North Overlook Camp
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.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 43 |
| Tent-only | 6 |
| Host/management | 3 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 90 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
49 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Electric | Back-in | 42 | Gravel | Full | 50 amp | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 02 | Electric | Back-in | 47 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 03 | Electric | Back-in | 56 | Gravel | Full | 50 amp | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 04 | Electric | Back-in | 48 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 05 | Electric | Back-in | 58 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 06 | Electric | Back-in | 33 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 07 | Electric | Back-in | 54 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 08 | Electric | Back-in | 53 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 09 | Electric | Back-in | 63 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 10 | Electric | Back-in | 52 | Gravel | Partial | 50 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 | 90 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
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.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
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.
| Nearest town | Pella, Iowa |
| Coordinates | 41.3803° N, 92.9697° 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 ↗ | 1 mi |
| RV sales & service | Lowry Motorsports & RVs ↗ | 27.3 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Bass Pro Shops ↗ | 34.1 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.
- 5.8 miCordova Day Use And Cabins ↗Day use
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- East Amsterdam SchoolBuilding · Pella · 0.7 mi
- Coal Ridge Baptist Church and CemeteryBuilding · Knoxville · 2.7 mi
- Hendrik J. and Wilhelmina H. Van Den Berg CottageBuilding · Pella · 2.7 mi
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.
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
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at North Overlook Camp?
Sites at North Overlook 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 North Overlook Camp?
Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at North Overlook Camp?
A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation.
Source: Charges and cancellations
How many sites does North Overlook Camp have?
52 sites, including 43 standard sites with power and 6 tent-only sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at North Overlook Camp?
Recreation.gov lists no practical vehicle capacity limit for the largest site here, which usually means pull-through or open parking. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does North Overlook Camp have hookups?
Yes, electric hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at North Overlook Camp?
Amenities include flush toilets, showers, drinking water and a dump station.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at North Overlook Camp?
Yes, pets are allowed at North Overlook Camp. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at North Overlook Camp?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at North Overlook Camp?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE and AT&T 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at North Overlook 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 North Overlook Camp?
Pella, 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