The 2025 Forest River Cardinal elevates fifth-wheel living with an interior designed for long-term comfort and high-end functionality. From the living space to the bedroom, every detail is built to provide a luxury residential experience, whether you’re parked at a campsite or touring the open road.
Living Area: The living space feels open and bright thanks to oversized opening windows that let in plenty of natural light. A carpet-free floor not only looks clean and modern but also makes maintenance easier. Depending on the floorplan, you’ll find a tri-fold sleeper sofa or theater seating, both oriented toward an entertainment center with an LED TV and a 5,000 BTU electric fireplace—perfect for relaxing after a day of travel or outdoor adventure.
Kitchen: The kitchen comes fully equipped for gourmet meal prep. It includes a 21″ oven range with glass cover, a 30″ over-the-range microwave, and a spacious 16 cu. ft. 12V refrigerator. A high-rise faucet with a pull-down sprayer and a residential-style backsplash add both style and practicality. Storage is ample, with a floor-to-ceiling pantry and overhead cabinets, while the freestanding hi-top dinette and four chairs offer a home-like dining experience.
Bathroom: The bathroom blends space with spa-like features. It includes a full walk-in shower with skylight for extra headroom and natural light, a retractable screen shower door, and a foot-flush toilet. The large vanity and mirrored medicine cabinet provide both functionality and extra storage for toiletries and linens.
Bedroom: In most floorplans, the bedroom comes with a king-size bed featuring gas strut-assisted lift-up storage, offering space for extra bedding or travel gear. The upper deck ceiling height of 6’5” gives the area a spacious, open feel. Washer and dryer prep is included for extended stays, and TV prep is ready for those who want entertainment right from the comfort of their bed.
Climate Control: The Cardinal ensures comfort in all seasons with a 35,000 BTU furnace and an 18,000 BTU ducted air conditioning system, with optional upgrades for additional units. Heated and enclosed underbellies, 12V tank heat pads, and thermal insulation make this RV a reliable four-season travel companion.
Construction & Features: Built with a vacuum-bonded aluminum frame and high-density block foam insulation, the Cardinal offers durability and thermal efficiency. Premium packages include a tankless on-demand water heater, motion-sensor lighting, “Easy Clean” residential-style floors, and extra-wide solid entry steps for added convenience and safety.
The 2025 Forest River Cardinal is ideal for travelers who want a fifth wheel that combines luxury living with dependable performance, offering a true home away from home.
