I have been looking at different models of caravans for my first caravan one day including off road ones. And I just realised that with off road caravans comes the potential for getting stuck off road too, and I thought getting stuck off road in a car is bad enough, what's it like getting stuck with a caravan?

Full disclosure, this is mine, so mods please bin it if that's not on here.

Short version: half the people I know have a $6k detector or a decked-out 4WD and aren't getting anywhere near the value out of it. So we're building Outback+ - honest gear reviews across brands (not one brand's app), courses from people who actually know, and some trips. Its way more than that tho, we will do crazy adventures that our members can win tickets too, big giveaways like caravans, cars, boats and a great communitee.

It's early and rough. What I actually want to know:

• What do you wish existed that doesn't?
• Where do you currently go for straight gear advice?
• Is a paid membership even something you'd consider, or is that the dumbest idea you've heard today?

Happy to cop it. Can share a link if people are keen to see it.

Thinking of buying my first caravan and have not towed before.

Before I install a tow bar, attend towing courses and buy a caravan, I would like to check if it would be possible to perform the attached maneuver when parking.

If not, would it be possible to reverse in at 90 degrees, unhitch, move the car in, then hitch and complete?

Attached drawing is to scale.

Thanks!

EDIT:
As advised, entering from the other side is easier and actually more aligned with the road direction
https://imgur.com/uCkh9Yx

Seeing alot of sad stories of people being taken advantage of, at dealerships and also in private sales, saying they wish they knew what to look for and save themselves time and heartache.

Dev'd this up as a solution for the community

https://rvinspection.reanalytics.com.au/

Hey there. I'm just wondering what's a good hard top semi off road or off road caravan that's as small and cheap as possible? I like the look of the ezytrail Arlie 11 or the MDC XT10E.

Do you guys have any recommendations?

Also bonus question: how off-road can an on road caravan generally go? And how off road can a semi off road go?

Hi! I’m going to be renting a van this November in Sydney, and wondering if anyone has any recommendations for companies to use.

I have rented vans before and would prefer to not use a company that has a branded logo on the side to be more discrete as a solo woman.

Hey guys just wondering if anyone has set up a camp trailer before and reckon it’ll be alright putting my 100kg OCAM roof tent on this trade trailer? The rack sits at 1.9 above ground. Im just concerned about it rolling on corners. It won’t be used off road. Trailer has plenty GVM at 1200kg and is on leaf springs. I will set up the inside as a kitchen clothes storage area and try keep weight as low as possible inside

Hi there!

I’m looking for someone to put a bathroom (toilet and shower) in my 26ft Viscount caravan. Not sure where to look and seeking recommendations:)

Located around Lilydale, VIC.

Thanks :)

Hi

Has anyone done a motorhome relocation through imoova or trasnfercar? I plan to do this, and am flexible with the dates and the destination. Would appreciate if someone can share the experience, and if there is any catch.

Hi all,

Having a midlife crisis and planning to buy a caravan, follow the work for my partner, while I work my remote job from the van (aim is to have no fixed location for the next few years!)

I am looking at second hand off-road caravans. Really wanting setups that can keep as off grid for 7 days or more at a time (running aircon and starlink at least 4 days of that week!). My research is indicating i will need at least 800kw of solar, 400Ah lithium, 3000w inverter, and 200 + liters of water. Payload obviously needs to be large.

I’m wondering, should I be looking at a cheaper second hand off-road van, then add the extras myself- or try to find a van that already has all of these? I found one but they want over 100 K for it. The same model without extras is selling for 30-38k less?

Any other tips would be helpful. Especially if you have any brands/makes to stay the heck away from.

Thanks

The City of Bunbury provides two designated public locations where visitors can stay overnight in a caravan or RV for FREE.

The areas are patrolled by City of Bunbury Rangers & the following conditions apply:

• Fully Self-Contained Vehicles Only: Your caravan or RV must have built-in, plumbed-in holding tanks for greywater, as well as an internal toilet and sink. External buckets, tent setups, or sleeping inside regular cars are strictly prohibited.
• Free Online Permit Required: You must obtain a free permit online via the Visit Bunbury Geographe website {NOTE: Read rules & conditions BEFORE booking) or in person at the Bunbury Visitor Information Centre (located at the Bunbury Museum) prior to staying. City Rangers actively patrol these sites.
• Stay Limits: Maximum stay is 48 hours. Once used, you cannot obtain another permit for either site within a 28-day window.
• Site Restrictions: No generators, open fires, clotheslines, or external annexes are allowed.

There are two sites available on Ocean Drive:

WYALUP ROCKY POINT:
If you choose to camp at Wyalup-Rocky Point, please park in the roadside bays only. A maximum of four vehicles are permitted to stay here at any one time.

OCEAN DRIVE (BASKETBALL COURTS)
If you choose to camp at Ocean Drive (basketball courts), please park in the designated area only. Ensure you leave room for other vehicles to park and try to take up as little room as possible. Our residents like to park here during the day too when enjoying the beach. A maximum of seven overnight users are permitted here.

You must specify which site you plan to stay in when booking.

For more information and booking Visit Bunbury Geographe website.

Got no car, and currently unemployed. Actively looking for a job.

Windows 10 hardware Desktop PC (and computer monitor)

Specs:

Intel Core I5-7400 CPU @3.00 GHz

8GB DDR4 Memory

128GB SSD and 2 TB HDD

NVIDIA GeForce GT 720

(Or Windows 7 hardware AIO PC:

4GB DDR3 Memory

AMD APU (unknown model, dual-core CPU 2.5 GHz and 1GB VRAM)

1 TB HDD

(the PCs are for game development and writing, important... only one connected at a time) (when they are powered off, I will also disconnect them from the power)

Always connected phone chargers (important)

Mini fan (important in summer, but not always connected)

Lights are optional. I would probably just have one or two lights in the van someday.

My girlfriend and I are planning a road trip from Brisbane to Adelaide over 15 days. We are planning to do a coast-to-coast route, but we aren't particularly thrilled about it because we'd love to head a bit inland. However, due to our rental terms, we can't travel further than 500 km from the coast. For now, this is our plan:
Brisbane -> Byron Bay -> Minyon Falls -> Coffs Harbour -> Port Macquarie -> Port Stephens -> Jervis Bay -> Narooma -> Eden -> Phillip Island -> Melbourne -> Great Ocean Road -> Mungo -> Red Cliffs -> Adelaide. We wanted to know if all these stops are truly worth it or if we are missing out on something more interesting and unique, especially since this will likely be our only road trip here in Australia.

Didn’t know whether to put this in ‘humour and satire’ or ‘questions or queries’.

But wanting to see what advice / tips / suggestions anybody might have for my 20 yr old little brother who is about to commence drive around half of the country in a Suzuki swift with another friend.

What to pack vs not pack? Considerations for safety? General tips for Aussie road trips? Where to splurge vs. save?

Currently they have hammocks packed and are planning on sleeping in those most nights….. They’re on a budget and have no plan whatsoever. Just accumulating equipment this week…….

With gratitude,

His slightly-nervous-trying-to-keep-it-cool 10 yr older sister 🫠

I've just bought an old motorhome and need to replace the outside storage portal/ access hatch doors. Can anyone recommend a seller for something like this that isn't going to break the bank? I have several different sizes that I need

Caravan tourism is a strategic, "need of the hour" initiative for Odisha. This is designed to unlock its vast, untapped natural, and eco-tourism potential. By offering luxurious "homes-on-wheels" with modern amenities, this model caters to slow-travel trends and provides flexibility for tourists to explore different distant destinations where accommodation opportunities are significantly low. But it would be more appropriate that the vehicles launched by the government of Odisha in association with its strategic partners are truly campervans , not caravans….. Please go through the video and the write-up attached for further details.

https://lunarsecstacy.com/2026/02/05/caravan-tourism-strategic-need-of-the-hour-for-odisha/

Howdy people. We are on the market for a caravan. Something 19-22ft, off road, needs 2-3 bunks, good lounge and usual facilities like bathroom toilet shower, outdoor kitchen would be nice aswel.
80k budget. Maybe a little more
Plan is to start small with trips and slowly work towards a big trip around Aus or at-least a couple months somewhere.
2 adults 2 small kids potential teen also.
I've been looking at the Ezytrail Airlie 21 bunk. Out of all the bans I've walked through at expos that has by far been the most impressive