Primitive Camping 2024 (Seasonal Permit)
Hardin County Conservation Headquarters, Hardin County
Thursday, October 31, 2024
* Even though the "event
date" is 10/31/24, the permit is good for the days paid for and reported
on the registration form.
Primitive camping is available at
numerous parks in Hardin County including: Bigelow Park, Cross' Ford River
Access, David Bates Memorial Park, Eagle City Park, Iowa Falls River Access,
Lepley Park, and Reece Memorial Park.
Fees:
Seasonal Permit: $100/unit per camping
season
A seasonal permit will allow you to camp in any designated primitive camping area in Hardin County for that year's camping season (April-October).
Daily Permit: $10/unit per night - Daily permits are valid for the number of days paid for, the first night is the night that registration and payment is received.
You
must visit the Daily Permit Registration page to purchase and register.
A unit is considered an RV/camper or tent. You may have multiple persons staying in each unit, the permit is not a per-person fee.
Registration:
To be considered a registered camper
you must:
- Pay for your permit by
selecting “Register Online” located at the top right corner of this page. Your
license plate number must be reported under the comments section at check-out
to be considered a registered camper.
- Register within 30
minutes of arrival.
Once registered, campers will receive an
email confirmation for their online payment which will serve as proof of
registration.
Park Rules & Regulations:
Hardin County Rules & Regulations
*Each primitive park enforces a 14-day
stay limit for both daily and annual permit holders. Campers must leave the
park once they reach this limit. However, they are welcome to visit other
primitive camping parks.
