Altoona delivers adrenaline rushes through Adventureland amusement park's towering coasters and Iowa Speedway's roaring races. Three RV parks in our directory position you steps from these hotspots, plus Des Moines' urban pulse. Camp here to blend family thrills with Iowa's open-road freedom.
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Adventureland Resort dominates Altoona with over 100 rides, including the steel beast Outlaw Run, sprawled across 2nd Avenue NW. Iowa Speedway hosts NASCAR Xfinity Series events that vibrate through your chest, drawing crowds to the 13,000-seat grandstands. Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino tempt with slots and live horse races just east on NE Hubbell Avenue. Saylorville Lake lures boaters and anglers north via I-80 in minutes.
Adventureland Campground draws coaster chasers and groups with WiFi, showers, group sites, and a dump station from $39/night. Griff's Valley View RV Park and Campground powers big rigs via 50-amp and 30-amp hookups, plus WiFi and showers, priced $31 to $90/night. Our third park fills gaps for solo travelers or budget hunters seeking quiet spots amid the action.
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Altoona stands out for Adventureland amusement park and Iowa Speedway. The park packs 100-plus rides like Dragon Slayer coaster on 2nd Ave NW, drawing 1 million visitors yearly. Speedway events, including NASCAR races, pack 10,000 fans into seats overlooking the 2.4-mile oval. Casinos and lakes round out the mix for varied escapes.
Adventureland Campground and Griff's Valley View RV Park and Campground top the list, with a third in our directory. Adventureland sits next to the amusement park on 2nd Ave NW, offering showers and WiFi. Griff's provides 50-amp hookups east near NE 56th Street, ideal for powered sites.
Griff's Valley View RV Park and Campground offers 50-amp and 30-amp hookups. This setup powers air conditioners and appliances without issue during hot Iowa summers. Pair it with showers and WiFi for full comfort near Iowa Speedway events.