Whitebreast Camp
Whitebreast Camp 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.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 124 |
| group standard electric | 2 |
| Host/management | 6 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 65 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
107 sites in 4 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 059 | COAL | Electric | Back-in | 49 | Gravel | Partial | 30 amp | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 060 | COAL | Electric | Back-in | 50 | Gravel | Partial | 30 amp | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 061 | COAL | Electric | Back-in | 49 | Gravel | None | 30 amp | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 062 | COAL | Electric | Back-in | 50 | Gravel | Partial | 30 amp | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 063 | COAL | Electric | Back-in | 52 | Gravel | None | 30 amp | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 064 | COAL | Electric | Back-in | 55 | Gravel | Partial | 30 amp | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 068 | COAL | Electric | Back-in | 44 | Gravel | None | 30 amp | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 069 | COAL | Electric | Back-in | 53 | Gravel | Partial | 30 amp | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 070 | COAL | Electric | Back-in | 46 | Gravel | Partial | 30 amp | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 071 | COAL | Electric | Back-in | 54 | Gravel | None | 30 amp | 8 / 2 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric |
| Max vehicle length | 65 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
This large campground offers 132 campsites and two group sites, all with either 30 or 50-amp electric hookups. Amenities include flush and pit toilets, showers, drinking water, a dump station and boat ramp. Younger campers love the park's playgrounds, and the Whitebreast Beach is nearby. Two day use picnic shelters are also located within the Whitebreast Camp area. The Whitebreast Point shelter is a conventional open shelter and the Miner's Retreat shelter is a small enclosed shelter.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
971 Highway S71 Knoxville, Iowa 50138 From Knoxville, take County Highway T-15 northeast for 8 miles. Turn north onto County Highway S-71 and continue 2 miles, following signs to the campground.
| Nearest town | Knoxville, Iowa |
| Coordinates | 41.3642° N, 93.0250° W · Directions ↗ |
Charges and 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. Late cancellations are subject to additional fees.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 2.9 mi |
| RV sales & service | Lowry Motorsports & RVs ↗ | 29.7 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Bass Pro Shops ↗ | 32.5 mi |
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Worth a stop
Des Moines, Iowa's capital, is an hour away, with numerous shopping and dining opportunities, museums and the Blank Park Zoo.
- 4.6 miCordova Day Use And Cabins ↗Day use
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Coal Ridge Baptist Church and CemeteryBuilding · Knoxville · 1 mi
- East Amsterdam SchoolBuilding · Pella · 3.8 mi
- Wabash Railroad BridgeStructure · Pella · 4.7 mi
Natural features
Lake Red Rock is situated on the Des Moines River. Hardwood forests cover the lake shore at Whitebreast, 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.
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, walleye, largemouth and striped bass, 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
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Whitebreast Camp?
Sites at Whitebreast Camp are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Whitebreast Camp?
Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Whitebreast Camp?
A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation.
Source: Charges and cancellations
How many sites does Whitebreast Camp have?
132 sites, including 124 standard sites with power and 2 group standard electric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Whitebreast Camp?
The longest site here provides 65 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Whitebreast Camp have hookups?
Yes, electric hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Whitebreast Camp?
Amenities include flush and pit toilets, showers, drinking water, a dump station and boat ramp.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Whitebreast Camp?
Yes, pets are allowed at Whitebreast Camp. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Whitebreast Camp?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Whitebreast Camp?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 5G, AT&T 4G LTE, and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Whitebreast Camp?
Lake Red Rock offers excellent boating, water skiing and swimming opportunities. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Whitebreast Camp?
Knoxville, Iowa. Des Moines, Iowa's capital, is an hour away, with numerous shopping and dining opportunities, museums and the Blank Park Zoo.
Source: Getting there