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TM nonelectric site T11, primitive

GPS address: 4520 NE 108 St.
Ph: 515-967-4889
Mitchellville, IA, 50169

This primitive campsite is nestled amongst mature oak, hickory and ash trees.  The close proximity to the Des Moines makes this camp area a popular spot.

 

Sites may be reserved up to one-year in advance of the date of reservation. Reservations are required prior to setting up your campsite by booking in advance or utilizing QR code found on site marker at campsite.

We have a limited refund policy; however, if you need to change your reservation you have one opportunity to reschedule. Details regarding the advance notification requirement, change and cancellation fees can be found in the Facility Contract accepted at time of booking.

All sites in Thomas Mitchell Park require online reservations as of January 2022.  Visit the Polk County Conservation website for more information about campsites at this and other Polk County Conservation parks: www.leadingyououtdoors.org

Location

Park address: 4520 NE 108 St. Mitchellville, IA 50169

Location: at the end of the main park road, south of the playground and shelter houses Maps of the area can be found on our website at http://www.polkcountyiowa.gov/conservation/things-to-do/camping/.

Amenities

·        Electricity: None

·        Water: Hydrant is located along the road across from electric site #3.

·        ADA accessible: No

·        Pad surfacing: Grass, walk in 

·        Pad width: NA

·       Max. vehicle length: NA; please park in designated areas

·        Site type: grass, tent only in sites T1-T9; T10-T12 can accommodate small camping units 

·        Shade: Partial

·        Restrooms: at the entrance to the camping area

·        Shower house: Near entrance of camping area

·        Trash dumpster: Provided in gravel parking area 

·        Fire ring: Yes

·        Firewood: available for purchase from camp host or park ranger upon request.
Fire ring
Firewood available
On-site resident host
Pet Friendly
Picnic Table
Restroom
Shower facilities

Fees

Nonelectric Campsite Rate: $20/per night (April 1-November 30)

No additional discounts apply to reservable sites. All Thomas Mitchell Park campsites are to be reserved online prior to setting up campsite.


Capacity: maximum number of people allowed to camp at site is 6 people.

Reservations may be made up to ONE YEAR to date in advance.

Minimum stay required for advance reservations:  

Daily - 1 night minimum; 

Holiday weekends - 3 night minimum

Hours of Operation & Seasons

Summer Hours: 6:30 a.m. - 10:30 p.m. 

Winter Hours: Sunrise to sunset   

Upon entering park after hours, vehicle may be stopped by ranger requesting their campsite number and name of the party registered to the site.

April 1 through November 30

·        Reservations are required for all sites.

·        Water and modern restroom/shower facilities are open. These facilities may open/close earlier depending on weather conditions.  

Closures

December 1 through March 31

·        Gravel roads in camp areas closed to vehicular traffic. Shower house is closed.

·        Only hike-in tent camping is available at this time. Campers must self-register at the campground kiosk within one hour of setting up camp.

Permits

Park rules and regulations can be found by following the link below.