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    • I understand cancellation fees apply. No refund if cancelled within 7 days of reservation.
    • I understand if I change my reservation, I will be charged $10. No changes allowed within 7 days of reservation.
    • I have read and understand the cancellation and refund policy.

    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 and post your camping receipt on the provided site marker. 
    • 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)
    • Any modifications you make to an existing reservation will be assessed a $10 change fee. 
    • Name of person on contract will be the only person who can make modifications to the camping reservation. 
    • All reservation modifications must be made by calling the PCCB office at 515-323-5300.
    • In order to make any modification to an existing reservation, the request must be made a minimum of 7 days prior to the date on which the campsite is reserved. 
    • If the modification is a change in campsite and the cost of the campsite to which you are changing to reserves at a higher fee, you will be asked to pay the difference in cost. If the cost of the campsite to which you are changing to rents at a lesser fee, renter forfeits the difference in cost. 

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancellations cannot be done on the website and must be made by calling the PCCB office a minimum of 7 days prior to the date on which the campsite(s) is reserved to qualify for a partial refund (see Refund Policy).

    Refund Policy

    • If you cancel your reservation more than 7 days prior to the date on which the campsite(s) is/are reserved, 50% of your reservation is NON-REFUNDABLE.
    • If you cancel your reservation less than 7 days prior to the date on which the campsite(s) is/are reserved, 100% of facility reservation is NON-REFUNDABLE.
    • If a reservation is cancelled by PCCB due to a natural disaster or if by some means the campsite is unusable, a full refund will be issued to the person that made the original reservation.
    • Refunds will be issued to person who paid for the reservation.

    PLEASE NOTE: All reservable electric sites at Jester Park (Campground 1) will close September 5th, 2023 for electrical and cosmetic upgrades. Reservations for 2024 will open 2/1/24 to confirm renovations are complete prior to booking. Don’t forget to book your spots at our other great campsites at Thomas Mitchell Park, Yellow Banks Park and Chichaqua Bottoms Greenbelt.

    Reservable sites may be reserved up to one-year in advance and must be made prior to setting up campsite.

    Making reservations prior to arrival:

    ·        Go to www.mycountyparks.com website

    ·        Enter dates

    ·        Select campsite and follow booking process

    ·        Don’t find what you are looking for? Search without dates and click on campsite availability calendar

    Making Reservations at a Reservable Campsite:

    ·        Scan QR code posted on the site marker. If no QR code present, this site does not accept online reservations and is a first-come, first-served site only.

    ·        Follow booking process.

    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, may be 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

    Jester Park, 12130 NW 128th St., Granger, Iowa, 50109

     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
    • Pressurized water
    • Restroom
    • Shower facilities

    ·        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: 54 ft.

    ·        Overall campsite width: 32 (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 showerhouse 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/night

    Hours of Operation & Seasons

    Summer Hours: 6:30 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.
    Winter Hours: Sunrise to sunset 

     

     Season (April 1 - November 30) 

    Address

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

    Granger, IA, 50109

    Closures

    Off Season (December 1 - March 31)

    Gravel roads in camp areas closed to vehicular traffic. Shower house and modern restrooms closed.

    Permits

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

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

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