Wanderlust World Wanderlust World Timberline Campground is conveniently located near Interstate 80, about 20 minutes from Des Moines. The campground, which is open from April through November, offers RV campsites with the option of water, sewer and electricity. Campsites are in shaded, wooded areas and campers can take advantage of facilities such as restrooms, the RV wash barn, a heated outdoor swimming pool, a campground convenience store, laundry room and picnic areas. Activities campers can engage in include hiking on various trails, volleyball, basketball and horseshoes. Kids will enjoy the playground on the premises and the various video games and table games provided in the recreation hall. Outings can be made to the nearby Valley West Mall, Sugar Creek Golf Course and downtown Des Moines. Tent and cabin campers can also be accommodated. Nightly, weekly and monthly camping rates are available; reservations can be made on the campground's website.
Timberline Campground
31635 Ashworth Road
Waukee, IA 50263
515-987-1714
timberlineiowa.com
In a rural area half an hour from Des Moines, you will find the independently owned and operated Des Moines West KOA. The campground can accommodate RV campers in spacious, full hookup, pull-through sites that have a gravel path, lawn area, picnic table and fire pit. Restroom and shower facilities are on the premises, as is a convenience store. The campground laundry is open 24 hours and Wi-Fi Internet access is available. Fishing enthusiasts can try their luck in the fishing pond and swimming can be done in the campground pool. There is a basketball court and kids can enjoy the playground area. Nearby attractions include the Bridges of Madison County, Blank Park Zoo and Adventure Land. Des Moines West KOA also has tent camping sites and cabins. Reservations can be made online or by phone.
Des Moines West KOA
34308 L Ave.
Adel, IA 50003
515-834-2729
koa.com
Walnut Woods State Park is on West Des Moines' southern edge, about 25 minutes from Des Moines. According to the state park's website, the campground is family friendly and provides 22 campsites for RV campers, some of which have full hookups and others only electricity hookups. Campsites are situated among trees and can be reached via concrete paths. A fireplace and picnic tables are provided, as is an RV dump station and restrooms. The Raccoon River runs along the campground, providing boating and fishing opportunities and a large number of species for bird watching. The campground is open year round and campers can engage in cross-country skiing during winter and equestrian trails for horseback riding in warmer weather. Nearby attractions include Adventure Land theme park, Glen Oaks Country Club Golf Course and Blank Park Zoo. Reservations are required for some of the campsites.
Walnut Woods State Park
3155 Walnut Woods Drive
West Des Moines, IA 50265
515-285-4502
iowadnr.gov