{"id":349300,"date":"2025-10-30T08:49:29","date_gmt":"2025-10-30T14:49:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.interactcp.com\/blog\/bishscom\/?p=349300"},"modified":"2026-03-05T12:08:19","modified_gmt":"2026-03-05T19:08:19","slug":"2026-wildwood-salem-fsx-le-174dble-bunkhouse-simple-smart-and-surprisingly-spacious","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/2026-wildwood-salem-fsx-le-174dble-bunkhouse-simple-smart-and-surprisingly-spacious\/","title":{"rendered":"Wildwood FSX LE 174DBLE: Simple, Smart Bunkhouse"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"989\" height=\"515\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-122047.png\" alt=\"Forest River Wildwood FSX travel trailer exterior showcasing compact lightweight design with aerodynamic front, single axle, and retro-inspired white and gray exterior finish.\" class=\"wp-image-349304\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-122047.png 989w, https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-122047-300x156.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-122047-768x400.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 989px) 100vw, 989px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Compact, lightweight, and built for budget-friendly family adventures! The 2026 Wildwood\/Salem 174DBLE proves that &#8220;entry-level&#8221; doesn&#8217;t have to mean &#8220;bare-bones!&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-center has-large-font-size\" id=\"table-of-contents\">Table of Contents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:23px\"><a href=\"#overview\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#overview\">Overview<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:23px\"><a href=\"#living\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#living\">Living &amp; Dining<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:23px\"><a href=\"#kitchen\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#kitchen\">Kitchen &amp; Storage<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:23px\"><a href=\"#bunkhouse\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#bunkhouse\">Bunkhouse &amp; Bath<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:23px\"><a href=\"#exterior\">Exterior &amp; Construction<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:23px\"><a href=\"#who\">Who This RV Is For<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"entry-content-asset\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Basic Budget Beater for Bigger Families! 2026 Wildwood\/Salem 174DBLE Bunkhouse Travel Trailer\" width=\"940\" height=\"529\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/gGl_63mCs8o?feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1&#038;origin=https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-center has-large-font-size\" id=\"overview\">Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">For camping families who want something easy to tow and easier to own, the <strong>2026 Wildwood\/Salem 174DBLE FSX LE<\/strong> delivers just the essentials \u2014 no fluff, no frills, and no sticker shock.<br><br>This single-axle trailer keeps things lightweight (under 4,000 lb GVWR) while offering a <strong>rare double-over-double bunk setup<\/strong> in a camper under 22 ft long. <br><br>At 7.5 ft wide, it\u2019s just big enough to include a usable bathroom, full kitchen, and flexible seating without overloading smaller SUVs and half-ton pickups.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-center has-large-font-size\" id=\"living\">Living &amp; Dining: Small Space, Smart Layout<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Instead of a standard booth dinette, the 174DBLE opts for a <strong>hybrid lounge-bench-table<\/strong> setup that lets families eat, play games, or remove the table completely for open floor space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-id=\"349305\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-122852-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Forest River Wildwood FSX compact RV kitchen with Everchill 12V refrigerator, two-burner cooktop, stainless sink, and modern wood cabinetry for efficient small-space cooking.\" class=\"wp-image-349305\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-122852-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-122852-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-122852-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-122852.png 1338w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"634\" data-id=\"349306\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-123142-1024x634.png\" alt=\"Forest River Wildwood FSX travel trailer interior dinette with brown tufted seating, white marble-look table, and convertible bed storage design for compact dining space.\" class=\"wp-image-349306\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-123142-1024x634.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-123142-300x186.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-123142-768x475.png 768w, https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-123142.png 1231w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">A compact <strong>12 V refrigerator<\/strong> replaces the typical 110 V unit, keeping energy use simple and off-grid-friendly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"546\" data-id=\"349307\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-123226-1024x546.png\" alt=\"Overhead wood-grain storage cabinets inside the Forest River Wildwood FSX travel trailer, providing modern, lightweight storage above the kitchen window.\" class=\"wp-image-349307\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-123226-1024x546.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-123226-300x160.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-123226-768x409.png 768w, https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-123226.png 1366w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"686\" data-id=\"349308\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-124349-1024x686.png\" alt=\"Forest River Wildwood FSX RV interior showing upper storage cabinets, large window with white curtains, and dinette area beside the convertible Murphy bed setup.\n\" class=\"wp-image-349308\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-124349-1024x686.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-124349-300x201.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-124349-768x515.png 768w, https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-124349.png 1034w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Stick-and-tin construction also means owners can mount hooks or shelves into real wall studs, making small-space storage easy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-center has-large-font-size\" id=\"kitchen\">Kitchen &amp; Storage: Functional Basics That Work<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"584\" data-id=\"349309\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-123016-1024x584.png\" alt=\"Forest River Wildwood FSX RV kitchen interior featuring marble-look countertop, single-basin sink with black faucet, two-burner cooktop, and modern overhead storage cabinets.\" class=\"wp-image-349309\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-123016-1024x584.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-123016-300x171.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-123016-768x438.png 768w, https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-123016.png 1336w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"735\" data-id=\"349310\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-123039-1024x735.png\" alt=\"Forest River Wildwood FSX RV kitchen lower cabinetry with Everchill 12V refrigerator, wood panel drawers, and modern light flooring for a clean, compact layout.\" class=\"wp-image-349310\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-123039-1024x735.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-123039-300x215.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-123039-768x552.png 768w, https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-123039.png 1061w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:23px\"><strong>The galley includes:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">North\u2013south two-burner cooktop<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Single-basin sink with cabinet storage<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">3.3 cu ft 12 V fridge with mini freezer<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Overhead cabinets with LED lighting<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"585\" data-id=\"349311\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-123249-1024x585.png\" alt=\"Under-sink cabinet in the Forest River Wildwood FSX revealing plumbing lines, water pump, and PEX tubing beneath the RV\u2019s kitchen counter.\" class=\"wp-image-349311\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-123249-1024x585.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-123249-300x171.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-123249-768x439.png 768w, https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-123249.png 1336w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"666\" data-id=\"349312\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-123305-1024x666.png\" alt=\"Under-sink storage area in the Forest River Wildwood FSX showing accessible plumbing, water pump, and PEX lines beneath the kitchen countertop.\" class=\"wp-image-349312\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-123305-1024x666.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-123305-300x195.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-123305-768x499.png 768w, https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-123305.png 1172w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">There\u2019s <strong>surprisingly good countertop space<\/strong> thanks to the smaller fridge footprint, and power outlets are placed where you actually need them. Under-sink plumbing uses flexible lines \u2014 not fancy, but serviceable and easy to reach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-center has-large-font-size\" id=\"sleeping-area-bed-setup\">Sleeping Area &amp; Bed Setup<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Up front, the 174DBLE features a <strong>camp-queen bed<\/strong> that sits slightly recessed below the side table. It\u2019s not a true residential 60\u00d780 queen, but it still provides comfortable sleeping for two adults.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-122914-1024x632.png\" alt=\"Forest River Wildwood FSX RV bedroom with corner cabinetry, nightstand, side window, and cozy full-size bed topped with a throw blanket and book.\" class=\"wp-image-349320\" width=\"696\" height=\"430\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-122914-1024x632.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-122914-300x185.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-122914-768x474.png 768w, https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-122914.png 1226w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">There\u2019s no full pass-through compartment beneath the bed, though <strong>exterior storage<\/strong> is available under the headboard area on the driver\u2019s side. This design keeps the structure lighter while still giving space for essentials like leveling blocks, chairs, or hoses.<br><br>For those who like a touch of convenience, nearby <strong>TV hookups<\/strong> and power outlets** make it easy to mount a small screen or charge devices without cluttering the space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-center has-large-font-size\" id=\"bunkhouse\">Bunkhouse &amp; Bath: Double Bunks Under $20K<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">The corner <strong>double-over-double bunks<\/strong> are the headline feature here. Most budget trailers still use single bunks; this one doubles the sleeping space without adding size or weight. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-123115-1024x599.png\" alt=\"Forest River Wildwood FSX RV interior showing double-over-double rear bunks with windows and privacy curtains for family sleeping space.\" class=\"wp-image-349313\" width=\"512\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-123115-1024x599.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-123115-300x176.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-123115-768x450.png 768w, https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-123115.png 1276w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-123126-1024x650.png\" alt=\"Forest River Wildwood FSX RV bunk area with lift-up lower bunk for expanded storage or gear space beneath the sleeping area.\" class=\"wp-image-349314 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-123126-1024x650.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-123126-300x190.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-123126-768x487.png 768w, https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-123126.png 1201w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">The lower bunk flips up on a gas strut for <strong>rear cargo storage<\/strong>, perfect for coolers, bikes, or an EZ-Up tent<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-69f2620c851c5 wp-block-buttons\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button aligncenter\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/product\/new-2025-forest-river-rv-salem-fsx-174dble-3309915-29\" style=\"border-radius:5px;background-color:#005568\"><strong>Shop the Wildwood\/ Salem 174DBLE  Bunkhouse Travel Trailer<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">In the bath, a simple shower and foot-flush toilet do the job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-123426-1024x602.png\" alt=\"Forest River Wildwood FSX RV bathroom featuring a compact shower-tub combo, toilet, and efficient space design for small travel trailers.\" class=\"wp-image-349316\" width=\"678\" height=\"399\" 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combo, black faucet, patterned curtain, and compact layout for lightweight trailers.\" class=\"wp-image-349315 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-123406-1024x646.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-123406-300x189.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-123406-768x485.png 768w, https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-123406.png 1195w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">There\u2019s no full surround paneling, so owners should towel-dry the walls and use the <strong>vent fan<\/strong> after each shower \u2014 a small step that keeps the camper fresh for years.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-center has-large-font-size\" id=\"exterior\">Exterior &amp; Construction: Lightweight and Durable<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-123504-1024x566.png\" alt=\"Forest River Wildwood FSX 21-foot travel trailer with aluminum siding, single axle, front propane setup, and weight and tank capacity specs displayed.\" class=\"wp-image-349318\" width=\"768\" height=\"425\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-123504-1024x566.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-123504-300x166.png 300w, 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stability)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Spare tire and propane system standard<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Minimalist awning (covers door and window only)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Optional 10\u00d710 screen tent recommended for shade<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"567\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-143400-1024x567.png\" alt=\"Forest River Wildwood FSX lightweight travel trailer with single axle, rear spare tire, entry steps, and extended awning for outdoor shade.\" class=\"wp-image-349319\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-143400-1024x567.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-143400-300x166.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-143400-768x425.png 768w, https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2025-10-29-143400.png 1194w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-center has-large-font-size\" id=\"who\">Who This RV Is For<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:23px\"><strong>The Wildwood\/Salem FSX LE 174DBLE is made for:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\">First-time buyers testing RV life<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\">Families who camp a few weekends a year<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\">Tow-vehicle-limited drivers needing under-4K lb GVWR<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">If you are looking for a travel trailer that transform camping to glamping the 174DBLE Bunkhouse is an option you will want to consider! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile is-vertically-aligned-top\" style=\"grid-template-columns:15% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"545\" height=\"641\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bishs.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/504\/2024\/09\/brooke_erickson.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-342962 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