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Lake Red Rock
Activities in the park
4 campgrounds in Lake Red Rock
Grab the kids, your buddies, or simply a few cold ones for a weekend of camping below Red Rock Dam on the Des Moines River. With prime access to fishing and a boat ramp to boot, you’ll be in water-lovin’ heaven all weekend long. You can even hit the hiking trails if water ain’t your thing! So load up your car today… you don’t want to miss out on n Read more...
Who knew you could camp in the dense forest while also having quick access to the beach? At North Overlook Campground on Lake Red Rock, your dreams will finally come true. Known for its shady, tree-lined campsites, North Overlook is the perfect place to spend those long summer days. Hit the beach with the fam or catch a show at the ampitheatre. Yo Read more...
Perched right on Lake Red Rock, Whitebreast Campground is a gorgeous spot to spend a day (or two or three!). Camping with kids? How about the whole family? Whitebreast has got you covered, with a playground and beach to keep even the pickiest of campers occupied. Once you’ve explored Whitebreast Campground, you’ve got the whole park surrounding La Read more...
Picturesque camping less than an hour from Des Moines? Count us in! Wallashuck Campground has got you covered in terms of amenities, plus tons of spacious campsites complete with all the hookups are available. Once you’re settled, you’ve got the entire wilderness around Lake Red Rock to explore. Hiking and biking trails wind around the park, or ch Read more...
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