Dakins Lake East Primitive Site 9 - Tent Only
This is a tent only site located in the Dakins Lake Primitive Campground (northeast side of lake).
This site may be reserved beginning November 1 for the next camping season and must be made at least 5 days in advance of the date of reservation. The occupancy limit is 14 consecutive days; campers are then required to leave the park for a minimum of 48 hours.
There are no refunds and moving between sites is not allowed.
Reservations are posted at each site five days in advance. If not reserved, sites are available on a first come, first served basis until a reservation is posted or until the 14 day maximum stay is reached, whichever comes first.
Only one camping unit is allowed per campsite with an additional tent allowed for minor children only.
Check-in/check-out time is 3 p.m.
The site must be registered under the name of an adult person who will occupy the site.
For a complete list of park rules please visit http//www.storycountyconservation.org.
Check-In / Out Availability Check-in is after 03:00 PM and check-out is before 03:00 PM.
Location
12635 710th Avenue
Zearing, IA 50278
Amenities
- Carry in/carry out refuse
- Dump station
- Electricity
- Fire ring
- Firewood available
- On-site resident host
- Pet Friendly
- Picnic Table
- Shower facilities
- Pit toilets nearby
- Shower house with flush toilets and hot water (located in the main campground) available to all registered guests
- Firewood available for purchase from the campground attendant (located in site 30 in the main campground)
- Sand volleyball court
- Reservable picnic shelter
- Natural playscape (located by the main campground)
- 2 miles of trails
- Public fishing is allowed on the 20-acre lake stocked with bass, bluegill, and channel catfish (swimming is prohibited)
Fees
Reservable $13.00/night; First come, first serve $12.00/night
Weekends (Friday & Saturday) - 2 night minimum
Holiday weekends (Friday, Saturday, & Sunday) - 3 night minimum
Hours of Operation & Seasons
Campground is open April - October
Disclaimer: During the early and late camping seasons, facilities may be closed and unavailable due to cold temperatures. No refunds will be issued for reservations made during these times.
Address
70613 130th Street
Ph: 515-232-2516
Zearing, IA, 50278
Closures
Campground is closed November - March