When it comes to trailer hitch cargo carriers, versatility isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s the whole point. A Mockins Hitch Cargo Carrier isn’t just for luggage; it’s a full-blown utility platform for everything from camping trips to pet parades to transporting that suspiciously large inflatable duck. Whether you’re heading off the grid or just to the garden center, your hitch carrier can do more than you think.
Below is a list of 100 ways to put yours to work—some practical, some unexpected, all tried-and-true ways to haul more and stress less.
🧭 Outdoor Adventures & Recreation
- Transporting camping gear for a weekend getaway
- Hauling bicycles to a scenic trail
- Holding fishing equipment for a day at the lake
- Storing wet or muddy hiking boots and gear post-adventure
- Transporting a portable generator for camping or emergency use
- Carrying photography equipment for a shoot in a remote location
- Transporting a telescope for stargazing
- Hauling snowboarding or skiing equipment to the mountain
- Storing a picnic basket and outdoor games for family outings
- Transporting firewood for camping or a beach bonfire
- Carrying scuba diving gear to the beach
- Hauling a surfboard or paddleboard
- Carrying a compact camping toilet for off-grid adventures
- Transporting a foldable gazebo or canopy for outdoor events
- Carrying a portable hot tub for a luxurious camping experience
- Transporting a small kayak or canoe to the water
- Hauling a portable rock climbing wall
- Carrying a portable ice fishing hut and gear
🧳 Moving, Travel & Transport
- Moving boxes during a home relocation
- Carrying extra luggage for airport drop-offs or pickups
- Carrying a small chest freezer or refrigerator for a move
- Transporting a mobility scooter or wheelchair when not in use
- Holding extra fuel cans for long road trips
- Carrying a spare tire or automotive parts for a road trip
- Transporting a small motorcycle or scooter for a weekend ride
- Hauling a set of tires to a track day or for seasonal change
- Transporting emergency supplies like water, food, and blankets
- Carrying extra water jugs for camping in remote areas
🏡 Home & Garden
- Carrying gardening supplies like soil, mulch, or plants from the nursery
- Hauling construction materials for home improvement projects
- Carrying lawn care equipment like a lawnmower or edger
- Transporting a collection of large planters for a garden installation
- Hauling a collection of large rocks for landscaping
- Hauling antique furniture for restoration
- Carrying oversized items like a big screen TV or mirror safely
- Carrying a portable sauna for relaxation anywhere
- Transporting a mobile greenhouse kit
🐾 Pets & Animals
- Carrying a pet crate for a vet visit or travel
- Hauling hunting gear to a remote location
- Hauling a large dog bath for pet grooming
- Transporting a bale of hay for equestrian events
- Carrying a portable fence or dog run for pet safety while traveling
- Transporting a portable climbing tree for cats on a move
- Hauling a stack of beekeeping supplies or hives
- Transporting a large aquarium or terrarium
- Hauling a large birdcage for an aviary move
🏅 Events, Entertainment & Hobbies
- Bringing along sports equipment for a team event or practice
- Hauling golf clubs for a day on the course
- Transporting a portable BBQ grill for a picnic or tailgate party
- Transporting a kiteboard or windsurfing equipment
- Carrying musical instruments for a gig
- Carrying a mobile DJ booth and equipment
- Transporting a mobile escape room setup
- Carrying a portable batting cage for baseball practice
- Transporting a set of theatrical props for performances
- Hauling a collection of cosplay costumes and props for a convention
- Transporting a collection of board games for a convention
- Hauling a collection of vintage radios or electronics for a show
- Carrying equipment for a mobile recording studio
- Carrying historical reenactment gear
- Transporting a yoga dome or meditation tent
- Carrying a large model rocket for a launch event
- Carrying a remote-control aircraft launch pad
- Transporting a mobile pottery kiln
- Hauling gear for a traveling science show
💡 Pro Tip: Protect Your Gear with a Mockins Hitch Cargo Bag
To keep your cargo safe from the elements, consider using a Mockins Waterproof Hitch Cargo Bag. These heavy-duty hitch bags are designed to fit perfectly on your hitch carrier, offering protection against rain, dust, and road debris. With various sizes available, you can choose the one that best suits your hauling needs.
🎨 Art, Design & Display
- Transporting artwork or display boards for exhibitions
- Carrying a set of large canvases for artists
- Hauling a large scale model for exhibitions
- Transporting a modular exhibit display for trade shows
- Transporting a set of handcrafted market stalls
- Carrying event signage and materials
- Transporting a vintage car bumper or other parts for restoration
🛠️ Appliances & Equipment
- Transporting a portable dishwasher or other small appliance
- Hauling a portable clothes washer to a dorm or apartment
- Transporting a portable sawmill for on-site lumber processing
- Carrying a motorcycle jack for roadside repairs or maintenance
- Hauling a portable welding machine for field repairs
- Transporting a foldable solar panel array for off-grid power
- Hauling a portable glassblowing studio equipment
- Carrying a folding ladder for maintenance or contractor work
- Transporting a set of custom car parts for a car show
- Hauling a portable air compressor and tools for off-site work
- Carrying a set of sandbags for flood prevention or fitness
- Transporting a set of snow chains and winter gear
- Transporting a mobile clothes dryer for off-grid laundry
🎉 Celebrations & Parties
- Carrying a large custom cake or catering supplies
- Hauling a keg and party supplies
- Transporting a large inflatable pool for summer fun
- Hauling a set of folding chairs and tables for an outdoor gathering
- Carrying equipment for a mobile bar or catering service
- Transporting a mobile photo booth for events
- Hauling a set of parade floats or decorations
- Carrying modular flooring for an outdoor stage
- Hauling an inflatable movie screen and projector
- Transporting props for a themed escape game night
- Transporting novelty items for a parade or contest
- Carrying a rolled-up inflatable bounce house for kids' parties
- Hauling a Christmas tree or holiday decorations
- Carrying a set of large, decorative holiday figures
- Transporting a large ice sculpture for an event
🚀 Ready to Get Hauling?
Mockins hitch cargo carriers are built for real life—which means they’re ready for all your wild ideas, weird hobbies, and weekend missions. Browse our cargo carriers now and find the perfect fit for your next haul.
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