
The Scout Kenai Pop-Up is a soft-side pop-up truck camper from Scout Campers weighing 1,336 lbs with a base price around $34,990. It includes a built-in kitchen in a compact, lightweight package. Fits short and long bed trucks.
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half-ton truck owners who need to watch payload, Overlanders who want low-profile driving and full camp height, Campers who want a built-in kitchen without heavy camper weight, 3-season camping and occasional shoulder-season use, Truck owners who want to park in standard garages when the top is down.
At 1,336 lbs, it keeps payload impact manageable. The pop-up design gives you full standing height when camped but stays low for driving and parking. 200W solar keeps batteries charged off-grid. Built by Scout Campers in Yakima, WA.
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The Scout Kenai Pop-Up has a dry weight of 1,336 lbs. You'll need at least a half-ton truck and it fits both short-bed and long-bed configurations. Always check your truck's payload rating on the driver's door sticker — manufacturer payload ratings vary significantly by trim and options.
The Scout Kenai Pop-Up has a base MSRP of $34,990. Contact Scout Campers directly for current pricing and lead times. Used models may be available at lower prices depending on condition and year.
Setup takes a few minutes — you need to raise the roof and secure the canvas sides. With practice, most owners get faster. The low travel profile is the tradeoff — much better fuel economy and garage clearance while driving.
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The Scout Kenai Pop-Up is the largest Scout pop-up camper, designed for heavy half-ton to 1-ton trucks. Features mud room, wardrobe, designated bathroom area, panoramic soft wall windows, dual 100W solar panels, 132Ah lithium battery, Fantastic Fan, and Unbound Power Tower. Sleeps 4.
Canvas sides mean less insulation and sound isolation compared to hard-side campers. Setup/teardown adds time compared to always-ready hardside campers. No built-in bathroom — you'll need a portable toilet or use campground facilities. Canvas requires maintenance and can wear over time, especially in harsh UV or sustained wet conditions.
The Scout Kenai Pop-Up weighs 1,336 lbs dry. This is a moderate weight that most properly-rated trucks can handle, though you should check your specific truck's payload capacity.
The Scout Kenai Pop-Up features aluminum frame and fiberglass shell construction. Scout Campers is a domestic manufacturer based in Yakima, WA.
The Scout Kenai Pop-Up comes with a compact kitchen setup. The kitchen provides basic cooking capability for camp meals.
The Scout Kenai Pop-Up's electrical system includes 200W of solar with lithium batteries for efficient off-grid capability. This is a solid setup for extended boondocking and off-grid camping.
As a pop-up, the Scout Kenai Pop-Up requires raising the roof before camping. The tradeoff is a much lower travel profile for better fuel economy, less wind resistance, and garage parking.
The Scout Kenai Pop-Up carries 4.9 gallons of fresh water. This is a compact system best suited for short trips or campgrounds with water hookups.
The Scout Kenai Pop-Up starts at $34,990. This is a premium price point — you're paying for quality construction, features, and a proven brand.
The Scout Kenai Pop-Up comes with cooking capability, sink. The kitchen is compact but functional for basic camp cooking.
The Scout Kenai Pop-Up comes with 200W of solar and lithium batteries, plus 4.9 gallons of fresh water. You can comfortably boondock for a few days. For extended off-grid stays, some owners add more solar or battery capacity.