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Locally known as the "Golden Buckle on the Corn Belt," Rockwell City is located in the heart of Calhoun County in northwest Iowa. This agricultural town is a fantastic place to rent an RV and begin your vacation. The regions seasonal climate means there’ll be plenty of fun activities and recreational activities all year round.

Rockwell City is tucked between freshwater lakes which are perfect for cooling off during the humid summer season. Meanwhile, during the winter, the lakes become ices rinks, and the mixed woodlands shed their red-amber leaves in autumn.

What’s more, the city is easily accessible from Des Moines and Sioux City via State Highways 20 and 71. Interstate 35 is also just a short drive away when you book an RV in Calhoun County, Iowa.

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The Great Outdoors

There are multiple state parks located within a 90-minute drive of Rockwell City, so you’ll have a huge variety of recreational activities to choose from.

You can start your vacation by taking you Rockwell City RV rental on a visit to Blackhawk State Park in Lake View. The park hosts the 950-acre Blackhawk Lake which is an excellent spot for canoeing, tubing, or swimming. Meanwhile, the surrounding woodlands are threaded with an extensive network of multi-use trails, some of which are suitable for snowmobiles, snow-shoeing, and cross-country skiing during the winter. A popular day hike is the Stub Severson Nature Trail. You can keep your eyes peeled for bald eagles and deer along the way. Alternatively, those looking for a challenge can join the 33-mile Sauk Rail Trail which links Blackhawk State Park to Swan Lake State Park.

Next, you can take your motorhome rental from Rockwell City east to Brushy Creek State Recreation Area in Lehigh. Popular with outdoors lovers of all ages, this recreational area provides opportunities for land and water-based activities as well as winter sports. The area boasts a 45-mile network of trails which are suitable for hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, or cross-country skiing. Horse riders can also make use of the area’s equestrian campgrounds and riding arena. There’s even a gentle 12-mile gravel route which follows the river banks and connects to more challenging trails. The recreational area is also a good spot to look for American goldfinches, the state bird of Iowa.

Another place you can take your RV rental near Rockwell City is Ledges State Park near Madrid. This interesting state park covers an area of 1,200 acres and hosts hundreds of intriguing sandstone cliffs. Many of these unique formations were formed by the Des Moines River and Pea’s Creek. The park was also the home of three Native American tribes, but nowadays it’s a hotspot for hiking and kayaking during the season and snow-shoeing and cross-country skiing during the off-season. Other activates at Ledges State Park include wildlife watching, scenic driving, and photography.

RV Parks

You can find places to park your Rockwell City RV rental by owner within a 30-minute drive of town, so you’ll have no trouble getting a good night’s rest.

Pomeroy Campground is located in Gordon Prange City Park, north of Rockwell City on Route 4. The family-friendly campground is open from April to October and provides outdoor ball courts, picnic tables, and kids' playground. There's also a shared clubhouse with kitchen facilities, seating areas, and TV. RV sites are set up with full hookups, and all guests have use of the shower and restroom facilities.

If you prefer to stay within walking distance of restaurants and convenience stores, then you can park your travel trailer rental at Rockwell City RV Park, located on the northern outskirts of town. It’s equipped with 15 RV sites with full 30/50 amp hookups, showers, and restrooms. On-site facilities are limited; however, there are a playground, ball courts, and a swimming pool located within two blocks of the campground.

Those who prefer to camp a little farther from urban lights can drive the Rockwell City RV rental to Featherstone County Park. The RV park is located on the northern banks of North Twin Lakes amid beautiful forests. From April to October, there are 61 electric-only RV sites. Other on-site facilities include a central water point, dump station, and washrooms.

Explore the City

Back in the city, you can take a day to park your camper rental in Rockwell City and see some of the nearby attractions. The city owes its title of the "Golden Buckle on the Corn Belt" to is agricultural heritage which is still an essential part of the local community. For over a decade, Downtown Rockwell City has been celebrating its corn fields and farming background with the three-day Sweet Corn Daze Festival. The festivities are made up of a wide range of games and competitions, including the kids' peddle-tractor race, the crowning of the Sweet Corn Daze Princess, and corn eating contest. There are also automobile and antique tractor exhibitions, live music performances, and plenty of foods to taste.

Throughout the rest of the year, you can take a stroll through Rockwell City Park. This charming green area is located on the northern edge of Rockwell City. Here, you can take a stroll around the lake, feed the resident ducks, or enjoy a walk on one of the gentle nature trails. On the southern side of the park, you can let the kids run wild in the adventure playground or exercise in the swimming center. There are countless opportunities for visitors of all ages when you have a luxury RV rental in Rockwell City, IA.

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