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Scamp camping trailers, things to know

Scamp Trailers are built out of molded fiberglass. A lot of thought and engineering has gone into the design of these lightweight, dependable, and easily towed campers.

Official Scamp Trailers overview video of the different models of Scamp Trailers.

When did Scamp Trailers start building campers?

Scamp Trailers (Evelands, Inc.) has had an interesting journey since the early hazy 1970’s. The story began with a partnership with Boler (a now defunct Canadian fiberglass RV manufacturer). A pick up the pieces story after that partnership with Boler ended. Rapid growth and expansion and then a devastating fire that sparked a rebuild of the company and modernization of the manufacturing facilities. The full history of Scamp Trailers is available on the official website.

What is the difference between a standard model Scamp Trailer and a deluxe model?

Standard model Scamps have fiberglass cabinetry, deluxe models have hardwood cabinetry.

What lengths and dimensions do Scamp Trailers have?

Scamps come in various lengths, 13 foot, 16 foot and a 19 foot 5th wheel model.

Scamp overall length
(rear bumper to hitch)
Exterior height Interior heightInterior widthInterior length
13 foot7’6″6’2″6’6″10′
16 foot7’6″6’2″6’6″13′
19 foot 5th Wheel8’10”6’2″6’6″17’10”
Please notice that the advertised length of a Scamp Trailer goes from the rear bumper to the trailer hitch. The interior living area is 3 feet less, so a 13 foot Scamp has 10 feet of indoor living space.

How much does a Scamp travel trailer weigh?

Scamp ModelApproximate weight*Hitch weightAxle capacity/tire size
13 foot1,200-1,500 lbs.100-150 lbs.2,200 lbs., 13 inch tires
16 foot1,750-2,000 lbs.185-220 lbs.3500 lbs., 13 inch tires
19ft 5th
wheel
2200-2800 lbs.400 lbs.3500 lbs., 15 inch tires
Information from Scamp Trailer sales brochure. * These are “dry” weights, no water (fresh, grey or black) in the tanks and the propane tanks are empty. No personal gear loaded into the camper. It’s always a good idea to weigh your camper when it is fully loaded for a camping trip so you know that your tow vehicle can tow your camper safely.

How many people can sleep in a Scamp Trailer?

Each length of Scamp can comfortably sleep a different number of people. The 13 foot model can sleep two to three people. It’s probably best with two adults and one child. The 16 foot model can sleep up to four people. The 19 foot 5th wheel model can sleep up to six people.

Do Scamp Trailers come with bathrooms?

A Scamp Trailer can be ordered with or without a bathroom. There are various layouts available for each of the trailer lengths. All Scamp bathrooms are “wet baths”, which means the toilet and showering area are combined.

How is a Scamp Trailer different from other brands?

One difference is the construction of the floor. Scamp does not have a full fiberglass floor. The fiberglass shell is bolted to a wooden floor through the metal frame. The wood subfloor is treated with a preservative, but the underside of the camper floor is open to the elements. The floors of a Scamp are not insulated. They do have a vinyl floor covering on the inside.

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