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Dakins East Site 09 Tent Only - Pay at Site

70613 130th Street
Ph: 515-232-2516
Zearing, IA, 50278
This Facility is only availble for Pay on Site.

This is a non-electric, tent only, "Instant Pay" (pay on site) site

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 campsites is not allowed unless approved by a park ranger.

Only one tent is allowed per campsite.  An additional tent may be placed on the site if it is used and occupied by minor children only of the registered camper.

Generators are not allowed.

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

The campsite must be registered under the name of a person 18 years of age or older who will occupy the camping unit on that site for the full term of the registration.

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

Location

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

Amenities

  • Pit toilets are nearby
  • Shower house with flush toilets and hot water (located in the main campground) available to all registered guests
  • Firewood available for purchase from the campground attendant located in site 30 in the main campground
  • Sand volleyball court 
  • Reservable picnic shelter
  • Natural playscape (located by the main campground)
  • 2 miles of trails
  • Public fishing is allowed on the 20-acre lake (no swimming allowed)
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.
Carry in/carry out refuse
Fire ring
Firewood available
On-site resident host
Pet Friendly
Picnic Table
Shower facilities

Fees

$15.00/night (plus $4.00 fee per transaction)

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. 

Closures

Campground is closed November - March