Skip to content
Get my FREE Van Life Guide!
Search
  • About
  • Contact
  • Podcast
Van Life Starter Kit
The Wayward Home logo.
  • Van LifeExpand
    • Ford Transits
    • Mercedes Sprinters
    • Dodge Promasters
    • Cargo Vans
    • Car Campers
    • Minivan Campers
    • SUV Campers
    • Skoolies
    • My Sprinter Van Build
    • Shop My Van
    • Camping Tips
    • Camping Meals
    • Europe Van Life
  • RVs
  • Tiny Homes
  • Boats
  • Making Money
  • AboutExpand
    • Partner with The Wayward Home
    • Guest Posts
    • Contact
The Wayward Home logo.
  • Van Life
    • Ford Transits
    • Mercedes Sprinters
    • Dodge Promasters
    • Cargo Vans
    • Car Campers
    • Minivan Campers
    • SUV Campers
    • Skoolies
    • My Sprinter Van Build
    • Shop My Van
    • Camping Tips
    • Camping Meals
    • Europe Van Life
  • RVs
  • Tiny Homes
  • Boats
  • Making Money
  • About
    • Partner with The Wayward Home
    • Guest Posts
    • Contact
Search
Search

Home » Car Campers

Car Campers

Many people start out by simply turning a car into a camper, like we did with our Toyota Prius. Here are our best car camper ideas.

interior of a minivan camper

17 Creative Car Camper Ideas That Will Make You Want to Convert Your Vehicle Right Now

We started out vehicle living in a Toyota Prius, and find car camping to be discreet and easy. If you want to turn your car into a camper, here are some of our best ideas.

trunk bed platform in the back of a car

How to Live Out of Your Car: 16 of Our Best Tips

Want to start living in a car? Here are 16 tried and true tips and tricks, from how to cook to where to use the loo.

mini cooper camper

Mini Cooper Camper: 13 Ways to Take Your Mini Camping

Did you know you could turn a mini cooper into a camper? It might seem unbelievable, but see how these intrepid campers did it.

hatchback car tent on a car parked outdoors

The Best Hatchback Tents for a Car to Expand Your Space

Usually, camping involves going out into the woods, pitching a tent, and sleeping in a sleeping bag. However, many modern campers are forgoing the idea…

kristin standing in front of a chevy astro, one of the best cars to live in

So, You Want to Live in a Car? Here are Our Top Picks!

I’ve lived in a Toyota Prius, a Chevy Astro and now a Sprinter van. Living in your car can save tons of money and get you ahead financially. Here’s how to get started.

luno air mattress

The 6 Best Car Mattresses for Comfortable Car Camping Adventures

A comfortable bed when you’re camping makes all the difference. Here are some beds you can put in an car camper, SUV, or van!

prius parked in the mountain area

Turn Your Prius into a Camper with These Amazing Prius Camping Ideas

Could YOU live out of a Toyota Prius? We did for many months back in 2015. Here are our top tips for turning a Prius into a camper.

Subaru Forester camper with rooftop tent

Subaru Forester Camper: 8 Inspiring Builds

Feature image via Outdoorsy The Subaru Forester is an excellent vehicle to convert into a camper. This SUV is reliable and has great cargo volume,…

Contra Minivan Camper Monument Valley

12 Car Camper Conversion Ideas to Sleep in Any Car

If you’re craving outdoor adventure but don’t want to spend the coin in on a campervan, you can easily turn your car into a camper….

David sitting in his Prius passenger seat, which he's been living in for 6 years

This man lives on $800 per month in a Prius

I hope I never live in a building again. My tiny Prius home is filled with luxury, ease and all the space I need. The…

FREE Van Life Guide!

Grab my FREE 19-Page Van Life Starter Kit!

download the kit
The Wayward Home logo.

Browse Topics

Van Life
RV Living
Tiny Home
Boat Life
Make Money
Podcast

©2025, The Wayward Home, LLC.
  • Privacy Policy & Disclosure
  • Disclaimer
  • Contact
Back To Top
Design by Pixel Me Designs

We participate in the Amazon Services, LLC Associates program. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

×

FREE Van life starter kit!

Start making van life a reality with my FREE Van Life Starter Kit!