Reviews

Sredna

We had a good time here at this koa! Very thankful to Moses who helped us set up and park, as well as being there for us when we had trouble leveling our camper. The restrooms were very clean as well! There was a bit of noise from the nearby highway. But other than that it was peacfeul there and has plenty of space for a nice nature walk.

K B

Tent camped there on 6/13/2025. Great people & extremely friendly! Clean facilities & soft well maintained grass for the tent. The only issue was the sound of the traffic at night. Which was known as the campground is right off the highway.

Truth Shallsetmefree

The ppl here Jeff the manager And Mosias are two phenomenal people the service and customer relationship is restoring my faith in America. The goodness of the ppl bring me so much joy here I just feel they got my back in every issue I need to deal with. They skirted my RV and transport, which was really helpful considering I had bad experience with other arrangements. You come to this location you are gonna find real people who are committed to service and customer satisfaction.

Marilyn Anderson

I highly recommend Newton/Des Moines East KOA Journey!! It is a very nice campground with lots of large sites with picnic tables and fire rings. Tent sites are available also with picnic tables and fire rings. There is a camp store for essential needs, souvenirs, etc. There is a children’s play area & Recreation center. There is also a K-9 park which is a fenced area for your Furry Friends to run free. Pool, Basketball Court, Community fire pit with chairs around it, Kids train cars rides, Laundry facilities, Clean Restrooms & Showers. Surrounded by lots of mature trees. There are three levels of campsites, the higher level ones are more windy but, closer to the K-9 park. It is close to the highway but, the noise didn’t bother me. Rental cabins are also available. The staff were very kind, courteous and attentive to my requests.

Dick Terpstra

A mixed bag of a campground, but a decent experience. As with other KOAs, the focus seems to be on amenities versus the basic blocking and tackling of a spacious well-maintained site for parking a rig. A note about arriving—pay attention to turn into the campground versus turning onto S 13th Ave E. There is a proper sign, but it can be easy to miss. The original part of the campground is about 60 years old, and that's where we were placed. For modern rigs, the sites are narrow and a bit short, so we found it tight. Sites and interior roads are gravel, and can be muddy if there is wet weather. Utilities were well-placed for us. Water pressure is very high, so use a regulator. The staff is friendly and attentive. The grounds are clean, but needed to have the grass mowed. The dog park was appreciated by our pooch. A significant drawback is the proximity to the highway. The noise is a constant presence and can be quite loud, so be prepared with earplugs if you're a light sleeper. Overall, while not perfect, the excellent staff and clean facilities make this a solid choice . We'd consider staying here again.

Lindsay Walker

Moses came by and spoke to us about everything. He answered questions and gave us so much info we didn’t know about. This place is pretty much immaculate in every single way. The showers, restrooms, the laundry room. They also have a free breakfast (which is amazing) on the weekends! We are so thankful we found this place. We got stuck in this town due to our windmill blades not being ready. We love it and hope to be back!!!

Ann Smock

The grounds are beautifully maintained; very clean and nice. Pool was wonderful, clean showers and laundry room. Tara and Joey in the office were super helpful and accommodating, and open until 9:00 PM! My tent site is under shade trees, level, nice cut grass and 100% no trash. It’s close to the highway, which is good for me, but you can hear I-80, if that is something you avoid. The whole camp is lush and green. A+ all the way.

C. Devin Hoey

We recently stayed at the Newton, Iowa KOA in early June, and what started as a stressful situation turned into an incredibly positive experience — all thanks to the amazing staff and the well-kept, family-friendly campground. We had unexpected car trouble during our stay, but the KOA team went above and beyond to help us in so many exceptional ways. From offering support and local resources to showing us kindness and patience, they turned a tough moment into something truly heartwarming. A huge thank-you to Cheryl, who was a steady, reassuring presence — her compassion and helpful attitude made a world of difference. And Moses was equally incredible, offering practical help and genuine care that we won’t forget. While we were stuck, we were amazed by how many fun activities and amenities the campground offered. From the playground and game areas to the dog park and walking trails, there was always something to enjoy. It honestly felt like an unexpected mini-vacation. The campground itself was clean, quiet, and perfect for both RV travelers and tent campers. The bathrooms and showers were spotless, and the grounds were beautifully maintained. It’s a pet-friendly, family-oriented RV park that makes you feel welcome from the moment you arrive. We also loved being close to I-80 and a short drive from downtown Newton and the Iowa Speedway, which makes this KOA a convenient stop whether you’re passing through or staying a while. This KOA didn’t just give us a place to stay — they gave us a sense of community and support when we needed it most. We’re deeply grateful and give them nothing less than a 5-star-plus rating. Highly recommend to anyone camping in central Iowa!

Rick Adamski

Very friendly and beautiful Rv Park. We only stopped for 1 night on way home but next time may extend going through. Also food in area delivers to RV which is nice after a long day of driving!

Lisa Morganwalker

Great Journey campground with lots of space for big rigs. Alta House is a beautiful wedding venue. We went to Thirsty Thursday and listened to some very gifted musicians young and older! They featured appetizers and open bar. We had a great time. Would definitely stop again.

Don Berre

Nice campground only spent one night we were on our journey back home, little further out than I expected no big deal. Very close to the interstate so it was quite noisy. They have very high water pressure so make sure you have a regulator. Women's restrooms and showers were out of order

S7Wa G

Nice place. Off season, we stopped one night. Lots of open sites, beautiful little river along with mature trees, kid friendly and pet area. Love the patio sites with great Adirondack chairs and fire pit with brick so it isn't muddy when it rains. Cute store with a few essentials/ wine. The sites are pretty tight and close together. Womans' showers/bathrooms were just fixed/tile, so we had to use the men's. If we were warned beforehand, it might have been better.

KidJet Recon

Little loud but quiet enjoy able, love this place. The person who runs this place knows what she’s doing. Always clean, don’t understand why lower bathroom is locked up. Still would never leave a bad review. Would love to die in this location if I was going to go 😂. I love KOA. Have found some wonderful artifacts. This is a whole other experience only artifact hunters would understand. Bathrooms are always clean and smells fresh. Everyone works hard to keep it clean. Ripped off 3:00 dollars machine , still better than driving ten miles.

Ellen Reinwald00I

So far so good 👍 Some high way noise, but once you close up your camper it's fine.

Bernie Crump

Tonya (Site Manager) is pleasant, friendly, and helpful. She even gave us a dozen eggs from her chicken coop. The location provides easy-on, easy-off access from I-80. It’s so close that you fall asleep at night to the sound of expressway traffic 😉. To be clear, this is less of a camping experience that a place to hook-up to services, spend the evening in your RV/Camper/Tent, then be on your way.