2025 Forest River Cedar Creek 345IK vs 2024 Highland Ridge Mesa Ridge 374BHS

Detailed Comparison

Two popular options on many shoppers' shortlists — the 2025 Forest River Cedar Creek 345IK and the 2024 Highland Ridge Mesa Ridge 374BHS. Let's see how they compare across the specs that matter most.

The Forest River Cedar Creek 345IK measures 40.0 ft in length at 9,500 lbs, compared to the Highland Ridge Mesa Ridge 374BHS's 38.0 ft and 10,200 lbs. GVWR ratings sit at 12,600 lbs and 12,600 lbs respectively.

The Forest River Cedar Creek 345IK sleeps 9 while the Highland Ridge Mesa Ridge 374BHS accommodates 6. Slide-outs play a role in livability: the Forest River Cedar Creek 345IK has 3 and the Highland Ridge Mesa Ridge 374BHS has 1.

For boondocking enthusiasts, tank sizes matter. Fresh water capacity goes to the Highland Ridge Mesa Ridge 374BHS at 99 gallons versus 76 gallons. Solar-wise, you get 400W on the Forest River Cedar Creek 345IK and 150W on the Highland Ridge Mesa Ridge 374BHS. Battery banks are 150 Ah and 150 Ah.

At $177,000 MSRP for the Forest River Cedar Creek 345IK and $170,000 for the Highland Ridge Mesa Ridge 374BHS, the Highland Ridge Mesa Ridge 374BHS saves you $7,000. With only a 4% price difference, the choice comes down to features rather than cost.

If you're traveling with a family, look for the model with more sleeping positions and better storage. Boondockers: look at the fresh water capacity and solar/battery systems — they determine how long you can stay out. For the full-time RV lifestyle, every gallon of tank capacity and every inch of counter space counts.

No comparison can replace walking through each unit yourself. Visit a dealer and experience the layouts firsthand.