People who move around a lot or those who like to live their life with a flavor of adventure go for camping every now and then. While moving and camping, they wish to carry with them the amenities they find it difficult to live without. It is not very convenient to move around in caravans or heavy trailers. Under such conditions, tent trailers come out to the rescue. Tent trailers are types of auto trailers with a folding canvas or other fabric shelter that makes the vehicle suitable for outdoor camping.

Collapsible or Pop-up campers are some names tent trailers are often referred to as. These actually are expandable tents constructed on a trailer base. The tent component collapses inward beneath a hard roof for easy towing, and can be lifted to full height when it is time to set up camp. Tent trailers are available in a variety of types and styles. While some are designed to be used for off road camping adventures, others are more appropriate for family camping at improved campsites. There are many reputed brands like Palomino, Coleman, Forest River, Jayco, Starcraft RV, Hi-lo Trailer, Alfa Leisure etc. that specialize in manufacturing tent trailers.

Tent trailers can be owned at an expenditure of anything between $3,500 and $12,500. Depending upon the model, Tent Trailers can comfortably accommodate up to 8 individuals. While purchasing a tent trailer, a lot of factors like budget, the type of facilities one requires and the type of trips one is most likely to take on the tent trailer etc are needed to consider.

Fleetwood, one of the most experienced manufacturers offer a number of different styles of tent trailers. Earlier, the company's tent trailers were branded with the Coleman name, but now are called Fleetwood Folding Trailers. Some of the widely sold current models include Highlander, Americana, Destiny, and Element. The luxurious Highlander series tent trailer are equipped with top-of-the-line comfort, great features and easy towability. This series enjoys the crown of North America's most popular "high side wall" folding camping trailer by Statistical Surveys, Inc. Jayco is also a very reputed brand offering tent trailers with the special patented lifting system. Jay Series, Select, Baja and J/Trax are some popular series from this brand.

Lightweight tent trailers are less expensive and easier to tow than traditional recreational vehicles. They are usually shorter and most models can be towed by mid sized automobiles, some even by compact cars and motorcycles. When going for ultralight tent trailers, a good pick is the Livin' Lite's Quicksilver line of tent trailers, which are built entirely from aluminum. These campers are among the lightest weight RVs, and easily towed. For example, the Quicksilver 5.0 model comfortably sleeps four people, yet weighs only 520 pounds. Those who are addicted to Coleman tent trailers can go for the ultralight 97 Coleman tent trailers which accommodates six people, an used one costing just around $2500.

Not everyone can afford buying a new tent trailer. For such people, going for used tent trailers is a good option. Buying a used tent trailer is a lot like buying a used car. Sweet spot is a lightly used, three year old tent trailer model that is still in like-new condition, but has depreciated enough to offer a significant savings over a comparable new model. It therefore is a good option to go for as it costs just around $6,000. But when going for a used tent trailer, certain things need to be checked. The first thing to look for, when evaluating the condition of a tent trailer is its mold and mildew. After that one should check the working of all the equipped appliances, and okay it only after one is satisfied.