Openings · last 7 days
0
01 · Detected Opening History · the openings record · file CS-251275
When Fifield (IA) reopens
Fifield (IA)'s openings record: every site-date Campsite Sniper detected turning available, logged and time-stamped. Refreshed hourly.
Openings · last 30 days
1
Openings · last 90 days
1
Only 1 opening in the last 90 days: not enough recent activity for a reliable pattern. A free Campsite Sniper alert watches around the clock instead, and pings you the moment one opens.
02 · Availability Outlook · Sep 18 – Sep 27, 2026 · of 4 monitored sites
Of the 40 tracked reservation dates (Sep 18 – Sep 27, 2026): 23 open for online reservation · 3 reserved · 14 on sites not offered for online reservation (first-come, first-served or administrative).
Where the open windows are
42.5% of tracked reservation dates are not currently open for online reservation. 23 of 40 remain open; here is where they are.
Load status
Sep 18 – Sep 27, 2026Not open online42.5%
Open reservation dates23 / 40
Reserved (of online inventory)3 / 26
Weekday openings12
Weekend openings11
Of the open reservation dates on mapped day-use units, 12 fall on weekdays and 11 on weekends (Fri–Sun).
Open dates by month
Sep 2026 – Sep 2026September holds the most room. 23 of 40 reservation dates are still open there.
Holiday windows — day use
Units open per date · of 4 shelters| Window | Date | Units open | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Labor Day | SAT Sep 5 | 0 | None open |
| SUN Sep 6 | 0 | None open | |
| MON Sep 7 | 0 | None open |
Labor Day: no online availability on any tracked date.
Availability by shelter
Most open reservation dates · tracked window| Shelter | Open reservation dates |
|---|---|
| Fifield Shelter #1 | 6 |
| Fifield Shelter #2 | 6 |
| Fifield Shelter #3 | 6 |
| Fifield Shelter #4 | 5 |
The 4 shelters with the most open reservation dates in the current snapshot. Pair a bookable date with a free alert to cover everything else.
Next windows
As of Sep 18, 2026 snapshotNext open dateTue · Sep 22
Next open weekendFri · Sep 25
The next bookable date is Sep 22; the first open weekend starts Sep 25. Campsite Sniper can watch later dates for you.
Reservation dates
23 available reservation dates across 4 shelters at Fifield (IA), from the same hourly snapshot as everything above.
All 4 shelters with current availability
| Shelter | Open reservation dates | Consecutive dates | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fifield Shelter #1 | 6 | 6 dates | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27 |
| Fifield Shelter #2 | 6 | 6 dates | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27 |
| Fifield Shelter #3 | 6 | 6 dates | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 27 |
| Fifield Shelter #4 | 5 | 4 dates | Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 24, Sep 25, Sep 27 |
About Fifield (IA)
Overview
Fifield is located on Lake Red Rock, Iowa's largest lake. It is just 10 miles from Pella, known for its Dutch heritage, and 15 miles from Knoxville, the Sprint car capital of the world. For more information regarding the Army Corps of Engineers and the Lake Red Rock Project, click here: Lake Red Rock Website
Features
Shelter #1
8 - Picnic tables
3 - Standard electrical outlets
1 - 28” x 36” outdoor grill
1 - 40” diameter fire ring
9 - Paved parking stalls
30 - Gravel parking stalls
Water fountain
Close to playground
Shelter #2
6 - Picnic tables
2 - Standard electrical outlets
1 - 37” x 30” outdoor grill
1 - 40” diameter fire ring
10 - Paved parking stalls
Water fountain
Close to restroom
Shelter #3
6 - Picnic tables
2 - Standard electrical outlets
1 - 36” x 29” outdoor grill
1 - 40” diameter fire ring
11 - Paved parking stalls
Water fountain
Lake view
Spacious grassy area
Shelter #4
6 - Picnic tables
3 - Standard electrical outlets
1 - 36” x 28” outdoor grill
1 - 49” x 41” fire ring
7 - Paved parking stalls
Water fountain
Lake view
Close to restroom
Recreation
Lake Red Rock offers excellent boating, water skiing and swimming opportunities. Miles of water trails for kayakers and canoeists are designated along the shoreline. Anglers will find crappie, walleye, largemouth and striped bass, channel and flathead catfish, northern pike and bluegill. Several miles of trails for hiking and biking are in the area. The 15 mile paved Volksweg Trail stretches west from Pella to the Des Moines River and to the Cordova Recreation Area.
Facilities
Fifield offers four reservable picnic shelters with 20 amp electrical outlets. Flush toilets are located nearby. Each shelter has a fire ring and an outdoor grill.
If your event is open to the public, greater than 100 people, involves live or amplified music, or if alcohol will be available to attendees, you may need a special event permit. Click the link below to apply for an event permit: Special Event Permit
If shelters are not reserved, they are available free of charge on a first-come, first served basis.
Shelter occupancy is permitted until dusk.
Natural Features
Lake Red Rock is situated on the Des Moines River. Hardwood forests cover the lake shore at Fifield, offering shade and scenic views. Wildlife is abundant around the lake. A wide variety of waterfowl, including the American White Pelican, migrate through the area in spring and fall. Bald eagles can be observed from November through March. Whitetailed deer, turkeys and other small animals are commonly viewed around the lake.
Nearby Attractions
Des Moines, Iowa's capital, is an hour away, with numerous shopping and dining opportunities, museums and the Blank Park Zoo.
4 monitored sheltersDay use4 shadedWaterfrontLakefrontPets OKFire pitsMax party 250
Getting there
1672 HWY G28 Pella, Iowa 50219 From Pella, Iowa, follow county road G28 west for 6 miles, then follow signs to Fifield.
1672 Hwy G28, Pella, IA 50219641-828-7522
BikingBirdingPicnickingWildlife Viewing
View on Recreation.gov ↗ Get directions ↗
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FAQ
How do I get a reservation at Fifield (IA)?
Reservations for Fifield (IA) are made through Recreation.gov. 23 of 40 tracked reservation dates are currently open (57.5%). Campsite Sniper has also detected 1 site opening here in the last 90 days, so further dates may appear. Pick the shelter on the map to see its reservation calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.
Does Campsite Sniper book this facility for me?
No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.
How current is this availability data?
Campsite Sniper re-checks public Recreation.gov availability for this facility every hour and republishes whenever anything changes. This facility's data last changed at Sep 18, 2026 16:19 UTC; an older timestamp means nothing has changed since that time, not that checking stopped. Always confirm final availability on Recreation.gov when you book.
How often do new openings appear at Fifield (IA)?
Campsite Sniper detected 1 site-date opening here over the last 90 days, none in the last 7. A free alert watches around the clock and pings you the moment one appears.
Which month has the most availability at Fifield (IA)?
September 2026, with 23 open reservation dates in the current snapshot of 40.
When is the next open date at Fifield (IA)?
As of the Sep 18, 2026 snapshot: the next open date is Tue, Sep 22 and the next open weekend starts Fri, Sep 25. Detected openings can add earlier dates at any time; a free Campsite Sniper alert catches those the moment they appear.
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