Meet Pearl, a 2021 Ram ProMaster 2500 hightop, is a Drive 4/Sleep 4 Camper Van professionally built in Colorado. Whether you’re heading to the rugged peaks of the Smoky Mounatains or off to see the picturesque waterfalls in Cookeville, for a weekend of magic, Vanlife is the way to go!
This adventure machine fuses the wild & beautiful outdoors & cozy creature comforts with its interior wrapped in local pine and windows all around. You’ll keep extra warm with Pearls’ Webasto heating system and cool with two MaxxAir Deluxe ceiling fans.
The kitchenette offers custom cabinetry work, mini-fridge, sink/faucet, induction cooktop (plug-in), and an electric teapot for easy meal prep on the go.
Perfect for a family of 4, romantic adventure getaway for 2 or a fill-your-soul girls trip! The full-size bed and the 2 extra seats can be removed for extra storage if you’re a party of 2 and would like the extra space for gear.
Features + Specs:
* Bed 1: RV king, memory foam, 76”L X 70”W
* Bed 2: full, boho floor mattress, 80”L X 54”W
* Heater: Webasto Air Top EVO 40 (12V) gas cabin heater
* Airflow: 2 MaxxAir MaxxFan deluxe ventilation system
* Refrigerator: Isotherm Cruise 85 DC with small ice box
* Water system: refillable 7 gallon fresh water tank and 7 gallon grey water tank connected to electric pump
* Outdoor shower: kitchenette faucet converts into shower by swiveling through slide window, not heated*
* Power: 1 Lithium battery - powers all of the electrical components in van “house” charged by solar panel and the alternator when the van is running
* Inverter: Regony 2000W 4 outlets
* Charge & connect: 4 usb ports
Trip Recommendations:
*Cookeville: If you're a waterfall enthusiast, this is the place for you! A close drive from Nashville, paddle at the base of Burgess Falls, hike the river trail and take a dip in the swimming hole. From there, head to Rock Island State Park (a close 40 min drive) to rock hop through the gorge.
*Great Smoky Mountains: Enter from either Gatlinburg area or Townsend. Plenty of hiking on both sides. Consider renting bikes to cycle the 11-mile scenic Cades Cove Loop; and river tubing in the summer months. Stay at Elkmont or Cades Cove Campground / Little Arrow Resort
*Chattanooga: visit Rock City for must see views; Ruby Falls where you can zipline the falls and stay overnight in a treehouse. Plenty to see, hike and explore.
* Red River Gorge: If you are more into backpacking, this is the place for you. Surrounded by nature, with plenty of places to day hike, canoe, kayak, zipline and rock climb; you'll see natural sandstone arches, cliffs, rivers and rugged wilderness spots. Top off your trip with a boat or kayak tour through the dark underground mines.
Plenty of dispersed camping or book ahead at Natural Bridge Campground or the State Resort Park.
* Mammoth Cave: Experience the longest cave system in the world.
Explore on the underground boat tours, plenty of walking trails and gem mining.
APP Recs:
* Recreation dot gov: your access to all national parks monuments and campsites
* iOverlander: find camping, hotels, water, propane, fuel refill locations, mechanics…
* Alltrails: If you’re going to hike you’ll be thankful for this one. You can download your route before you set foot!
