Family friendly and easy to tow camper trailer ready for adventure
Family friendly and easy to tow camper trailer ready for adventure
Excellent
2 trips
Offers delivery
21+
Sleeps 5
20 ft. long
The Mallard has been part of our family for years now, and she’s taken us to some of the most beautiful corners of Colorado — quiet mornings outside Steamboat, that perfect site at Rocky Mountain National Park where elk wander through camp at dawn, sunset over the Sand Dunes. Now we’d love to share her with your family.
She’s a 2017 Heartland Mallard M185 UltraLite, and at just 4,450 lbs fully loaded, she’s the kind of trailer that makes RVing actually fun instead of stressful. No diesel dually required — most half-ton pickups and a lot of capable SUVs can pull her without breaking a sweat. If this is your first time towing, don’t worry; I’ll walk you through everything.Who She’s Perfect For
• Families with kids — the rear bunkhouse is a huge hit
• Couples who want a real bed and a real shower after a day of hiking
• First-time RVers — single axle, no slides, easy to set up
• Anyone who wants the camping experience without sleeping on the ground
She comfortably sleeps 5 adults: two in the front queen, two in the rear bunks, and one more on the convertible dinette. Layouts work great for a family of four or five, or two couples plus a kid.The Layout
Front Bedroom
A proper queen bed with a privacy curtain, side windows for the morning light, reading lamps, and overhead cabinets. Real mattress with comfortable bedding.
Middle Living Area
U-shaped dinette that fits four for card games or pancakes, and converts into a sleeping spot for one adult at night. Big window over the table with day/night shades. The swing-out Vizio TV works from the dinette or the bed — great for rainy afternoons or movie nights with the kids.
Kitchen
• 3-burner gas cooktop with range hood
• Microwave
• Double-basin sink with pull-down faucet
• 8 cu ft fridge/freezer (runs on propane when boondocking or shore power at the campground)
• Plenty of cabinet and drawer storage
We cook real meals in here — green chile, pasta, French toast, the works.
Full Bathroom
• Shower with skylight and exhaust fan
• Foot-flush toilet
• Sink + mirrored medicine cabinet
• Hot water from onboard heater
Rear Bunkhouse
Two bunks in the back with a small door to access storage as well as the lower bed. Adults fit fine in the lower bunk; upper bunk has a 200 lb capacity.What Makes Her Easy
• Power tongue jack — no cranking by hand
• Electric awning — one button and you’ve got shade
• Single axle, no slides — fits in more campsites, never get stuck waiting for a slide motor
• Roof A/C and ducted furnace — Colorado nights and Utah afternoons both handled
• Dual 20-lb propane tanks — plenty of cooking and heating. One of them guaranteed to be full at the time of rental
• Indoor + outdoor speakers — campsite vibes sorted
• Vizio Hdtv with Furrion stereo systemSpecs at a Glance
Year/Make/Model 2017 Heartland Mallard M185 UltraLite
Length ~22 ft (hitch to bumper), 19 ft box
Gvwr 4,450 lbs
Sleeps 5 adults
Slide-outs None
Fresh / Gray / Black tanks ~30 / 30 / 30 gal
Tow vehicle Half-ton truck or capable SUV (V6 minimum, brake controller required)
Hitch 2" ball, weight-distributing hitch includedWhat's included• I’ll have her set up and ready when you arrive:
• Weight-distributing hitch with sway control
• 7-pin adapter
• Fresh water hose, sewer hose, leveling blocks, wheel chocks
• 30-amp shore power cord and adapter
• At least one full propane tank
• Fully charged battery
• 30–45 minute walkthrough covering everything
• My cell number for questions on the road
• 100 miles/day included (additional miles $0.40/mile)
• 24/7 Outdoorsy roadside assistance (with protection package)Recommendations• I have a YouTube channel which has a number of camper overview and how-to videos to help make your camping experience as smooth as possible.
• Check out https://m.youtube.com/@wanderfleet before your rental begins if possible.
The Mallard has been part of our family for years now, and she’s taken us to some of the most beautiful corners of Colorado — quiet mornings outside Steamboat, that perfect site at Rocky Mountain National Park where elk wander through camp at dawn, sunset over the Sand Dunes. Now we’d love to share her with your family.
She’s a 2017 Heartland Mallard M185 UltraLite, and at just 4,450 lbs fully loaded, she’s the kind of trailer that makes RVing actually fun instead of stressful. No diesel dually required — most half-ton pickups and a lot of capable SUVs can pull her without breaking a sweat. If this is your first time towing, don’t worry; I’ll walk you through everything.Who She’s Perfect For
• Families with kids — the rear bunkhouse is a huge hit
• Couples who want a real bed and a real shower after a day of hiking
• First-time RVers — single axle, no slides, easy to set up
• Anyone who wants the camping experience without sleeping on the ground
She comfortably sleeps 5 adults: two in the front queen, two in the rear bunks, and one more on the convertible dinette. Layouts work great for a family of four or five, or two couples plus a kid.The Layout
Front Bedroom
A proper queen bed with a privacy curtain, side windows for the morning light, reading lamps, and overhead cabinets. Real mattress with comfortable bedding.
Middle Living Area
U-shaped dinette that fits four for card games or pancakes, and converts into a sleeping spot for one adult at night. Big window over the table with day/night shades. The swing-out Vizio TV works from the dinette or the bed — great for rainy afternoons or movie nights with the kids.
Kitchen
• 3-burner gas cooktop with range hood
• Microwave
• Double-basin sink with pull-down faucet
• 8 cu ft fridge/freezer (runs on propane when boondocking or shore power at the campground)
• Plenty of cabinet and drawer storage
We cook real meals in here — green chile, pasta, French toast, the works.
Full Bathroom
• Shower with skylight and exhaust fan
• Foot-flush toilet
• Sink + mirrored medicine cabinet
• Hot water from onboard heater
Rear Bunkhouse
Two bunks in the back with a small door to access storage as well as the lower bed. Adults fit fine in the lower bunk; upper bunk has a 200 lb capacity.What Makes Her Easy
• Power tongue jack — no cranking by hand
• Electric awning — one button and you’ve got shade
• Single axle, no slides — fits in more campsites, never get stuck waiting for a slide motor
• Roof A/C and ducted furnace — Colorado nights and Utah afternoons both handled
• Dual 20-lb propane tanks — plenty of cooking and heating. One of them guaranteed to be full at the time of rental
• Indoor + outdoor speakers — campsite vibes sorted
• Vizio Hdtv with Furrion stereo systemSpecs at a Glance
Year/Make/Model 2017 Heartland Mallard M185 UltraLite
Length ~22 ft (hitch to bumper), 19 ft box
Gvwr 4,450 lbs
Sleeps 5 adults
Slide-outs None
Fresh / Gray / Black tanks ~30 / 30 / 30 gal
Tow vehicle Half-ton truck or capable SUV (V6 minimum, brake controller required)
Hitch 2" ball, weight-distributing hitch includedWhat's included• I’ll have her set up and ready when you arrive:
• Weight-distributing hitch with sway control
• 7-pin adapter
• Fresh water hose, sewer hose, leveling blocks, wheel chocks
• 30-amp shore power cord and adapter
• At least one full propane tank
• Fully charged battery
• 30–45 minute walkthrough covering everything
• My cell number for questions on the road
• 100 miles/day included (additional miles $0.40/mile)
• 24/7 Outdoorsy roadside assistance (with protection package)Recommendations• I have a YouTube channel which has a number of camper overview and how-to videos to help make your camping experience as smooth as possible.
• Check out https://m.youtube.com/@wanderfleet before your rental begins if possible.
Quick summary
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First-time RVers and families: enjoy stress-free towing and setup!
Power jack, electric awning, and no slides make campsite setup a breeze.
Comfortably sleeps 5 with a queen, bunks, and dinette for happy family trips.
Dedicated owner support and helpful videos ensure a confident, worry-free adventure.
2017 Heartland RVs Mallard
Length
20 ft
20 ft
Gross Weight
4,450 lbs
4,450 lbs
Hitch Weight
484 lbs
484 lbs
Connector
7pin
7pin
Receiver
Provided
Provided
Brake Controller
Not provided
Not provided
Sleeping arrangements
4 beds


Queen bed
1
1
Dinnette conversion
1
1
Bunk beds
2
2
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Guest reviews
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Overall rating
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Features
- Sleeps 5
- Fresh water: 52 gal
- Gray water: 42 gal
- Black water: 42 gal
- Propane capacity: 40 lbs
- Gross weight: 4,450 lbs
- Sleeps 5
- Fresh water: 52 gal
- Gray water: 42 gal
- Black water: 42 gal
- Propane capacity: 40 lbs
- Gross weight: 4,450 lbs
Amenities
- Linens included
- Toilet
- Inside Shower
- Outside Shower
- Toilet paper
- Toiletries
- Hot water
- Generator
- Solart
- Linens included
- Toilet
- Inside Shower
- Outside Shower
- Toilet paper
- Toiletries
- Hot water
- Generator
- Solart
Location
Lafayette, CO • Exact location provided after booking
Lafayette, CO • Exact location provided after booking
Rules and policies
- 15 start time
11 end time - Music festival friendly
- Tailgating friendly
- Not pet friendly
- No smoking
- Mileage: 100 free miles / day
- 3 generator hours / day
Cancellation: Strict
Frequently asked questions
Q.
Are there any special tricks and tips that would help with operating the RV easily?
A.
This camper is very light compared to others. So towing is really easy and you dont need heavy duty equipment to do it. As long as your SUV or truck is rated to pull 5000 lbs, you should be ok. Towing just takes a few minutes of practice and a little bit of caution when turning into smaller parking lots and gas stations but that's it. Reversing into campgrounds can be challenging for newbees. So get a pull through campsite instead of a back-in if you want to keep it simple.
Q.
How do the electric, water and sewage hook up work while setting up at the campground?
A.
If there is a city connection at your campsite, just connect it to the city water connection and you will be all set. Just check the grey and black water tank levels to make sure they aren't filling up. If you dont have city water at your campsite, fill up the holding tank (52 gallon capacity) when you get close to your campsite. There is usually a few spigots inside most campgrounds even when there may not be a dump station on the property.
Q.
What flexibility is available for picking up and dropping off the RV?
A.
This can vary depending on what else I have going on with upcoming rentals or returns. So please ask and I will be happy to answer based on the situation at hand.


































