About Us

Located on the corner of Leversee Road and Airline Highway in Waterloo, Iowa for over 55 years, the Willett family has been manufacturing truck campers since 1955 and has been selling them to dealers since 1961.

Our company was founded by our Grandfather Ralph (Tex) Willett. He along with son, Robert (Chuck), ran the company for decades building the Texson Campers. Since the early 1980’s the company has been directed by Chuck’s sons, Rory and Rex, under the Northstar name.

Now heading into our 50th Anniversary, much can be said how continuity in ownership translates into excellence. Each generation has been committed to keep its competitive edge while striving forward to constantly improve the product. The knowledge passed down of proven construction techniques combined with the pursuit of modern materials and better building methods gives Northstar its unique edge.

Northstars are designed to be warm and comfortable while staying true to practical function and design. Camping with our families, in our personal campers, has given us “hands-on” experience. This helps us design campers that give maximum gear storage plus a controlled ride while on your truck.

We have always taken pride in our family’s ability to build a truck camper that last a long time. We feel Northstar Campers give you today’s best combination camping / traveling partner. Staying active in what the market has to offer while listening to our customers has proved to be a great way to build campers that meet the demands of today’s active camping and traveling lifestyles.

We have met so many wonderful people over the last 50 years of doing business! A big, heartfelt Thank You! goes out to all of our loyal and future Northstar customers.

Get to know us by exploring our complete line-up of Northstar Campers.

Give us an opportunity to demonstrate our commitment to quality products, backed by our strong passion of legendary customer service. We look forward to having you as our customer; it is our pleasure to serve you.

Whether you give us a call or stop by our factory at Waterloo in Northeast Iowa, we will do our best to explain Northstar products, our dealers and all the advantages gained by purchasing a Northstar. Thanks again for letting us be part of your family travel and vacation plans for 5 decades!

Now…Lets Go Camping!!!

Northstar Quality Since 1961
“Shining above the Rest!”