Newton / Des Moines East KOA Journey Blog
Only 30 min E of Des Moines, IA, Newton KOA is the perfect overnight stop after a long day's drive
KOA Journey campgrounds are the perfect oases after a day on the road. Whether it’s along the way or a quick getaway, they’ve got you covered. Located near the highways and byways of North America with long Pull-thru RV Sites, they deliver convenience to the traveling camper. Pull in, ease back and take a load off.
KOA Journey campgrounds are the perfect oases after a day on the road. Whether it’s along the way or a quick getaway, they’ve got you covered. Located near the highways and byways of North America with long Pull-thru RV Sites, they deliver convenience to the traveling camper. Pull in, ease back and take a load off.
From I-80: Turn north at Exit 168 onto Iowa Speedway Dr. Travel about 3/4 mile and look for the "KOA" sign on left. Take a hard left in front of the lighted Newton KOA sign between Barney's towing and a church. Go 1/4 mile down our lane into our KOA.
Check in at the office and you will be assigned a site.
Relax and enjoy!
Do not rely on GPS. You may be routed needlessly through Newton. GPS: N41.684937, W93.013722
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Reposted from the KOA blog:
While camping trips might instantly bring the thought of s’mores to your mind, there’s plenty of other sweet ways to end your day of camping. These desserts are five of our favorite recipes for camping. Don’t see something you like (or just want even more sweet treats to choose from)? Check out our extensive library of desserts and snacks here.
Happy – and sweet – camping!
Use your trusty cast iron skillet to make this fruity, sweet dessert that’s part pie, part cobbler and all delicious!
We think slow cookers are a must-have in your RV kitchen and this dessert makes the most of this useful appliance. This recipe fills apples with a delicious crumble that’s easy to throw together and quick to cook in your trusty slow cooker. Prepare with dinner and your apples will be warm and delicious just in time for sitting by the campfire.
We’ve got a secret, these cakes are actually donuts. And who doesn’t love donuts?! Just stack a few ingredients in tinfoil and grill to enjoy a yummy – and totally easy – dessert in no time. This recipe even comes with a bonus, second dessert recipe so you’ll be able to please all sorts of tastes!
Don’t worry, no wildlife will be harmed in the making of this recipe. Cinnamon and sugar combine in a dessert that’s fun to make over the campfire. Leave the marshmallows at home and use those roasting sticks to cook up biscuit dough to make this dessert. We promise it will become a new campfire favorite.
What can we say, we are suckers for fruit! The easiest dessert on our list, this tasty treat means more time relaxing and less time making another meal. Enjoy the tastes of summer without missing any of it.
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