Moab advice

[01yzf600r]

I’m going to Moab for the first time and I’m wondering if I should take my jacks? I plan to stay in one location for about four days and I’m wondering if setting up camp and unloading the camper is gonna be easier than packing camp up every day to go exploring?

I also have a small trailer that I can put the camper on and I am considering that as an option too.

 

[Dadocut]

Personally I always leave my camper on when traveling. It's just too hard to take it on & off, I don't like leaving it on the jacks (instead of its table where the weight rests on the base), and the truck is much lighter/narrower without the jacks.

 

[buckland]

Jacks when traveling have a greater chance of causing a problem then the chance of being helpful. I have seen damage done on campers; and as it is a corner, just a small hit can produce a major structural problem. Taking the camper off when traveling also (for me) takes the fun out of it...avoid any and all added stress! Opinions will vary. Love to hear back about the trip to Moab with some fun photos too!!

 

[CPT Davenport]

We also like having everything with us when we explore from camp. Last year we stayed in Moab with some friends. Our traveling partners left their camper at base camp and came out with us for the day. If I had a nickel for everything they wish they had with them and borrowed from us that day! They said they would never leave the camper behind again.

 

[01yzf600r]

I plan to ride my bicycle at many trailheads and base camp at one central location “undetermined at this time” meaning I’ll need the truck to get around, but camp can stay in camp.

I don’t like the idea of taking the camper off, but I like the idea of having camp setup and waiting when the rides are over.

Horsethief campground has been recommended and grand view

 

[Wyo4Life]

These campers take less than two minutes to pop up and be ready to go. There is a reason I got rid of our Northern Lite (nicest truck camper I have ever owned) and replaced it with a FWC Hawk that stays on my truck full time. I got tired of loading/unloading the NL every time we went camping. And, that was at my house on a level concrete RV pad.
I also don't think the FWC's are made to be inside when they are sitting on the jacks. I get what you are wanting to do but I would definitely not go through that hassle.
Good luck and have a great time in Moab!

 

[CPT Davenport]

For a Mellow day, Dead horse point is some fun flowy riding. Have fun!!!!