Camping Fees Go up in Benton County, Iowa

The Benton County Conservation Board on December 20, 2010 took action on camping rate increases for the 2011-2012 camping season.  On January 17, 2011 at 8:00 a.m. the following rate increases will go into effect.   Until that time the old rates for season passes will remain at $300/ year for those wanting to purchase their season pass before the increase becomes effective.

The following rates will apply on January 17

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, 2011 at 8:00 a.m.

• Season Passes will Increase to $325/ year from the current rate of $300/year.
• Electricity for season passes holders will increase to $5/night from current rate of $4/night.
• River Park Electric Sites will increase to $13/night from current rate of $12/night.
• Rodgers Park/ Hannen Park Electric Sites will increase to $15/night from current rate of $14/night.
• Non-Electric Tent Sites will increase to $9/night from current rate of $8/night.
• Coupon Booklets will now be sold in a 14 day packet as opposed to a 10 day packet and the Lake Park Coupon packet will cost $195 and the River Park Packet will cost $169

If there is anyone wishing to purchase their season passes now may contact Benton County Conservation Director William Heber at 319-560-9806.