A mural of UFC fighter Justin Gaethje on the side of Ginaveve’s Market Place in Safford, Arizona, feels like the perfect marker for the kind of country the Awaken RV MorningStar-i is built for. Just outside town, the gravel road into Hot Well Dunes Recreation Area leads to scattered campsites, wide-open desert, and even a hot spring—exactly the sort of base-camp terrain where a compact, off-road-capable travel trailer earns its keep. The area is dry, dusty, and made for exploring, and it rewards travelers who want to push further without giving up the comforts of a proper home on wheels.
The MorningStar-i enters the market as a new contender in the fiberglass travel trailer segment, built by Awaken RV, a company founded in 2024 by industry veteran Scott Hubble. The model reflects the brand’s broader strategy of blending modern design, durable construction, and off-grid readiness into a trailer aimed at a wide range of buyers. The “i” in the name denotes the more rugged, go-further version of the MorningStar, distinguished by independent suspension and off-road tires compared with the standard model. This trailer is built for those who want to venture beyond pavement and set up camp where the landscape is still raw, and the road in is part of the adventure.
The MorningStar-i is positioned as an evolution of the original MorningStar model, retaining much of its foundational engineering with added features to expand its utility beyond traditional campground travel. Its exterior is constructed from molded double-hull fiberglass, a process that creates a seamless, weather-resistant shell designed to resist rot, delamination, and denting while providing improved insulation compared with conventional RV wall systems. The fiberglass bodywork extends to functional elements such as the spare tire cover and LP storage tub, suggesting a comprehensive approach to material use rather than a simple cladding over a framed structure.
Measured from hitch to rear, the MorningStar-i stretches just over 23 feet, with a dry weight of 5,690 pounds and a gross vehicle weight rating in the mid-6,000-pound range. Its chassis incorporates an independent suspension system and all-terrain off-road tires, a departure from the more common straight-axle setups seen on many similarly sized trailers. Dual Dexter torsion axles, heavy-duty manual stabilizer jacks, sealed wheel bearings, and an aluminum frame with a GenY coupler are among the structural details that reflect the unit’s design focus on durability and reliability across varied terrain.
Internally, the MorningStar-i is arranged to sleep up to four people and includes a dry bath with separate toilet, vanity, and shower spaces, a layout choice that underlines a commitment to livability. Real wood cabinetry, luxury woven-vinyl flooring, multiple USB and 110-volt outlets, ducted climate-control systems, and a full complement of kitchen appliances are part of the interior specification. The kitchen area features a three-burner stove, a convection microwave, and a 12-volt compressor fridge/freezer, framing the space as both functional for extended stays and comfortable for everyday use.
Power and electrical systems are engineered to support off-grid camping. A minimum of 500 watts of flexible solar photovoltaic panels, a 270 amp-hour heated lithium battery bank from Redarc, and a 3,000-watt inverter/charger system form the backbone of the trailer’s energy infrastructure. These systems not only provide electrical autonomy but also allow for the integration of additional power sources if owners choose to expand capacity for longer stays or more demanding electrical loads.
Plumbing and water systems are designed with both comfort and practicality in mind. The trailer includes a Nautilus water management panel with external shower connection, a Truma Combi Eco hot water and heater system, and capacious fresh, gray, and black water tanks. The plumbing layout and component choices indicate an effort to balance everyday convenience with the robustness needed for camping environments that may be distant from traditional utility hookups, such as the Hot Well Dunes, where the pit toilets are very well used and a bit grim, to be honest.
Externally, amenities such as a Carefree power awning, exterior LED lighting fixtures, quick-connect LP fittings, and a rear-view monitoring system contribute to the trailer’s user-friendly design. Safety features, including smoke, LP, and carbon monoxide detectors, a fire extinguisher, and an emergency crank for the powered tongue jack, are incorporated as standard equipment, underscoring a holistic approach to both functionality and occupant security.
Pricing for the MorningStar-i begins at approximately $93,500.
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