About Howell Station
Number of accommodations: 135
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Dump Station
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
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Reviews (627)
What Guests Are Saying
Howell Station is a highly praised campground known for its spacious, clean sites and beautiful natural surroundings, making it a favorite for families. Campers enjoy the quiet atmosphere, friendly staff, and numerous recreational opportunities, including biking and wildlife watching. Some minor improvements are suggested, like better Wi-Fi and complete hookups, but overall, visitors have had great experiences and plan to return.
What Guests Are Saying
Howell Station is a highly praised campground known for its spacious, clean sites and beautiful natural surroundings, making it a favorite for families. Campers enjoy the quiet atmosphere, friendly staff, and numerous recreational opportunities, including biking and wildlife watching. Some minor improvements are suggested, like better Wi-Fi and complete hookups, but overall, visitors have had great experiences and plan to return.
Review Summary
Gene M
VerifiedJune 7, 2021 • Stayed at: 135, Loop: PPOI
Very spacious.
Rick H
VerifiedJune 7, 2021 • Stayed at: 132, Loop: PPOI
Clean park, friendly staff and wild life all around.
Randy N
VerifiedJune 7, 2021 • Stayed at: 067, Loop: KVIL
Our host at the checkin station was great. Was a cold weekend but the campground was well mowed and ready for the season.
John B
VerifiedJune 7, 2021 • Stayed at: 089, Loop: KVIL
Good clean campsite friendly gate attendant.
Don S
VerifiedJune 7, 2021 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: PRAI
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Michael S
VerifiedJune 7, 2021 • Stayed at: 031, Loop: PRAI
Beautiful location, large flat camping area, clean fire pit and everything was mowed for the weekend. I love having the bike pass and River. The bath and shower houses were clean and well maintained. My only knock is cell service is very bad. It’s great to not having it but would be nice to have it if you need it!
Gerald G
VerifiedJune 6, 2021 • Stayed at: 130, Loop: PPOI
Had a wonderful time, quiet and beautiful
Doyle P
VerifiedJune 5, 2021 • Stayed at: 123, Loop: PPOI
Lawn was nicely mowed and the restrooms were very clean.
Greg M
VerifiedJune 1, 2021 • Stayed at: 097, Loop: PPOI
Host/Hostess were incredibly kind and friendly. The location was fantastic and the spot had so much space. The campground was quiet. The trails within steps were all maintained well and were absolutely fabulous!
Jason A
VerifiedMay 30, 2021 • Stayed at: 040, Loop: PRAI
We like the openness of the sites, but adding more sites should be looked at due to the popularity of camping it is getting harder to find a site without planning months in advance.
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
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Howell Station 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 |
The fee booth is open 7 days per week: Monday through Thursday: 3:00 - 7:00 pm. Friday through Sunday: 9:00 - 11:00 am & 3:00 - 7:00 pm. Fee Booth phone number: (641) 620-1802. |
| 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. |
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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. |
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Parking or driving motor vehicles on the grass is not allowed. Boat trailers may be parked on the grass. |
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Golf carts, UTVs, and ATVs are not permitted. |
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Kiddie pools, slip-and-slides, and similar water-based play equipment are not permitted. |
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Bounce houses and similar inflatable play equipment are not permitted. |
