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Miner's Retreat Enclosed Shelter (Ia) Campground

Lake Red Rock, Iowa

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As of September 2026, Miner's Retreat Enclosed Shelter (Ia) Campground is a campground in Iowa with 1 campsite. Miner's Retreat Enclosed Shelter (Ia) Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Miner's Retreat Enclosed Shelter (Ia) Campground is located at 41.3787° N, 93.0295° W.

people allowed on each site: 100

Miner's Retreat Enclosed Shelter (Ia) Campground reservations and next available dates

September 2026

October 2026

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Stay and booking rules

Group bookings open: 6 Months
Maximum stay: 14 nights
Military discount available

Published by Recreation.gov for Miner's Retreat Enclosed Shelter (Ia) Campground, read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at Miner's Retreat Enclosed Shelter (Ia) Campground

Group 1
Accessible 1
Hookups 1

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Forest · Access: Paved road.

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, wildlife, photography.

All sites at Miner's Retreat Enclosed Shelter (Ia) Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the MINER'S RETREAT ENCLOSED SHELTER (IA) loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps	Hookups	Access
Miner's Retreat Enclosed Shelter	Group	100	Electric, Water, Sewer	Accessible

About Miner's Retreat Enclosed Shelter (Ia) Campground

Overview

Miner's Retreat Enclosed Shelter is located on Lake Red Rock, Iowa's largest lake. It is just 10 minutes from Pella, known for its Dutch heritage, and 15 minutes from Knoxville, the Sprint car capital of the world. Visitors enjoy boating, fishing, hiking, biking and viewing wildlife.

For more information regarding the Army Corps of Engineers and the Lake Red Rock Project, click here: Lake Red Rock Website

Recreation

Lake Red Rock offers excellent boating, water skiing and swimming opportunities. Miles of water trails for kayakers and canoeists are designated along the shoreline.

Anglers will find crappie, walleye, largemouth and striped bass, channel and flathead catfish, northern pike and bluegill.

Several miles of trails for hiking and biking are in the area. The 15 mile paved Volksweg Trail stretches west from Pella to the Des Moines River and to the Cordova Recreation Area

Facilities

Miner's Retreat is an enclosed shelter that offers 20 amp electrical service, air conditioning, electric baseboard heaters, refrigerator, electric stove, microwave, and flush toilets.

If your event is open to the public, greater than 100 people, involves live or amplified music, or if alcohol will be available to attendees, you may need an event permit. Click the link below to apply for an event permit.

Special Event Permit

Shelter occupancy is permitted until dusk.

Natural Features

Lake Red Rock is situated on the Des Moines River. Hardwood forests cover the lakeshore at Miner's Retreat Enclosed Shelter, offering shade and scenic views.

Wildlife is abundant around the lake. A wide variety of waterfowl, including the American White Pelican, migrates through the area in spring and fall. Bald eagles can be observed from November through March. White-tailed deer, turkeys and other small animals are commonly viewed around the lake.

Nearby Attractions

Des Moines, Iowa's capital, is an hour away, with numerous shopping and dining opportunities, museums and the Blank Park Zoo.

Rules and notices at Miner's Retreat Enclosed Shelter (Ia) Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Miner's Retreat Enclosed Shelter (Ia) Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Shelter occupancy is permitted until dusk.

Golf carts, UTVs, and ATVs are not permitted.

Inflatable play equipment (i.e. bounce houses and similar equipment) is not permitted without a Special Event Permit. Please contact the Lake Red Rock Project Office at 641-828-7522 with questions or to inquire about the process for obtaining a permit.

If your event is open to the public, greater than 100 people, involves live or amplified music, or if alcohol will be available to attendees, you may need a special event permit.

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Miner's Retreat Enclosed Shelter (Ia) Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Miner's Retreat Enclosed Shelter (Ia) Campground?

Miner's Retreat Enclosed Shelter (Ia) Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Miner's Retreat Enclosed Shelter (Ia) Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Miner's Retreat Enclosed Shelter (Ia) Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Miner's Retreat Enclosed Shelter (Ia) Campground have?

Miner's Retreat Enclosed Shelter (Ia) Campground has 1 campsites.

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