Camper and Trailer Archives

A rugged black EarthRoamer Overlander camper truck with large off-road tires is parked on red rock terrain in a desert landscape, framed by towering rocky cliffs in the background.

Featured Vehicles, Featured Vehicles, Four Wheel Drive

To Build an EarthRoamer

We visit EarthRoamer’s HQ to see firsthand how an XV-LT is built.

A small, partially completed teardrop-style camper trailer with a metal exterior and diamond plate front sits on a single-axle frame in a shaded outdoor area—an ideal project for any overlanding enthusiast. The unfinished interior is visible through the open door.

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Build of the Month: AlumEscape

2012Taco’s homebrew camp trailer.

Close-up view of illuminated round LED headlights on a dark background, with the word BULLFORCE engraved on the glass cover—perfect for any overlanding adventure.

Gear, Gear, Vehicle Accessories and Protection

Lightforce LED 180

Lighting the way with Lightforce’s rugged LED driving light.

Camper and Trailer, Video

VotD: Scale Snow Wheeling

A pint-sized winter expedition complete with 4x4s, camper, trailer, and helicopter?

A dark gray overland van is parked on a snowy landscape with mountains in the background under a clear sky.

Featured Vehicles, Four Wheel Drive, News

Mercedes Benz Sprinter Van: Improvements for 2015

These impressive vans are soon to hit American roadways and trails.

A nighttime Overlander campsite by a calm lake, featuring a car, trailers, tents, and a glowing campfire. Stars and firelight illuminate the scene, with the campsite and night sky reflected in the water.

Adventure, Adventure, Adventure

A Southern California Adventure (Part II)

We leave the Pacific coast behind and head out in search of dust, deserts, and ruins.

A white overlanding vehicle with gear and roof storage pulls a camper trailer across rocky, rugged desert terrain with sparse vegetation.

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Equipt for Everything

A vehicle profile on Paul May’s outfitted Land Cruiser, with an “island” theme for the story.

A blue overland camper van with an awning is parked beside a table displaying promotional materials for an adventure rental company. A "Rent Me" sign and brochures invite passersby to start their own overlanding journey.

Adventure, Gear, Resources and Routes

Rentalanders

Sample the comfort and capability, without the costly investment.

A large, rugged Overlanding expedition vehicle with off-road tires and a custom camper shell is parked outdoors. The camper features EarthRoamer XV-LTS branding and a mountain graphic on its side.

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Featured Vehicle: EarthRoamer’s Flagship XV-LTs

We take a close look at EarthRoamer’s XV-LTs.

A black and orange axe rests on a red canvas camping chair near a metal kettle—classic gear for any Overlander—on rocky ground with patches of grass.

Camping, Gear, Gear, Gear, Tools, Recovery and Safety

Zippo 4-in-1 Woodsman™

It slices, it dices, it even makes julienne fries.

A glowing orange sun sets on the horizon over a calm sea, casting warm hues across the sky and water. To the right, a small sailboat—an overlander of the waves—is silhouetted against the tranquil scene.

Adventure, Adventure, Adventure

A Southern California Adventure (Part I)

Sometimes excellent food, a paid campsite, and a beautiful beach is just what the doctor ordered.

A dark gray Ford F-150 Overlander pickup truck driving through a muddy, off-road area, with mud splattered on its tires and sides.

News

The Ford Camper is Back

After four decades, a new partnership with Livin’ Lite puts Ford back into the RV business.

A winding, unpaved mountain road perfect for overlanding curves along a rocky hillside under a clear blue sky, with distant mountains and sparse vegetation visible in the background.

Adventure, Adventure

36 Hours of Adventure: Cerbat Mountains

Nestled right smack in the middle of nowhere, the Cerbat Mountains tower over the eastern edge of the Mojave.

A rugged overlanding camper truck parked on a dirt road overlooks a landscape of reddish-brown hills under a partly cloudy sky.

Adventure, Adventure, Camper and Trailer, Four Wheel Drive

Loki the Steyr: The Shifting Sands and Roads of Mongolia

Navigating the roads of Mongolia is never easy and Astrid of rightbeyondthehorizon.com explains why.

Six overlanders stand by a teardrop trailer and a white SUV with rooftop gear in a parking lot near industrial buildings. An American flag waves on the left, capturing the spirit of overlanding adventure on this sunny day.

Camper and Trailer

So-Cal Teardrops

We head to California to see first-hand how teardrop trailers are built.

A dark pickup truck, ready for overlanding, is parked on a gravel road with grassy fields and a partly cloudy sky in the background, viewed from a low angle near the rear tire.

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Power Wagon Perfection

Using the KISS method to strike the perfect balance between useful truck and comfy camp.

A gray Jeep pickup truck with off-road upgrades, built for overlanding adventures, is parked on red rocky terrain surrounded by desert vegetation and striking red rock formations in the background.

News, News, News, News

Expedition Portal’s Community Forum Surpasses 100,000 Members!

Exciting news in the world of ExPo! We continue to grow and have now reached more than 100,000 members!

An overland white SUV with roof cargo and an attached small white teardrop trailer is parked inside an abandoned, graffiti-covered warehouse, with sunlight streaming through gaps in the roof.

Featured Vehicles

The So-Cal Teardrop Project

We baseline the newest addition to our fleet, and look at changes to come.

An overlander wearing protective gloves and a wristwatch secures a metal shackle and strap to a cable on the ground, surrounded by pine needles and rocks, preparing for an overlanding task outdoors.

Gear, Gear, Tools, Recovery and Safety

Ironclad Ranchworx®

A look at Ironclad’s flagship leather work glove

A black SUV is parked on a sandy beach at Cape Lookout National Seashore next to a pop-up camping trailer with an awning and outdoor tent setup. Grass-covered dunes and an overcast sky complete this perfect East Coast escape.

Adventure, Adventure, Camper and Trailer, Four Wheel Drive

Cape Lookout National Seashore – An East Coast Escape

Expedition Portal’s Dendy Jarrett finds fun and misadventure on the beach.

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