Dutchmen Aspen Trail LE 25BH vs Highland Ridge Colt 26DBS West
2026 Travel Trailer comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
These two bunkhouse travel trailers sit nearly identical on price but split sharply on feature load. The Dutchmen Aspen Trail LE 25BH measures 28.8 ft and 4,920 lbs dry, sleeping up to 10 with a 7,600 lb GVWR and a light 497-lb tongue weight that suits half-ton trucks. The Highland Ridge Colt 26DBS West stretches 33.58 ft and 6,145 lbs dry, also sleeping 10, but jumps to an 8,200 lb GVWR with an 855-lb hitch load.
Feature content explains the 4.8 ft length and 1,225 lb weight delta. The Aspen Trail LE 25BH skips solar, generator prep, and 50-amp shore power, hitting its $34,160 MSRP through a stripped-content approach. The Colt 26DBS West includes 200W of solar, a king bed, theater seating, a fireplace, four-season insulation, and 50-amp shore power for $1,060 more. Fresh water doubles too: 76 gal in the Colt vs 37 gal in the Aspen Trail.
Verdict: the Dutchmen Aspen Trail LE 25BH wins for towability and entry pricing; the Highland Ridge Colt 26DBS West wins for content, capacity, and shoulder-season usability in the Travel Trailer class.
Side-by-side specs
| Dutchmen Aspen Trail LE 25BH | Highland Ridge Colt 26DBS West | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $34,160 | $35,220 |
| Length | 28'10" | 33'7" |
| Dry weight | 4,920 lbs | 6,145 lbs |
| GVWR | 7,600 lbs | 8,200 lbs |
| Sleeps | 10 | 10 |
| Slides | — | — |
| Fresh tank | 37 gal | 76 gal |
| Grey tank | 42 gal | 40 gal |
| Black tank | 42 gal | 40 gal |
| LP | — | — |
| Solar | — | 200W |
| Inverter | — | — |
| Generator | — | — |
| Bath | — | — |
| Bed | — | king |
| 4-season | No | Yes |
| Off-road | No | Yes |
| Outdoor kitchen | No | No |
| Washer/dryer | none | none |
| Residential fridge | No | No |
Where Dutchmen Aspen Trail LE 25BH wins
- 1,225 lbs lighter dry weight (4,920 vs 6,145 lbs) for half-ton towing
- 4.78 ft shorter overall (28.8 vs 33.58 ft) for tighter campsites
- 358-lb lighter tongue (497 vs 855 lbs) inside half-ton ratings
- $1,060 lower base MSRP ($34,160 vs $35,220)
- 2,680 lb cargo capacity beats Colt's 2,055 by 625 lbs
Where Highland Ridge Colt 26DBS West wins
- 200W rooftop solar standard (Aspen Trail LE 25BH ships with none)
- King bed instead of unspecified Dutchmen bed config
- 76 gal fresh water (39 gal more than Aspen Trail's 37 gal)
- Fireplace, theater seating, four-season, off-road package
- 50-amp shore power vs unspecified Dutchmen amperage
Pick the Dutchmen Aspen Trail LE 25BH if…
Half-ton truck families on a tight budget who want maximum trailer length per dollar. The Dutchmen Aspen Trail LE 25BH ships at 4,920 lbs dry with a 497-lb tongue weight, fitting any F-150 or Silverado 1500 without weight-distributing-hitch math. The bunkhouse layout sleeps eight to ten and the $34,160 MSRP leaves $1,000+ in budget for solar and battery aftermarket adds. Best for buyers planning summer-only weekend trips with hookups and large kid loads.
Pick the Highland Ridge Colt 26DBS West if…
Families who plan four-season camping and want hookup-and-go content without aftermarket upgrades. The Highland Ridge Colt 26DBS West includes 200W solar, 50-amp shore, theater seating, a fireplace, four-season insulation, and an off-road package at $35,220. The 76 gal fresh tank doubles the Aspen Trail LE 25BH and the king bed adds a master-bedroom feel. Budget for a 3/4-ton truck to handle the 855-lb tongue weight and 8,200-lb GVWR comfortably.
Frequently asked
Can a half-ton truck tow the Colt 26DBS West?
Yes, with care. The 855-lb hitch weight and 8,200-lb GVWR fall inside most 2024+ F-150 SuperCrew 4x4 ratings, but a 3/4-ton is more comfortable when loaded for a family trip.
Does the Aspen Trail LE 25BH have solar?
No. Solar prep is also not listed, so adding solar requires running wiring. The Colt 26DBS West ships with 200W standard.
How many sleep in each trailer?
Both list 10 sleep capacity through a bunkhouse plus convertible dinettes. Real comfort tops out at six adults plus two kids for either.