Pop up truck bed campers are booming right now, with good reason.
You get the freedom of your truck with the comforts of a camper, while keeping things super mobile.
It’s a win win.
Here we’ll look at 10 excellent pop up truck bed campers, all great choices for adventure lovers.
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In the Market for a Pop Up Truck Bed Camper?
Before we take a look at some of the best pop up truck bed campers, here’s a quick checklist if you’re looking at buying one.
Weight & Truck Compatibility
Your truck’s payload capacity dictates what you can carry. Short bed? Midsize truck? Full size? Make sure your pop up matches.
Setup
Make sure setup is easy. You want to be inside and relaxing after a long drive, not fighting with pop up mechanisms and related gear.
Build Quality
Good insulation, good weatherproofing, tough roof and side walls are stuff you need to consider if you’re going off grid or camping in colder weather.
Features
Sleeping layout, kitchen, water tanks, and power/solar prep. Decide how much comfort you really want.
Off Grid Prep
Solar panels and battery options matter if you plan on going off the beaten path.
Ok, in no particular order, here are my top picks for some of the best truck bed pop up campers available right now.
Four Wheel Campers – Hawk
The Four Wheel Campers “Hawk” is a truck bed pop up slide in camper designed for full size trucks with beds from 6ft – 6ft 7″. Weighing in dry at roughly 1,200 lbs, it’s pretty lightweight without cutting corners on strength. It’s got an aluminum frame and a rugged, low profile design.
When set up, the Hawk will give you about 6 ft 6” of interior standing height, with a fair bit of room to move around inside. It has a standard sized bed, a 20 gallon freshwater tank, and dual propane tanks, with the option for solar, furnace, or fridge upgrades.
This camper is simple but comfortable, tough enough for the off grid stuff, but cozy enough for lazing around at camp. The Hawk is for anyone who wants a tried and tested lightweight pop up that’s ready to go wherever you want it to.
Popular trucks to pair with this pop up:
Ford F-150
Ram 1500
Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Northstar Campers 850 SC
The Northstar 850 SC is designed for full size short or long bed trucks, and weighs in at about 1,680 lbs.
Inside you have a floor length of 8.5 ft. There’s a nice kitchenette, a dinette, and an optional wet bath. For your water there’s a 30 gallon freshwater tank. The 850 SC is insulated, self contained, so you’ll be fine for longer trips in different climates. It’s a bit heavier than some of the more minimalist pop ups, but it’s a real home on wheels.
I think the 850 SC is a good choice for campers who want full amenities without having to jump up to a bulkier hard side rig.
Popular trucks to pair with this pop up:
Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD
Ford F-250 Super Duty
Ram 2500
Scout Campers Yoho
Small, sleek, and well kitted out, the Scout Yoho is a hard sided pop up camper made for mid size trucks like the Tacoma or Gladiator. Weighing in at just 930 lbs, it’s one of the lightest fully equipped campers out there.
The modular interior design includes a portable power pack, water storage, and a removable fridge/freezer, making it perfectly usable for off grid trips. It has a composite shell built to handle anything the weather can throw at you, but still remaining lightweight.
Made for campers who want modern design and lightweight efficiency, the Scout Yoho hits it out of the park.
Popular trucks to pair with this pop up:
Toyota Tacoma
Ford Ranger
Chevrolet Colorado
Four Wheel Campers – CampOut
The “Campout” from Four Wheel Campers is a lightweight, quick to set up unit, built for quick getaways. It’s Four Wheel Campers’ most compact truck bed pop up. Depending on the options selected, the Campout weighs in between 860 – 1,030 lbs. It’s designed for mid to full size trucks that want maximum mobility.
The Campout is really well designed, and has a roomy interior, it has a small water system and a sleeping platform. It’s a more stripped down version than its bigger siblings, but the CampOut definitely nails the essentials for quick weekend getaways.
This amazing little pop up camper is for anyone who wants something simple and low weight.
Popular trucks to pair with this pop up:
Nissan Frontier
Toyota Tacoma
Ford F-150
Outfitter Manufacturing – Caribou Lite
The Caribou Lite 6.5 from Outfitter Manufacturing is a lightweight pop up truck bed camper made for mid size and half ton trucks, and weighs in at roughly 1,050 lbs dry.
It has a fiberglass composite body and also a heated basement option. The Caribou Lite has an internal floor length of 6.5 ft, and inside you’ll get a convertible dinette, sleeping area, and tons of storage.
The Caribou Lite 6.5 will give you plenty of off grid comfort without giving up the handling of a smaller truck.
Popular trucks to pair with this pop up:
Toyota Tacoma (long bed)
Ford Ranger
Chevrolet Colorado
Palomino Backpack SS-1200
The budget friendly Palomino Backpack SS-1200 proves you don’t have to spend big to get a really good pop up truck bed camper. Made for full size trucks, it weighs around 1,600 lbs.
It has a floor length of 8 ft and 15 gallon freshwater tank. Inside there’s a compact kitchen, a dinette, and a good amount of storage for weekend gear. It’s not as rugged as more high end pop ups, but it has all you really need, it’s comfortable, and perfect for first time pop up owners.
The SS-1200 is an excellent affordable pop up, a great entry point for new owners.
Popular trucks to pair with this pop up:
Ram 1500
Ford F-150
Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Four Wheel Campers – Fleet
The Four Wheel Campers Fleet is made for mid size trucks like the Tacoma, Colorado, or Ranger. At around 1,050 lbs dry, it’s pretty easy on your suspension.
It has 6′4″ of interior headroom and a 20 gallon freshwater tank. The lightweight aluminum frame keeps it sturdy for use off road, and there’s also optional solar and heater setups if you want a more off grid package.
The Fleet is perfect for campers who want the quality of a Four Wheel Camper in a mid-size setup.
Popular trucks to pair with this pop up:
Toyota Tacoma (6 ft bed)
Ford Ranger
Chevrolet Colorado
Supertramp Campers – Flagship LT
The Supertramp Flagship LT is a pop up truck bed camper designed for a little more luxury and comfort. Made for full size trucks, it has a carbon fiber composite body, a power lift roof, and a super modern fully equipped interior.
At about 1,350 lbs dry, it’s pretty light for its size and the equipment it has. Inside, you’ll find a queen bed, induction cooktop, fridge, heated water, and a slick modern design that makes it feel more like a tiny home than a camper.
With its off grid power options and premium build quality, the Flagship LT is made for folks who want all the comforts of home in the backcountry.
Popular trucks to pair with this pop up:
Ford F-150 / F-250
Ram 1500 / 2500
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 / 2500
Four Wheel Campers – Project M
The Project M is a rugged, lightweight pop up truck bed camper that mounts directly to your truck bed rails instead of sliding in. Weighing roughly 400 to 500 lbs, it’s perfect for overlanders who want a simple and practical camper.
Inside, there’s a comfy sleeping platform, tons of space for gear, and plenty of room to customize your layout. You can add power, lighting, or roof racks as needed.
The Project M is a no frills modular pop up made for people who want to build their own rig.
Popular trucks to pair with this pop up:
Toyota Tacoma (5 ft or 6 ft bed)
Ford F-150
Ram 2500 (short bed version)
OVS MagPak Truck Bed Camper Shell (+Rooftop Tent)
The OVS MagPak is a clever twist on the classic pop up camper, it’s part camper shell, part rooftop tent. It has a tough aluminum shell with a pop up sleeping tent mounted on top.
It’s compact, modular, and weighs a lot less than a traditional pop up, making it ideal for spur of the moment getaways.
Inside, you can still store gear or mount drawers, and the rooftop tent can sleep two people. It’s not a slide in camper, but it’s super flexible and perfect for quick escapes.
It’s currently made to fit:
Toyota Tacoma (2016–2024, 5-ft bed), Toyota Tundra (2007–2021, 5.5-ft bed), Jeep Gladiator (2019–2024, 5-ft bed), Ford Ranger (2019–2024, 5-ft bed), Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (2014–2026, 5.8-ft bed), RAM 1500 (2019–2026, 5-ft bed).
Truck Bed Campers For Rent
Thinking of investing in a truck camper? Why not try before you buy? Type in truck campers and have a look through the listings on Outdoorsy.
