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Adair City Park, near Adair, Iowa, is a convenient spot for travelers looking for a quick overnight stay or a simple camping experience. With affordable rates for both RVs and tents, it’s a practical choice for those passing through the area.

The park features essential amenities like electric hookups and clean restrooms, which visitors have appreciated. One camper mentioned, “The bathrooms looked recently cleaned but not amazing,” highlighting the park's effort to maintain cleanliness. There's also a playground and sports courts, making it a nice stop for families.

Located just off Interstate 80, Adair City Park is perfect for weary road trippers. Reviewers noted the park's proximity to local stores for any last-minute supplies, and the area is generally quiet, providing a restful night. As one visitor put it, “Quiet and affordable!” Whether you're just stopping for the night or planning a short stay, this park offers a straightforward camping experience without the frills.

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Location

Adair City Park is located in Iowa

Directions

From Jct of I-80 & exit 76, exit N 0.75 mi to Hwy 83 (R).

Coordinates

41.49800053 N
94.643 W

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47 min from Des Moines
1 hr 12 min from Omaha
1 hr 13 min from Ames
1 hr 55 min from Sioux City

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Site Types

Tent Sites
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Standard (Tent/RV)

Features

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ADA Access
Trash
Picnic Table
Phone Service
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Drinking Water
Electric Hookups
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Sanitary Dump
30 Amp Hookups

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Tracy J.

Traveler

Reviewed Jun. 28, 2025

Cute town park

Small town park with spots to back in and plug in. Cost is $20 you put in an envelope by the bathroom. Got here at 9:30 and there was about 5 campers already here. Maybe 3 spots left. Quiet town not too much noise at all

Month of VisitJune

Make Memes Not War P.

Guide

Reviewed Jun. 8, 2025

Quick & Easy Stop Off 80

Based on other reviews we weren’t expecting much, but this spot is perfect for getting a good night’s rest when passing through Iowa.

Camping is basically a parking space in a tiny town park in a tiny town in the middle of nowhere. Each space is marked by an electric hookup. Although it says RV and tent, tent camping isn’t exactly defined (just pull up and pitch a tent in the grass). Just rolled up in our “hard-shelled tent mobile” and don’t use hookups, so can’t comment there.

The park is quiet, though the interstate noise is still fairly loud. But it’s far better than pulling into a rest area where the highway and truck generators are constant.

Our only non-quiet moment was when we pulled in on a Saturday night after dark and a group of local kids were hanging out around the bathrooms. We heard some good old fashioned hide and seek (which made us smile) among other screeches and hollers. They stayed out till 11-11:30pm, which was a bit late, but what can you expect from kids in a tiny town with not a whole lot else to do.

There are signs for camping at just about every small town exit, so there are a number of options between Des Moines and Council Bluffs. We chose this town because access is quick and easy. Keeping it in our list of quieter non-rest area places to sleep!

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Month of VisitJune

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Gudrun C.

Scout

Reviewed Oct. 16, 2024

Convenient Spot

No frills spot for an easy stop off I-80. Only 2 other campers the night we stayed. Great Mexican restaurant 2 blocks away.

Month of VisitOctober

Alika T.

Guide

Reviewed Jul. 31, 2024

Awesome little campsites!

$15 full power / $6 tents / $5 dump only. They have 110 power as well as regular hookups. Playground, tennis / pickleball courts, little zip line, and covered picnic area.

Month of VisitJuly

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Nicole

Guide

Reviewed Aug. 17, 2023

Great overnight spot

Park was clean and close to highway. Husband said bathrooms were clean enough. Didn't use the showers. Arrived around 10pm on a Tuesday and there were 3 spots left. Not all spots could accommodate big rigs. About 8 sites total with electric and water hookups. $15/night for RVs and $6 for tents. Drop box and dump station by the bathrooms. Police rolled through shortly after we arrived. Safe area now but marker says this is the site of Jesse James first train robbery in July 1873. Would definitely come back if passing through.

Month of VisitAugust

Paul B.

Ranger

Reviewed Sep. 20, 2022

First come first served

Nice few sites off the interstate to pull in for the night at the town park. $15 with electric is a nice IA welcome. Showers worked and for the price I wouldn't complain, but they were old and grungy. Water pumps were available to fill your freshwater tank. As it is the town park, expect people come and go. Historical marker says Adair was where Jesse James robbed his first train.

Month of VisitSeptember

Maybo H.

Traveler

Reviewed Jul. 15, 2021

Interesting place to camp at a park

Great playground. Small town. Bathrooms looked recently cleaned but not amazing. Equipped with soap. Shower was leaking and kinda gross but only $6 for tents and $15 Rvs.

SitePlayground

Month of VisitJuly

Alysa R.

Guide

Reviewed May. 5, 2021

It was a nice spot

I have a 31 foot pull behind camper & I fit fine. We stopped here at 1030 pm coming from Indiana, heading to California & we are first time buyers of a camper. There was no envelopes for the drop box, I emailed them & never got back so I got a night free. The power was fine, the water was fine. The bathroom were actually clean. It was a cute little spot & it was quiet. Would stop again

Month of VisitMay

Allen B.

Scout

Reviewed Sep. 24, 2020

Great little parking spot

We rolled in around 8:45 on a Wednesday evening, grabbed an envelope and paid for our night as we were traveling through on our trip to Colorado. It was easy to find this location. Be sure to have window shades as the spots are well lit. There is access to a public bathroom and shower. There is also a fair amount of road noise so have a pair of ear plugs if needed. Not bad for a quick overnight stay.

Matt S.

Legend

Reviewed Aug. 31, 2018

Look for the Yellow Smiley Face Water Tower

This is a small campground in a small town right of interstate 80 in central Iowa. This is a great weekend spot for locals or an overnight spot for a weary traveler on their way through Iowa. This is ideal for a camper of fifth wheel. Not necessarily where I would want to camp with a tent.

You are real close to a Kum & Go and Caseys General Store if you forgot some of your supplies at home. The campground is really clean.

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Susie W.

Scout

Reviewed May. 2, 2018

A nice municipal park

We pulled in after hours, took a look around, parked, paid and slept-- well! Quiet and affordable!

SiteWe were in a van, not an RV but did not pitch a tent, nor did we hook up to anything.

Month of VisitApril

Frequently Asked Questions

What recreational activities are available at Adair City Park?

Adair City Park offers several recreational activities for visitors. The park features a playground for children, tennis and pickleball courts for sports enthusiasts, and a small zip line for added fun. There's also a covered picnic area perfect for family gatherings or meals outdoors. The park's small-town setting provides a peaceful environment for walking, and its proximity to the interstate makes it easy to access. While primarily designed as a convenient overnight stop, the park's facilities provide enough activities to keep visitors entertained during their stay.

Is there a reservation system for Adair City Park Campground?

Adair City Park Campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis without a formal reservation system. Payment is handled through a self-service envelope system - you'll find payment envelopes near the bathroom where you can deposit your camping fee. The campground has approximately 8 sites with electric and water hookups. During busy travel periods, especially in summer and evenings around 9-10pm, the campground can fill up quickly. For the best chance at securing a spot, arrive earlier in the day when possible.

How much does it cost to camp at Adair City Park Campground?

Camping at Adair City Park is quite affordable. RV camping with electric hookups costs $15 per night (recently updated to $20 per night). Tent camping is even more economical at $6 per night. For those just needing to use the dump station without staying overnight, there's a $5 fee. These budget-friendly rates make it an excellent option for travelers passing through on I-80 looking for an economical place to rest.

What amenities are available at Adair City Park Campground?

Adair City Park Campground offers electric hookups (including both standard and 110 power options) and water access at the campsites. The facility includes public bathrooms with soap and shower facilities, though the showers are somewhat basic. Water pumps are available for filling freshwater tanks, and there's a dump station for RVs. The campground is situated in a well-lit area and includes a playground, tennis/pickleball courts, a small zip line, and a covered picnic area. It's a no-frills campground designed primarily for convenient overnight stays.

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