Veterans Memorial County Park campground
Veterans Memorial County Park
The campground itself features 72 spacious campsites, with electrical hookups available. Other amenities include clean restrooms, hot showers, picnic tables, fire rings, and a playground for the kids. The campground is first-come, first-served, so be sure to arrive early to secure your spot.
One quirky fact about the area is that the park is home to the world's largest concrete bull statue, which stands over 30 feet tall and is a popular photo op for visitors.
The best time of year to visit the park is during the summer months, with average temperatures ranging from the mid-70s during the day to the mid-50s at night. This is also the busiest time of year, so plan accordingly if you're looking for a quieter camping experience.
Overall, Veterans Memorial County Park is a must-visit destination for anyone looking to enjoy the natural beauty of Iowa.
What's on-site at Veterans Memorial 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 Veterans Memorial County Park, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boies Bend County Area | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Troy Mills Wapsi Access Dispersed | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Buffalo Creek Area | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Three Elms County Park | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Independence City Rv Park | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Veterans Memorial County Park -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Wapsipinicon River At Independence | 561 cfs | → |
| Maquoketa River At Manchester | 260 cfs | → |
| Wolf Creek Near Dysart | 217 cfs | → |
| Cedar River At Cedar Rapids | 4,210 cfs | → |
| Cedar River At Waterloo | 3,400 cfs | → |
| Volga River At Littleport | 226 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Veterans Memorial County Park -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Rapids No 1 | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Waterloo 1.9 Sse | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Fairfax 4.0 Nw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Cedar Rapids 2.5 Wsw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Anamosa 3 Ssw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Waterloo Snow | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Buffalo Creek County Park
- Three Elms County Park
- Wapsipinicon River Access County Park
- Lime Creek County Park
- Otterville Bridge State Access
- Fross Park
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 Veterans Memorial County Park as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Veterans Memorial County Park
Can I make reservations at Veterans Memorial 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 Veterans Memorial 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 Veterans Memorial County Park.