Whiting Woods
Castana, Iowa
About
Whiting Woods is an 80-acre tract of dense native timber located 4 miles southwest of Mapleton. Approximately 10 acres have been developed for camping, picnicking, hiking, and nature studies. A 1.6-mile trail takes you around the whole timber, with four benches for stopping and relaxing along the way. An open shelter house, 3 camping pads with 30 amp hook-ups, drinking water, and vault-type toilet facilities are available. Upright/ground grills and picnic tables are also available. Whiting Woods is an excellent place to view wildlife and provides great hunting opportunities.
Amenities
No amenities listed yet.
Available Site Types
- 30 amp hook-up sites
- non-electric sites
- shelter house
Local Attractions
- South Jordan Cemetery
- Monona County Conservation Center & Arboretum
- Monona County Veteran's Memorial Museum
- Onawa Iowa Theater
- Ingemann Danish Lutheran Church
- Loess Hills State Forest
- Willow Lake Nature Center
- Neal Moeller Environmental Education Center
- Cone Park
- Floyd Monument
- Sioux City Public Museum
- Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center
- LaunchPAD Children's Museum
- Palmers Olde Tyme Candy Shoppe
- Desoto National Wildlife Refuge
Location
Whiting Woods Recreation Area, 15024 Peach Ave
Castana, IA 51010
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of sites does Whiting Woods offer?
Whiting Woods offers 30 amp hook-up sites, non-electric sites, shelter house.
What is there to do near Whiting Woods?
Nearby attractions include South Jordan Cemetery, Monona County Conservation Center & Arboretum, Monona County Veteran's Memorial Museum, Onawa Iowa Theater, Ingemann Danish Lutheran Church, Loess Hills State Forest, Willow Lake Nature Center, Neal Moeller Environmental Education Center, Cone Park, Floyd Monument, Sioux City Public Museum, Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center, LaunchPAD Children's Museum, Palmers Olde Tyme Candy Shoppe, Desoto National Wildlife Refuge.
How much does it cost to stay at Whiting Woods?
Rates start at $15 and go up to $20 per night.
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