Timmons Grove County Park campground
Timmons Grove County Park
The camping area at Timmons Grove County Park offers several amenities to make your stay comfortable, including electrical hookups, picnic tables, and fire rings. The park also features restrooms and shower facilities for campers to use. The campground operates on a first-come-first-serve basis and offers a total of 54 campsites.
An interesting fact about Timmons Grove County Park is that it was once a popular spot for Native Americans to camp and hunt. The park's rich history is preserved through several interpretive signs and displays throughout the area.
The best time of year to visit Timmons Grove County Park is during the summer months, from June to August, when the temperatures average between 80-90°F. This is the perfect time to enjoy the park's scenic views and take advantage of the many outdoor recreational activities available, including hiking, fishing, and boating.
What's on-site at Timmons Grove County Park
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Timmons Grove County Park, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverview Park - Marshalltown | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Grammer Grove Wildlife Area | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Wolf Creek Rec Area | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Union Grove State Park | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Mariposa Co Park | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Timmons Grove County Park -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa River At Marshalltown | 768 cfs | → |
| Timber Creek Near Marshalltown | 88 cfs | → |
| South Fork Iowa River Ne Of New Providence | 163 cfs | → |
| Indian Creek Near Mingo | 213 cfs | → |
| Richland Creek Near Haven | 34 cfs | → |
| South Skunk River At Colfax | 631 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Timmons Grove County Park -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eldora | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Grundy Center | 1.0 in | 0.1 in | → |
| Blo Squaw Ck On The South Skunk R. | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Ames 0.9 Ene | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Ames 2.1 N | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Iowa Falls | 9.0 in | 0.3 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Timmons Grove County Park as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Timmons Grove County Park
Can I make reservations at Timmons Grove County Park?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Timmons Grove County Park?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Timmons Grove County Park.