
Northstar's midsize pop-up truck camper designed for Tacoma, Canyon, Colorado, Ranger, Gladiator, and Frontier. Lightweight at 1,258 lbs dry with electric roof lift, cabover full bed, and dinette bed. Features 2-burner stove, 12V compressor fridge, 200W solar, and 20K BTU furnace. No bathroom standard keeps weight down for midsize payloads.
The Northstar 600SS is a hard-side pop-up truck camper from Northstar Campers weighing 1,258 lbs at around $27,175. It combines the low-profile driving benefits of a pop-up with hard-wall construction for better insulation and weather protection than soft-side models. Sleeps 3.
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midsize truck owners who want pop-up weight savings with hard-wall durability, 3-season camping with better weather resistance than soft-side pop-ups, Overlanders who want a low travel profile but solid shelter, Campers who want built-in cooking facilities at pop-up weight.
Hard walls provide significantly better insulation, soundproofing, and durability compared to canvas-sided pop-ups. At 1,258 lbs, it's much lighter than a fixed-wall hardside while giving you real walls. Built-in furnace makes cold-weather camping practical. 2-burner kitchen with sink for real meal prep. Northstar Campers builds in Cedar Falls, IA.
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The Northstar 600SS has a dry weight of 1,258 lbs. You'll need at least a midsize truck and it fits both short-bed and long-bed configurations. Always check your truck's payload rating on the driver's door sticker — manufacturer payload ratings vary significantly by trim and options.
The Northstar 600SS has a base MSRP of $27,175. Contact a dealer for current pricing and available inventory. Used models may be available at lower prices depending on condition and year.
Setup takes a few minutes — you need to raise the roof. With practice, most owners get faster. The low travel profile is the tradeoff — much better fuel economy and garage clearance while driving.
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Still requires setup time to raise the roof — not instant like a fixed-wall camper. No built-in bathroom — bring a portable toilet or use campground facilities. Hard-side pop-ups tend to cost more than their soft-side counterparts for similar floor space.
The Northstar 600SS weighs 1,258 lbs dry. This is a moderate weight that most properly-rated trucks can handle, though you should check your specific truck's payload capacity.
The Northstar 600SS features aluminum frame and composite shell construction. Northstar Campers has an established dealer network providing warranty and service support.
The Northstar 600SS comes with a capable kitchen setup. With a multi-burner cooktop, fridge, and sink, you can prepare real meals without relying on campground facilities.
The Northstar 600SS's electrical system includes 200W of solar. This is a solid setup for extended boondocking and off-grid camping.
The Northstar 600SS handles 3-season camping well. The built-in furnace handles cold nights, though there's no A/C for extreme heat.
As a pop-up, the Northstar 600SS requires raising the roof before camping. The tradeoff is a much lower travel profile for better fuel economy, less wind resistance, and garage parking.
The Northstar 600SS carries 17 gallons of fresh water and 7.5 gallons of gray water capacity. Adequate for a few days of careful use, but frequent boondockers may want more.
The Northstar 600SS starts at $27,175. This is a mid-range price point that balances features and cost for the category.
The Northstar 600SS comes with a 2-burner cooktop, sink, and refrigerator. It's a capable kitchen for preparing full meals on the road.
The Northstar 600SS comes with 200W of solar, plus 17 gallons of fresh water. You can comfortably boondock for a few days. For extended off-grid stays, some owners add more solar or battery capacity.