Wilson Foundation Off-Grid Cabin

Two bedroom off-grid cabin (no running water, solar powered lights) with open living/dining room area and covered porch. One bedroom with a queen size bed and one with two double beds. Living area has couch, coffee table, four-person dining table with chairs, and concrete countertop in one corner. A portable restroom, campfire ring, upright charcoal grill, picnic table, sitting benches, and serving station are provided outside. The serving station has a concrete countertop, sink and a cistern pump connected to a rain barrel for non-potable water needs. Cabin Rental includes free canoe usage, instructions are in cabin. Pets are not allowed at the cabin.

Sleeps 6; maximum capacity: 10

Cabin Rules & Regulations

• Smoking is prohibited in the cabins
• No flame-producing devices (candles, lanterns, etc.) allowed in the cabin
• Quiet hours are 10:30 p.m. - 6:00 a.m.
• Non-registered guests must leave by 10:30 p.m.
• Responsible party of record will be held responsible for any damages or theft that occurs
• Pets are not allowed in the cabin
• No one under the age of 21 is allowed to occupy a cabin unless that minor is accompanied by a parent or legal guardian, 21 years or older
• Maximum number of occupants: 10; Cabin is furnished to sleep 6
• No camping trailers or tents may be at the cabins; please use the campground
• Keep all vehicles on roads or designated parking areas
• No outside firewood may be brought in. Firewood is available at Big Hollow, three pieces for $1.
• Only paper and wood products may be burned in the fire ring. Fires must be contained completely within the ring.
• Park Rangers have authority to refuse rental privileges and rescind any and all rental permits for cause
• All Park Rules & Regulations of Des Moines County Conservation apply

• Sleeping bags/bedding/pillows
  • Note: the mattresses are very firm. Bring extra padding or blankets if you prefer a softer bed.
• Cookware, dishes and utensils
• Outdoor cooking stove
• Fresh water
• Dish soap and dish towels
• Flashlights/lanterns and extra batteries
  • Note: No flame-producing devices are allowed in the cabin.
• Trash bags
• Lawn chairs
• Charcoal

Des Moines County Conservation is located in southeastern Iowa adjacent to the Mississippi & Skunk Rivers within Des Moines County which has an area of 261,760 acres or approximately 409 square miles. Within this county, the DMCCB manages 20 individual parks, recreation areas, river accesses and wildlife areas encompassing more than 2,000 acres.