Jester Park Site 101, electric no longer availabl

This site has electricity and is a graveled, back-in campsite nestled amongst mature oak and walnut trees.  The close proximity to Saylorville Lake makes this camp area a popular spot.  

 

Reservable sites may be reserved up to one-year in advance and must be made prior to setting up campsite. Utilize QR code found on site post if booking at 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


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

Location

Park address: 12130 NW 128th St., Granger, Iowa, 50109

Location: lower loop of Camp Area #1. 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
  • Restroom
  • Shower facilities

Site Amenities include:

·        Electricity: 

20 amp service: yes

30 amp service: yes

50 amp service: no

·        Water: hydrants nearby, see map for details

·        ADA accessible: No

·        Pad surfacing: Gravel

·        Pad width: 12 ft.

·        Camp pad length: 55 ft.

·        Overall campsite width: 30 (includes picnic area)

·        Max. vehicle length: 54 ft.

·        Slide-out side limits: None

·        Site type: Back-in only

·        Extra vehicle allowed at site: Yes, on gravel pad only

·        Shade: Partial

·        Slope: Level

·        Restrooms: Upper shower house is located near the fee booth

·        Shower house: Near fee booth

·        Trash dumpster: Provided at the entrance of campground

·        Dump station: located near the NW Jester Park Drive park entrance

·        Fire ring: Yes

·        Firewood: available for purchase.


Fees

·        Electric $25/nt.

·        Non-electric $20/nt.

·        Non-electric Group

·        Chaperoned, Organized Youth Group* Camp areas $25/nt. (all year)

*Approved groups of persons 17 years & under, with adult representatives. See section 13-I Rules and Regulations


Hours of Operation & Seasons

Summer Hours (April 1-October 31): 6:30 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.

Winter Hours (November 1- March 31): 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.

April 1 through November 30

·        Reservations are required for all sites in Campground 1 at Jester Park

·        Water and modern restroom/shower facilities are guaranteed to be open 4/15-10/15; however, facilities may open earlier and stay open later depending on weather conditions.  


Address

12130 NW 128th Street
Ph: 515-323-5300

Granger, IA, 50109


Closures

 April 15 - October 15

·         Water & modern restroom/shower facilities are open (may open earlier/stay open later weather depending)

October 16 - April 14

·         Shower house closed

December 1- March 31

·         Gravel roads in camp areas closed to vehicular traffic

 


Permits

Capacity: 6 people max per campsite
Park rules and regulations can be found by following the link below. 


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