Step 1: Choose the Right Type of RV

The first step is deciding which RV style suits your travel needs and comfort level. Here’s a quick overview of the most popular RV types we sell:

🏕 Travel Trailers
Lightweight, affordable, and towable by many SUVs or trucks. Available in family bunkhouse or couples’ floorplans.

🔥 Fifth Wheels
Spacious and stable towable RVs with residential layouts — ideal for extended travel or seasonal use.

🚐 Motorhomes (Class A, B, and C)
Driveable RVs that combine transportation and living space — perfect for road trips and quick getaways.

🎯 Destination Trailers
Residential-style park models designed for long-term stays or seasonal camping.

🛠 Toy Haulers & Specialty RVs
Equipped with garages for ATVs, motorcycles, and gear — ideal for adventure seekers.

Step 2: Consider How You’ll Use Your RV

Your camping style determines the features you’ll want.

Weekend Campers:
Look for lightweight, easy-to-tow models with simple layouts and essential amenities.

Family Campers:
Choose bunkhouse floorplans, larger kitchens, and plenty of storage space.

Seasonal Campers:
Opt for destination or fifth wheel RVs with full-size appliances, larger bathrooms, and residential comfort.

Adventure Travelers:
Consider off-grid, solar-ready, or toy hauler options for flexible, rugged travel.

Think about how many people will travel with you, where you’ll camp, and how often you plan to go — these answers will narrow your choices quickly.

Step 3: Set a Budget & Explore Financing Options

At Ottawa Camping Trailers, we make RV ownership easy with affordable financing options for all credit types.

Financing Advantages:

• Flexible payment terms

• Low interest rates (on approved credit)

• Pre-approval options to help set your budget

• Trade-in value applied directly toward your purchase

Use our online credit application to get pre-approved and see how much RV you can afford before you shop.

Step 4: Trade-In or Sell Your Current RV

Upgrading? Trade in your current unit toward your next RV.
We offer free trade-in appraisals and can even help you consign your RV if you’d rather sell it outright.

Trade-In Benefits:

• Instant credit toward your new RV purchase

• Simplified paperwork

• Fast, secure transaction

Step 5: Shop with Confidence

Once you know your ideal RV type and budget, it’s time to browse our inventory. Every RV on our lot comes with:

• Transparent pricing

• Full inspection by certified technicians

• Available extended warranty coverage

• Expert walkthrough at delivery

We’ll help you compare models, explain features, and make sure your RV is ready for every adventure ahead.

Step 6: Prepare for Your First Adventure

After your purchase, our RV Parts and Service Department can help you get set up for success with accessories, upgrades, and maintenance tips.

Popular Add-Ons:

• Weight distribution hitches

• Solar power systems

• Backup cameras and leveling kits

• Awning upgrades and camping gear

Why Buy from Ottawa Camping Trailers

For over 50 years, Ottawa Camping Trailers has been Eastern Ontario’s most trusted RV dealer — helping families, couples, and adventurers find the perfect unit at the best price.

Why Shoppers Choose Us:

• Huge selection of new and used RVs

• Friendly, experienced staff

• Flexible financing and trade-in options

• Certified service and parts department

• Serving Ottawa, Orleans, Kanata, Gatineau, and Eastern Ontario

Visit Ottawa Camping Trailers

Ready to start your RV journey? Visit Ottawa Camping Trailers and explore our full lineup of travel trailers, fifth wheels, and motorhomes — with expert staff ready to guide you every step of the way.