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Whiterock Conservancy Star Field Campground

1523 140th St, Coon Rapids, IA 50058, USA

Introduce

Welcome to Whiterock Conservancy Star Field Campground, a unique camping destination within the Campgrounds & RV Parks category, located at 1523 140th St, Coon Rapids, IA 50058. You can reach them at (712) 790-8221 or +1 712-790-8221.

Whiterock Conservancy Star Field Campground offers a quiet and well-maintained camping experience, particularly appealing to stargazers and those seeking a peaceful retreat. Customer reviews highlight the campground's clean facilities and dark-sky environment.

Key features and considerations of Whiterock Conservancy Star Field Campground include:

  • Quiet and well-kept environment, ideal for relaxation.
  • Nice, though somewhat small, bathrooms and showers.
  • Designated campsites for vehicles and small RVs/popup trailers, with sites 1 and 2 being more suitable.
  • Site 3 is a hike-in site, situated in the trees, away from vehicle parking.
  • Strict campground rules emphasizing dark skies and quiet, including no generators and limited RV lighting.
  • Potential crowding during peak times, such as September.
  • Hike-in sites fill up quickly.
  • Site 3 and 4 are well regarded among hike-in sites, with 5 and 6 being less ideal.
  • Unclear designation for telescope and photography equipment setup, potentially the grassy field near the campsites.
  • Potential tick risk due to long grass.

Customer reviews consistently praise the campground's quiet atmosphere and clean facilities. The dark-sky environment makes it ideal for stargazing. However, potential visitors should be aware of the specific site layouts and potential crowding during peak seasons. The lack of clear guidelines for telescope and photography equipment setup is also noted.

Whiterock Conservancy Star Field Campground offers a unique and peaceful camping experience, particularly for those who appreciate dark skies and quiet surroundings. Plan your visit accordingly and be mindful of the site layouts and potential crowds. Experience the tranquil beauty of Whiterock Conservancy Star Field Campground.

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Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible entrance

Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Offerings

RV camping

Activities

Hiking

Amenities

Picnic tables

Public restroom

Public shower

Restroom

Running water

Tent sites

Payments

Camping fee

Children

Good for kids

Kid-friendly hikes

Parking

On-site parking

Pets

Dogs allowed

Dave Jul 30
★★★★★5

Quiet and well kept. Bathrooms and showers are very nice, if a bit small. Of the three campsites designated for vehicles and small RV or popup trailers, only #1 and #2 laid out for it. #3 is a short walk back into the trees, so you won't be near your equipment. My visit was mid-week and it looked like it was just me and the camp host. Campground rules are great for those who appreciate the dark and quiet. No generators or blinding RV lights running all night. At the time of my visit the posted rules did not indicate where it is appropriate to set up telescopes or photography equipment. I assume the grassy field along the top of the ridge near the campsites is intended for this, and that trampling the wildflowers found there is ok, but this is not stated anywhere, and the grass was all fairly long and perhaps a tick risk. Overall, very nice site, worth a visit!

IowaHiker Sep 24
★★★★★5

Camping in September the whole back lot is full with boy scouts and other campers. Hike in sites were completely empty early in the morning but filled up fast. Site 3 is my personal favorite but site 4 is great too. 5-6 aren't too bad but are basically a combined site

Rosanne Thompson Jan 28
★★★★★5

A huge Conservancy with miles of hiking, biking and equine trails. Absolutely beautiful. The shower house at the Star camp, is modern, clean and well kept. I've visited once, then returned twice to camp and again to just hike. I can't get enough of this place. I'll be back again and again. Cabins and Party house are available for rent.

Chad Chapman Sep 07
★★★★★5

We were in site number 11 for one night. It was super quite and the stars can be seen so well from here. The bathroom is quite a long way from here, but that’s okay with me. They allowed our 12’ cargo conversion, but I think there is a 16’ rule. The camp host was very nice and helpful. Firewood is a very fair price also. Site 11 is shaded in the late afternoon, but quite sunny in the morning. Trails are just feet away from here.

Jessie Kitt Aug 07
★★★★★5

Beautiful location surrounded by wooded areas with a clover field in the center. Campsites are nicely spaced out and very well kept. Plenty of hiking trails and a new shower house as well. If you come on a clear night you have an amazing view of the night sky.

dustin johnson Jun 15
★★★★★5

Excellent site. Well maintained trails. Very courteous host, Jeff.