845
The Forest River 207SE (Sports Enthusiast Package) is technically 76 pounds over the 2,000 lb. max-weight criteria we set, but we really like this model, and, well, it’s close enough!
This model features double fold-out beds (48×80 and 60×80), plenty of seating with a dinette and sofa bed, and a swing galley. Plus, keep you and your guests entertained with the built-in Bluetooth stereo and outside speakers.
Specifications
- Vehicle Weight: 2076 lb.
- Box Size: 10 ft.
- Exterior Closed Length: 15 ft. 8 in.
- Exterior Closed Height: 5 ft. 11 in.
- Exterior Open Length: 20 ft. 1 in.
- Exterior Width: 84 in.
- Cargo Capacity: 808 lb.
- Hitch Weight: 234 lb.
Highlighted Features
- 3-Burner Range with Cover
- TV Outlet with Cable and Satellite Hookups
- Window Curtains with Valances
- 20-Gallon Fresh Water Tank
- 190-watt Roof Mount Solar Panel
- Hot water package
- And more!
Video Walkthrough
Get a 360-degree tour of the 207SE on the Forest River Website.
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Coachmen Clipper 806XLS
Starting Around: $9,999
Average Price: $17,130
The Coachmen Clipper 806XLS features tons of sleeping space with two pull-out beds and two end beds in the fold-outs! With the optional porta-potty upgrade, you’ll have everything you need in a camper in a small, affordable package!
Specifications
- Vehicle Weight: 1,642 lb.
- Box Size: 8.5 ft.
- Exterior Closed Length: 12 ft. 11 in.
- Exterior Closed Height: 4 ft. 8 in.
- Exterior Open Length: 17 ft. 11 in.
- Exterior Width: 84 in.
- Cargo Capacity: 1,255 lb.
- Hitch Weight: 167 lb.
Highlighted Features
- 16-Gallon Fresh Water Tank
- 35 Amp Converter with Trickle Charger
- Awning
- 2-Burner Range
- 12-volt On-Demand Water Pump
- 20,000 BTU Furnace
- 120 Watt/12V Refrigerator with freezer
- And more!
Video Walkthrough
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Coachmen Clipper 107LS
Average Price: $19,900
The Coachmen Clipper 107LS is essentially a slightly larger version of the 806LS above, with an extra 1.5 feet of interior box length, two queen size beds (and two 70″ pull-out sofas), and more.
Specifications
- Vehicle Weight: 1,801 lb.
- Box Size: 10 ft.
- Exterior Closed Length: 13 ft. 2 in.
- Exterior Closed Height: 4 ft. 10 in.
- Exterior Open Length: 20 ft. 5 in.
- Exterior Width: 85 in.
- Cargo Capacity: 1,137 lb.
- Hitch Weight: 208 lb.
Highlighted Features
- 23-Gallon Fresh Water Tank
- 35 Amp Converter with Trickle Charger
- Awning
- 2-Burner Range
- 12-volt On-Demand Water Pump
- 20,000 BTU Furnace
- 120 Watt/12V Refrigerator with freezer
- And more!
Video Walkthrough
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Coachmen Viking 2107LS
Average Price: $19,900
The Coachmen Viking 2107LS is virtually identical to the Coachmen Clipper 107LS above, with two queen-sized beds (and two 70″ pull-out sofas), a kitchen with a two-burner range, fridge/freezer, and deep-bowl sink, and more.
Specifications
- Vehicle Weight: 1,801 lb.
- Box Size: 10 ft.
- Exterior Closed Length: 13 ft. 2 in.
- Exterior Closed Height: 4 ft. 10 in.
- Exterior Open Length: 20 ft. 5 in.
- Exterior Width: 85 in.
- Cargo Capacity: 1,137 lb.
- Hitch Weight: 208 lb.
Highlighted Features
- 23-Gallon Fresh Water Tank
- 35 Amp Converter with Trickle Charger
- Awning
- 2-Burner Range
- 12-volt On-Demand Water Pump
- 20,000 BTU Furnace
- 120 Watt/12V Refrigerator with freezer
- And more!
Video Walkthrough
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Coachmen Viking 1706XLS
Starting Around: $11,995
Average Price: $17,130
The Coachmen Viking 1706XLS is again very similar to the Coachmen Clipper 806XLS featured above, with tons of sleeping space (two pull-out beds and two end beds in the fold-outs). The optional toilet and solar panel system will prepare you for wherever your next adventure takes you!
Specifications
- Vehicle Weight: 1,642 lb.
- Box Size: 8.5 ft.
- Exterior Closed Length: 12 ft. 11 in.
- Exterior Closed Height: 4 ft. 8 in.
- Exterior Open Length: 17 ft. 11 in.
- Exterior Width: 84 in.
- Cargo Capacity: 1,255 lb.
- Hitch Weight: 167 lb.
Highlighted Features
- 16-Gallon Fresh Water Tank
- 35 Amp Converter with Trickle Charger
- Awning
- 2-Burner Range
- 12-volt On-Demand Water Pump
- 20,000 BTU Furnace
- 120 Watt/12V Refrigerator with freezer
- And more!
Video Walkthrough
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Before you you jump in and purchase a new camper trailer, check out why not to buy a pop-up camper for some important considerations.
Honorable Mentions
What about Jayco, Coleman, or Livin lite? These RV brands do not currently produce new pop-up campers. However, they have made some pretty solid models in the past. If you’re in the market for a used small pop-up camper, then one of these could be a great choice.
- Jayco 2019 – The 2019 Jayco pop-up camper trailer comes in four different floor plans with various amenities. This model was the 2018 Trailer Life Gold Award winner. Unfortunately, they halted the production of all pop-up campers in 2019. But, you can still find used models for sale.
- Coleman pop-up campers – Coleman stopped producing pop-up campers back in 2011, as they decided to focus on other camping equipment. You can still find used models for sale in pretty good condition.
- Livin Lite – Thor acquired Livin Lite in 2013. They continued to produce pop-up campers under the Livin Lite name until 2018, when they ceased production. You can still find Livin Lite pop-up campers for sale, many under $10,000.
Related: What To Look For When Buying A Used Pop Up Camper (FREE Checklist)