$22.00 USD per night, starting at.
Wilder Park has sites available for Instant Book. When you select Instant Book, your reservation will be automatically approved.
Any non-Instant Book sites will still require campground approval.
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.
Open Dates: April 17 to October 31
Rates
We love that your pets want to come camping. This is a city park all pets must be on a leash at ALL TIMES. The minimum stay on the weekends is 2 nights Our full hook-up sites are back in (sites 1 - 14) or back-to-back (sites 28-40)
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| RV Sites Full Hookups | $26.00 | $182.00 |
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We love pets. The city ordinance says they must be on a leash at ALL TIMES. 2-night minimum on weekends Some sites are gravel and some are grass
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| RV Site - Water/Electric Only | $22.00 | $168.00 |
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We know you love your pets, and we do also, but as a city park, they must be on a leash at ALL TIMES. No exceptions.
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| Primitive Tent Sites | $16.00 | $110.00 | Choose Your Site |
NO PETS & NO SMOKING ALLOWED. Check-in is after 3 pm, and check-out is by 11 am. Linens and towels are not supplied. Beds should not be used without bedding or sleeping bags. Bedding is available for rent at the park for $25 per bed for the length of your stay or you may bring your own. By renting the Cabin, you are agreeing to follow the checkout list provided in the cabin; this includes taking out all garbage, sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming. You will ensure the bathroom and kitchen are clean when you check out. If you have rented bedding, beds should be stripped and bedding placed in a pile by the door. A checklist is provided in the cabin on the wall by the door. Please leave the cabin better than you found it for the next camper. Cleaning supplies are supplied. Thank you.
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| Cabin with Shower - Bedding and Towels Not Included | $60.00 | $470.00 | Choose Your Site |
No bathroom inside the cabin. You are 50 feet from the shower house. NO PETS & NO SMOKING ALLOWED. Check-in is after 3 pm and check-out is by 11 am Linens and towels are not supplied (all beds have plastic mattress protectors on them. Beds should not be used without bedding or sleeping bags). Bedding is available for rent at the park for $25 per bed for the length of your stay. By renting the Cabin, you are agreeing to follow the checkout list provided in the cabin; this includes taking out all garbage, sweeping, and mopping. You will ensure the counters and the frig are clean when you check out. If you have rented bedding, beds should be stripped and bedding placed in a pile by the door. A checklist is provided in the cabin on the wall by the door. Please leave the cabin better than you found it for the next camper. Cleaning supplies are supplied. Thank you. Available beds in the cabin are 1 full-size bed, 1 upper twin, and 1 lower full-size futon.
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| Cabin No Water - Bedding and Towels Not Included | $45.00 | $345.00 | Choose Your Site |
NO PETS & NO SMOKING ALLOWED. Linens and towels are not supplied (all beds have plastic mattress protectors on them, beds should not be used without bedding or sleeping bags). Bedding is available for rent at the park for $25 per bed for the length of your stay. By renting the Lodge overnight you are agreeing to follow the check out list provided in the lodge, this includes, taking out all garbage, sweeping, mopping and vacuuming. You will ensure the bathroom and kitchen are clean when you check out. If you have rented bedding, beds should be stripped and bedding placed in a pile by the door. A checklist is provided in the lodge. Please leave the lodge better than you found it for the next camper. Cleaning supplies are supplied. Thank you.
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| Lodge (Overnight Stay) Bedding and Towels not Included | $100.00 | Choose Your Site |
Rules
Camper Registration
All registrations must be booked through our online system. If you need help navigating VisitWilderPark.com, your camp host can help you make a reservation. Reservations can only be made for up to 14 days in one site. If you would like to stay longer and are not in a prearranged contractor site, you will need to move to a different stop with in the park. **When you arrive at the park, STOP AND CHECK IN WITH YOUR CAMP HOST BEFORE PROCEEDING TO YOUR CAMPSITE OR UNHOOKING. YOU WILL NEED TO PICK UP YOUR RESERVATION CARD FROM THE CAMP HOST. 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.
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 by 11:00 p.m.
Vehicle Parking
All vehicles should be parked at least 5 feet off the road in campsite areas to allow large vehicles to pass "One vehicle per campsite." Extra vehicles, oversized trucks, boats, all trailers, and any 4x4s/ UTVs need to be parked in the main parking lot.
Trailers and Extra Vehicles
To keep the camping area enjoyable to all, extra vehicles, including 4x4s and Golf cart/ATV/UTV 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 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, grassy areas or park service areas through the tent area. (Maintenance and camp hosts are exempt) 4x4s need to be parked in the main parking lot and not at your campsite. Drivers must possess a valid driver's license. All other state laws apply to motorized vehicle operations. (IA Code 321.247) Violators will be reported to local authorities. Golf Carts and UTVs must follow the 10 mph speed limit and the 10 pm quiet time in the park. ATV/ MINI BIKES are not allowed in the city parks (Code of Iowa, Sec. 321I.14[1h])
Cabin Rules
Check-in for cabins is after 3 pm Check-out is by 11 am NO PETS AND NO SMOKING IN THE CABINS. Bedding and Towels are NOT provided but can be rented for $25 per bed for the length of your stay. Scout Cabin sleeps 7 (2 full-size beds, 2 twins and 1 trundle), Eagle Cabin sleeps 6 (1 full-size bed and 3 twins and 1 twin trundle), Cabin 1 sleeps 5 ( two full-size beds and 1 twin and 1 trundle) and Cabin 2 (no water) sleeps 4 (1 full-size bed, one upper twin and one lower futon). You must 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. 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.
Rugs, Hammocks and Tents
Rugs can be used on the gravel. Nothing may be attached to the trees; no hammocks, tents, clotheslines, etc.
Cancellation Policy
100% refund (minus rover pass fees) if canceled at least 14 days before your scheduled reservation 50% refund (minus rover pass fees) if canceled at least 7 days before your scheduled reservation no refund if canceled 6 days or less before your reservation
Fire Rings
Please do not put cans, bottles, garbage, dog feces, or other materials in the fire rings!!!! Do not move fire rings; all fires must be contained in the provided fire rings and never left unattended. Firewood is available for purchase at the camp entrance. (Your donation for the firewood helps support local Boy Scout troops) NO CUTTING WOOD FROM THE PARK TREES!
Fireworks
City statues prohibit all fireworks at Wilder Park
Amenities
Pets Allowed
Shower
Toilet
Gravel Roads
Community Showers
Fire Ring / Grill
Water Hookups
Gasoline Nearby
Playground
Picnic Area
Community Restrooms
Back-in RV Sites
RV Hookup
ADA Accessible
Dump Station
Sewer Hookups
Fire Pit
Pet Friendly
Slide Outs
Trash Service
WiFi
50 Amps
Picnic Table
30 Amps
Activities
Biking
Basketball
Volleyball
Kayaking & Canoeing
Backpacking
Fishing
Hiking
Kayaking
Mini Golf
Lifestyles
Family Friendly
Pet Friendly
Tent Camping
RVing
Listing Types
Public Park
Conservation Area
City Park
Parking Lot
Area Tips
Wilder Park is located on the Rolling Praire Bike Trail
25 minutes from Waverly
35 minutes from Cedar Falls
60 minutes from Mason City
5 golf courses in a 12 mile radius
Reviews Leave a Review
William Dean
Campground Response
Thanks Bill we couldn't agree more Gary and Michelle are the best. We are so blessed that they agree to return and love the camp as much as we love them. You will see them in 2025
JENNIFER STRATMANN
Terry Carlson
Pam Folkerts
Claudia Lacour
Marcie Sharp
Campground Response
Oh Marcie, we are so sorry! That is never our intention. None of our campers are ever an inconvenience. We enjoy all of them. Our sincere apologies. It is our intention to welcome everyone like family. I guess we all have oops moments. Again please accept our apologies.
Kevin Lockey
Trisha Adolphs
Joan Lore
Thomas Krieger
Campground Response
Thanks Thomas, Gary and Michelle said it's easy when you have great campers like you.
Levi Bark
Mary Williams
Campground Response
Mary if that ever happens again please call the camp directly to make the change. We can sometimes avoid that from happening.
Cindee Pollow
Byron Duit
Nanette Spratt
Alana Tucker
Campground Response
Thanks Alana it takes many volunteer hours to keep the park beautiful. Yes we agree Gary and Michelle are great camp hosts.
David Schake
Campground Response
We love haring this David
Adam Niehaus
Gwana Wirtjes
Ethan Miller
Anne McWilliams
Pamela Johnson
Campground Response
Pamela we loved having you and your husband in the park. Our camp host Gary and Michelle loved having you in the park and hearing about your travels. Thanks for enjoying our little piece of heaven
Julie Joyner
Diane Pike
Wayne Pralle
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