Des Moines West KOA Holiday Blog
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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.
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.
18 miles west of I-35/I-80 interchange on I-80 Exit 106. North 1.5 miles on paved CR P-58 (L Avenue).
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Enjoy the Fair by Day. Relax Around the Campfire by Night.
The Iowa State Fair is one of the country's most celebrated summer traditions, drawing more than a million visitors every August. From famous food and nightly concerts to livestock shows, rides, exhibits, and endless family fun, it's easy to spend an entire day exploring the fairgrounds.
But after walking miles through the Fair, battling traffic, and standing in long lines, wouldn't it be nice to return somewhere peaceful?
That's where Des Moines West KOA Holiday comes in.
Instead of squeezing into an expensive hotel room or fighting the crowds late into the evening, you can come back to your campsite, relax around a campfire, enjoy the fresh air, and wake up ready for another day of adventure.
Hotels near the Iowa State Fair often sell out months in advance and can become surprisingly expensive during Fair week.
Camping offers something hotels simply can't.
You'll have room to spread out, cook your own meals if you'd like, enjoy the outdoors, and truly relax after a busy day. Whether you're traveling in an RV, staying in one of our cozy cabins, or enjoying a tent site, you'll find plenty of space for the whole family.
After all, vacation shouldn't end when you leave the Fairgrounds.
It should continue back at camp.
Des Moines West KOA Holiday is conveniently located just west of Des Moines, making it an easy drive to the Iowa State Fairgrounds each morning.
You'll avoid staying in the middle of the city's busiest traffic while still being close enough to enjoy everything the Fair has to offer.
Insider Tip: The Iowa State Fair offers official parking, which is a great option for many visitors. You may also notice homeowners in neighborhoods surrounding the Fairgrounds offering private parking on their property during the event. Many visitors appreciate this option because it can make arriving and leaving a little easier, while also supporting local residents in the community.
Nothing feels better after spending the day walking the Fair than returning to your campsite.
Every full hookup RV site includes water, sewer, and electric so you can recharge in comfort.
Many guests enjoy grilling dinner, sitting outside beneath the awning, and ending the evening around a campfire instead of searching for another crowded restaurant. Don't forget, You can order pizza and wings and we will deliver right to your site!
The Iowa State Fair is exciting.
It's also busy.
After a full day surrounded by crowds, music, rides, and thousands of visitors, many guests appreciate returning somewhere peaceful.
Watch the sunset.
Roast marshmallows.
Visit with neighbors around the fire.
It's the perfect way to recharge before another day at the Fair.
Your vacation doesn't have to begin and end at the Fairgrounds.
Kids love exploring the campground, racing around on pedal carts, playing mini golf, fishing, joining themed weekend activities, and making new camping friends.
Parents enjoy the relaxed atmosphere, spacious sites, and slower pace after an exciting day in Des Moines.
Many families tell us that the campground becomes just as memorable as the Fair itself.
Choosing a campground means your lodging becomes part of the vacation.
Instead of returning to a hotel room, you'll return to an outdoor experience complete with fresh air, campfires, wide open spaces, and plenty of room to unwind.
It's one of the reasons so many families make camping part of their annual Iowa State Fair tradition.
The Iowa State Fair is one of Iowa's busiest travel weeks, and campsites fill quickly every year.
If you're planning to visit the Fair, we recommend reserving your campsite as early as possible to secure your preferred dates.
Whether you're traveling in an RV, looking for a cabin getaway, or wanting one of our tent sites, planning ahead helps ensure you'll have the perfect home base for your Iowa State Fair adventure.
Spend your days enjoying one of America's greatest state fairs.
Then return each evening to the comfort, relaxation, and family atmosphere of Des Moines West KOA Holiday.
You'll get the best of both worlds: all the excitement of the Iowa State Fair and all the peace and comfort that only camping can provide.
Book your stay today and discover why camping is one of the best ways to experience the Iowa State Fair.
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