Thomas Mitchell, Site 29, Electric
This site has electricity and is a graveled, back-in campsite nestled amongst the trees. This site is backed up to camp creek with a mature tree covered bluff rising up behind. The close proximity to the Des Moines makes this camp area a popular spot.
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 if completed at least 7 days prior to stay. 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
· Electricity:
20 amp service: Yes
30 amp service: Yes
50 amp service: Yes
· Water: hydrant is located along the road across from site #3. See map for details.
· ADA accessible: No
· Pad surfacing: Gravel
· Pad width: 13 ft.
· Camp pad length: 50 ft.
· Overall campsite width: 20 ft. (includes picnic area)
· Max. vehicle length: 64 ft.
· Slide-out side limits: None
· Site type: Back-in only
· Extra vehicle allowed at site: Yes, if kept on the gravel pad
· Shade: Full
· Slope: Level
· Restrooms: Shower house is located near camp host site
· Shower house: Near camp host site
· Trash dumpster: Near entrance of camping area
· Dump station: Located near entrance of campground, potable water available
· 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
December 1 through March 31
· Gravel roads in camp areas closed to vehicular traffic. Shower house is closed
Permits
Park rules and regulations can be found by following the link below.