Cal. Vehicle Code § 243 : California Vehicle Code — Words And Phrases Defined — "Camper" defined Date: 7 Sep 2016 TEXT PDF Current through the 2016 Legislative Session A "camper" is a structure designed to be mounted upon a motor vehicle and to provide facilities for human habitation or camping purposes. A camper having one axle shall not be considered a vehicle. Ca. Veh. Code § 243