Nelson Park Campground

Four separate campgrounds are available, with a total of 85 sites.

Camping is first come, first served.  No campsite reservations are available.


Check-In / Out Availability Check-in is after 06:00 AM and check-out is before 10:30 PM.

Location 55 sites are available on Modern Hill, 10 sites at Tent Hill, 10 sites at the Beach campground, and 4 at the boat ramp area.


Amenities

  • Carry in/carry out refuse
  • Dump station
  • Electricity
  • Fire ring
  • Handicap Accessible
  • On-site resident host
  • Picnic Table
  • Refuse cans
  • Restroom
  • Shower facilities
  • Swimming nearby
85 sites available in Nelson Park

Fees

$17 per night - electric

$12 per night - non-electric

There are no online reservations, self-registration only. There are five sites dedicated to extended camping.


Hours of Operation & Seasons

6:00 AM until 10:30 PM.  Camping is usually available from mid-April through October, depending on the weather. 


Closures

None


Availability


Where You'll Be


Crawford County

Since its establishment in west-central Iowa,  the Crawford County Conservation Board has acquired 1115 acres of land which have been developed into 22 individual parks, wildlife and forest areas, public hunting areas and a historical site. In addition, the Board holds six management agreements on 16.5 acres of native prairie located through out the county. For the river enthusiast, four public access areas have been developed on the Boyer River.

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