5 of the Best 5th Wheel Campers

Published on March 4th, 2020 by Ray & Tammy Roman
This post was updated on February 27th, 2023

When selecting the best 5th wheel campers, we came upon a high number of fifth wheels to evaluate. The question was, “Where to begin?”

To choose the best fifth wheels, we looked at consumer reports on various sites and forums. It wasn’t easy. But in the end, these are the top 5 best 5th wheel campers. Why? Because they:

  • Have the least issues with owners
  • All have excellent standard features
  • And a large selection of fifth wheel floor plans.

Let’s get started.

#1 Heartland RV Landmark

Heartland Landmark Fifth Wheel RV is one of the best 5th Wheel Campers
The Heartland Landmark Fifth Wheel RV

Here’s why we think the Heartland Landmark is one of the best fifth wheels around:

  • Number of floorplans: 7
  • Dry weight: 14,527 lbs to 15,416 lbs
  • Sleeping Capacity: 3-6
  • Lengths: 39′ 2″ to 42′ 6″
Heartland RV Landmark interior
Heartland Landmark fifth wheel interior example.

The Heartland RV Landmark 5th wheel is luxury end to end. It comes with features and amenities only found on high-end 5th wheels.

It has features usually only found in the best luxury fifth wheels, such as:

  • power bed lifts
  • 3 standard air-conditioning units
  • hardwood window sill
  • and much more.
Heartland RV Landmark bedroom
The Heartland Landmark camper is huge and is perfect full-time RV living.

It is spacious and feels like a home with all of the features and amenities you find in a traditional house. What I especially like about the Heartland Landmard is the plethora of standard features. They offer over a dozen upgrades if you feel the need to spend more.

Key Features

  • Full body-paint
  • Motorized bed-lift
  • 45,000 BTU cooling: 3 A/C units
  • Walk-in closed on 4 of the 6 plans
  • Multi-Plex lighting system
  • King mattress

All Heartland RVs come with a 3-year structural warranty and a 1-year warranty for the rest of the RV. Their luxury brands which include the Big Horn and Big Country are warranted for full-time living and have an industry-best 2-year warranty.

Watch the 2023 Heartland Landmark video tour

The Landmark is priced at the higher end of the range but from the reviews I’ve read, it is definitely worth it if you can afford it.

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#2 Grand Design Reflection

Grand Design Reflection fifth wheel trailer
Grand Design Reflection fifth wheel trailer
  • Number of floorplans: 8
  • Dry weight: 8,816 lbs to 12,474 lbs
  • Sleeping Capacity: 4-6
  • Length: 34′ 8″ to 41′ 0″

Grand Design has always been one of our favorite travel trailer manufacturers due to how well they design their bumper-pull travel trailers. Their fifth wheels are no different and that is why we consider the Reflection one of our Top 10 Best 5th Wheel campers.

When it comes to the Reflection, you will find a level of sophistication usually not found in other fifth wheels. As you look around the interior you’ll find quality appliances, cabinets, and countertops. The features and amenities are all very well thought out.

Grand Design Reflection kitchen and living area.
Grand Design Reflection kitchen and living area.

Like the other 5th wheels on our “best of” list, the Reflection is very well suited for full-time RV living.

All floorplans come with a queen bed and some plans have bunk beds which makes the Reflection suitable for large families or extra guests.

As you walk through the kitchen of this camper most plans will have a center island with a sink. It’s not all cramped in the kitchen.

Grand Design Reflection bedroom
Grand Design fifth wheel bedroom.

Key Features

  • Pass-through storage
  • One-Touch Auto Leveling System
  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Ductless Flooring
  • Split Baggage doors
  • Deep Seated Stainless Steel Farmers Sink
  • Universal Docking Station
  • LED Lighting with Motion Sensors in the key areas

Overall the Grand Design Reflection is a very well-equipped fifth wheel with high-end features and amenities. This is one to definitely put on your top best 5th wheels list.

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#3 KZ Durango Half-Ton

KZ Durango Half-Ton
KZ Durango Half-Ton exterior.
  • Number of floorplans: 9
  • Dry weight: 7,300 lbs to 10,160 lbs
  • Sleeping Capacity: 6-8
  • Length: 29′ 1″ to 38′ 2″
KZ Durango Half-Ton interior
KZ Durango Half-Ton interior

If you are looking for a 5th wheel that is lightweight than the KZ Durango might be what you are looking for.

Their lightest floorplan, the D250RES comes in at a dry weight of just 7,300 lbs. All floorplans are nicely equipped with modern features and amenities, including all of the modern connectivity features and entertainment.

KZ Durango Half-Ton bedroom
KZ Durango Half-Ton bedroom

All floorplans come with a queen-size bed, pass-through storage an some even have an optional fireplace. The interior is available in three different color schemes: Hava, Sea Salt and Gorce Maple/Burnished Wood.

The kitchen features maple-glazed cabinetry, stainless steel sinks, and seamless solid countertops.

The master bedroom features LED lights and a padded headboard which is something you usually do not see in a camper. There is available storage under the bed.

Key Features

  • Fully-heated and insulated underbelly
  • Centralized command center
  • Residential-grade furnishing
  • Double door gas/electric 8 cubic feet refrigerator
  • 100 lbs ball-bearing drawer guides
  • Theater seating with heat and massage on select models
  • Optional 4-point leveling
  • KZ True 2 Warranty (2-year hitch to bumper limited warranty)

Overall the KZ Durango is a fine fifth wheel that gets excellent reviews from its owners and is one of the best 5th wheels you should consider.

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#4 Jayco North Point

Jayco North Point fifth wheel exterior
Jayco North Point fifth wheel exterior
  • Number of floorplans: 8
  • Dry weight: 12,430 lbs to 15,350 lbs
  • Sleeping Capacity: 4-7
  • Length: 34′ 5″ to 42′ 3″
Jayco North Point kitchen view.
Jayco North Point kitchen view.

The layout of each floorplan has been carefully designed to maximize space, especially around the kitchen and living areas.

The frame of this 5th wheel is an aluminum frame (Stronghold VBL™). Exterior walls (including rear wall and slide room walls) are vacuum-bonded laminated gel-coated fiberglass.

Jayco North Point living room.
Jayco North Point living room.

The roof on this fifth wheel camper is the Magnum Truss XL6 Roof System which according to Jayco is the strongest tested roof in the industry. It has a one-piece, seamless DiFlexx II material.

Standard features just like on all Jayco models are plenty and thoughtfully chosen. You also have the option to choose from various packages that upgrade the great features you already have. Below are some of the key features of the Jayco North Point.

Jayco North Point bathroom.
Jayco North Point bathroom.

Key Features

  • Climate Shield™ zero-degree tested weather protection
  • Underbelly fully enclosed and heated
  • 40,000 BTU furnace
  • PEX plumbing
  • Handcrafted and glazed doors, drawers and trim
  • Shaw® vinyl flooring (Made in the USA) throughout
  • Bathroom stone and glass tile backsplash
Video tour of the Jayco North Point

The Jayco North Point is a very capable 5th wheel with eight well-designed floorplans that provide ample space and comfort.

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#5 Coachmen Chaparral Fifth Wheel

Coachmen Chaparral
Coachmen Chaparral exterior
  • Number of floorplans: 9
  • Dry weight: 9,803 lbs to 12,277 lbs
  • Sleeping Capacity: 4-7
  • Length: 33′ 6″ to 41′ 9″
Coachmen Chaparral interior
Coachmen Chaparral interior.

Right from the start, we like the Coachmen Chaparral fifth wheel. It qualifies as one of our best 5th wheel campers due to its use of Azdel Composite panels for its sidewalls. If you don’t know what Azdel is, I wrote an extensive article about the benefits of Adzel Composite panels for fifth wheels, and which manufacturers use it.

The Coachmen Chaparral is a mid-profile 5th wheel which means they are designed with a 3/4 gas or diesel towing truck in mind.

Coachmen Chaparral bedroom
Coachmen Chaparral fifth wheel bedroom

You will find a host of excellent standard features on this camper as well as some optional packages that will upgrade components or materials.

Key Features

  • Vacuum-Bonded and Aluminum Framed Sidewall with Azdel
  • TPO Roof with 12 Year Warranty
  • Weather Shield+™ Unobstructed & Insulated Pass-Thru Storage W/ Built-In Tool Storage
  • Solid Hardwood Drawer & Cabinet Faces
  • Stainless Steel 8 Cubic Foot Refrigerator
  • 21″ Stainless Steel Oven W/ Residential Cooktop, Glass Cover, & Piezo Ignition
Tour a Coachmen Chaparral fifth wheel camper.

We love how the Coachmen Chaparral combines excellent towing ability with a lighter weight yet still maintains lots of room, luxury and features typically only found in fifth wheels that are priced much higher.

View All Coachmen Chaparral Fifth Wheels

Final Thoughts on the Top 5 Best 5th Wheel Campers for couples and families

Choosing just five top-rated wheel campers can be a bit tricky. There are many models to choose from! The five we have selected are well-designed. They also have a nice variety of floor plans to choose from.

Any of these fifth wheels for couples and families is a good choice. As always do your research, talk to owners, talk to dealers before you make a final decision of which these best 5th wheel campers might be right for you.


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