Gravel, back-in campsites along the banks of Camp Creek.

 

Sites may be reserved up to one-year in advance. All Thomas Mitchell campsites require online reservations prior to setting up camping unit. 

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.

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: 4520 NE 108 St. Mitchellville, IA 50169

Location: at the end of the main park road, south of the playground and shelter houses 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

 

Season (April 15 through October 15)

·        Water and modern restroom/shower facilities are open.

Off Season (April 1 – 14; October 16 – November 30)

·        Shower house and modern restrooms may be closed.

Off Season (December 1 - March 31)

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

·        Only hike-in tent camping is available at this time. Campers must self-register at the campground kiosk within one hour of setting up camp.

Youth area is open for reservations all year long.

 

Site amenities:

·        Electricity: 

20 amp service: Yes

30 amp service: Yes

50 amp service: Yes

·        Water: hydrant is located along the street across from site #3.

·        ADA accessible: No

·        Pad surfacing: Gravel

·        Pad width: NA

·        Camp pad length: 52 ft.

·        Overall campsite width: 30 ft. (includes picnic area)

·        Max. vehicle length: 52 ft.

·        Slide-out side limits: None

·        Site type: Back-in only

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

·        Shade: Mostly sunny

·        Slope: Slight slope

·        Restrooms: at the entrance to the camping area

·        Shower house: Near entrance of camping area

·        Trash dumpster: Near entrance of camping area

·        Dump station: Located across from the showerhouse

·        Fire ring: Yes

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


Fees

Electric Camping rate: $25/per night

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

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

Minimum stay required for advance reservations:  

Daily - 1 night minimum;  

Holiday weekends - 3 night minimum


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.

April 1 through November 30

·        Reservations are required for all sites at Thomas Mitchell.

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


Address

GPS address: 4520 NE 108 St.
Ph: 515-967-4889

Mitchellville, IA, 50169


Closures

Off Season (December 1 - March 31)

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


Permits

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


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