• I understand that I must be at this site and set up at time of booking.
  • I understand that my reservation will not qualify for any refunds or changes once booked.

Rental Contract Agreement

POLK COUNTY CONSERVATION BOARD
CAMPING RESERVATION CONTRACT

By agreeing with these terms and conditions, you represent that you are 18 years or older and that you are authorized to make the reservation on behalf of your camping party. You further agree to assume full responsibility for the acts, negligence or omissions of the members of your camping party. 

Polk County Conservation Board (PCCB) Park Rules and Regulations are to be followed. Click on the following link to obtain: PCCB Rules & Regulations Brochure

CHECK-IN / CHECK-0UT 
Check-in time : After 3:00 PM but before posted park closing times
Checkout time: Before 2:00 PM

GETTING INTO YOUR CAMPSITE
• A camping unit is required. A camping unit is defined as a tent, trailer or motor vehicle specifically designed for such use as a temporary residence at a camp area. 
• Set up your camping unit on the reserved site. 
• Park staff can be contacted at: 
• Jester Park – (515) 249-3229 
• Chichaqua Bottoms Greenbelt – (515) 249-0702 
• Thomas Mitchell Park – (515) 249-1753 
• Yellow Banks Park – (515) 250-1031 

GENERAL INFORMATION
• Violation of any state law or county regulation by any member of a camping party is cause for revocation of the camping privilege and the entire camping party may be required to leave the area. 
• A camping party consists of no more than six (6) person(s) or is your immediate family of dependent children that will be occupying this campsite. 
• No camping party or camping unit of any kind shall occupy any camp area for more than 14 days out of any 17-day period. 
• No camping unit shall be left unoccupied for more than 24 hours. Unattended camping equipment beyond the 24 hour limit is subject to impoundment. Camping equipment which may be impounded shall be removed and disposed of as provided by law. 
• It is unlawful for more than one camping party to occupy a campsite. 

PARKING 
It is unlawful to park any motor vehicle other than in a designated parking area. Vehicle(s) parked at a camp site where a camping pad is available must be parked on the camping pad not the roadway or turf.

PETS 
• Pets must be kept on a leash at all times (leash not to exceed six feet). 
• Pets shall not be left unattended outside the camping unit. 

GARBAGE 
All garbage and litter must be placed in proper receptacles. 

BEER / WINE REQUIREMENTS 
Keg beer and liquor are prohibited in campgrounds. 

VISITORS
All visitors must depart the area by park closing time.

SMOKING
Polk County Conservation is a smoke-free environment. Click on the following link to obtain a copy of the PCCB’s Clean Air Policy: PCCB Clean Air Policy

RESERVATION MODIFICATIONS (INCLUDING DATE CHANGE)
Due to having to be booked same day, this site does not qualify for any refunds or changes once booked.

Cancellation Policy

Due to having to be booked same day, this site does not qualify for any refunds or changes once booked.

Refund Policy

Due to having to be booked same day, this site does not qualify for any refunds or changes once booked.

Campsite #12 is a paved campsite with electricity.

 

TENT/CAMPER MUST BE SET UP PRIOR TO ONLINE REGISTRATION AND MUST BE REGISTERED WITHIN 1 HOUR. SITES BOOKED PRIOR TO BEING SET UP/PRESENT  WILL RESULT IN LOSS OF RESERVATION/PAYMENT.  

 

This site is pay-at-site only (must be booked at Campground using QR code). 

Check-In / Out Availability Check-in is after 03:00 PM and check-out is before 02:00 PM.

Location

Park address: 8700 NE 126 Avenue Maxwell, IA 50161

Location: near shower house in the main campground just north of the park maintenance shop. Maps of the area can be found on our website at http://www.polkcountyiowa.gov/conservation/things-to-do/camping/. 

Amenities

  • Dump station
  • Electricity
  • Fire ring
  • Firewood available
  • On-site resident host
  • Pet Friendly
  • Picnic Table
  • Refuse cans
  • Restroom
  • Shower facilities

Electricity:

20 amp service: Yes

30 amp service: Yes

50 amp service: Yes

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

·        ADA accessible: No

·        Pad surfacing: 35’ pavement; remainder of paid is 3/8’ compacted

·        Pad width: NA

·        Camp pad length: 55 ft.

·        Slide-out side limits: None

·        Site type: Back-in only

·        Extra vehicle allowed at site: Yes, if kept on the pad

·        Shade: partial

·        Slope: Level

·        Restrooms: No facilities at campsite. Nearest restroom located at main campground.

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

·        Trash dumpster: Dumpster located on the north side of the campground

·        Dump station: No

·        Fire ring: Yes

·        Firewood: available for purchase from camp host or park ranger upon request.

Fees

Camping rate: $25/per night 


Capacity: maximum number of people allowed to camp at site is 6 people.

Instant pay-at-site only-- must be at park at time of registration to book.

Hours of Operation & Seasons

Summer Hours: 6:30 a.m. - 10:30 p.m. (daylight savings time)

Winter Hours: Sunrise to sunset  (standard time)

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

 April1 through November 30

·        Sites available for instant-pay reservations at site only.

          ·        Water and modern restroom/shower facilities are only guaranteed between 4/15-10/15. These facilities may open earlier and/or stay open later depending on weather conditions.   

Address

8700 NE 126 Avenue
Ph: 515-967-2596

Maxwell, IA, 50161

Closures

April 1-November 30 (weather dependent)

·   All campsites open for instant-pay at site only

December 1 through March 31

  • Gravel roads in camp areas are closed to vehicular traffic.
 

Permits

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

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