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Howell Station

1081 198th Place, Pella, Iowa, United States

Howell Station Entrance and Gate Attendant Booth
Howell Station Campsites
View of Red Rock Dam
Howell Station - Volksweg Trail South
Howell Station - Volksweg Trail North

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About Howell Station

Howell Station Campground sits just below the Red Rock Dam and Lake on the north side of the Des Moines River. 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: 135

Nearby Activities & Attractions

Boating

Fishing

Hiking

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - Apr 16 to Oct 18

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Showers
RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Showers
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

135 Sites Available

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🚐 001, Loop: PRAI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 002, Loop: PRAI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 003, Loop: PRAI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 004, Loop: PRAI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 005, Loop: PRAI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 006, Loop: PRAI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 007, Loop: PRAI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 008, Loop: PRAI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 009, Loop: PRAI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 010, Loop: PRAI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 011, Loop: PRAI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 012, Loop: PRAI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 013, Loop: PRAI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 014, Loop: PRAI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 015, Loop: PRAI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 016, Loop: PRAI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 017, Loop: PRAI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 018, Loop: PRAI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 019, Loop: PRAI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 021, Loop: PRAI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 023, Loop: PRAI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 024, Loop: PRAI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 025, Loop: PRAI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 026, Loop: PRAI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 027, Loop: PRAI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 028, Loop: PRAI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 029, Loop: PRAI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 030, Loop: PRAI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 031, Loop: PRAI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 032, Loop: PRAI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 033, Loop: PRAI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 034, Loop: PRAI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 035, Loop: PRAI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 036, Loop: PRAI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 037, Loop: PRAI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 039, Loop: PRAI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 040, Loop: PRAI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 041, Loop: PRAI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 042, Loop: PRAI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 043, Loop: PRAI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 044, Loop: PRAI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 045, Loop: PRAI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 046, Loop: PRAI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 047, Loop: PRAI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 049, Loop: PRAI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 051, Loop: PRAI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 052, Loop: PRAI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 053, Loop: PRAI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 054, Loop: PRAI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 055, Loop: PRAI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 056, Loop: PRAI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 057, Loop: KVIL
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 059, Loop: KVIL
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 060, Loop: KVIL
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 061, Loop: KVIL
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 062, Loop: KVIL
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 063, Loop: KVIL
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 064, Loop: KVIL
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 065, Loop: KVIL
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 066, Loop: KVIL
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 067, Loop: KVIL
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 068, Loop: KVIL
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 069, Loop: KVIL
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 070, Loop: KVIL
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 071, Loop: KVIL
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 072, Loop: KVIL
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 073, Loop: KVIL
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 074, Loop: KVIL
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 075, Loop: KVIL
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 076, Loop: KVIL
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 077, Loop: KVIL
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 078, Loop: KVIL
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 079, Loop: KVIL
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 080, Loop: KVIL
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 081, Loop: KVIL
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 082, Loop: KVIL
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 083, Loop: KVIL
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 085, Loop: KVIL
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 086, Loop: KVIL
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 087, Loop: KVIL
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🚐 088, Loop: KVIL
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 089, Loop: KVIL
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 090, Loop: KVIL
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🚐 091, Loop: PPOI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 092, Loop: PPOI
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🚐 093, Loop: PPOI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 094, Loop: PPOI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 095, Loop: PPOI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 096, Loop: PPOI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 097, Loop: PPOI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 098, Loop: PPOI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 099, Loop: PPOI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 100, Loop: PPOI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 101, Loop: PPOI
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🚐 102, Loop: PPOI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 103, Loop: PPOI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 104, Loop: PPOI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 105, Loop: PPOI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 106, Loop: PPOI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 107, Loop: PPOI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 108, Loop: PPOI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 109, Loop: PPOI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 110, Loop: PPOI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 111, Loop: PPOI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 112, Loop: PPOI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 113, Loop: PPOI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 114, Loop: PPOI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 115, Loop: PPOI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 116, Loop: PPOI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 117, Loop: PPOI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 118, Loop: PPOI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 119, Loop: PPOI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 120, Loop: PPOI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 121, Loop: PPOI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 122, Loop: PPOI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 123, Loop: PPOI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 124, Loop: PPOI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 125, Loop: PPOI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 126, Loop: PPOI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 127, Loop: PPOI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 128, Loop: PPOI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 129, Loop: PPOI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 130, Loop: PPOI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 131, Loop: PPOI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 132, Loop: PPOI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 133, Loop: PPOI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 134, Loop: PPOI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 135, Loop: PPOI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 136, Loop: PPOI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 138, Loop: PPOI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 139, Loop: PPOI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 140, Loop: PPOI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 141, Loop: PPOI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 142, Loop: PPOI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 143, Loop: PPOI
50 Amp · Electric Only
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Reviews (1878)

Verified Only

What Guests Are Saying

Howell Station is praised for its spacious and well-maintained campsites, providing a peaceful and relaxing environment with ample recreational opportunities, including great bike trails and proximity to Pella. Reviewers commend the cleanliness of facilities and the helpfulness of staff. However, many note the lack of cell service as a downside, alongside a few minor maintenance concerns.

Review Summary

4.6
1878 reviews
5
70.6%
1325
4
22.8%
428
3
4.7%
88
2
1.7%
31
1
0.3%
6

Ken W

Verified

August 7, 2020 • Stayed at: 094, Loop: PPOI

4

Spacious campsites well kept with clean restrooms. This campground is located on the river below Red Rock dam. Good fishing and a great bike path that takes you around the lake. You can also take the path into Pella which has many nice parks and unique shops, check out the Dutch pastries and a couple of excellent meat markets.

Ken W

Verified

August 7, 2020 • Stayed at: 094, Loop: PPOI

4

Spacious campsites well kept with clean restrooms. This campground is located on the river below Red Rock dam. Good fishing and a great bike path that takes you around the lake. You can also take the path into Pella which has many nice parks and unique shops, check out the Dutch pastries and a couple of excellent meat markets.

Deb S

Verified

August 6, 2020 • Stayed at: 021, Loop: PRAI

5

It’s always an enjoyable camping trip when we stay at Howell Station! Well kept shower/bathrooms; maintained grounds; safe location due to routine checks by DNR staff; beautiful walking trails; pet friendly; fishing options; and best of all, family friendly!

Deb S

Verified

August 6, 2020 • Stayed at: 021, Loop: PRAI

5

It’s always an enjoyable camping trip when we stay at Howell Station! Well kept shower/bathrooms; maintained grounds; safe location due to routine checks by DNR staff; beautiful walking trails; pet friendly; fishing options; and best of all, family friendly!

Alfred H

Verified

August 5, 2020 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: PRAI

5

A very clean,safe,family oriented place

Alfred H

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August 5, 2020 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: PRAI

5

A very clean,safe,family oriented place

Dave F

Verified

August 4, 2020 • Stayed at: 122, Loop: PPOI

5

Best place to camp at Redrock

Dave F

Verified

August 4, 2020 • Stayed at: 122, Loop: PPOI

5

Best place to camp at Redrock

Teresa Z

Verified

August 1, 2020 • Stayed at: 057, Loop: KVIL

5

After a very hot day of boating, we wanted a shady campsite where we could shower and cool down. Howell Station was perfect. We had a nice shady spot. But, the thing I liked best was that the campsites are a nice distance apart from one another. We were only there overnight so I can't comment on activities etc.

Douglas D

Verified

July 26, 2020 • Stayed at: 127, Loop: PPOI

5

Good clean facilities

Location Howell Station

Address:
1081 198th Place
Pella, IA, 50219
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 41.365 / -92.9736

Elevation: 214 feet

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Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

  • Reservations are required before occupying a site.
  • Check-in is at 3:00 PM and check-out is at 2:00 PM.

Cancellation policy

  • Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
  • Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
  • Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
    • Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
  • Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
  • Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
  • Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.

Fees & deposits

  • The fee booth is open daily with specific hours for weekdays and weekends.

Fires & fuel

  • Firewood is available in limited supply; it's recommended to bring your own.

Site capacity

  • Campsites allow one wheeled unit and two tents or three tents, with a maximum of eight people.

Vehicles & parking

  • No parking or driving on the grass, except for boat trailers.
  • Golf carts, UTVs, and ATVs are not allowed.

Safety & rules

  • Water-based play equipment such as kiddie pools and slip-and-slides are not allowed.
  • Inflatable play equipment like bounce houses are not allowed.

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Last updated: June 3, 2026

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