Dakins East Site 03 - Pay at Site

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This is an "Instant Pay" (pay on site) water/electric site.

This site is available on a first-come, first-served basis only by scanning the "Instant Pay Registration" QR Code.  A camping unit must be  set up on the site for the reservation to be valid.

The occupancy limit is 14 consecutive days; campers must leave for 48 hours.

There are no refunds available for cancellations, reserving an "Instant Pay" site while already occupied, or reserving an "Instant Pay" site when not on the site.

Moving between sites is not allowed unless approved by a park ranger.

Check-in/check-out time is 3 p.m.

For a complete list of park rules please visit http://www.storycountyconservation.org/.


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

Location Dakins Lake East Campground is located on the northeast side of the lake
12635 710th Avenue
Zearing, IA 50278 


Amenities

  • Carry in/carry out refuse
  • Dump station
  • Electricity
  • Fire ring
  • Firewood available
  • On-site resident host
  • Pet Friendly
  • Picnic Table
  • Shower facilities
  • 30 amp and 50 amp electrical service
  • Camping pad is approximately 18' by 65' with and area adjacent to the gravel pad
  • Pit toilets nearby
  • Shower house with flush toilets and hot water is located in the main campground and available to all registered guests
  • Firewood available for purchase from the campground attendant located in site 30 in the main campground
  • Sand volleyball court, 2 miles of trails, and public fishing (no swimming allowed)
  • Dump station and water hydrant available in the main campground
Water/sewer services (dump stations, water hydrants, and modern restrooms/shower facilities) may be closed at any time to prevent freezing even though the campground may remain open.

Fees

$23.00/night (plus $4.00 fee per transaction)

 

Reservable sites require:

Weekends (Friday & Saturday) - 2 night minimum

Holiday weekends (Friday & Saturday, plus the holiday) - 3 night minimum


Hours of Operation & Seasons

Campground is open April - October

Disclaimer: During the early and late camping seasons, facilities may be closed and unavailable due to cold temperatures. No refunds will be issued for reservations made during these times. 


Address

70613 130th Street
Ph: 515-232-2516

Zearing, IA, 50278


Closures

Campground is closed November - March


Availability


Where You'll Be


Story County

Story County Conservation serves the citizens of central Iowa by managing parks and natural areas including Hickory Grove Park, near Colo, Dakins Lake, near Zearing, and McFarland Park, near Ames. Located close to Iowa State University in Ames, the Story County Conservation Center at McFarland Park provides a central location for environmental education opportunities for every age. The over 3,500 acres managed by Story County Conservation include wildlife and public hunting areas, water recreation accesses, and native and restored prairies.

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