Camped on the gently rolling, wooded acres of the State Fair Campgrounds, you can easily forget you're just minutes from city shopping, dining and entertainment in Des Moines. Just let us know in advance when you'll be here. Excellent Facilities Camping facilities include 1,800 sites with water and electricity, many more without. Approximately 300 have sewers. There are two large bathhouses with showers, toilets and sinks.
Larger groups can also make use of Fairgrounds facilities.
These include exhibit buildings, meeting rooms, picnic shelters, barbecue pits, arenas and large parking lots. Our expert planning staff will be glad to help you with all the details that can make your event extra special, all at a surprisingly low price. While you're here, you might want to spend some time exploring the Des Moines and Central Iowa area. Visit our Art and Science Centers or Botanical Center. Take in a show at the Des Moines Civic Center .