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
0
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 · Apr 15 – May 3, 2027 · of 4 monitored sites
Of the 76 tracked reservation dates (Apr 15 – May 3, 2027): 76 open for online reservation.
Where the open windows are
0% of tracked reservation dates are not currently open for online reservation. 76 of 76 remain open; here is where they are.
Load status
Apr 15 – May 3, 2027Not open online0%
Open reservation dates76 / 76
Reserved (of online inventory)0 / 76
Weekday openings40
Weekend openings36
Of the open reservation dates on mapped day-use units, 40 fall on weekdays and 36 on weekends (Fri–Sun).
Open dates by month
Apr 2027 – May 2027April holds the most room. 64 of 64 reservation dates are still open there.
Holiday windows — day use
Units open per date · of 4 shelters| Window | Date | Units open | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Memorial Day | FRI May 28 | 0 | None open |
| SAT May 29 | 0 | None open | |
| SUN May 30 | 0 | None open | |
| MON May 31 | 0 | None open |
Memorial Day: no online availability on any tracked date.
Availability by shelter
Most open reservation dates · tracked window| Shelter | Open reservation dates |
|---|---|
| Fifield Shelter #1 | 19 |
| Fifield Shelter #2 | 19 |
| Fifield Shelter #3 | 19 |
| Fifield Shelter #4 | 19 |
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.
Tracked window
CoverageCampsite Sniper's data for this facility starts Apr 15, 2027. That is about 164 days after the current snapshot was taken, so dates before Apr 15, 2027 are not covered by what Campsite Sniper tracks here — they are not known to be unavailable. The reservation dates shown on this page describe Apr 15, 2027 onwards only. Check Recreation.gov for earlier dates.
Reservation dates
76 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 | 19 | 19 dates | Apr 15, 2027, Apr 16, 2027, Apr 17, 2027, Apr 18, 2027, Apr 19, 2027, Apr 20, 2027, Apr 21, 2027, Apr 22, 2027, Apr 23, 2027, Apr 24, 2027, Apr 25, 2027, Apr 26, 2027 +7 more |
| Fifield Shelter #2 | 19 | 19 dates | Apr 15, 2027, Apr 16, 2027, Apr 17, 2027, Apr 18, 2027, Apr 19, 2027, Apr 20, 2027, Apr 21, 2027, Apr 22, 2027, Apr 23, 2027, Apr 24, 2027, Apr 25, 2027, Apr 26, 2027 +7 more |
| Fifield Shelter #3 | 19 | 19 dates | Apr 15, 2027, Apr 16, 2027, Apr 17, 2027, Apr 18, 2027, Apr 19, 2027, Apr 20, 2027, Apr 21, 2027, Apr 22, 2027, Apr 23, 2027, Apr 24, 2027, Apr 25, 2027, Apr 26, 2027 +7 more |
| Fifield Shelter #4 | 19 | 19 dates | Apr 15, 2027, Apr 16, 2027, Apr 17, 2027, Apr 18, 2027, Apr 19, 2027, Apr 20, 2027, Apr 21, 2027, Apr 22, 2027, Apr 23, 2027, Apr 24, 2027, Apr 25, 2027, Apr 26, 2027 +7 more |
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
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03 · Field Photos · roll CS-251275 · facility + sites
Photo gallery
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FAQ
How do I get a reservation at Fifield (IA)?
Reservations for Fifield (IA) are made through Recreation.gov. The current snapshot shows substantial availability: 76 of 76 tracked reservation dates are open (100%), though availability can change. 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 Nov 2, 2026 18:20 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)?
April 2027, with 64 open reservation dates in the current snapshot of 64.
When is the next open date at Fifield (IA)?
Campsite Sniper cannot answer that from the current snapshot. The availability data held for Fifield (IA) begins Apr 15, 2027 — about 164 days after this snapshot was taken, so any earlier dates are outside what Campsite Sniper is tracking here rather than known to be unavailable. Check Recreation.gov for dates before Apr 15, 2027.
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