North Overlook Camp, IA - Latest Reviews, Photos & Campground Map

North Overlook Camp in Marion County is located 53 min east of Des Moines, IA with an elevation of 818 feet. There are a total of 49 campsites including 6 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the end of April to the beginning of October. 43 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 46 and 84 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 43 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $14.00 to $20.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, playground, swimming, amphitheater. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.

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4.6 out of 5

5 star		62%
4 star		31%
3 star		4%
2 star		1%
1 star		0%

@PatriciaA12078 · Camped on Jul 10, 2025 at Campsite #10

We really like the new shower rooms at N. Overlook. They were a comfort when a severe storm blew in on July 10th with high winds. The siren was barely heard, but the ranger driving through the loop several times, lights flashing, speaker on with storm warning was appreciated.

@RonB1001477 · Camped on Jul 8, 2025 at Campsite #1

Great assistance when bad weather struck in middle of night

@GeneM819D83A05 · Camped on Jul 1, 2025 at Campsite #22

Friendly. Very clean restrooms.

@KatrinaM670132 · Camped on Jun 29, 2025 at Campsite #52

My husband and I had gone tent camping for our honeymoon and it was beautiful. The bathrooms were close and we had an amazing view! The campground is very clean and kept up to date.

@JerryM50219246 · Camped on Jun 19, 2025 at Campsite #34

Very nice park. Lake was rougher than we are use to do to storms the day before.

@stevennFCF5EA5 · Camped on Jun 18, 2025 at Campsite #18

The North Overlook campground is a well-kept, easy to access, quiet campground. The bathroom and showers are clean. Water fill and dumping convenient. The campground is close to a beach, hiking/biking trails, golf, and Pella and Knoxville for small-town exploring. We will camp here again.

@SCOTTE9484100 · Camped on Jun 13, 2025 at Campsite #38

Very clean campground. Restroom/shower were kept very clean. Really enjoyed the stay. The water source was only on one side, my camper fills on the other, appreciate when it is available on both sides. Great access to a walking trail inside the campground.Will definitely reserve here again.

@DonJ5633666 · Camped on Jun 13, 2025 at Campsite #36

Very clean

@DavidL8659169 · Camped on Jun 6, 2025 at Campsite #8

Campground is nice. The showers and bathrooms are very nice and clean. The noise from the highway next to the campground is bad. I prefer to camp where its quiet.

@Christoph76212 · Camped on May 11, 2025 at Campsite #17

Nice camp area with new bath house. Tv and cell service not good

@TishG24A315E94 · Camped on May 8, 2025 at Campsite #23

Very lovely spots that are mostly level with hard surface to eat and gather around the fire. Lots of trees for shade and the hiking/bike trails are so close. The map and pictures dont do this campground justice!

@WilliamA169700 · Camped on May 2, 2025 at Campsite #27

Deanna, the camp host, was outstanding and very hospitable.We thank her for her kindness when we visited Pella tulip festival.

@RandyP3352909 · Camped on Oct 6, 2024 at Campsite #1

Can't believe the campground hosts skipped out and went home two days before the park closed. I needed firewood and nobody was home... no vehicles in host sight. Othewise we live approximately 80 miles west of Omaha and were on our way back home with plans to stop and visit with our olders daughter and family in West Des Moines. Love North Overlook and Howells Station. We make plans to stay when we are in the area. Some pads need extending as they are short and rough for longer Motorhomes and RV's, but the park is nestled in nice oak trees and our stay was very comforting. Love North Overlook.

@RjJ88C3677B03E · Camped on Sep 29, 2024 at Campsite #23

Beautiful facilities, well maintained.

@JamesC5011896 · Camped on Sep 22, 2024 at Campsite #36

Site has good views of the lake. Nice level site Has long bike trail but it is very bumpy Bike to town around 5 miles

@LynnS1903043 · Camped on Sep 9, 2024 at Campsite #23

Loved every minute of it- the trails-it was peaceful-enjoyed watching the squirrels-the lady at check in office was awesome-well be back

@JoshuaH2166052 · Camped on Sep 6, 2024 at Campsite #44

Site #44 was very nice. There was a very decent view of the lake. The site had a nice amount of space, I didnt feel squished between campers which is important to me. The bathroom at North Overlook Campground was very clean and seemed recently renovated.

@ArashkN37F8E57 · Camped on Aug 23, 2024 at Campsite #50

It's a great place, I recommend it to everyone for relaxing.

@CherylM3564547 · Camped on Aug 18, 2024 at Campsite #34

Beautiful with trees and water nearby. Quiet

@SherryD2C826EA · Camped on Aug 11, 2024 at Campsite #17

Site 17 was calm, peaceful, and close to the bike and walking trails and the beach. The staff were helpful, polite, kind and friendly. We enjoyed it so much that we signed for two more nights. We will be back.

@DebBA91389CC76 · Camped on Aug 6, 2024 at Campsite #11

The private, clean bathrooms are appreciated.

@CosetteCA36940 · Camped on Aug 5, 2024 at Campsite #25

Great campground with all of the amenities. The kids loves the trails, the park and the beach! Highly recommend.

@AnnJ7820495 · Camped on Jul 19, 2024 at Campsite #7

We enjoyed the small, quaint campground near Pella. We had a lot of relaxation but we're able to easily grab groceries at Fareway and enjoy downtown Pella. The shower houses were so amazing and clean! Loved the presence of the campground hosts and law enforcement. It was definitely safe.

@BevV4A68421E8E · Camped on Jul 11, 2024 at Campsite #24

We love camping at North Overlook. We DO NOT like the new checkout time of 12:00 Noon!! Its just a bad time to check out, you cant even have lunch before you get on the road again!! Please change it back to 3:00 PM

@MariaG6415756 · Camped on Jul 3, 2024 at Campsite #43

What a beautiful campground! We loved all the mature trees and the shade. There was only one bathroom (which we needed) for all 40+ sites but there was always one available and they were the cleanest campground bathrooms I'd ever seen! We'll be back!

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