Fifield (IA)
October 2026
About
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.
Charges & Cancellations
A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation. The $10.00 service fee will be deducted from the refund amount. Cancel or change reservations through recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777. Late cancellations are subject to additional fees.
Amenities
Phone: 641-828-7522
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