RV Roundup: 9 Great RVs for Tailgating

Host a party on wheels with a motorized or towable model equipped with fan-friendly features to enjoy the game on-site.

^{By Bruce W. Smith
September-October 2025}

One of the interesting cultural aspects of RVing in the U.S., and, to a certain extent, Canada, is tailgating. Football stadium parking lots and similar sports venues fill with sports fans gathered around travel trailers, motorhomes, and smaller vehicles. These vehicles serve as the hub of a full-on party atmosphere where food, drink, and camaraderie prevail as fans support their favorite team.

While cars, SUVs, and pickups can provide the basic elements for parking-lot tailgating parties, RVs really shine in this element. They offer ample space to mingle, stretch, and relax and also furnish luxuries such as entertainment centers to watch the game, a fully equipped kitchen, and one or more bathrooms so tailgaters don’t have to wait in line to use the community facilities.

The best RVs for tailgating also have the added luxury of a well-equipped exterior kitchen that often includes a built-in grill and fridge, plus a large flat-screen TV with a robust sound system to enhance the outdoor aspect of the tailgating experience.

Whether towed or motorized, great RVs for tailgating also provide abundant exterior storage for necessities such as barbecue grills, coolers, folding chairs, tents, and even portable picnic tables. If they have a built-in generator for dry camping, so much the better. A genset supplies power to the TVs so no pregame or postgame coverage is missed. Onboard generators also provide the juice for charging everyone’s cellphones, laptops, and tablets.

An RV’s air-conditioning and heating systems create a comfortable environment inside to allow participants to escape Mother Nature’s extremes when it’s hot and humid or cold and wet, while power awnings give a respite from sun when needed.

With all that in mind, we’ve highlighted some of the newest towable and motorized RVs we think will work really well as party central for any tailgating event — and, of course, make travel quite comfortable any time of the year.

 

Thor Motor Coach Outlaw 29J

^{MSRP: $176,260}

Thor’s 2026 31-foot Outlaw 29J Class C, built on the popular Ford E-series chassis, is an excellent motorhome option for tailgating. It’s a toy hauler with a garage and a 6-foot-by-7-foot loading platform that converts into a nice patio deck complete with a power awning and railings. Those sitting outside this well-furnished coach can kick back under the awning, equipped with integrated LED lighting, and catch the action on the 32-inch smart TV, which is connected to a Bluetooth soundbar. When it’s time to call it a night, the queen-size bed inside the 8-foot-by-8-foot garage can be lowered via a power lift; additional sleeping space is available in the cab-over bunk.

This Class C has what you need to bring the fun wherever you go, including spacious, lighted exterior storage compartments and secure garage tie-down rings for gear and toys.

 

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Forest River Sunseeker 2860DS

^{MSRP: $149,995}

The 30-foot-9-inch Sunseeker 2860DS Class C motorhome provides

plenty of room to stash tail- gating gear. Stow coolers, chairs, and team flags in the spacious exterior storage compartments and in the 60-inch-by-80-inch cab-over area of this Ford-based gas-powered coach, with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 14,500 pounds.

This comfy motorhome features a queen-size bed, a split bathroom, and a tailgater’s dream kitchen. While drinks and food chill in the 12-volt refrigerator, game-day favorites can be cooked on the three-burner range and in the convection- microwave oven. The pantry offers ample space for snacks and supplies, and the flip-up counter extension provides extra surface area for prepping and serving. Outside, tailgaters can sit and enjoy watching the game on TV, conveniently located next to the outdoor kitchen, which comes complete with a cooktop for grilling your favorite game-day foods.

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Coachmen Brookstone 318RLL

^{MSRP: $120,000}

Innovation attracts attention. So it is with the new Brookstone 318RLL fifth wheel, which features an industry-first covered patio deck outfitted with marine-grade equipment typically found on large pontoon boats. Located off the rear living room/kitchen, the patio incorporates an L-shaped sofa, ceiling-mounted stereo speakers and fan, a swivel drink table, TV jacks, and a fridge.

The 42-foot-3-inch, triple-slideout fiver with a 14,500-pound GVWR is a premium-level model featuring a king bedroom, upscale furnishings and appliances, two high-capacity A/Cs with heat pumps (a third is optional), and generous-size electrical and water systems.

“New ideas. New concepts. That’s what it takes to attract younger RVers and grow the industry,” noted Greg Lebold, Coachmen RV’s general manager, a millennial himself. Lebold said the idea of merging a pontoon-boat-style patio into the 318RLL came when his wife, Kendra Lebold, director of sales for Lippert Marine, was showing him some new furniture ideas. Greg said, “What better way to tailgate than sitting on a three-season covered patio that doesn’t require any setup, and the furnishings are marine-grade. You park, drop the auto-leveling jacks, open the sliding glass doors, step out onto the patio, and enjoy the party. No time wasted.”

coachmenrv.com

 

Forest River Cherokee Wolf Pack 350Pack15

^{MSRP: $88,869}

The 45-foot Cherokee Wolf Pack 350Pack15 is a toy hauler, and more. The 8-foot-by-8-foot loading ramp doubles as an elevated patio deck with a gated fence that surrounds the perimeter. In the event of rain, everyone can walk into the 15-foot garage, where an electric fireplace keeps tailgaters warm and dry, and the big patio-style sliding glass doors provide a great view. The garage, which doubles as a bedroom, also has a refrigerator to keep beverages cold, a TV to watch the games, and plenty of space for tables and chairs.

Inside, this versatile, 16,960-pound-GVWR multiuse fifth wheel features a nicely furnished kitchen and living area with hidden pantry storage behind the entertainment center, cozy theater seating, and a dinette that converts into a bed. The primary bedroom up front boasts a king-size bed and bathroom.

forestriverinc.com

 

 

Jayco Seismic 399

^{MSRP: $121,868}

Boasting brand-new features for 2026, the Jayco Seismic line of luxury fifth-wheel toy haulers is built for fans who take tailgating seriously. The triple-axle, 46-foot 399 floor plan is the showstopper, complete with a big garage and a ramp/patio with rails. This tailgate area boasts an exterior TV, a half-bath, and a premium MB Quart sound system. Triple power awnings with LED lighting provide plenty of shade. The garage is a multiuse flex space, providing extra seating and room for sleeping or hosting.

Inside, the spacious Seismic fiver blends luxury and functionality. Its large kitchen is equipped with stylish countertops and residential appliances, and the spacious living area exudes a comfortable, homelike feel even in the middle of a stadium parking lot.

Jayco’s Overlander 2 solar package is standard on this unit, offering off-grid capabilities for all-day tailgates. The quiet Helix cooling system, designed to ensure climate control, also comes standard. And a Jayco-exclusive NuvoH2O water filtration system provides clean water wherever the game is being played.

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Forest River Salem Hemisphere/Wildwood Heritage Glen 38Veranda

^{MSRP: $113,719}

The 38Veranda fifth wheel is a great couples unit or tailgate model. It features a rear deck with an oversized mini fridge, a plumbed sink, and an extra-large griddle, all covered by a roof. The deck is also set up with JBL speakers in the ceiling and a TV hookup. Need more patio space? The side of the deck expands almost three feet to provide additional elbow room.

The 38Veranda’s interior is bright and nicely furnished, and it features square panoramic windows with built-in thermal-foil-backed shades. Tailgaters can relax on the L-shaped sectional and watch the game on the 65-inch TV, while the kitchen crew makes use of the four-burner cooktop, the “turkey tested” oven, and the residential-size freezer/fridge and microwave. The amenities and floor plan make this 43-foot fifth wheel a very comfortable king-sized RV for tailgating.

forestriverinc.com

 

Northwood Arctic Fox Edge 26MK

^{MSRP: $95,783}

All-new from the ground up, the 30-foot- 7-inch Arctic Fox Edge 26MK travel trailer embraces both rugged, cutting-edge technology and contemporary styling. This new member of the Arctic Fox family is designed to go completely off-grid while serving as the central hub for group gatherings and tailgating. This model easily sleeps four, and its 12,800-pound GVWR makes it just light enough to be towed by properly equipped full-size pickups and some SUVs.

Standard features include a SolX 10 solar package with 1,000 watts of onboard solar; a MORryde CRE3000 suspension; 100 gallons of fresh water; and a microwave oven with a built-in air fryer. This unit also comes with a well-equipped outdoor entertainment compartment that includes a 40-inch TV mounted above a portable, dual-zone EcoFlow Glacier refrigerator with an integrated ice maker and plug-in lithium battery.

northwoodmfg.com

 

Dynamax Isata 6

^{MSRP: $298,299}

The new 2026 Dynamax Isata 6 Class C with the Xplorer Package stands out for enthusiasts seeking a blend of rugged off-road capability and practical tailgating amenities. This 34-foot, four-wheel-drive motorhome comes in two floor plans (30FW and 31KS) and is built on the Ford F-600 XLT chassis. Its motive force is a Ford Power Stroke 6.7-liter V-8 turbo-diesel engine. The 22,000-pound-GVWR powerhouse comes with a 15,000-pound-rated tow hitch. Its DynaRide+ suspension system incorporates a heavy-duty rear sway bar that makes even long road trips to “away games” comfortable.

Tailgating is all about enjoying the outdoors, and this RV’s setup supplies ample shade plus a 32-inch TV and a strong sound system to allow everyone seated under the 16-foot awning to catch the game or enjoy music. Inside, a large dinette and power theater seats provide ample room for viewing the 40-inch smart TV. A propane range (30FW) or a two-burner induction cooktop (31KS), a 15-cubic-foot 12-volt refrigerator, and lots of counter space help feed the masses.

dynamaxcorp.com

 

Forest River Sabre 33RLP

^{MSRP: $111,351}

Why is Sabre’s 40-foot 33RLP fifth wheel great for tailgating? Its Lippert Bi-Fold Patio Sundeck off the rear living room, where family and friends can remain part of the energy while relaxing under a 12-foot awning. Sabre designers say this sundeck design is an RV industry first. This model also has propane connections and electrical outlets in the pass-through storage area if you want to hook up a propane-powered grill or an external TV.

Company reps also point out living area features, including the L-shaped sectional and the impressive entertainment center with a 70-inch TV and a 60-inch fireplace. The fully equipped kitchen boasts a residential-style range and oven, an air-fryer microwave, generous counter space with a flip-up extension, and a 12-volt refrigerator.

forestriverinc.com