About Howell Station
Number of accommodations: 135
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Boating
Fishing
Hiking
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
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
Marilyn K
VerifiedDecember 9, 2024 • Stayed at: 113, Loop: PPOI
Very nice overalll. Campsites roomy,shower house clean and all in working order. Nice trails along the river. Will be back
Michelle B
VerifiedDecember 1, 2024 • Stayed at: 135, Loop: PPOI
The bath houses could use more shower stalls, but the bathroom are kept very clean. One of the shower heads did not work in one of the men's bathrooms. There is not a sign covering a range of spots, so it made finding the spot very hard. It would be nice to have water spouts outside the bath houses as another place to get water. There are a lot of water spots within the campground though. The campground is very quiet and has so much green space, which are two of the reasons we keep going back. The volunteers are very nice. There are multiple dump and water fill stations. Access to the walking and bike trail is close and so nice to have.
Michelle B
VerifiedDecember 1, 2024 • Stayed at: 135, Loop: PPOI
The bath houses could use more shower stalls, but the bathroom are kept very clean. One of the shower heads did not work in one of the men's bathrooms. There is not a sign covering a range of spots, so it made finding the spot very hard. It would be nice to have water spouts outside the bath houses as another place to get water. There are a lot of water spots within the campground though. The campground is very quiet and has so much green space, which are two of the reasons we keep going back. The volunteers are very nice. There are multiple dump and water fill stations. Access to the walking and bike trail is close and so nice to have.
Michelle B
VerifiedDecember 1, 2024 • Stayed at: 135, Loop: PPOI
The bath houses could use more shower stalls, but the bathroom are kept very clean. One of the shower heads did not work in one of the men's bathrooms. There is not a sign covering a range of spots, so it made finding the spot very hard. It would be nice to have water spouts outside the bath houses as another place to get water. There are a lot of water spots within the campground though. The campground is very quiet and has so much green space, which are two of the reasons we keep going back. The volunteers are very nice. There are multiple dump and water fill stations. Access to the walking and bike trail is close and so nice to have.
Scott W
VerifiedNovember 25, 2024 • Stayed at: 066, Loop: KVIL
We would love to have this site again, for the Nationals.
Scott W
VerifiedNovember 25, 2024 • Stayed at: 066, Loop: KVIL
We would love to have this site again, for the Nationals.
Scott W
VerifiedNovember 25, 2024 • Stayed at: 066, Loop: KVIL
We would love to have this site again, for the Nationals.
RICHARD S
VerifiedOctober 28, 2024 • Stayed at: 128, Loop: PPOI
GREAT PLACE.
RICHARD S
VerifiedOctober 28, 2024 • Stayed at: 128, Loop: PPOI
GREAT PLACE.
RICHARD S
VerifiedOctober 28, 2024 • Stayed at: 128, Loop: PPOI
GREAT PLACE.
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 6, 2026
