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North Overlook Camp
USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers — Pella · Iowa · Lake Red Rock
| Agency | USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Area | Lake Red Rock |
| Location | Pella · Iowa · Lake Red Rock · 41.38028, -92.96972 · Map |
| Sites | 49 public sites counted from the federal listing — 43 standard electric; 6 tent only nonelectric |
| Getting a site | Reservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below. |
| Hookups | Electric at 46 of 49 sites (up to 50 amp where reported) Water hookups at 0 of 49 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 49 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 49 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Longest reported site fits 90 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 46 sites · 30 ft: 46 sites · 35 ft: 45 sites · 40 ft: 45 sites |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Not reported — the federal listing carries no fee description for this campground. |
| Check-in / out | In 3:00 PM · Out 2:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 52 sites, as reported |
| Accessibility | N |
| Phone | 641-828-7522 |
Check availability & book on Recreation.gov →
This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-07-24.
From the official listing
Overview North Overlook Campground is located on Lake Red Rock, Iowa's largest lake. It is just 10 minutes from Pella, known for its Dutch heritage, and 15 minutes from Knoxville, the Sprint car capital of the world. Visitors enjoy boating, fishing, hiking, biking and viewing wildlife.
For more information regarding the Army Corps of Engineers and the Lake Red Rock Project, click here: Lake Red Rock Website
Recreation Lake Red Rock offers excellent boating, water skiing and swimming opportunities. Miles of water trails for kayakers and canoeists are designated along the shoreline.
Anglers will find crappie, largemouth and striped bass, walleye, channel and flathead catfish, northern pike and bluegill.
Several miles of trails for hiking and biking are in the area. The 15 mile paved Volksweg Trail stretches west from Pella to the Des Moines River and to the Cordova Recreation Area Facilities North Overlook offers 46 shady campsites with 50-amp electric hookups, along with 6 primitive tent sites without electricity. Amenities include flush toilets, showers, drinking water and a dump station.
Younger campers love the park's playground, and the North Overlook Beach is located within 1/4 mile from the campground.
Natural Features Lake Red Rock is situated on the Des Moines River. Hardwood forests cover the lake shore at North Overlook, offering shade and scenic views.
Wildlife is abundant around the lake. A wide variety of waterfowl, including the American White Pelican, migrates through the area in spring and fall. Bald eagles can be observed from November through March. White-tailed deer, turkeys and other small animals are commonly viewed around the lake. Contact Info For local information, please call (641) 628-1701 or call (641) 828-7522 for general information. Nearby Attractions Des Moines, Iowa's capital, is an hour away, with numerous shopping and dining opportunities, museums and the Blank Park Zoo. Charges & Cancellations A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation. The $10.00 service fee will be deducted from the refund amount. Cancel or change reservations through recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777. Late cancellations are subject to additional fees.
Directions, from the listing
1007 Hwy T-15 Pella, Iowa 50219
From Pella, Iowa, take County Highway T-15 southwest for 3 miles, then follow signs to the campground.
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Trip Card — North Overlook Camp
Pella · Iowa · Lake Red Rock
| Agency | USACE · U.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Location | Pella · Iowa · Lake Red Rock |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | Electric at 46 |
| Max RV | Up to 90 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 49 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233565 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.