Adel, Iowa Campground | Des Moines West KOA

Enjoy the small-town charm of Winterset, home of the "Bridges of Madison County" and John Wayne's birthplace

Chris & Jamie Rademacher are very excited to provide you and your family a memorable Iowa camping experience at the best rated Des Moines RV Park & Campground. If it's been years since you've camped at Des Moines West KOA, make it a point to stop back in to see all the new and exciting improvements, including 2 Dog Parks, Huge Jumping Pillow, Trampoline Basketball, Water Wars, Paddle Boats, Organized Weekend Kids Activities, Ladder Ball, Horseshoes, Peddle Cart Rentals, & Hunt Brother's Pizza. They promise you'll be pleasantly surprised. The park is nestled 1.5 miles north of I-80 off exit 106 amongst beautiful Iowa farm fields in a peaceful rural setting where the only thing you'll hear are the songbirds singing!

Des Moines West KOA welcomes you with a country charm that's certain to make you feel right at home! We offer all pull-through/full hook-up RV sites, camping cabins, deluxe cabins (lodges) and endless tent camping sites. Relax in your lawn chair, fish at the private stocked pond, splash in the heated pool or visit with your neighbor. Enjoy the small-town charm of Winterset - home of the Bridges of Madison County and John Wayne's birthplace. Experience all West Des Moines has to offer with shopping malls, specialty/antique shops and restaurants galore!

Spend the day at Living History Farms in Urbandale to learn how Iowans lived and farmed in the 1800's. In Des Moines, tee off at one of the many golf courses, visit the new Pappajohn Sculpture Park, tour the gold-domed capital, visit the Science Center/IMAX Theater, Art Center, Blank Park Zoo and much more! Click here to see more local area attractions!

Campground Amenities

50 Max Amp
75' Max Length
Wi-Fi
Cable TV
Pool (5/25 - 9/3)
Snack Bar ($)
Propane ($)
Kamping Kitchen
Fishing
Firewood ($)

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Great Family Fun! So much to do and lots of friendly helpful staff! We're going back for their Halloween Spectacular! 8/2/2020

- Wendy Hancock on Google

They have the BEST employees.... 7/29/2020

- Patti Swan on Google

Was definitely one of the best koa we have stayed at. They had a ton of activities. Their store had plenty of snack and food options. 7/28/2020

- Stephanie Shute on Google

Clean and friendly... Thx for a quiet syay 8/7/2020

It was our first camping trip and it could not have been better. The staff were amazing, so friendly, helpful and ready to do whatever it takes to make for a great experience. There were a good amount of activities for the kids and the campground was nice... 8/7/2020

It was my first time staying at a KOA campground. We had a great time. Staff was super friendly and helpful. Nice activities for our young kids. Very quiet at night... 8/7/2020

I have to say this campground had the nicest bathroom I've ever seen while camping. I was concerned that there was some negligence in people wearing masks but not the staff. Lots of things for kids to do but again kids without masks... 8/7/2020

Well kept grounds, very clean bathrooms, spacious sites and friendly staff. 8/7/2020

Great place, good staff. We stay there often over the summer. 8/6/2020

Was well kept park. 8/6/2020

Very nice campground! Quiet, Clean, level sites. Eventhough we don't have kids with us, the play area was great. Lots of kids having fun. 8/5/2020

Great csmpground and even greater staff running the place. They truly are there for your every need and are willing to work with you to any extent to make your stay a great one. Love this place and I will definitely be back! 8/5/2020

Awesome Campground !!!! 8/5/2020

Honestly when we pulled in we were not impressed (packed, close together and lack of trees), but your cleanliness and hospitality won us over...and we got tree! 8/5/2020

We enjoyed our stay. Safe and clean place to get off the road. Great friendly staff and well stocked general store. Plus, fantastic fresh baked pizza and wings. It was great! 8/5/2020

Staff was wonderful. Clean and the sites were comfortable. Loved the atmosphere 8/5/2020

We had a wonderful weekend. We had a family get together, our daughter and son in law had their camper in lot 60. On Saturday our granddaughter and 5 great grandkids came and stayed Saturday night. The kids had a great time, so many activities for them to do... 8/4/2020

The staff here is so helpful and try hard to make your stay great!! We barely see the kids all weekend because there is so much to keep them entertained! 8/4/2020

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KOA Holiday Campgrounds

Whether you’re exploring the local area or hanging out at the campground, KOA Holidays are an ideal place to relax and play. There’s plenty to do, with amenities and services to make your stay memorable. Plus, you’ll enjoy the outdoor experience with upgraded RV Sites with KOA Patio™ and Deluxe Cabins with full baths for camping in comfort. Bring your family, bring your friends, or bring the whole group – there’s plenty of ways to stay and explore.

KOA Holidays Feature:

RV Sites with a KOA Patio™
Deluxe Cabins with full baths
Premium Tent Sites
Group meeting facilities

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VKR Appreciation Weekend

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WHEN: September 18-19, 2020

WHAT: Value Kard Rewards holders stay as a paying guest on Friday, September 18 at any participating KOA campground and get Saturday, September 19 for FREE*.

WHY: VKR Appreciation Weekend is designed exclusively for Value Kard Rewards holders to say thanks for your loyalty and for trusting your camping memories to us. On this late-summer weekend, we gather to celebrate friends, family and fun in the great outdoors we all adore.

*Only at participating KOA locations. Applies to one-site per a VKR account, for two consecutive nights at the same KOA. Sites may be limited. Not valid with other discounts.

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Discover American's agricultural heritage as you walk through three working farms - each with authentic crops and livestock. Learn how Native Americans began growing crops in Iowa at the 1700 Farm. See how early farmers opened the prairie with oxen at the 1850 Farm. Find out how the horse-power and cast-iron machines revolutionized agriculture at the 1900 Farm. In the 1875 town of Walnut Hill, join in the excitement of a bustling Iowa frontier town with 14 homes, shops and businesses. Visit Living History Farms online for more information.

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Visit the historic covered bridges, popularized by Robert James Waller's novel, "The Bridges of Madison County" and the feature film starring Meryl Streep and Clint Eastwood. Roseman Covered Bridge was built in 1883 across the Middle River, southwest of Winterset, Iowa. Visit The Bridges of Madison County online for more information.

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While in Des Moines, you should check out the birthplace of an American Icon, John Wayne. See where life began for this world famous star. The four-roomed home built in 1880 has been brought back to its appearance of 1907. Here you can reminisce on the 'Duke's' life by viewing the memorabilia and photographs. Visit the gift shop and welcome center, too. The house is open for public tours.

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The Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines signifies the prodigious spirit of Iowa. Built between 1871 and 1886, this magnificent building represents, both inside and out one of the nation's finest examples of 19th century architecture. One of the most commanding features of the building is the towering dome constructed of steel and brick and is externally gilded with 23-karat gold leaf. Visit The State Capitol online for more information.

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The status of the campground amenities may change by your arrival date, but the following is the status as of today per the IA Governor.Face masks are recommended in common...

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