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Cold Spring Park

About a mile north of Lewis, Cold Spring Park sits on 104 acres managed by the Cass County Conservation Board. The campground operates from April through October with 26 electric hookup sites and 20 primitive sites available on a first-come, first-served basis. Electric sites accommodate RVs up to 40 feet and cost $15 per night, while primitive sites run $10.

Sites sit close together in this wooded county park, offering limited privacy between neighbors. The facility includes restrooms with showers and a dump station, plus allows campfires and pets. One camper noted the park filled completely by Saturday morning despite having multiple electric sites available on a Friday afternoon. The location works well for overnight stops, particularly for travelers passing through central Iowa who need places to camp near Lewis.

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Map & DirectionsCold Spring Park is located in Iowa near Lewis

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Directions

From Jct of US-6 & CR-M56, S 1.75 mi on CR-M56 (R)

Coordinates

41.2910003 N
95.08400097 W

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Features

For Campers

Phone Service
Showers
Drinking Water
Electric Hookups
Toilets
Pets
Fires

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Sanitary Dump
30 Amp Hookups
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Drive Time

1 hr 1 min from Omaha, NE
1 hr 21 min from Des Moines, IA
1 hr 38 min from Lincoln, NE
1 hr 48 min from Ames, IA

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Reviewed Jun. 26, 2022

Small 104 Acre Park

This is a small 104 acre county park in central/west central Iowa. There are 26 electoral hook up sites and 20 primitive sites. Coat was $10 for primitive and $15 for electric. No reservations. Fist come first served. We pulled in around 3:30PM on a Friday and there were 6-8 electrical sites to choose from. (The place did fill up by Saturday morning though.) Sites are close together and there isn’t much privacy. The bathrooms are decent bathrooms with showers and over all the place was fairly clean. We just wanted a place to stay for a night or two on a pass through and this placed served the purpose. Not a place to visit if you are looking for spacious sites with a lot of privacy but it is a shady, well wooded park in the middle of nowhere Iowa If you need a place to stop for a night or two.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What camping facilities are available at Cold Springs State Park in Iowa?

Cold Springs Park in Iowa is a 104-acre county park offering two types of camping options. The park features 26 electrical hookup sites priced at $15 per night and 20 primitive camping sites available for $10 per night. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no reservation system in place. For the most current information on facilities, amenities, and any seasonal closures, contacting the county parks department before your visit is recommended.

How do I access Cold Springs Park in Iowa?

Cold Springs Park is located in central/west central Iowa. The park is accessible by road and can be reached by following local signage. As this is a county park, it's typically well-marked on local maps and navigation systems. For specific directions based on your starting location, check with the county parks department or use standard mapping services. The park entrance will lead you directly to the camping areas.

Can I camp at Officer Lewis area in Cold Springs Park?

The Officer Lewis area is not specifically identified as a designated camping zone within Cold Springs Park. The park offers two main camping options: 26 electrical sites and 20 primitive sites. For specific information about camping in the Officer Lewis area or whether this section of the park permits camping, contact the park management directly. All camping at Cold Springs Park is first-come, first-served with no reservation system in place.

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