Campbell Park, located in Clive, Iowa, is a 34 acre recreational park. This facility consists of three adult softball fields, which are available for guests to rent. In addition, Campbell Park houses volleyball courts, a basketball court, three tennis courts, and an open area for either football or soccer. An open-air shelter comes equipped with a grilling area. Guests are welcome to rent this picnic space and enjoy a meal in the sunshine!

 

Things to do

Blank Park Zoo

Blank Park Zoo encourages guests to interact with a multitude of animals through a variety of activities. Your team will appreciate the exhibits, as well as the animal feeding, and tours. The enjoyment is endless at this zoo. Guests can see both large and small animals. Visitors are welcome to see big cats such as Amur Tigers and Snow Leopards, as well as small mammals like lemurs and otters. Come see why this zoo has been hailed as “Iowa’s Wildest Adventure.”

Your team will treasure the different animals they meet at Blank Park Zoo. The exhibits made available for the Spring and Summer include the Addax, Aldabra Tortoise, Bald Eagle, Flamingos, Gibbons, Giraffes, Lemurs, Lions, Ostriches, Otters, Penguins, and more. When you have met these wonderful animals, come participate in some additional excitement. Take a behind the scenes tour with the Sea Lion & Penguin Experience, Giraffe Barn Experience, Great Cats Experience, Rhino Barn Experience, and more. Have you ever rode a camel? Adventure seekers may be delighted to discover that the Blank Park Zoo provides their guests with camel rides! Once you have bonded with these exotic creatures, you are invited to an animal feeding. Feed a parakeet, ostrich, or a giraffe. For groups of 15 or more, the Blank Park Zoo provides discounted admission. 7401 SW 9th St, Des Moines, IA 50315

 

Adventureland Resort

Adventureland Resort is an amusement park in Des Moines, Iowa. This park is separated into amusement park rides and water rides. A plethora of fun rides will have your team captivated for the duration of their visit. Constantly catering to groups, Adventureland Resort will grant reduced admission to groups of at least 15 people. Bring your team to experience some unforgettable fun at Adventureland Resort.

You are invited to try Falling Star, one of this amusement park’s most sought after rides. Have you ever imagined what it would be like to parachute? The ride Der Flinger, gives visitors the unique opportunity to try a ride which simulates a parachuting adventure. For this ride, guests must be at least 42 inches. When you are finished with this ride, swing to incredible heights! Galleon is said to be the largest pirate ship in Iowa. The constant motion of this ride might just reflect the constant motion of your team!

Would you like more of a thrill? Come try Outlaw. This tight-weaving, wooden coaster propels visitors at a quick pace. If you have rode Galleon and Outlaw, you might need to relax a bit. Thanks to the Giant Sky Wheel, that’s totally doable. Patrons of the park will be carried 100 feet in the air at a nice cruising speed.

Come make a splash with entertaining water slides! Your head will spin with the Bermuda Quadrangle. Your team will enjoy the 4-plex intertube slides. These slides combine funnels, and bumps, along with twists and turns. Both single and double tubes are made available for this ride. Please check the website for height requirements. You are invited to venture over to another challenging ride. Gang Plank & Pirates’ Plummet features two steep body slides. On this ride, you will be propelled 60 feet until you plunge into the depths of Adventureland’s giagntic pool. Thinking back on this experience, you will have never been so happy to be reminded of the words, “walk the plank.” 3200 Adventureland Dr, Altoona, IA 50009

 

Get Air

Get Air is a trampoline park that’s ready to entertain everyone on your team. Choose from such activities as an expansive Trampoline Court, Dodgeball, Slam Ball, a rock wall, and more. Test your strength and agility on the Ninja Course. When you have completed this exhilarating activity, come try the Fidget Ladder. Try to keep your balance as you attempt to steadily climb this rope ladder. Are you ready to try some aerial acrobatics? Guests are welcome to test their aerial skills at the Foam Pit. You will love jumping or swinging into a pit of cushy cubes! Visitors are required to fill out an online waiver before jumping. 3799 86th St, Urbandale, IA 50322

 

Gray’s Lake Park

From Campbell Park to Gray’s Lake Park, this wonderful, scenic spot allows guests to delve into activities which will bring them closer to nature. Simultaneously, these activities offer visitors a chance to have fun in the sun!

Situated in the center of Des Moines, Gray’s Lake Park stretches an incredible 167 acres. Guests have the option of either biking or walking around a two mile path that loops around the lake. Adding to the relaxing atmosphere, this path is illuminated at night. It’s safe to say, you probably didn’t bring your bike along on the trip to Campbell Park. The good news is, you can rent a one! Please refer to the website for further instructions regarding where to rent a bike. If guests would prefer to canoe on the expansive, 100 acre Gray’s Lake, they are welcome to consult the website to receive instructions on where they can rent one. 2101 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA 50315

 

Climb Iowa

Climb Iowa has received praise for being, “Iowa’s largest indoor climbing and training facility.” Your team will love this massive indoor rock climbing gym! Take your team to experience the energetic atmosphere surrounding this unique sport.

Are you excited to try this adventurous activity? Guests will be happy to discover that Climb Iowa is open daily and drop-ins are welcome. Regardless of the skill level of your team, they will love coming to a 10,000 square foot indoor rock climbing gym, with 200 routes and problems. As this facility strives to accommodate each and every guest, visitors are provided with tours of the gym immediately after their arrival. On this tour, your team will be introduced to each type of climbing available.

If the tour whets your appetite for climbing, you may be happy to know that guests will be taught how to auto-belay. Has this tour and subsequent instruction made you eager to begin climbing? Do you think you cannot partake in this exciting sport because you do not have the proper equipment? No problem, Climb Iowa will provide all the necessary equipment your team needs. Day passes are also available for purchase. 3605 SE Miehe Dr, Grimes, IA 50111 

 

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Places to Eat

The Club Car Restaurant and Lounge

Would your team enjoy dining at a restaurant that is within walking distance from Campbell Park? The Club Car Restaurant and Lounge may be beckoning to them. Established in 1996, this restaurant is decorated with railroad memorabilia, original framed posters, model train cars and signs from way back when. Dining at this establishment will be a treat for the whole team!

Open for lunch and dinner, this restaurant serves BBQ chicken flat bread pizza, grilled shrimp kabob, nachos, BBQ shrimp kabob, buffalo chicken salad, Cuban pork sandwich, Philly steak, southwest burger, and more. Customers wishing to stay with a train-theme might want to try the burger known as Caboose! Catering to the different dietary needs of their guests, The Club Car and Lounge contains an entire gluten free menu. This gluten free menu includes pastas, seafood, steaks, and desserts. Try their gluten-free chocolate brownie! 13435 University Ave #200, Clive, IA 50325

 

Olympic Flame

Olympic Flame is a Mediterranean restaurant in Des Moines, Iowa, that’s not far from Campbell Park. This dining establishment serves Greek food combined with American favorites. Emphasizing their Greek cuisine, this restaurant advertises themselves as, “The taste of Greece in the heart of Iowa.” Your team will enjoy eating at a restaurant located in Des Moines’ historic East Village. If your team is interested in public transportation, Olympic Flame is in close proximity to the free D-line loop.

Greek and American cuisine come together in this menu which includes Saganaki, Spanakopita, Tiropita, Tzatziki, Greek fries, gyro, falafel sandwich, double hamburger, chicken nuggets, French fries, lamb chops, charcoal broiled fish, and more. This restaurant is open for lunch and dinner. 514 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309

 

100th St. Corner Cafe

100th St. Corner Cafe is a restaurant located in Urbandale, Iowa. Bring your team to enjoy a welcoming and relaxed atmosphere. Because it’s close by Campbell Park, this eatery is a great spot to grab a meal.

Open for breakfast every day of the week, this restaurant serves chicken fried steak, corned beef hash, breakfast sandwiches, omelets, pancakes, waffles, and more. 100th St. Corner Cafe also offers lunch during the week. Reservations are recommended for groups of at least 10 people. For lunch, you can order dishes like a cheeseburger, Philly cheesesteak, Buffalo chicken sandwich, breaded tenderloin, tuna melt, Cajun chicken wrap, black Angus steak wrap, and more. 3017 100th St, Urbandale, IA, 50322

 

Monterrey Mexican Restaurant

Monterrey Mexican Restaurant serves authentic Mexican food right in Clive, Iowa. Here, the staff prides itself on preparing only the freshest of foods. Bring your team to experience a clean, pleasant, and comfortable atmosphere.

This restaurant happily serves food items such as the Nacho Supreme, fajita taco salad, grilled chicken salad, beef burrito, enchilada, Pollo Mexicano, quesadilla, shrimp Chimichanga, and more. This dining establishment is open for lunch and dinner. Customers are encouraged to save 10% by printing out the online coupon. 8801 University Ave #27, Clive, IA 50325

 

Clive, Iowa is an invaluable town for your team to visit! Your team will have an amazing time at Campbell Park!