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Ivans

Ivans Showerhouse

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly
Pet Friendly

About Ivans

Ivans sits just below the Red Rock Dam and Lake on the south side of the Des Moines River, across the river from Howell Station Campground. Lake Red Rock is Iowa's largest lake, located just 10 minutes from Pella, known for its Dutch heritage and 15 minutes from Knoxville, the Sprint car capital of the world. Visitors enjoy boating, fishing, hiking, biking and viewing wildlife. For more information regarding the Army Corps of Engineers and the Lake Red Rock Project, click here: Lake Red Rock Website

Number of accommodations: 20

Campground Amenities

  • Pet Friendly
    Pet Friendly
  • Potable Water
    Potable Water

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
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Currently open - Apr 23 to Oct 4

Rates, Sites & Availability

20 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 10, Loop:
50 Amp Β· Electric Only
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 11, Loop:
50 Amp Β· Electric Only
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 12, Loop:
50 Amp Β· Electric Only
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 13, Loop:
50 Amp Β· Electric Only
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 14, Loop:
50 Amp Β· Electric Only
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 15, Loop:
50 Amp Β· Electric Only
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 16, Loop:
50 Amp Β· Electric Only
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 17, Loop:
50 Amp Β· Electric Only
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 18, Loop:
50 Amp Β· Electric Only
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 19, Loop:
50 Amp Β· Electric Only
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 2, Loop:
50 Amp Β· Electric Only
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 20, Loop:
50 Amp Β· Electric Only
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 21, Loop:
50 Amp Β· Electric Only
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 3, Loop:
50 Amp Β· Electric Only
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 4, Loop:
50 Amp Β· Electric Only
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 5, Loop:
50 Amp Β· Electric Only
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 6, Loop:
50 Amp Β· Electric Only
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 7, Loop:
50 Amp Β· Electric Only
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 8, Loop:
50 Amp Β· Electric Only
$20.00
/ per night
🚐 9, Loop:
50 Amp Β· Electric Only
$20.00
/ per night

Reviews (50)

What Guests Are Saying

Ivans is a small, well-maintained campground known for its cleanliness and excellent restroom and shower facilities. The friendly park attendant, Steve, enhances the experience with his welcoming demeanor and dedication to the campground. Guests appreciate the peaceful atmosphere, scenic views, and outdoor activities available nearby, making it a highly recommended destination for campers.

Review Summary

4.6
50 reviews
5
70.0%
35
4
22.0%
11
3
8.0%
4
2
0.0%
0
1
0.0%
0

Mindy D

Verified

September 15, 2022 β€’ Stayed at: 11, Loop:

5

So clean. Beautiful views, friendly and helpful campground volunteers.

Geraldin A

Verified

August 30, 2022 β€’ Stayed at: 16, Loop:

5

Love this place. πŸ₯°

Christopher R

Verified

August 29, 2022 β€’ Stayed at: 4, Loop:

5

Great place to stay. Great campground host.

Dwight L

Verified

August 22, 2022 β€’ Stayed at: 8, Loop:

4

Would be nice to have dump station

Don S

Verified

June 8, 2022 β€’ Stayed at: 9, Loop:

3

Need to have first come first serve spots available for all campgrounds

John R

Verified

May 15, 2022 β€’ Stayed at: 10, Loop:

4

Site #10 had a view of the river, but it was somewhat obstructed by a row of campers. The site was very level and it's depth was very adequate for our pop-up. There were only about 20 sites in the entire campground, but the sites were pretty close together (compared to the campground directly across the river). There was no individual water hookups, but water was available in the campground. The shower water was only lukewarm, but apparently several showers had been taken before mine. Access to the bike trail was awesome and it's proximity to Pella's Tulip Time Festival was much appreciated. The campground host was very nice too.

Todd R

Verified

October 7, 2021 β€’ Stayed at: 8, Loop:

5

Love Ivan's campground!

John L

Verified

October 1, 2021 β€’ Stayed at: 13, Loop:

5

Very nice clean campgrounds. Had a great weekend Will be back for sure

Tammy S

Verified

September 23, 2021 β€’ Stayed at: 8, Loop:

5

Always our favorite place to camp. Camp host volunteer Steve was very welcoming and helpful
Peaceful atmosphere, clean facilities. We love the biking and hiking trails.
Ivan's is on our travel plans every year!!

Glenda M

Verified

September 18, 2021 β€’ Stayed at: 18, Loop:

5

We love this quiet little campground with some sites overlooking the river.

Location Ivans

Address:
1125 198th Place
Knoxville, IA, 50138
United States

Policies & Rules

Category About
General

Ivans does not have a reservation window. You MUST have a reservation prior to occupying a site. 

General

Check-in time is 3:00 p.m. and check-out time is 2:00 p.m.

General

There is no water fill-up or dump station located at Ivans. Visitors may use any of the other Army Corps of Engineers facilities located at Lake Red Rock.

General

We offer a limited supply of firewood at the campground. If you want to ensure you have firewood for your stay, please plan on bringing your own supply. Travelers entering Iowa are strongly encouraged to leave out-of-state firewood behind.

General

Camping units are restricted to one wheeled unit and two tents, or three tents per site. A maximum of eight persons per campsite is allowed.

General

Parking or driving on the grass is not allowed. Boat trailers may be parked on the grass.

General

Golf carts, UTVs, and ATVs are not permitted.

General

Kiddie pools, slip-and-slides, and similar water-based play equipment are not permitted.

General

Bounce houses and similar inflatable play equipment are not permitted.

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