Category: Destination Trailer

The Ride: Forest River Wildwood Lodge 42VERANDA is Pure Luxury
Destination trailers are having a moment right now. Larger and more spacious than the traditional towable, these RVs are designed for extended stays. Often, they remain parked at an RV resort or a private campground, and while their size makes them less nimble than other rigs, they make up for it with residential-style floor plans and posh amenities.
And when it comes to the destination concept, Forest River is leading the way as of late. Over the past few years, the manufacturer has released a stream of models with confident styling and creative use of space. Case in point: the Wildwood Lodge 42VERANDA, which in many ways redefines the expectations for towables.
Measuring 44 feet, 11 inches in length and with an unloaded vehicle weight of 13,754 pounds, the 42VERANDA is anything but small. You’ll need a hefty tow vehicle to get it down the road, but once underway its triple-axle, reinforced chassis ensures a smooth, controlled ride.
The signature feature is a rear patio that’s unlike just about anything we’ve seen on an RV before. The entire deck sits on a sliding mechanism that retracts in transit and expands to provide more space at the campsite. The deck’s wooden flooring, outdoor speakers, and ceiling fan give it a sleek, modern feel. An outdoor kitchen comes complete with a gas griddle, sink, and mini-fridge.
Photo Credit: Forest River
Inside, an expansive living space includes a lounge area, a residential-style island kitchen and a large bathroom with a glass-doored shower to rival those found in many homes. The primary bedroom has a power-tilting king-size bed, built-in wardrobe and dressers, and washer and dryer hookups. The rig also features a lofted sleeping area with a queen-size bed, storage cabinets, bookshelves, a wall-mounted TV, and a sitting area with an integrated table.
A surprising number of windows provide an abundance of natural light, giving the 42VERANDA an open, airy feel—and electric shades make it easy to adjust just how much of that light streams in. The destination trailer’s interior feels more “vacation home” than “RV,” and given its size, it’s well suited for families and couples alike.
This winning entry makes it easy to understand why destination trailers are surging in popularity. Once a traveler spends some time in one of these, it may be hard to “camp” any other way.
Dimensions
GVWR: 16,200 lbs. Hitch Weight: 1,815 lbs. Overall Length: 41′ 11″ Exterior Height: 13′ 3″
Photo Credit: Forest River
1. The rear patio extends the living space outdoors and retracts while in transit.
2. An outdoor kitchen includes a large griddle, a sink, and a mini fridge.
3. Large campside awnings feature LED lighting diffuser bars.
4. The trailer’s main entrance comes with a stylish glass door.
5. Numerous large windows provide natural light and great views.
6. An enclosed and heated underbelly keeps tanks warm in cold conditions.
7. The triple-axle chassis guarantees smooth transport to and from the campsite.
8. Manual stabilizer jacks improve stability when parked
This article originally appeared in Wildsam magazine. For more Wildsam content, sign up for our newsletter.
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2025-06-02
Video: The Forest River Cherokee Timberwolf 20OG is the Destination Trailer for the Rest of Us
Destination trailers have a reputation for being massive in size, making them a challenge to tow but extremely spacious and plush. But the Forest River Cherokee Timberwolf 20OG breaks that stereotype to a degree, offering a smaller model that still offers plenty of room and lots of amenities. Don’t get us wrong, this is still an RV that is designed to stay in one place most of the time, but as you’ll see in the video above, it is also more approachable than some of the other options in this fast-growing space.
Photo Credit: Forest River
So, just how “small” is the Cherokee Timberwolf 20OG? It measures 35′ 8″ end to end and has a GVWR of 11,275 lbs. Those are still respectable numbers, of course, but much smaller than most other destination trailers on the market. But as noted above, the rig doesn’t lack for space. In addition to the primary bedroom—which features a king-size bed—this unit has not one, but two lofted sleeping areas. The largest of those is located up a flight of stairs and has a queen bed and a fireplace, plus additional room for twin mattress. The second loft is above the outdoor porch in the rear, with space for an additional guest.
Other stand-out features include a high-top table with free-standing chairs, a comfy hide-a-bed couch, and a bathroom with a porcelain toilet that is separate from the residential-size shower. The kitchen includes a three-burner stove, a 21″ oven, microwave, an enormous refrigerator, and an undermount stainless steel sink. The trailer is also quipped with a dishwasher and a washer/dryer combo unit.
Photo Credit: Forest River
As you watch the video walk-through of this RV, there are a couple of things to note. First, there is a lot of onboard storage with cabinets, wardrobes, a linen closet, and a pantry. Also, it is important to recognize that this destination trailer doesn’t have any slide-outs. That further reduces the amount of floor space compared to other models, but also helps keep weight to a minimum and eliminates the worry of a slide failure or having to do regular slide maintenance.
Despite being smaller and lacking slides, the Timberwolf 20OG still feels open and expansive. Large windows, a tall ceiling, and a 96″ exterior width help the trailer to feel more like a vacation cottage rather than an RV. And thanks to the rear porch and outdoor-powered awnings, the living space extends nicely to the outdoor, too. And if you’re not bringing your entire crew, the lofted space can be used in more versatile ways, such as storage compartments or a game room, giving the rig an even more homey feel.
Photo Credit: Forest River
Watch the video above to get the full tour of this amazing trailer. Than, visit the Forest River website to learn more about the Cherokee Timberwolf 20OG.
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2025-03-24
The RV Revolution Goes On: The Cedar Creek Destination Fifth Wheel
I don’t know how they’re managing it, but the RV industry is moving ahead in leaps and bounds. And in Destination Rigs, they are rocketing into the award-winning future.Allow us to introduce the Cedar Creek Cottage Destination FIFTH WHEEL. Yes, a fifth wheel, with all it’s easier towing advantages. Yes, a fifth wheel with space and storage galore. Yes, a fifth wheel packed with luxury features.A Fifth Wheel made to become your Destination Second Home? Yes!Cedar Creek has introduced a groundbreaking fifth wheel Cottage designed to redefine destination living. Let’s start with that exterior.That is not a sticker, but rather a next-generation Digital UV paint printed directly onto the fiberglass exterior. It’s a 100% mold & mildew resistant skin impervious to water. There is NO CAULKING on the exterior. The corners use aluminum rails, riveted together for water-proofing as we’ve never seen it before.
The large back-living space features a more conversation-friendly L-shaped sectional sofa. The LARGE TV and entertainment system are perched above the fireplace.The kitchen is filled with upper-end residential kitchen appliances. This includes a pull-out pantry that will give you plenty of room for supplies.The main suite includes a King Bed, plus there is plenty of sleeping space in the two lofts and in the chaise and trundle bed. With a sleeping capacity of 8, there’s room for everyone!
If this Destination Fifth Wheel sounds like something out of a dream, don’t hesitate! We don’t think these will stay in stock long. Contact us and have one of our knowledgeable staff give you a tour of this innovative RV.We’re sure you’ll love it as much as we do!Finally, Volante’s reputation for making quality towables for a great price might make this your Can’t-Miss-It purchase. Come in and see it, and all our Destination Trailers! We’re ready to bring you home for the summer.
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2024-12-12
Poulsbo RV’s Newest Destination Trailer: The Volante Mini-Loft
The Destination Trailer Revolution continues! This year we’ve seen amazing changes in how people want to RV for the Summer. We started with the award-winning No Boundaries RVS1 with it’s retro-futuristic interior. Then we put out our own Cascade Timberwolf Mini-Loft, with its Tiny House inspirations.Now, CrossRoads has joined the Line-up, and we couldn’t be more pleased! Much like our Cascade, the Volante Mini-Loft has its roots in Tiny House design. The airy loft design creates a high ceiling, and a bright, light-filled living space. Double tall windows feature the natural world you came to enjoy, open to view. The covered porch is the perfect place for watching the sunrise with a hot cup of coffee, or the sunset with a cocktail.
The Volante Mini-Loft comes well equipped to give you the comfortable living standard of a Destination Trailer. A 16 cubic foot Double-Door Fridge gives you plenty of food storage in the full-appliance galley kitchen. There’s even a GE Washer/Dryer to give you all you need to make this trailer a home away from home.
What makes this floorplan different from similar models it the 6-sided aluminum cage construction and fiberglass exterior. Crossroads Volante has been making Trailers and Fifth Wheels with a reputation for sturdy design. CrossRoads 3-year warranty seals the deal.
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2024-12-04