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Motor Mill Historic Site

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Motor Mill Historic Site is located in Iowa

Coordinates

42.80700068 N
91.35100075 W

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Fair
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Site Types

Tent Sites
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Picnic Table
Phone Service
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Annie C.

Legend

Reviewed May. 30, 2019

Turkey River fun and history too

This campground is on the Turkey River in an open field. There are a handful of picnic tables and fire pits scattered around, and there doesn’t seem to be any rhyme or reason to sites, although there is a pay station with “sites” noted. The best sites are on the back edge, up against the woods where you can have some tree cover and possibly hang a hammock. If you are out in the main field, there are very few trees and no suitable hammock trees. There are NO hookups for campers/RVs. This is a primarily tent campground. Things get kinda rowdy on the weekends; it seems this is a party campground for all the river rats who come to play in the river. Across from the camping area is river access for boats, fishing, and kayaking. There is a really neat historical Mill building that is open a few hours a week for tours (not while I was there) as well as an amazing old bridge with a wood plank roadbed that you can still drive across. I found the bridge construction pretty amazing and wish I was there on a weekend instead of during the week as I would have loved to tour the old Mill. As it was I was still able to walk the grounds (NOT suggested at night due to uneven ground) and imagine how this little community would have functioned long ago.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are fires allowed at Motor Mill Historic Site?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Motor Mill Historic Site, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Does Motor Mill Historic Site have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Motor Mill Historic Site does not have wifi.