Electric-only sites along the Iowa River make Bessman-Kemp Park a straightforward base camp for anglers and families. The Hardin County Conservation Board maintains this campground within the wildlife area, offering 30-amp hookups at sites priced at $15 cash or $19 via QR code payment.
Campers fish directly from the riverbank while children use the small playground nearby. Sites include picnic tables with trash service provided, though no water hookups or dump station are available. The location works well for exploring places to camp around Bessman-Kemp Wildlife Area or as an affordable overnight stop with basic electric service.
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Map & DirectionsBessman-Kemp Park is located in Iowa near Hampton
Coordinates
42.52630065 N
93.38591027 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- 30 Amp Hookups
Drive Time
- 43 min from Ames, IA
- 58 min from Waterloo, IA
- 1 hr 5 min from Des Moines, IA
- 1 hr 39 min from Cedar Rapids, IA
