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New & Used RV Dealership & Sales in Cullman, AL

Johnston RV Center in Cullman is a family-run RV dealership at 273 Schwaiger Rd that sells new and used travel trailers, fifth wheels, toy haulers and destination trailers. Financing, trade-ins, consignment, service and parts are all handled at the store, and qualifying RVs include the RV Warranty Forever program at no added cost.

Visit the Cullman store

Johnston RV Center, Cullman
Sales, service and parts
  • Address: 273 Schwaiger Rd, Cullman, AL 35055
  • Phone: (256) 775-9011
  • Sales hours: Mon to Fri 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM, Sat 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Sun closed
  • Service hours: Mon to Fri 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Sat 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM

The I-65 stop between Birmingham and Huntsville

Cullman sits on I-65 roughly halfway between Birmingham and Huntsville, which makes the Johnston RV Center Cullman store one of the easier RV lots to reach from either metro. Buyers from Gardendale and north Birmingham can come up the interstate, and families from Jasper, Oneonta, Arab and Hartselle are within a reasonable drive on state highways. It is also the closer of the two Johnston stores for anyone heading to Smith Lake for the weekend.

When we reviewed inventory in October 2026, the Cullman lot carried slightly more travel trailers than the Decatur store and a larger share of used units. Fifth wheels were the second biggest group, followed by toy haulers and destination trailers. The one motorized unit in the Johnston inventory at that time was also parked here. As always, stock moves weekly, so treat the chart as a snapshot and click through for current units.

How the Cullman lot is balanced

Travel trailers
Largest group on the lot
  • Bumper-pull towing with a truck or many SUVs
  • Couples' campers up to family bunkhouses
  • The widest choice of floor plans
Fifth wheels
Second largest group
  • Raised front bedroom and big storage
  • Steadier towing with a bed-mounted hitch
  • Built for longer trips and seasonal stays
Toy haulers
Third largest group
  • Rear ramp door and garage space
  • Room for ATVs, dirt bikes or a golf cart
  • Garage that doubles as a patio
Destination trailers
Smaller selection
  • Made to park at one site for months
  • House-style furniture and full-size appliances
  • Towed occasionally, not every weekend
Motorhomes
Limited selection
  • Drive it instead of towing it
  • A small share of current inventory
  • Check listings often, units move quickly

Based on Cullman inventory in October 2026. Each category links to the units on the lot today.

Travel trailers and campers for sale in Cullman

If you are shopping travel trailers in Cullman County, you can see a lot of them here in one afternoon. Begin with travel trailers for sale in Cullman and the broader Forest River campers and travel trailers in Cullman page. Brand shoppers can go straight to Rockwood, Cherokee, Shasta or Prime Time Avenger in Cullman. Johnston describes itself as “Alabama's #1 dealer of America's best-selling camper brand, Cherokee.”

Size is where most trailer decisions are won or lost. Short, light trailers such as the Rockwood Mini Lite or Cherokee Wolf Pup are easy to back into older state park sites and suit a wider range of tow vehicles. Mid-length bunkhouses are the family sweet spot. Longer rear-living or two-bedroom layouts feel like a small apartment, but they need a capable truck and a driver who is comfortable with them. Check the campgrounds you like best before you pick a length, because older sites often have tighter limits.

Three Cullman buyers we see often

The Smith Lake weekender
Wants a place to sleep near the water every Friday night in summer. Often happiest with a mid-size travel trailer or a destination trailer that stays parked for the season.
The young family on a budget
Two or three kids and a half-ton pickup. A bunkhouse travel trailer with real towing margin beats the biggest trailer the truck can technically pull.
The couple planning longer trips
Retired or close to it, with weeks on the road in mind. A fifth wheel with a front bedroom and good storage usually fits better than a long travel trailer.

Fifth wheels, toy haulers and destination trailers in Cullman

Fifth wheels are the second largest group in Cullman. The bed-mounted hitch puts more weight over the truck's rear axle, which makes them steadier to tow, and the raised front gives you a private bedroom without sacrificing living space. Compare Riverstone, Sandpiper, Arctic Wolf and Crusader, or browse every fifth wheel for sale in Cullman.

Toy haulers turn the back of the RV into a garage for dirt bikes, ATVs or a golf cart, and the ramp door often doubles as a patio. See toy haulers in Cullman and the XLR and Cherokee Black Label lines. If you plan to leave a camper at one site for months, destination trailers in Cullman give you house-style furniture and full-size appliances. For motorized options, check motorhomes in Cullman, which can include used Class C units like the Tiffin Wayfarer.

Payload is the hidden limit. With a fifth wheel or large toy hauler, the number that usually stops you is your truck's payload, not its towing capacity. Find the payload on the driver's door jamb and compare it with the trailer's loaded pin weight plus passengers and gear. Our towing guide explains the math.

New or used RV in Cullman: an honest comparison

Cullman keeps a larger used selection than the Decatur store, so it is a good place to compare both in one visit. Neither choice is always right.

New RV
  • Price: Higher, though specials and clearance units can narrow the gap
  • Depreciation: The steepest drop comes in the first few years
  • Coverage: Factory warranty plus RV Warranty Forever at no added cost
  • History: You are the first owner
  • Choice: Current floor plans and options
Used RV
  • Price: Lower for the same size and type
  • Depreciation: The first owner already absorbed much of it
  • Coverage: Warranty Forever applies to qualifying pre-owned units, so ask which ones
  • History: Depends on how it was stored and maintained
  • Choice: Whatever is on the lot this month

On any used RV, push on the floor around the entry door, bathroom and kitchen for soft spots. Look at ceiling panels near roof vents for staining, check the date codes on the tires, run the furnace, AC and water heater, and extend every slide. Ask for service records. Browse used RVs in Cullman and new RVs in Cullman, and check RVs under $20,000 and the deal of the week if budget is tight.

Keeping lifetime coverage and caring for your RV

Every new and qualifying pre-owned RV from Johnston includes RV Warranty Forever, which covers 100% of parts and labor on listed components for as long as you own the RV. The catch is simple but strict: complete the annual maintenance in your agreement at a professional repair facility, report it within 30 days of your purchase anniversary, and get repairs authorized before work starts. The Cullman service department can handle that annual visit for you.

The Johnston service and parts center works on all makes and models. In Cullman County, the jobs that matter most are roof sealant inspections, wheel bearing service, winterization before the first hard freeze and de-winterization in spring. The shop also repairs plumbing, electrical, HVAC, refrigerators and water heaters, performs pre-purchase and insurance inspections, and installs solar, lithium batteries, inverters, backup cameras and Starlink. Service is open weekdays from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM and Saturday mornings until noon.

  • Inspect the roof every spring and fall and after hail. Small gaps let water into walls long before you see a stain.
  • Run the generator under load once a month if you have one, so it starts when you need it.
  • Cover tires and keep batteries on a maintainer during storage.
  • Keep a folder of every receipt. It protects your coverage and your resale value.

Financing and trade-ins at the Cullman store

Financing is handled in-house by the Johnston RV finance team, which serves both Cullman and Decatur. The dealership lists repayment schedules of up to 15 to 20 years and lets you bundle parts, service and extended protection into the loan depending on the amount. Start with the online credit application so the team can review options before you arrive.

Before you sign, ask for the out-the-door price and the total cost of the loan. Stretching to the longest term can make a bigger RV look affordable while costing you more in interest, and an RV can lose value faster than a long loan balance drops in the early years. A solid down payment or a trade helps keep that gap small.

If you are selling or trading, the trade-in and consignment page offers a trade quote within 24 hours, a cash offer with no purchase required, or consignment with professional photos, marketing, showings and storage at the dealership. The site also lists tax advantages on a new purchase as a benefit of trading in, so ask how that applies to your deal.

Buying mistakes Cullman shoppers can skip

  • Picking a trailer without checking that it fits your driveway, gate and any HOA rules.
  • Choosing bunks for kids who will outgrow them in two summers.
  • Hauling a heavy trailer on I-65 at the very edge of your truck's ratings.
  • Assuming every pre-owned unit qualifies for Warranty Forever without asking.
  • Skipping the delivery walkthrough video. Water heater bypass and slide-out operation are easy to forget.
  • Shopping only new when a well-kept used unit would save real money. The pet-friendly RV and Cullman RV search pages help narrow things down.

Serving Birmingham, Jasper, Oneonta and North Central Alabama

Cullman customers come from across Cullman County and from Gardendale, Birmingham, Jasper, Oneonta, Arab, Albertville and Hartselle. Many Huntsville, Madison and Athens buyers make the drive too when a specific unit is parked here. Every unit from both stores appears in the full RV inventory, and you can browse new and used RVs for sale in Cullman on their own page. Store details for both locations are on the locations page.

Birmingham and Gardendale
Jasper, AL
Southwest of Cullman in Walker County. See RVs near Jasper and travel trailers near Jasper.
Oneonta, AL
Blount County buyers can browse RVs near Oneonta and fifth wheels near Oneonta.
Arab and Albertville
Marshall County shoppers can see RVs near Arab and RVs near Albertville.
Hartselle and Decatur
North on I-65. See RVs near Hartselle or visit our Decatur store.
Huntsville, Madison and Athens

Cullman RV dealership FAQs

Where is Johnston RV Center in Cullman, AL?+

Johnston RV Center Cullman is at 273 Schwaiger Rd, Cullman, AL 35055. Sales are open Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM and Saturday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Service is open weekdays until 5:00 PM and Saturday until noon, and the store is closed Sunday. Call (256) 775-9011 to confirm a unit before visiting.

Is Cullman a good place to shop for an RV from Birmingham?+

Many Birmingham-area buyers find it convenient. Cullman sits on I-65 north of Gardendale, roughly halfway to Huntsville, so the drive is mostly interstate. The Johnston RV Center Cullman store carries a large selection of travel trailers and fifth wheels, plus toy haulers, destination trailers and used units, with financing and service on site.

Does Johnston RV Center sell used campers in Cullman?+

Yes. The Cullman store sells used travel trailers, fifth wheels and toy haulers alongside new inventory, and it had a larger used selection than the Decatur store when this page was written. Trade-ins and consignments keep the mix changing. Ask whether a specific pre-owned unit qualifies for RV Warranty Forever, since coverage applies to qualifying used RVs.

What maintenance does RV Warranty Forever require?+

You must complete the annual maintenance listed in your Warranty Forever agreement at a professional repair facility, then notify the program within 30 days of your purchase anniversary with proof of service. Owner-performed maintenance does not qualify. The Johnston service departments in Cullman and Decatur can perform the annual work for you.

What size truck do I need to tow a fifth wheel?+

Many fifth wheels call for a three-quarter-ton or one-ton pickup, though some lighter models work with a properly equipped half-ton. Payload is usually the limiting number, because the hitch sits in the truck bed. Compare the payload on your door jamb sticker with the trailer's loaded pin weight, then leave room for passengers and gear.

Can I trade in my camper at Johnston RV Center in Cullman?+

Yes. Submit your camper's details and photos online for a trade quote within 24 hours, then bring it in for inspection. You can apply the value to another RV, take a cash offer without buying, or choose consignment if you want Johnston to market and show the RV for a potentially higher sale price.

Visit Johnston RV Center in Cullman

Pick a few floor plans online, call ahead so they are ready to walk through, and bring everyone who will be sleeping in the RV.