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Timberline Ranch
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Timberline Ranch

Grimes, Iowa
4.4 (697 reviews)

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About Timberline Ranch

Campground in Iowa.

Timberline Ranch offers a welcoming retreat for RV travelers seeking authentic Iowa hospitality in a well-maintained setting. Situated in the heart of the Midwest, this RV park provides a convenient base for exploring the natural beauty and cultural attractions that make Iowa a compelling destination for camping enthusiasts.

The region surrounding Timberline Ranch showcases the quintessential charm of rural Iowa, with rolling landscapes, farmland vistas, and small-town character that appeal to those wanting to escape the hustle of everyday life. The park's location makes it accessible for travelers heading through Iowa or those planning an extended stay to fully experience what the state has to offer.

Iowa's outdoor recreation opportunities abound in the surrounding area. The state is known for its scenic byways, hiking trails, and state parks that showcase the natural Midwestern landscape. Whether you're interested in exploring nature preserves, enjoying fishing opportunities, or simply taking peaceful drives through the countryside, the location provides easy access to these activities. The area's seasonal changes are particularly beautiful, with fall foliage drawing visitors from across the region and spring wildflowers creating picturesque landscapes.

Beyond outdoor recreation, Iowa offers rich cultural experiences. Visitors can explore local history museums, antique shops, and charming downtown areas that reflect the heritage and craftsmanship of the region. Farmers markets and local festivals throughout the year provide opportunities to connect with the community and experience authentic Midwestern culture and cuisine.

Timberline Ranch caters to various types of travelers, from families seeking a peaceful vacation base to retirees enjoying extended road trips. With its solid 4.4-star rating from nearly 700 reviews, the park has built a strong reputation for providing a pleasant camping experience. The positive feedback from previous guests suggests a commitment to cleanliness, maintenance, and customer service that makes for a comfortable stay.

The park serves as an ideal stopping point for cross-country travelers and an excellent home base for those wanting to spend more time discovering what Iowa's diverse landscape and communities have to offer.
4.4

Rating

697

Reviews

Park Details

Tips & Tricks

Book Early

Grimes is popular during peak season. Reserve 2-4 weeks in advance for weekends and holidays.

Check-in Time

Most parks have check-in after 1:00 PM and check-out by 11:00 AM. Call ahead if you'll arrive late.

Local Weather

Iowa weather can change quickly. Pack layers and check the forecast for Grimes.

Explore the Area

Don't miss local attractions near Grimes. Ask the camp host for hidden gems and trails.

Timberline Ranch Reviews

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Natalie Kauffman

Mar 18, 2026

5.0

Google Review by Natalie Kauffman

Our family had the best time at Timberline! The cabin we stayed in was very clean. The staff we interacted with were all so helpful and kind. The kids loved the haunted house and all the fun Halloween activities. It was such a special weekend and we look forward to coming back again! Such a great place!

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Natalie Kauffman

Mar 18, 2026

5.0

Google Review by Natalie Kauffman

Our family had the best time at Timberline! The cabin we stayed in was very clean. The staff we interacted with were all so helpful and kind. The kids loved the haunted house and all the fun Halloween activities. It was such a special weekend and we look forward to coming back again! Such a great place!

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Natalie Kauffman

Mar 18, 2026

5.0

Google Review by Natalie Kauffman

Our family had the best time at Timberline! The cabin we stayed in was very clean. The staff we interacted with were all so helpful and kind. The kids loved the haunted house and all the fun Halloween activities. It was such a special weekend and we look forward to coming back again! Such a great place!

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Jen Vavricek

Mar 18, 2026

5.0

Google Review by Jen Vavricek

Our family with two kids (ages 6 and 8) stayed at Timberline for the afternoon and night on a Saturday. We chose Timberline because of how close it is to Vibrant Music Hall - just a three minute drive away! We initially booked a primitive cabin - no heat, no bathroom. But when we checked in, Marta upgraded us to a fancy cabin at no extra charge!!! AMAZING! Marta and her staff truly care about... Our family with two kids (ages 6 and 8) stayed at Timberline for the afternoon and night on a Saturday. We chose Timberline because of how close it is to Vibrant Music Hall - just a three minute drive away! We initially booked a primitive cabin - no heat, no bathroom. But when we checked in, Marta upgraded us to a fancy cabin at no extra charge!!! AMAZING! Marta and her staff truly care about their guests and want them to have a fun experience. Our kids loved Timberline, especially Myrtle the Turtle. There was also a little Halloween Carnival and pretty decent Haunted House. It seems like Timberline puts on a lot of fun activities throughout the year and it's obvious that the owners take pride in what they are doing. I highly recommend Timberline!!!

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Jen Vavricek

Mar 18, 2026

5.0

Google Review by Jen Vavricek

Our family with two kids (ages 6 and 8) stayed at Timberline for the afternoon and night on a Saturday. We chose Timberline because of how close it is to Vibrant Music Hall - just a three minute drive away! We initially booked a primitive cabin - no heat, no bathroom. But when we checked in, Marta upgraded us to a fancy cabin at no extra charge!!! AMAZING! Marta and her staff truly care about... Our family with two kids (ages 6 and 8) stayed at Timberline for the afternoon and night on a Saturday. We chose Timberline because of how close it is to Vibrant Music Hall - just a three minute drive away! We initially booked a primitive cabin - no heat, no bathroom. But when we checked in, Marta upgraded us to a fancy cabin at no extra charge!!! AMAZING! Marta and her staff truly care about their guests and want them to have a fun experience. Our kids loved Timberline, especially Myrtle the Turtle. There was also a little Halloween Carnival and pretty decent Haunted House. It seems like Timberline puts on a lot of fun activities throughout the year and it's obvious that the owners take pride in what they are doing. I highly recommend Timberline!!!

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Jen Vavricek

Mar 18, 2026

5.0

Google Review by Jen Vavricek

Our family with two kids (ages 6 and 8) stayed at Timberline for the afternoon and night on a Saturday. We chose Timberline because of how close it is to Vibrant Music Hall - just a three minute drive away! We initially booked a primitive cabin - no heat, no bathroom. But when we checked in, Marta upgraded us to a fancy cabin at no extra charge!!! AMAZING! Marta and her staff truly care about... Our family with two kids (ages 6 and 8) stayed at Timberline for the afternoon and night on a Saturday. We chose Timberline because of how close it is to Vibrant Music Hall - just a three minute drive away! We initially booked a primitive cabin - no heat, no bathroom. But when we checked in, Marta upgraded us to a fancy cabin at no extra charge!!! AMAZING! Marta and her staff truly care about their guests and want them to have a fun experience. Our kids loved Timberline, especially Myrtle the Turtle. There was also a little Halloween Carnival and pretty decent Haunted House. It seems like Timberline puts on a lot of fun activities throughout the year and it's obvious that the owners take pride in what they are doing. I highly recommend Timberline!!!

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Karen Johnson

Mar 18, 2026

5.0

Google Review by Karen Johnson

This campground was fantastic! The location is excellent with things to do in the area and lots of restaurants. The campground itself is laid out beautifully and the sites are spacious and many of them have shade. If you have kids, there are lots of things to keep them happy and entertained. One of the nicest campgrounds we’ve ever stayed in overall. Also the staff members were extremely nice and... This campground was fantastic! The location is excellent with things to do in the area and lots of restaurants. The campground itself is laid out beautifully and the sites are spacious and many of them have shade. If you have kids, there are lots of things to keep them happy and entertained. One of the nicest campgrounds we’ve ever stayed in overall. Also the staff members were extremely nice and helpful. We only spent one night here, but we would have loved to stay longer if we could have. Rube’s steakhouse is nearby and it was absolutely wonderful! You choose your steak and sides and then cook it yourself on the grill. It’s a really fun and different experience. We loved our stay here!

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Karen Johnson

Mar 18, 2026

5.0

Google Review by Karen Johnson

This campground was fantastic! The location is excellent with things to do in the area and lots of restaurants. The campground itself is laid out beautifully and the sites are spacious and many of them have shade. If you have kids, there are lots of things to keep them happy and entertained. One of the nicest campgrounds we’ve ever stayed in overall. Also the staff members were extremely nice and... This campground was fantastic! The location is excellent with things to do in the area and lots of restaurants. The campground itself is laid out beautifully and the sites are spacious and many of them have shade. If you have kids, there are lots of things to keep them happy and entertained. One of the nicest campgrounds we’ve ever stayed in overall. Also the staff members were extremely nice and helpful. We only spent one night here, but we would have loved to stay longer if we could have. Rube’s steakhouse is nearby and it was absolutely wonderful! You choose your steak and sides and then cook it yourself on the grill. It’s a really fun and different experience. We loved our stay here!

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Karen Johnson

Mar 18, 2026

5.0

Google Review by Karen Johnson

This campground was fantastic! The location is excellent with things to do in the area and lots of restaurants. The campground itself is laid out beautifully and the sites are spacious and many of them have shade. If you have kids, there are lots of things to keep them happy and entertained. One of the nicest campgrounds we’ve ever stayed in overall. Also the staff members were extremely nice and... This campground was fantastic! The location is excellent with things to do in the area and lots of restaurants. The campground itself is laid out beautifully and the sites are spacious and many of them have shade. If you have kids, there are lots of things to keep them happy and entertained. One of the nicest campgrounds we’ve ever stayed in overall. Also the staff members were extremely nice and helpful. We only spent one night here, but we would have loved to stay longer if we could have. Rube’s steakhouse is nearby and it was absolutely wonderful! You choose your steak and sides and then cook it yourself on the grill. It’s a really fun and different experience. We loved our stay here!

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Alyssa Harder-Moll

Mar 18, 2026

5.0

Google Review by Alyssa Harder-Moll

This was a family staycation, we rented the cabins by the pond. The cabins were so well maintained, clean, comfortable and stocked with dishes, pots and pans. The location by the pond was just perfect with seating and fire pits. The playground, jumping pad and pool made it so fun for the kids, not to mention the drum train ride. The campground itself was so clean and well maintained. Staff was abs... This was a family staycation, we rented the cabins by the pond. The cabins were so well maintained, clean, comfortable and stocked with dishes, pots and pans. The location by the pond was just perfect with seating and fire pits. The playground, jumping pad and pool made it so fun for the kids, not to mention the drum train ride. The campground itself was so clean and well maintained. Staff was absolutely amazing. We can't wait to come back and enjoyed the care and intentionality put into the campground.

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Alyssa Harder-Moll

Mar 18, 2026

5.0

Google Review by Alyssa Harder-Moll

This was a family staycation, we rented the cabins by the pond. The cabins were so well maintained, clean, comfortable and stocked with dishes, pots and pans. The location by the pond was just perfect with seating and fire pits. The playground, jumping pad and pool made it so fun for the kids, not to mention the drum train ride. The campground itself was so clean and well maintained. Staff was abs... This was a family staycation, we rented the cabins by the pond. The cabins were so well maintained, clean, comfortable and stocked with dishes, pots and pans. The location by the pond was just perfect with seating and fire pits. The playground, jumping pad and pool made it so fun for the kids, not to mention the drum train ride. The campground itself was so clean and well maintained. Staff was absolutely amazing. We can't wait to come back and enjoyed the care and intentionality put into the campground.

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Alyssa Harder-Moll

Mar 18, 2026

5.0

Google Review by Alyssa Harder-Moll

This was a family staycation, we rented the cabins by the pond. The cabins were so well maintained, clean, comfortable and stocked with dishes, pots and pans. The location by the pond was just perfect with seating and fire pits. The playground, jumping pad and pool made it so fun for the kids, not to mention the drum train ride. The campground itself was so clean and well maintained. Staff was abs... This was a family staycation, we rented the cabins by the pond. The cabins were so well maintained, clean, comfortable and stocked with dishes, pots and pans. The location by the pond was just perfect with seating and fire pits. The playground, jumping pad and pool made it so fun for the kids, not to mention the drum train ride. The campground itself was so clean and well maintained. Staff was absolutely amazing. We can't wait to come back and enjoyed the care and intentionality put into the campground.

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Liz Udvardi

Mar 18, 2026

5.0

Google Review by Liz Udvardi

Timberline Staff and Ownership go above and beyond to help their guests have a great time! The campground is so peaceful and quiet yet close to everything! The pond has great fishing, plenty of big bass! So excited to be back next summer and enjoy all the park amenities and activities! If you have never been, I highly encourage you to give them a go. Marta and the crew will treat you right!

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Liz Udvardi

Mar 18, 2026

5.0

Google Review by Liz Udvardi

Timberline Staff and Ownership go above and beyond to help their guests have a great time! The campground is so peaceful and quiet yet close to everything! The pond has great fishing, plenty of big bass! So excited to be back next summer and enjoy all the park amenities and activities! If you have never been, I highly encourage you to give them a go. Marta and the crew will treat you right!

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Liz Udvardi

Mar 18, 2026

5.0

Google Review by Liz Udvardi

Timberline Staff and Ownership go above and beyond to help their guests have a great time! The campground is so peaceful and quiet yet close to everything! The pond has great fishing, plenty of big bass! So excited to be back next summer and enjoy all the park amenities and activities! If you have never been, I highly encourage you to give them a go. Marta and the crew will treat you right!

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