Campgrounds
Big Hollow Recreation Area Campgrounds Big Hollow is Des Moines County's premiere outdoor recreation destination. It is home to a 178-acre lake with excellent fishing, a swimming beach, and boat ramp. The park also features an extensive trail system, an observatory, and a shooting range (membership required). Half of the RV sites are reservable online at MyCountyParks.com. | |
Welter Recreation Area Campgrounds Located along the quiet banks of the Skunk River, Welter Recreation Area is Des Moines County Conservation's southernmost Recreation Area. It has been developed primarily as a camping destination and is popular among picnickers, RVers, tent campers, and boaters. | |
4th Pumping Station Campground The 4th Pumping Plant Recreation Area north of Burlington is a popular destination for picnickers, RVers, tent campers, and boaters. The park is located along the Mississippi River and offers a total of 46 campsites. Of these campsites, 22 have electricity. |
Rates
- Basic Electric Site: $15/night
- Full Hookup Site (Sewer/Water/Electric): $20/night
- Primitive/Tent Site: $10/night
Rules
The same basic rules apply to all DMCC campgrounds with a few exceptions. Be sure to check the rules posted at each campground.
- All campers at non-reserved sites must self register
- Maximum length of stay is fourteen (14) days
- All pets must be on a leash
- Fires permitted only in containers provided
- Do not remove or deface natural features or park structures
- No littering
- No golf carts. ATV’s / UTV’s must follow Des Moines County ordinance #56
- Keep all vehicles on roads or designated parking areas
- Quiet hours: 10:30 p.m. - 6 a.m.
Complete rules can be found HERE.
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Conservation Office
Physical Address
13700 Washington Rd.
West Burlington, IA 52655
Mailing Address
13700 Washington Rd.
West Burlington, IA 52655
Phone: (319) 753-8260Emergency: 911
Sheriff's Office: (319) 753-8366
Hours
Administration Office
Weekdays: 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
Starr's Cave Nature Center
April 1 - September 30
Weekdays: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Saturdays: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
October 1 - March 31
Weekdays: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Closed on weekends
Park Hours
6:00 AM - 10:30 PM
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Conservation Office
Physical Address
13700 Washington Rd.
West Burlington, IA 52655
Mailing Address
13700 Washington Rd.
West Burlington, IA 52655
Phone: (319) 753-8260Emergency: 911
Sheriff's Office: (319) 753-8366
Rates
Basic Electric Site: $15/night
Full Hookup Site (Sewer/Water/Electric): $20/night
Primitive/Tent Site: $10/night
Note: The Campgrounds at the 4th Pumping Station and Welter Recreation Area are first-come, first-served. Campsites may not be reserved in advance.
Some RV campsites at Big Hollow Recreation Area are reservable online. Follow the link below.
Emergency Contact Phone NUMBER:
911
Non-Emergency:
Des Moines County Conservation: 319-753-8260
Des Moines County Sheriff Department: 319-753-8366