Bur Oak - Cabin 2

Hitchcock Nature Center | Pottawattamie County, IA

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  • I understand that pets are not allowed inside the cabin and that failure to abide by this regulation may result in a $75 fine and/or cleaning fee.
  • I agree to clean the property to the conditions set forth on the Cabin Cleaning Policy as posted in the cabin and agree to be held responsible for any damages to the cabin, its contents or the surrounding property.
  • I am at least 21 years of age.

Rental Contract Agreement

  • Check-in time is 4:00 p.m.
  • Check-out time is 12:00 p.m.
  • The minimum age to reserve a cabin is 21
  • Smoking is NOT allowed in the cabins
  • Two vehicles allowed per cabin
  • No tents or RV’s are allowed at the cabin site
  • No pets are allowed inside or around the cabin. Failure to abide by this regulation may result in a $75 fine and/or cleaning fee.
  •  The maximum number of occupants is 5
  •  Keg beer is prohibited
  • Campground quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. –6:00 a.m.
  •  All non-registered visitors must leave by 10:00 p.m.
  • Renters are responsible for cleaning the cabins before checking out.  Cleaning supplies are provided
  • Two-night minimum stay on weekends from April 1st through October 31st

Cancellation Policy

Date Changes
All date changes must be made by calling the Park Office at  (712) 328-5833.   Recognize that we must first administratively cancel your existing online reservation, and then create a second reservation for the new date. An Administrative Fee of $25 will be assessed to complete this transaction. Please consider this procedure prior to making your initial reservation. (NOTE: Date changes will not be allowed within two weeks of the scheduled reservation)

Refund Policy

Please understand at the time of booking your reservation that you immediately prohibit other people from reserving and utilizing that facility - they therefore go elsewhere to locate a facility for that date. We will observe a NON-REFUNDABLE RESERVATION policy with the following exceptions: 

  • Accident, serious injury or death of an immediate family member 
  • Travel conditions where a substantial risk is required in order to travel such as a winter storm where a travel advisory has been issued 
  • We are unable to provide your facility (or like facility) in operable condition for the date of your event

ALL cancellations or requests for refunds for the reasons above cannot be done online and must be made by calling the Park Office at  (712) 328-5833.

Book this Cabin Online

This rustic cabin provides a perfect family get away in a gorgeous Loess Hills setting. Camping cabins sleep up to five people and provide heating and air conditioning, electricity, refrigerator, microwave oven, table and chairs. Just outside each cabin, is a water hydrant, picnic table, fire ring and grill. 

Restrictions:

  • Campground quiet hours: 10:00 pm to 6:00 am
  • Two vehicles per cabin
  • Keg beer prohibited
  • Pets allowed in cabin only with Ranger Approval
  • Pets are not allowed inside the cabin. Failure to abide by this regulation may result in a $75 fine and/or cleaning fee.
  • No Smoking in cabins

Please understand at the time of booking your reservation that you immediately prohibit other people from reserving and utilizing that facility - they therefore go elsewhere to locate a facility for that date. We will observe a NON-REFUNDABLE RESERVATION policy with the following exceptions:  

  • Accident, serious injury or death of an immediate family member 
  • Travel conditions where a substantial risk is required in order to travel such as a winter storm where a travel advisory has been issued 
  • We are unable to provide your facility (or like facility) in operable condition for the date of your event
PLEASE NOTE:  The Hitchcock Nature Center campground and cabins are open year-round but the water in the campground is turned off and the dumpstation is closed during the winter months.  Primitive restrooms are available for use in the campground.  Please plan your visit accordingly.  We recommend contacting the campground office directly to confirm water availability between October 15th and April 1st.  No refunds will be granted for reservations cancelled due to lack of water.

 ALL cancellations or requests for refunds for the reasons above cannot be done online and must be made by calling the park office at  (712) 328-5833.

Check-In / Out Availability Check-in is after 04:00 PM and check-out is before 12:00 PM.

Location PARK CONTACT INFORMATION:
Hitchcock Nature Center
27792 Ski Hill Loop
Honey Creek, IA 51542
PHONE: (712) 545-3283

Hitchcock Nature Center is located in Honey Creek, IA just 20 minutes from Council Bluffs, IA and downtown Omaha, NE. Follow Interstate 29 to exit 61A. Turn north on the Old Lincoln Hwy and follow it 5 miles to Page Lane. Follow signs to park entrance.

Amenities

  • A/C
  • Electricity
  • Fire ring
  • Firewood available
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Heating
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Pets prohibited
  • Picnic Table
  • Refuse cans
  • Shower facilities
  • Table with chairs
  • Wi-Fi

Our one room cabins are 256 square feet and 16'x16'.  The cabins sleep up to five and provide heating & air conditioning, electricity, refrigerator, a microwave oven, table, and chairs. Just outside each cabin you will find a water hydrant, picnic table, fire ring, and grill. Restrooms and our modern shower house are within walking distance.

What do I need to bring? Bedding Pillows Towels Cooking supplies Charcoal Coffee maker Alarm clock Radio Lawn chairs

Fees

  • $53.00/night
  • Minimum of two consecutive nights rental on weekends April 1st - October 31st & three consecutive nights for holiday weekends including Memorial Day, Independence Day, & Labor Day
  • Maximum stay of 14 days
  • Cabin rental must be in the name of a person 21 years of age or older who will be present at the facility for the full term of the reservation
  • This overnight fee includes a 5% statewide Hotel/Motel Consumer's Use Tax imposed on the rental of recreational cabins
  • This overnight fee includes a 3% credit card processing fee
  • Firewood for sale to campers and cabin renters, $5 per bundle

Hours of Operation & Seasons

Camping Cabins are available for rental throughout the year.  Water is turned off during the winter season.  We recommend contacting the campground office directly to confirm water availability between October 15th and April 1st.  No refunds will be granted for reservations cancelled due to lack of water.
Trails and Main Park Hours: 6am to 10pm

Address

27792 Ski Hill Loop
Ph: 712-545-3283

Honey Creek, IA, 51542

Closures

Trails close for five days in December for the first weekend of shotgun season.

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Where You'll Be

Pottawattamie County

Pottawattamie Conservation is located in southwest Iowa (Council Bluffs) and is home to the award-winning Hitchcock Nature Center. Additionally, the Pottawattamie County Conservation Board manages 12 parks and natural areas encompassing some 2,300 acres across the county.

Please visit our website for the latest information:
www.pottconservation.com

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