The Madison County Conservation Board is committed to improving the camping resources in our parks for you to enjoy. Please click the links below for camping information.
Campgrounds and cabins open the first weekend of April.
Camping Reservations
Reservations are accepted for Pammel Park and Pammel Park Yurt Cabins only.
For questions about the online reservation system, contact the Madison County Conservation Board office at 515-462-3536.
Pammel Park Camping
Pammel Park is located four miles southwest of Winterset. The campgrounds have 36 designated modern sites providing electrical and water hookups. There are also 5 tent-only sites. Modern bathrooms and showers are also provided along with play equipment. Dump station provided.
Pammel Park Yurt Cabins
Two Yurt cabins are located adjacent to south camping loop in Pammel Park. These yurt-style cabins are managed as “3-season” cabins that are open for public use from April through October and are available by advance reservation only. Reservations can be made online at the link above. Yurt reservations can be made up to 2 years in advance based on a rolling calendar. 2-day advance reservation required. Book early for weekends & holidays. Week nights have better availability.
Criss Cove Camping
Criss Cove is located approximately eight miles south of Winterset. Modern camp ground overlooking the pond is located in the northwest corner of the park. No reservations – first come, first served with self-registration.
Primitive Camping
Clanton Creek (CCNA) is located approximately 3 miles southeast of East Peru. There are four primitive hike-in camp sites located along the trail system. Watch for the international tent camping logo and directional arrows on the trail marker posts to locate the camp sites. No reservations – first come, first served.