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Chichaqua Bottoms Greenbelt - Youth Area

8700 NE 126 Avenue
Ph: 515-967-2596
Maxwell, IA, 50161

This camping area is for youth groups only. This grass, walk-in only campsite is nestled in among mature walnut, ash, and white pine trees. Situated along an ox-bow of the Skunk River meanders, this site provides a remote setting for youth groups looking for an opportunity to camp without the  impact of neighbors.

 

Youth Group Definition: "All groups reserving this campsite must be composed of persons 17 years of age and under which is sponsored by and accompanied by adult representatives of a formal organization, including but not limited to Boy and Girl Scouts of America, churches, Young Men and Women’s Christian Association. Chaperoned Organized Youth Group DOES NOT include families of a formal organization. All groups reserving this site are subject to verification from park staff upon arrival." *Section 13-I of Polk County Conservation Rules and Regulations. 

 

Sites may be reserved up to one-year in advance and in advance of setting up campsite.

We have a limited refund policy; however, if you need to change your reservation you have one opportunity to reschedule. Details regarding the advance notification requirement, change and cancellation fees can be found in the Facility Contract accepted at time of booking.

Additional campsites, both electric and non-electric, are only available on a first come, first served basis. Visit the Things to Do tab on our website for more information: www.leadingyououtdoors.org.

Location

Park address: 8700 NE 126 Avenue Maxwell, IA 50161

Location: 100 yards north of the Area #3 parking lot. Maps of the area can be found on our website at http://www.polkcountyiowa.gov/conservation/things-to-do/camping/. 

Amenities

·       Water: hydrants are located in the SW corner of the main campground and on the east side of the shop/office building

·        ADA accessible: No

·        Pad surfacing: Grass

·        Pad width: NA

·        Camp pad length: NA

·        Overall campsite width: Circular area, 125 ft. across (includes picnic area)

·        Max. vehicle length: NA

·        Slide-out side limits: None

·        Site type: Grass

·        Extra vehicle allowed at site: All vehicles are to be parked in the lot located 100 yards south of site (Area 3)

·        Shade: Partial

·        Slope: Level

·        Restrooms: ADA accessible kybo is located just north of the parking lot

·        Shower house: Located on the south side of the main campground

·        Trash dumpster: Trash cans are located at the entrance to the parking lot

·        Dump station: NA

·        Fire ring: Yes

·        Firewood: available for purchase from camp host or park ranger upon request.
Dump station
Fire ring
Firewood available
Picnic Table
Refuse cans
Restroom
Shower facilities

Fees

Camping rate: $25/per night 

Capacity: maximum number of people allowed to camp at site is 30 people.

Reservations may be made up to ONE YEAR to date in advance. Reservations are required. 

Hours of Operation & Seasons

Summer Hours: 6:30 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.

Winter Hours: Sunrise to sunset 

Upon entering park after hours, vehicle may be stopped by ranger requesting their campsite number and name of the party registered to the site. 

Closures

April 1 (weather dependent)

·        Shower house closed.

April 15 through October 15

·        Water and modern restroom/shower facilities are open. These facilities may open earlier and stay open later depending on weather conditions.

October 16 through April 14

·        Shower house closed.

December 1 through March 31

       ·       Gravel roads in camp areas are closed to vehicular traffic. Shower house closed. 

Permits

Park rules and regulations can be found by following the link below.