North Overlook Camp, Pella, IA

North Overlook Camp in Marion county is located 53 min east of Des Moines, IA with an elevation of 818 feet. There are a total of 49 campsites. The campground is normally open from the end of April to the beginning of October. 43 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 46 and 84 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 43 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $14.00 to $20.00.

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(641) 828-7522 (Information)
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$14 - $20

Campsite Reviews (65)

4.6 out of 5

5 star		63%
4 star		29%
3 star		5%
2 star		2%
1 star		0%

@RandyP3352909 · Camped on Oct 6, 2024 at Campsite #1

Can't believe the campground hosts skipped out and went home two days before the park closed. I needed firewood and nobody was home... no vehicles in host sight. Othewise we live approximately 80 miles west of Omaha and were on our way back home with plans to stop and visit with our olders daughter and family in West Des Moines. Love North Overlook and Howells Station. We make plans to stay when we are in the area. Some pads need extending as they are short and rough for longer Motorhomes and RV's, but the park is nestled in nice oak trees and our stay was very comforting. Love North Overlook.

@RjJ88C3677B03E · Camped on Sep 29, 2024 at Campsite #23

Beautiful facilities, well maintained.

@JamesC5011896 · Camped on Sep 22, 2024 at Campsite #36

Site has good views of the lake. Nice level site Has long bike trail but it is very bumpy Bike to town around 5 miles

@LynnS1903043 · Camped on Sep 9, 2024 at Campsite #23

Loved every minute of it- the trails-it was peaceful-enjoyed watching the squirrels-the lady at check in office was awesome-well be back

@JoshuaH2166052 · Camped on Sep 6, 2024 at Campsite #44

Site #44 was very nice. There was a very decent view of the lake. The site had a nice amount of space, I didnt feel squished between campers which is important to me. The bathroom at North Overlook Campground was very clean and seemed recently renovated.

@ArashkN37F8E57 · Camped on Aug 23, 2024 at Campsite #50

It's a great place, I recommend it to everyone for relaxing.

@CherylM3564547 · Camped on Aug 18, 2024 at Campsite #34

Beautiful with trees and water nearby. Quiet

@SherryD2C826EA · Camped on Aug 11, 2024 at Campsite #17

Site 17 was calm, peaceful, and close to the bike and walking trails and the beach. The staff were helpful, polite, kind and friendly. We enjoyed it so much that we signed for two more nights. We will be back.

@DebBA91389CC76 · Camped on Aug 6, 2024 at Campsite #11

The private, clean bathrooms are appreciated.

@CosetteCA36940 · Camped on Aug 5, 2024 at Campsite #25

Great campground with all of the amenities. The kids loves the trails, the park and the beach! Highly recommend.

@AnnJ7820495 · Camped on Jul 19, 2024 at Campsite #7

We enjoyed the small, quaint campground near Pella. We had a lot of relaxation but we're able to easily grab groceries at Fareway and enjoy downtown Pella. The shower houses were so amazing and clean! Loved the presence of the campground hosts and law enforcement. It was definitely safe.

@BevV4A68421E8E · Camped on Jul 11, 2024 at Campsite #24

We love camping at North Overlook. We DO NOT like the new checkout time of 12:00 Noon!! Its just a bad time to check out, you cant even have lunch before you get on the road again!! Please change it back to 3:00 PM

@MariaG6415756 · Camped on Jul 3, 2024 at Campsite #43

What a beautiful campground! We loved all the mature trees and the shade. There was only one bathroom (which we needed) for all 40+ sites but there was always one available and they were the cleanest campground bathrooms I'd ever seen! We'll be back!

@LindaT6530759 · Camped on Jun 22, 2024 at Campsite #5

Love this campground. Our family reunion has been camping here for over 15 years. Lots of great shade trees, open spaces to gather for group meals and the bath/shower house is clean and well-kept.

@SteveK1630665 · Camped on Jun 17, 2024 at Campsite #37

We were very pleased with our stay. The staff at the check in point were very friendly and helpful. Restrooms were newer and clean. No complaints.

@WadeBC21485E5C · Camped on Jun 13, 2024 at Campsite #17

Was a nice and quiet campground . The shower house was very clean and well kept

@TimothyO276418 · Camped on May 21, 2024 at Campsite #12

This site has great shade, nearby views, and simple access to the Volksweg Trail where you can bike or hike out to the west part of Lake Red Rock or over to the city of Pella. There are good restaurants, bakeries and sights to see in Pella.

@Clinton52BF8C4 · Camped on May 10, 2024 at Campsite #23

Nice, clean, quiet park. Park host take great care. Our spots 24 and 25 were great!

@DayrelG4908D4E · Camped on May 10, 2024 at Campsite #28

The sites are nicely shaded and well-spaced. The campground is well-kept and clean. The restrooms were cleaned frequently throughout the day and were in excellent condition. We totally enjoyed our long weekend here! Site tip: sites on the east side of the campground are next to the highway and so have some traffic noise. Sites on the west side (which ours was, #28) only get a little of that.

@jimwest39008BE · Camped on May 3, 2024 at Campsite #24

Was a great place although my RV C class we couldn't level it in the spot we were in and wasn't allowed to move to a flatter spot.

@GeneM819D83A05 · Camped on May 2, 2024 at Campsite #1

The only drawback to this set of campsites is the lack of full hookups.

@juliew9220173 · Camped on May 2, 2024 at Campsite #25

Site 25 was really nice, but challenging to get into with a 30' trailer. I don't think a larger trailer would have been able to get between the trees to get in.

@BrendaT8406535 · Camped on May 2, 2024 at Campsite #22

the hosts do a wonderful job on the bathroom!!

@LyndaZ229DC88F · Camped on May 2, 2024 at Campsite #46

Nice quite campground. Great location. Easy acces to trails. Bathrooms were exceptionaly clean

@SteveT7934674 · Camped on May 1, 2024 at Campsite #23

Just enough space between sites and amazing bathrooms.

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