Welcome to the Homemade Camper blog! Our DIY camper build blog follows the construction of our homemade square-drop camper from the trailer to the finishing touches. Follow our DIY square-drop camper build from the Harbor Freight 5×10 trailer to the finished camper. Explore step-by-step construction articles, tools and materials, camping adventures, campground tours, and practical resources for building your own camper.
We share our projects and outdoor adventures through detailed articles and videos on our Adventures in the South YouTube channel. Browse the topics below to find your next project or adventure.
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DIY Camper Build Blog: Follow Our Series
Follow our homemade square-drop camper build from the beginning! We document each stage of construction, from assembling the Harbor Freight 5×10 trailer and building the floor to framing, insulation, electrical work, and finishing. Explore all 12 build episodes and see how our camper came together. Our DIY camper build blog also shares the videos and lessons learned along the way
Ready to start from the beginning? Visit our DIY Camper Build Series to browse the construction articles and follow each stage of the project.
Tour Our Homemade Camper
See our homemade square-drop camper inside and out! In this video, we take you on a tour of our DIY camper and share our first camping trip to Little Pee Dee State Park in South Carolina. See the results of our build and get ideas for your own camper project.
Watch All 12 Camper Build Episodes
Want to see how we built our homemade camper from the ground up? Watch every episode in our complete DIY camper build playlist, from assembling the trailer to the finishing touches.
Camping Adventures & Campground Tours
Our adventures continue beyond the camper build! Follow our camping trips, campground tours, fishing outings, and outdoor experiences across the southeastern United States. Discover new places to explore and get inspiration for your next camping trip.
DIY Camper Tools, Materials & Gear
Discover the tools, building materials, electrical components, and camping equipment we use in our homemade camper project. We also share product reviews and practical recommendations to help you choose the right gear for your own DIY camper build and outdoor adventures.
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Enjoy our homemade camper build and outdoor adventures? Subscribe to Adventures in the South on YouTube to follow new build episodes, camping trips, campground tours, fishing adventures, and gear reviews. Join us as we continue building, exploring, and enjoying the outdoors!