Eveland Access

Discover Eveland Access in Oskaloosa

Eveland Access is a 56-acre multi-use recreation area located 4 miles southwest of Beacon.  It is adjacent to the Des Moines River. Eveland boasts a 44-unit campground, divided into the east (22.5 acres) and west (33.5 acres - this includes area of the cabins) sides, containing electric sites, drinking water, picnic shelter and playground equipment. The concrete boat ramp at Eveland is one of the finest in the county and has been the gateway to many adventures on the Des Moines River. Camping ($20.00 per night - 14 consecutive night limit)

Mahaska County has two cabins that will comfortably sleep 6 (maximum capacity 10); two bedrooms, a full bathroom, living room and kitchen. Reservations for the cabins are made online, go to the facility tab to view the calendar.

Hunting is accessible at several neighboring MCCB public areas however, hunting is NOT allowed at the Eveland Access area (which includes the campgrounds and the cabins). Nearby is Bluff Creek ATV Park which offers off-road ATV trails; however, off-roading and/or operating an ATV is NOT allowed on the Eveland Access area.

Features Available at Various Facilities

• A/C
• Cooking / eating utensils
• Electricity
• Fire ring
• Firewood available
• Handicap Accessible
• Heating
• Microwave
• Pets prohibited
• Picnic Table
• Pressurized water
• Restroom
• Table with chairs