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Hillview County Rec Area

Closed For the Season

This campground is closed for the season from October 15, 2024 through April 30, 2025.

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Hillview County Rec Area near Hinton, IA, features rolling hills and open spaces. Temperatures range from lows of 20°F in winter to highs of 85°F in summer. Visitors can explore nearby Stone State Park and the Dorothy Pecaut Nature Center.

Description

County

Headquarters for the Plymouth County Conservation Board, Hillview is conveniently located one mile west of Hinton on county road C60. The 580-acre Hillview Recreation Area contains a mixture of open grasslands, reconstructed prairie, oak woodlands, and wildlife habitat. The park is also a place to camp, swim, and hunt as well as hike, bike and ride a horse. Be sure to check out the elk herd and playgrounds while you are visiting.

From May 1st - October 14th campers can enjoy staying at one of our 3 campgrounds. Each campground offers different amenities.

During the fall and winter, October 15 - January 10, parts of Hillview are open to public hunting. Should you choose to use the trail system during hunting seasons, please make yourself visible by wearing blaze orange and be aware of your surroundings.

The Center for Outdoor Learning or the large picnic shelter may make a perfect meeting location for your next event. Both facilities are located on the south side of the park. These facilities can be reserved for a fee. The picnic shelter can used on a first come first served basis if is not rented.

Features Available at Various Facilities

A/C
Electricity
Fire ring
Firewood available
Handicap Accessible
Heating
Kitchenette
Microwave
Pets prohibited
Picnic Table
Refuse cans
Restroom
Swimming nearby
Table with chairs
Wi-Fi
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Location

Hillview County Rec Area is located in Iowa

Detail location of campground

Address

25601 C60
Hinton, IA 51024

Coordinates

42.63700031 N
96.31900018 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Available
  • Verizon
    Unknown
  • AT&T
    Unknown
  • T-Mobile
    Good

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Cabins

Features

For Campers

  • ADA Access
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Phone Service
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Water Hookups

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Reviewed Jul. 31, 2018

Great views in the Loess Hills of Iowa.

Deer Ridge campground is 1 of 3 campgrounds within Hillview Rec area. It is the most popular one of the 3, it has flat sites with access to shower house and running water and 30 amp hookups. There is plenty of hiking trails, a pond for fishing or swimming, an Elk herd, 2 picnic shelters, an outdoor learning center, horseshoe pit, sand volleyball court, 2 playgrounds, and plenty of grills and picnic spots and in the winter a tubing hill. They also have 2 cabins as well. As of 2019 they also added a 9 hole disc golf course as well.

  • Review photo of Hillview County Rec Area by Derek D., July 31, 2018
  • Review photo of Hillview County Rec Area by Derek D., July 31, 2018
  • Review photo of Hillview County Rec Area by Derek D., July 31, 2018
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does it cost to camp at Hillview County Rec Area?

    Camping at Hillview County Rec Area can cost between $15.00 and $20.00 depending on the site.

  • Does Hillview County Rec Area have RV hookups?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Hillview County Rec Area has water hookups.

  • Are fires allowed at Hillview County Rec Area?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Hillview County Rec Area, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Hillview County Rec Area?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is unknown, AT&T is unknown, and T-Mobile is good.