Our First Camping Trip in the Camper We Built Together

After months of designing, welding, fabricating, wiring, testing, and overcoming setback after setback, our father-and-son DIY overland camper is finally ready for its first real adventure! In this video, we take our very first camping trip in the tiny overland camper we built together and head to Oconee State Park in South Carolina for a weekend camping trip with our Cub Scout Pack. This trip wasn't just about camping—it was the moment we finally discovered whether all of the hard work, late nights, and problem-solving had paid off. Getting here wasn't easy. Just days before leaving, our camper suffered a major setback when a leaf spring failed during a test drive. We had to replace the axle, find new springs, modify our wheels, solve trailer brake problems, and race against the clock to make the trip. There were times we honestly weren't sure we'd make it. Once we arrived at Oconee State Park, everything started coming together. We set up camp, explored one of South Carolina's most beautiful state parks, enjoyed the peaceful campground, hiked scenic trails, spent time fishing, relaxed around the campfire, and helped our Cub Scouts experience the outdoors together. This video is about much more than a camper. It's about a father teaching his son new skills, building confidence through hands-on projects, making lifelong memories, and proving that the journey is just as important as the destination. If you're interested in: DIY camper builds Tiny camper ideas Overland camping Off-road campers Father and son projects Family camping adventures Oconee State Park camping South Carolina state parks Cub Scout camping trips Camping with kids Fishing and hiking Homemade camper builds DIY trailer builds Overlanding Outdoor adventures ...you're in the right place. We hope this video inspires you to spend more time outdoors with the people who matter most. Whether you're building your own camper, planning a trip to Oconee State Park, or just looking for your next family adventure, we hope you'll follow along as we continue improving our tiny overland camper and exploring new places together. 👍 If you enjoyed the video, please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and leave a comment letting us know: What's your favorite feature of our camper, or what's your favorite South Carolina campground? #DIYCamper #OverlandCamper #OconeeStatePark #Camping #FamilyCamping #FatherAndSon #CubScouts #TinyCamper #OffRoadCamper #Overlanding #SouthCarolina #Fishing #Hiking #OutdoorAdventure #ExploreDiscoverAdventureTogether