About Howell Station
Number of accommodations: 135
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Boating
Fishing
Hiking
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
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Showers
RV Utilities and Hookups
- Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene
- Showers
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Reviews (1878)
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.
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
Crystal C
VerifiedJuly 26, 2020 • Stayed at: 087, Loop: KVIL
After a summer of unpredictability and cancelations, it was nice to have a nice break from reality. The grounds were well maintained and the bathhouses were kept real clean. The trails around the parks are great and have spectacular views. This area is definitely a family favorite as the park/playground was nearby for the little ones, fishing is only steps away for the older ones and us adults could just relax. We've been visiting for a few years now and will definitely be returning.
TOM E
VerifiedJuly 25, 2020 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: PRAI
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Jason S
VerifiedJuly 23, 2020 • Stayed at: 059, Loop: KVIL
Howell station is a well maintained campground with plenty of shade. It is quite peaceful. Great place to get away!
Julie C
VerifiedJuly 20, 2020 • Stayed at: 101, Loop: PPOI
We love camping at Howell Station because the sites are very spacious and so we always feel like we have plenty of room and are the perfect distance from neighbors. The hosts are always polite, bathrooms are clean, and the campground is kept nice as well. We like that Pella is a very short drive away and so we don't have to go too far in case we need something from the store. We were lucky enough to snag site 101 and so we had an absolutely beautiful view of the river. The site is right next to the bike path so you can see quite a bit of traffic, but everyone is usually very friendly. I do wish there was an easier way to get down to the river to fish rather than scaling the rocks with all of your equipment. I also would like to see them bring back some walk-up sites because it seems to be more difficult now to get a site on the weekends. We used to camp here at least 5-6 weekends a year but since they switched all sites to reservable online, we are lucky to get a site 2-3 times a year. Other than those couple of things, there isn't anything I would change about this place. We love it and will continue to camp here as long as we are able to get a spot!
Pam B
VerifiedJuly 20, 2020 • Stayed at: 124, Loop: PPOI
Beautiful site
Melody B
VerifiedJuly 20, 2020 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: PRAI
We love staying at Howell Station. The campsites are very spacious, there are nice playgrounds for the kids and it's nice to have the bike trail right by it. Right now the water drinking fountains are closed, other than that it's all as normal as before.
John M
VerifiedJuly 19, 2020 • Stayed at: 136, Loop: PPOI
Very quiet level and spacious camp sites.
Alisha R
VerifiedJuly 7, 2020 • Stayed at: 093, Loop: PPOI
Howells Station is one of our favorite camping spots. Always clean and a great park for families. Lots to do.
Len M
VerifiedJune 28, 2020 • Stayed at: 037, Loop: PRAI
friendly staff, great facilites, well maintained, covid safe
Ronald B
VerifiedJune 21, 2020 • Stayed at: 051, Loop: PRAI
outstanding
Location Howell Station
Address:
1081 198th Place
Pella, IA, 50219
United States
1081 198th Place
Pella, Iowa 50219
From Pella, Iowa, take Highway T-15 southwest for 5 miles, then turn east on Idaho Drive to 198th Place. Travel south and follow signs to campground.
Latitude & Longitude: 41.365 / -92.9736
Elevation: 214 feet
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
