Category: Camping Accessories

There’s a certain feeling you get about 30 minutes after setting up camp. The sun is dipping lower. The chairs are out. The cooler is open. You reach for something simple, something small, something you assumed was packed. And it’s not there. Even seasoned campers forget things. It’s rarely the big, obvious gear like your tent or your truck camper keys. It’s the small, everyday essentials that quietly slip through the cracks that you somehow remember for every trip you don’t need it, but forget the moment you do.  Trust us, we’ve been there! Here are the most commonly forgotten items while camping:  1. Headlamps and Extra Batteries You might remember a flashlight. You might even remember one headlamp. But Read More…

One of the biggest draws of owning a Four Wheel Camper is the freedom to travel off grid. You can explore remote deserts, deep forests, high mountain passes, and wide open spaces while remaining completely self-sufficient.  Here at Four Wheel Campers, our pop up and flatbed campers are especially suited for off grid travel because they are lightweight, durable, and designed with efficient power and water systems in mind. When we build off-grid adventure rigs, here is everything we focus on:  1. Power Up With Solar Solar power is the backbone of most off grid setups. It allows you to recharge your batteries using the sun and so you do not need campground hookups or engine idling to keep systems Read More…

‘Tis the season for icy roads, winter storms, and closed mountain passes! If you’re new to snow travel or this is your first season in your Four Wheel Camper, we’ve compiled a list of the best items to keep in your truck for winter travel. If we’ve learned anything traveling in the snow through the years, it’s to expect the unexpected, prepare for anything, and you can never have too much recovery gear in your rig.  Best Items to Have in Your Truck Camper for Winter Travel  1. Snow Chains  Carrying snow chains and upgraded truck tires is critical for winter travel. Mountain passes and routes with blowing snow are especially susceptible to hazardous travel in the winter and can Read More…

If you ask us, the toughest part about buying a Four Wheel Camper isn’t deciding that you will buy one; it’s deciding precisely what to add to it! After all, we know our ‘accessories’ list is quite extensive.  Over time, we’ve garnered responses from our Four Wheel Camper community about what add-ons they appreciate the most and what ones they say are a must when building our your custom truck camper.  1. Thermal Pack If you will ever camp in temperatures below 45 degrees or hotter than 85 degrees, our thermal pack is one of our most popular camping add-ons. In the past few months, we’ve announced our newest and most upgraded thermal pack, a quilted 3-layer thermal pack for Read More…

Camping is one of the best ways to get out and explore. At Four Wheel Campers, we encourage everyone to enjoy the outdoors, no matter their experience. After all, we all started somewhere! No one starts out knowing all the tips and tricks of the best camping gear. So whether you’re car camping at a state park or aiming to hear into the backcountry, we’ve compiled a list of some of our favorite camping gear every beginner should add to their list.  Best Camping Gear for Beginners Camping Stove  Hot dogs over a fire are always a good idea when camping, but a camp stove is one of the easiest and most affordable pieces of equipment to add to your Read More…

The Project M may be our most minimalist truck camper option, but that’s doesn’t mean you can’t deck it out and turn it into a beastly adventure rig! If planning to adventure hard and travel light, here are our top recommendations for this truck topper: Camp Stove  Some people say that a camping trip is only as good as the food, and we say we couldn’t agree more! The Project M is the perfect setup to relax at camp, cook on the tailgate, and take in the surrounding views. Depending on budget and space, there are numerous options to choose from when it comes to camp stoves, from collapsible backpacking stoves to two-burner setups.  Portable Power Station  Get prepped to Read More…