Frequently Asked Questions
Can I tow a Catalina Destination trailer often, like a regular travel trailer?
Not really, and that is by design. The Catalina Destination Series consists of large destination trailers, typically 40 feet and longer, built to be placed once and lived in for an extended season. They are not made for frequent towing. Most owners move them only when they truly have to. If you want to relocate often, a lighter travel trailer is the better choice.
What kind of electrical service does it need?
A Catalina Destination requires 50-amp service. The residential appliances and overall living-space power draw assume that level of electrical supply, so make sure your site or pad is set up for it before delivery.
Do I need a special site to set one up?
You will need a long, level pad sized for a 40-foot-plus unit, along with full hookups for an extended stay. Because the trailer is meant to stay put, plan the placement carefully so it sits solid and level on a good base.
Can I live in a destination trailer full time?
Many owners use them for long seasonal stays, snowbirding, or as a base camp for months at a time, and the residential feel supports that comfort. Whether true year-round full-timing makes sense depends on your climate, your site, and local rules, so it is worth confirming the specifics for where you plan to place it.
Which floorplans offer two full bathrooms?
Select Catalina Destination floorplans include two full bathrooms, which is a real advantage when several people share the trailer over a long stay. Availability varies by floorplan, so ask which current layouts offer the dual-bath setup.
What are the differences between the floorplans?
The current lineup includes the 35FME, 39MKTS, 40BHTS, 40BHTS-2Q, 40BHTSDEN, 42CONDO, 43CONDO, and 44CONDO. BHTS layouts add a bunkhouse for families, the 40BHTSDEN pairs a bunkhouse with a separate den, and the CONDO layouts open into the most house-like, multi-room living.
Are the appliances real residential appliances?
Yes. The Catalina Destination Series uses residential GE appliances rather than scaled-down RV versions, along with details like ceiling fans, wood-plank-look flooring, and residential sliding-glass patio doors that give it a genuine vacation-home feel.
How is it built to handle staying in one place?
The trailers use a cambered structural-steel I-beam frame for a solid foundation and EZ-Lube axles that make routine axle maintenance straightforward. The build is geared toward extended placement and dependable seasonal use.
Who is the Catalina Destination best suited for?
It is ideal for buyers who already know where they want to be: families keeping a seasonal campground site, snowbirds wanting a warm-weather base, or anyone who wants the comfort of a vacation home without buying property. If you camp at one favorite spot rather than a new place every weekend, it is a great fit. Motor Sportsland carries the line and can help you find the right floorplan if you would like to inquire.