Walnut Grove Co Park campground
Walnut Grove Co Park
The campground offers several amenities for a comfortable stay, including picnic tables, fire rings, and a playground. Additionally, campers can enjoy fishing, hiking, and boating in the river. The park operates on a first-come, first-serve basis, and there are 25 campsites available for use.
An interesting fact about the area is that it was once the site of a bustling farming community in the 1800s, and remnants of this history can still be seen today. For example, the park is home to the 1860s-era Petersen House, which has been restored and preserved for visitors to tour.
The best time of year to visit the Walnut Grove Co Park Camping Area is during the summer months, from June to August. During this time, the average temperature ranges from the mid-70s to low 80s, making it perfect for outdoor activities. Overall, anyone looking for a peaceful, scenic, and historically rich camping experience in Iowa will find a lot to love at Walnut Grove Co Park Camping Area.
What's on-site at Walnut Grove Co 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 Walnut Grove Co Park, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walnut Grove Park | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Massillon Campground | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Eden Valley Park | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Sherman Co Park | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Sherman Park | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Walnut Grove Co Park -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Maquoketa River Near Maquoketa | 1,270 cfs | → |
| North Fork Maquoketa River Near Fulton | 420 cfs | → |
| Wapsipinicon River Near De Witt | 1,530 cfs | → |
| Wapsipinicon River Near Anamosa | 979 cfs | → |
| Duck Creek At 110th Ave At Davenport | 10 cfs | → |
| Hoover Crk At Hoover Nat.Hist.Site West Branch | 2 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Walnut Grove Co Park -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fulton | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Park View 0.2 Wsw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Eldridge 0.7 Ssw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Quad Cities | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Davenport Wfo | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Anamosa 3 Ssw | 0.0 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
- Mill Rock School County Park
- Joinerville County Park
- Horseshoe Pond County Park
- Allens Grove County Park
- Second Ward Park
- Maquoketa Caves State 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 Walnut Grove Co Park as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Walnut Grove Co Park
Can I make reservations at Walnut Grove Co 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 Walnut Grove Co 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 Walnut Grove Co Park.