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Greenhouse Camping

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· Ankeny, Polk, Iowa
5 acres hosted by Robin V.
2 RV sites
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Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.
Best in Iowa: Finalist
Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2023.
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We love this beautiful land that has been in our family since 1917, and think you will too! We are located 1/2 mile off I-35 at the north border of the City of Ankeny. Here you'll find the best of both worlds just fifteen minutes away from your quiet campsite - Boating, skiing, jet-skiing, fishing at Saylorville Lake. Canoe, kayak and paddleboat rental at Big Creek State Park. Swimming & waterplay for all ages at the Ankeny Aquatic Center. Upscale shopping and dining at the District. Or venture out a bit further to concert venues in Ames & Des Moines, local farmers markets, Des Moines' beautiful riverwalk and exciting nightlife, or the Iowa State Fair. It's the best of country and suburban living! End your day with a quiet stroll along the mowed walking path that overlooks one of the most beautiful areas of Four Mile Creek in Iowa, which circles right back to your cozy campfire. Learn more about this land: You'll love this relaxing space to camp and enjoy the Iowa outdoors!  Very easy access,  we are just 1/2 mile off of Interstate-35.  Our farm is bordered by nature on three sides and the city of Ankeny on the south.  This is a single campsite, private and quiet. Your campsite has an adjoining mowed private walking trail overlooking Four Mile Creek, and is also within walking distance of Ankeny sidewalks for biking, walking, jogging.  It’s the best of both worlds - town and country!  We're a 15 minute drive from Big Creek and Ledges State Parks, Jester Park and Saylorville Lake where you can enjoy fishing, skiing, boating, horseback riding, hiking, biking, and the beach life.  You'll find unique shopping experiences, delicious dining, a good movie, a thriving live music scene just 15 minutes away in downtown Des Moines, downtown and campus town Ames, and  at The District in Ankeny.   Upon your arrival you'll find the greenhouse mini-fridge is stocked with 4 complimentary bottles of water and everything you'll need for making S'mores.  
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Biking
Boating
Fishing
Hiking
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River, stream, or creek
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Farm
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104 ratings · 94 reviews
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Mike G.recommends
August 18, 2024
Greenhouse Camping
Lots of room to navigate and get parked. Electric and water hook up was great. Nice cooling breeze in the evening after a great sunset over the valley to the west. Easy drive to High Trestle Trail way parking.
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Lisa K.recommends
August 14, 2024
Sunset View Camping
Perfect!
Great location, beautiful views, awesome spot, very accommodating host! Highly recommend! Will stay again in the future!
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Jennifer B.recommends
August 9, 2024
Greenhouse Camping
Lovely little spot
Lovely little spot near Des Moines. We had plenty of space on the host property. He left us snores and water and even gave us apples off his tree. We really enjoyed our stay. As did the dogs.
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Ginger U.recommends
August 5, 2024
Greenhouse Camping
The Greenhouse was a great experience . The shade trees were wonderful as was the campsite. The host was very welcoming and responsive with messaging.
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Nancy R.recommends
August 1, 2024
Greenhouse Camping
Greenhouse camp
It was a great spot to stop along a long journey. Easy to get to off I-35. Quiet and peaceful farm setting. Robin was so sweet to leave the lights on for my middle of the night arrival!
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Mj W.recommends
August 1, 2024
Sunset View Camping
It's such a quiet spot. Easy to navigate with electrical hookups. It was perfect for our overnight!
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Ankeny, Polk, Iowa, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Báxoje Máyaⁿ (Ioway), oθaakiiwaki‧hina‧ki (Sauk) & Meškwahki·aša·hina (Fox), Jíwere–Ñút’achi Máyaⁿ (Otoe-Missouria), and Očhéthi Šakówiŋ First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Robin V.

Joined in May 2021
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