Reviews

Raquelli Ganel

A good stop over spot. A lot of full hookup sites, friendly service, easy to make a reservation, inexpensive. A series of large grassy fields, not very leveled. The hookup locasion a bit confusing. Good drainage, so not too muddy even on rainy days. A large code protected bathhouse with the basic necessities. Clean, and well stocked.

Ed Smith

We came during a car show and had a very hard time finding a suitable campsite. Rain had turned many campsites into muddy disasters. All the sites that could be used were occupied. After about a hour of driving around, we found a site that was dry and that we could fit and get into.

Sandra Gideon-Burdess

Haven't been to the Iowa State in decades. It was awesome. Was able to see a family member quilts she made. I ate some weird foods and got a honker big souvenir cup.

Marjie Carson Zach

Always fun and educational. Lovwd the horse pull. It was a new to me experience. Those horses are amazing! The horticultural exhibits were fun to see with common and exotic entries. Having been a 4 H member in my youth we had to go through those exhibits and were impressed with the broad selection of entries. One disappointment is that it seems they prefer to rent scooters rather than providing trolleys. The trolley available seems to loop through the campground only. I am not so infirm as to need a wheel chair or power scooter, but could use an assist now and then. We had no need for the rides or junk food, finding enough to do without them. We did love the shrimp bowl and shrimp tacos! And of course, we stopped by the Pork Producers for a reasonably priced and nutritional meal. It was a great day!

Ray Brown

We camped the past few days and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. The campground hosts were friendly and there were plenty of sites from which to choose. The campground is very convenient...it takes just 10-12 minutes to reach downtown. You also have nice views and easy access to the State Fair property. We love walking and walked the periphery for a nice 2.75 miles.

Real Advantage Partners Real Estate Team

For 2 weeks every August, We get the pleasure of spending time with our Iowa State fair friends and family. It’s a great feeling, being surrounded by people who love the fair as much as you do.

Micah Luethje

One of the high lights growing up was that my grandparents camped every year with there RV at the fair campgrounds. Which is almost impossible to get, I think there maybe close to a ten year wait list. I have so many great memories there with them year after year. I hope if you can get a spot that you try it out. If you love the fair it will be well worth the money and time invested in your family time and memories.

Scott Mcmurrin

Had a good time. There was something for everyone! A nice clean place!

travis rodriguez

I do really love this state fair. I'm from Texas originally and the state fair there is exponentially larger. That's not really good thing though. If there is something I want to do or eat at the Iowa state fair I won't be disappointed. In Texas I usually get lost or never find it or the lines are massive and not worth the wait. Great fun at the Iowa state fair no matter what you prefer to do. I personally love checking out the livestock or sampling the food. The shows are all great and the rides are fun! Can't wait till my little girl is old enough to share the experience with her.

Martha Word

First time coming to the Iowa State fair. It reminded me of the Indiana State fair. It's was fun. The cookies and corn dogs were my favorite treat so far.

Cindy Oberman

It was so convenient to have the sanitizing station thru out the fair. All the booths we stopped at whether it be for a beer or a snack, all the workers were very nice, polite.

Rebecca Taylor

We went to see the Beach Boys Concert! It was a lot of fun and a special bonus to see John Stamos play with them! He has incredible talents and a wonderful edition to the band! Of course we enjoyed eating good food going thru the Ag building varied industry bldg the animals and so much more! Everyone needs to experience it once!