This is a water/electric 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
  • 30 amp and 50 amp electrical service
  • Camping pads are 18' by 65'. Additionally, each site has a wider area adjacent to the gravel pad where a picnic table and firepit are located.
  • 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)
  • Dump station and water hydrant available (located in the main campground)
Water/sewer services (dump stations, water hydrants, site hook-ups if available, and modern restrooms/shower facilities) may be closed at any time to prevent freezing even though the campground may remain open.

Fees

Reservable $21.00/night; First come, first serve $20.00/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 


Availability


Where You'll Be


Story County

Story County Conservation serves the citizens of central Iowa by managing parks and natural areas including Hickory Grove Park, near Colo, Dakins Lake, near Zearing, and McFarland Park, near Ames. Located close to Iowa State University in Ames, the Story County Conservation Center at McFarland Park provides a central location for environmental education opportunities for every age. The over 3,500 acres managed by Story County Conservation include wildlife and public hunting areas, water recreation accesses, and native and restored prairies.

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