Heartland North Trail 250CK vs Winnebago Hike 100 H210RB
2026 Travel Trailer comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
The Heartland North Trail 250CK and Winnebago Hike 100 H210RB both target couples who want a single-couple travel trailer in the low-$40K range, but tow ratings split them. The Heartland North Trail 250CK runs 30.08 ft and 5,925 lbs dry with a 7,500 lb GVWR and 750-lb tongue weight, while the Winnebago Hike 100 H210RB measures 25.04 ft and just 4,160 lbs dry (mid-size SUV-towable per spec).
Feature parity is close: both ship with 30-amp shore, both list solar prep but no panel, both sleep three to four. The Hike 100 H210RB itemizes a full bath, queen bed, 37/43/25 gal water tanks, and 9.5 gal LP; the North Trail 250CK leaves most equipment unspecified beyond ultra-lite branding and 750-lb hitch.
Verdict in the Travel Trailer class: the Heartland North Trail 250CK delivers 5 ft more length with a half-ton tow rating; the Winnebago Hike 100 H210RB cuts 1,765 lbs of dry weight for SUV-tow flexibility. Pick by tow vehicle, not floorplan.
Side-by-side specs
| Heartland North Trail 250CK | Winnebago Hike 100 H210RB | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $41,993 | $40,952 |
| Length | 30'1" | 25' |
| Dry weight | 5,925 lbs | 4,160 lbs |
| GVWR | 7,500 lbs | 7,400 lbs |
| Sleeps | 4 | 3 |
| Slides | — | 0 |
| Fresh tank | — | 37 gal |
| Grey tank | — | 43 gal |
| Black tank | — | 25 gal |
| LP | — | 9.5 gal |
| Solar | — | — |
| Inverter | — | — |
| Generator | — | — |
| Bath | — | full |
| Bed | — | queen |
| 4-season | No | No |
| Off-road | No | No |
| Outdoor kitchen | No | No |
| Washer/dryer | none | none |
| Residential fridge | No | No |
Where Heartland North Trail 250CK wins
- 5.04 ft longer overall (30.08 vs 25.04 ft) for living space
- Ultra-lite construction targeted at half-ton trucks
- Front diamond plate stone guard for chip protection
- Larger footprint typically yields more storage cubbies
- Heartland's national dealer network for warranty service
Where Winnebago Hike 100 H210RB wins
- 1,765 lbs lighter dry weight (4,160 vs 5,925 lbs)
- Mid-size SUV-towable spec opens Honda Pilot / Toyota 4Runner class
- Full bath layout itemized vs unspecified North Trail bath
- $1,041 lower MSRP ($40,952 vs $41,993)
- Detailed tank specs (37/43/25 gal) help boondock planning
Pick the Heartland North Trail 250CK if…
Half-ton truck owners who want a 30-ft trailer with ultra-lite construction for easier towing than full-spec North Trail siblings. The Heartland North Trail 250CK lands at 5,925 lbs dry with a 750-lb tongue, fitting any F-150 or Silverado without weight-distributing-hitch headaches. The 30-amp shore connection and unspecified bath/queen layout fit couples plus occasional guests. Best for buyers who already own a pickup, want one trailer for 4-6 years, and prefer the Heartland dealer footprint.
Pick the Winnebago Hike 100 H210RB if…
Mid-size SUV owners who can't tow a 6,000-lb trailer. The Winnebago Hike 100 H210RB ships at 4,160 lbs dry and 25.04 ft, fitting behind a Honda Pilot, Toyota 4Runner, or Jeep Grand Cherokee with a properly rated hitch. The rear-bath floorplan with queen bed and full dry bath suits couples who want camping with hookup conveniences but won't add a tow vehicle to the driveway. Saves $1,041 vs the Heartland North Trail 250CK at $40,952.
Frequently asked
What's the lightest SUV that can tow the Hike 100 H210RB?
A vehicle rated 5,000+ lbs with adequate tongue capacity (Hike 100 hitch unspecified in the data). The 4,160-lb dry weight fits Honda Pilot, Toyota 4Runner, Ford Explorer with tow package.
Does either trailer have solar standard?
Neither. Both list solar prep, meaning rooftop port and inverter wiring, but no panel ships from the factory. Plan for aftermarket panel install.
Why is the longer North Trail 250CK only $1,041 more?
Heartland targets the ultra-lite segment with stripped content. Bath layout, slides, and tank capacities aren't itemized, suggesting bare-bones equipment offsets the larger size.