Kingstar™ "Inspires Spontaneity & Confidence! "

It was here in the high country wilderness that he and “JD” planned to relax a few days and enjoy

Want to camp off-grid with your horse without wrestling heavy corral panels?

Reviewed by Ann Pruitt, InfoHorse.com · Updated May 2026

It was here in the high country wilderness that he and “JD” planned to relax a few days and enjoy the cool temps and beautiful jack pine forest. The idea of camping off-grid with his horse in this pristine area was compelling but the hassle of transporting corral panels together with the hard work of set-up and break-down was less than desirable.

Kingstar™ "Inspires Spontaneity & Confidence! " Kingstar™ Horse Trailer "Inspires Spontaneity & Confidence!" The KINGSTAR Story! In July of 2016 Marcus Niemela, president of The KINGSTAR Company, escaping the summer heat in the Phoenix valley trailered his horse “Jackie Diamond” aka, “JD” 150 miles north to a place called Happy Jack, Arizona. It was here in the high country wilderness that he and “JD” planned to relax a few days and enjoy the cool temps and beautiful jack pine forest. The idea of camping off-grid with his horse in this pristine area was compelling but the hassle of transporting corral panels together with the hard work of set-up and break-down was less than desirable.

Water was also a problem. How to carry enough water for “JD” and dispense it efficiently was the question.

Ever hear the saying “you can lead a horse to water, but you can’t make em drink?” How often have you thought your horse needed a drink and they just look at you as you’re holding the

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What is the Kingstar™ horse trailer designed for?

The Kingstar™ Horse Trailer was built for camping off-grid with your horse in wilderness and high-country areas. The idea grew out of president Marcus Niemela's trip into the back country, where the appeal of pristine, remote camping was offset by the hassle of hauling and managing gear for the horse. Kingstar™ grew out of the goal of making that kind of spontaneous horse camping practical.

Who makes the Kingstar™ horse trailer?

It is made by The KINGSTAR Company, whose president is Marcus Niemela. The concept came together in July 2016 when he trailered his horse, Jackie Diamond ('JD'), 150 miles north of the Phoenix valley to Happy Jack, Arizona, to escape the summer heat. That trip into the jack pine forest is the origin of the Kingstar™ story.

How does Kingstar™ address the problem of hauling and setting up corral panels?

Transporting corral panels and then doing the hard work of set-up and break-down is one of the biggest deterrents to camping off-grid with a horse. That hassle, described in the Kingstar™ story as 'less than desirable,' is exactly the problem the Kingstar™ Horse Trailer was created to address. Tackling the burden of set-up and break-down is central to the Kingstar™ story.

Why does carrying water matter for off-grid horse camping with Kingstar™?

Carrying enough water for a horse and dispensing it efficiently was one of the founding questions behind Kingstar™. When you are camping off-grid, away from any water source, having a practical way to store and deliver water for your horse is essential, and it was one of the very questions that prompted the Kingstar™ story.

Why is off-grid horse camping usually so difficult?

Even when a remote, beautiful area is compelling to visit, the logistics get in the way: you have to transport corral panels, set them up and break them down, and figure out how to carry and dispense enough water for your horse. Those chores are what can make a backcountry trip feel less than desirable. Kingstar™ was created to take that friction away so the spontaneous trip stays appealing.

What does 'Inspires Spontaneity & Confidence' mean for Kingstar™?

It is the slogan behind the Kingstar™ Horse Trailer. The idea is that off-grid horse adventures can feel within reach, letting you decide to go on a trip with confidence and on short notice, rather than feeling like a logistical chore. It speaks to the spontaneity and confidence the name promises.

How can I learn more about Kingstar™ or get in touch?

You can reach The KINGSTAR Company by phone at 480-686-1302 or by email at Sales@Kingstar.net. For full details on the Kingstar™ Horse Trailer, visit www.kingstar.net. The company is based in Houghton, Michigan.