Quiet primitive camping beside a stocked pond in rural southwest Iowa.
Private. Peaceful. Simple. No crowds, no hookups, no city noise.
Our property is a quiet stretch of rural southwest Iowa farmland near Hawthorne, centered around a peaceful, stocked pond surrounded by wide-open row crop fields. This isn’t a commercial campground — it’s a simple, private slice of country where you can slow down, cast a line, float on the water, and enjoy true Midwestern quiet.
Stocked Pond
- Catch-and-Release fishing
- Shoreline Access
- Peaceful Water Views
- Paddleboat and Canoe Rental Available
Primitive Camping
- No Hookups
- No Potable Water
- No Restroom Facilities Currently
Quiet Rural Setting
- Low Traffic
- Low Noise
- Dark Skies
- Frogs
- Relaxing Views
A simple place to slow down
Set about a quarter mile off a low-traffic gravel road, our pond offers privacy, minimal noise, and very low light pollution. On clear nights, the sky fills with stars and the sounds of frogs and evening breezes replace traffic and city noise.
- Catch-and-release fishing
- Swimming allowed
- Kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards welcome (rentals available)
- Walking and sunset views along the shoreline
The pond is stocked and open for catch-and-release fishing. It is currently stocked with hybrid bluegill, green sunfish, crappie, bass, channel catfish, perch, and walleye. Swimming is allowed, and guests are welcome to bring kayaks, canoes, paddleboards, and other non-motorized watercraft. The shoreline is open for walking, relaxing, and finding your favorite sunset spot.
Before You Book
This is intentionally a primitive camping experience. Guests should come prepared and plan to be self-sufficient.
- No hookups
- No potable water
- No restroom facilities
- 110v outlet near Site A for light-duty use
- Trash drums provided
Ready for quiet Iowa camping?
Book your stay through our Hipcamp listing.
The pond is stocked and open for catch-and-release fishing. Swimming is allowed, and guests are welcome to bring kayaks, canoes, paddleboards, and other non-motorized watercraft. The shoreline is open for walking, relaxing, and finding your favorite sunset spot.
An old railroad caboose sits near the pond, adding a unique touch of character and history to the setting (interior not accessible).
This is intentionally a primitive camping experience. There are no hookups, no potable water, and no restroom facilities at this time. A 110v outlet is available near Site A for light-duty use, and trash drums are provided. Guests should come prepared and plan to be self-sufficient.
We welcome respectful campers who appreciate simple outdoor experiences — quiet mornings by the water, kids learning to fish, or peaceful evenings under wide Iowa skies. If both campsites are occupied, they sit across the pond from each other, allowing space and separation while sharing the same beautiful setting. We ask guests to keep noise reasonable so everyone can enjoy the calm atmosphere.
Access is drive-up in most conditions, though heavy rain can make the ground soft.
If you’re looking for wide skies, still water, and room to breathe, you’ll find it here.