Wilder Park

Allison, Iowa

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Overview

Wilder Park offers 88 acres of camping, picnicking, walking, biking, or playtime!

We are conveniently located 1/4 mile east of Allison, Iowa on Highway 3.

Our amenities include two fishing ponds, a dog park, 18-hole frisbee disc golf, sand volleyball, two playgrounds, picnic shelters, pickle ball court, BMX pump track, large in-ground chess/checkers board, Wilder Mountain, intra-park hard surfaced walking/biking trail connected to Rolling Prairie Trail, 18-acre wildflower prairie, forest, severe storm shelters, two library kiosks, entertainment stage with free summer concerts and on-site camp host.  

Occasional Friday night food trucks and Saturday morning coffee truck.

Are you looking for a campground in allison, IA? Then Wilder Park located on 22301 Hwy 3 might be the place for you. The site includes electricity.




Amenities

30 Amps
50 Amps
ADA Accessible
Back-in RV Sites
Backpacking
Basketball
Biking
Check
City Park
Community Restrooms
Community Showers
Conservation Area
Discover
Dump Station
Family Friendly
Fire Pit
Fire Ring / Grill
Fishing
Gasoline Nearby
Gravel Roads
Hiking
Kayaking
Kayaking & Canoeing
MasterCard
Mini Golf
Parking Lot
Pet Friendly
Pets Allowed
Picnic Area
Picnic Table
Playground
Public Park
RV Hookup
RVing
Sewer Hookups
Shower
Slide Outs
Tent Camping
Toilet
Trash Service
Visa
Volleyball
Water Hookups

Rules

Wireless Internet

Limited access is available at the park.

Storm Shelters

The storm shelters will provide protection in extreme weather. They are located NW of the shower house. They are dark and cool so we suggest taking a flashlight, jacket & weather radio. Sirens from Allison can be heard at the park if you are outside your RV.

Sports Equipment

Soccer balls, frisbees, basketballs, bean bag toss, horseshoes, pickle ball equipment and golf balls are available from the Camp Host.

Speed Limit

Please observe the speed limit as a courtesy to ALL campers, especially those with small children.

Fishing

Anyone 15 and over should have a fishing license. No swimming or littering in the ponds is permitted.

Fire and Fire Ring

Fires may be made in designated areas only and never left unattended. Do not move fire rings. Burning bans apply unless otherwise notified. Please DO NOT put cans, bottles, garbage, dog feces or other non-flammable materials in the fire rings.

Dump Station

The dump station is located just west of the park. From the entrance drive, proceed west and north approximately 3 blocks to Ash & Pfaltzgraff Streets. To exit- drive west to Oak Street and turn left to Highway 3. (signs are posted)

Boats

Must be paddled or electrically propelled. No gas motors are allowed in the ponds. All boat passengers MUST wear life jackets. Launch boat at designated area.

Camper Registration

All registrations must be booked through and entered into our online system. If you need help navigating VisitWilderPark.com, your camp host can help walk you through making a reservation. When you arrive at the park stop and check in with the camp host before parking. If you have not pre-registered, you must register with the camp host BEFORE choosing a site or unhooking. Your camp host can help you find an open reservation. All campers must have the reserved sign or their camp receipt displayed on the signpost before unhooking. Your reserved sign can be picked up from the camp host. All holiday reservations must include Friday, Saturday, and Sunday night stays.

Quiet Hours

10:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. daily is the camps' quiet hours. STRICTLY ENFORCED. All non register camping guests must exit the park quietly.

Vehicle Parking

All vehicles should be parked at least 5 feet off the road in campsite areas to allow large vehicles to pass. Oversized trucks, boats, all trailers need to be parked in the main parking lot. Golf carts may only be parked on gravel and or grass.

Trailers and Extra Vehicles

To keep the camping area enjoyable to all, extra vehicles, including trailers need to be parked in the main parking lot and not in the camping area. Oversized trucks will also be asked to park in the main parking lot. No trailers or vehicles may be left in the camping park after check-out time. If you choose to leave something behind after your check-out time it must be in the main parking lot and we are not responsible for its safety.

Golf Carts ATV/UTV Mini Bikes

Golf Carts. ATV/UTVs are allowed in the park and may be used ONLY on hard surface roads from SUNRISE to SUNSET. Use inside the park is restricted to streets ONLY. Golf Carts are NOT allowed on the bike trails, woods, grass or park service areas through the tent area. Drivers must possess a valid driver's license. Golf Carts and UTVs must follow the 10 mph speed limit and the 10:30 pm quiet time in the park. To go to town on the Designated Path (not on bike trail): Go north by scout cabin, cross bike trail, turn left follow dirt road, cross bike trail again , turn right and follow grass area beside bike trail, at the bench cross county bike trail, then turn left on path and follow path into town

Cabin Rules

Check-in for cabins is after 3 pm Check-out for cabins is 11 am NO PETS AND NO SMOKING IN THE CABINS. Bedding and Towels are NOT provided. Scout Cabin sleeps 6 (2 full-size beds and 2 twins), Eagle Cabin sleeps 5 (1 full-size bed and 3 twins), North Cabin sleeps 5 ( two full-size beds and 1 twin) and Cub Cabin (no water) sleeps 4 (1 full-size bed, one upper twin and one lower futon). Please complete the cleaning checklist when you leave - Cleaning supplies are provided. If the cleaning checklist is not completed or the cabin is left a mess or damaged, you will be charged a cleaning fee of $50. Any damages will be charged at current pricing for repairs. The cabin must be occupied by at least one adult over 21 at all times. Cabins need to be reserved and paid for by credit card online before arrival.

Pets

We love pets, and well-behaved pets are welcome in the camp area. We are a city park and city ordinances apply. Your pet must be on a leash at all times, not to exceed 6 feet in length. Pet owners are responsible for picking up all dog droppings immediately. (Do not dispose of pet dropping in the fire pits) NO PETS ARE ALLOWED IN THE CABINS OR THE LODGE AT ANY TIME. Visit the Dog Park at the SW Corner of the Park.

Cancellation Policy

For reservations canceled more than 28 days before your expected arrival, we offer a full refund minus the Roverpass fees and platform fees. Reservations canceled up to 14 days in advance will be refunded at 50% minus Roverpass and platform fees. Any cancellations after that are not refundable. Camping is an outdoor activity and we are all dependent on the weather. No refunds will be issued for weather or sites that are deemed too wet. Note: All refund calculations exclude the RoverPass service fees and credit card processing, which are non-refundable.

Fireworks

City statues prohibit all fireworks at Wilder Park