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Get prepared with The Hinterland Guide and read more helpful tips below specific to ADA Car Camping.
ADA Car Camping at Hinterland lets you enjoy the convenience of camping right next to your vehicle, providing easy access to your gear and a comfortable festival experience. Each ADA Car Camping ticket includes one vehicle sticker for entry and camping in a 20' x 25’ site for any group size. All campers must have a festival admission wristband, and every campsite must contain a vehicle with the sticker visibly displayed at all times.
To camp in this area, you must have a valid government-issued persons with disability parking placard, permit, or license plate and purchase an ADA Car Camping pass.
Directions
Please view the directions to get to Hinterland
Check-in Times
Wednesday: 12 PM–8 PM
Thursday-Saturday: 9 AM–7 PM
Sunday: 9 AM–12 PM
You can NOT check in if you arrive (for the first time) outside of these hours.
Wednesday camping is encouraged! Food and drink vendors will be open.
Peak Traffic Times
9 AM on Thursday, 1 PM–6 PM each day, and exiting the festival each night.
Lot Entrance
Gate F
When You Arrive
Car Camping pass window stickers and festival wristbands are required to enter the ADA car camping lot.
Place your car camping sticker on the driver’s side front windshield before you arrive, and make sure everyone in your vehicle is wearing their wristband.
Don’t have a window sticker or wristband, or purchased after July 12th? Before going to the parking lot, head to the Box Office onsite (Gate C with temporary parking) or offsite (Tuesday only at Val Air Ballroom in West Des Moines).
Campsite Assignments
Campsites are assigned upon arrival on a first-come, first-serve basis, so plan to arrive together if you wish to camp near friends.
Vehicle Re-Entry
Tent Camping Parking, Glamping Parking, RV Camping Companion Vehicles - re-entry ALLOWED during daylight hours
Car Camping, RV Camping - re-entry NOT ALLOWED
Leaving the Campgrounds
All campers must be packed out by Monday at Noon.
We are committed to ensuring all Hinterlanders have an inclusive and accessible experience. Please review the accommodations available below and feel free to reach out to us at access@hinterlandiowa.com with any questions.
Hiking Trails
The festival grounds span about 2 miles and are connected by hiking trails. We recommend wearing comfortable, closed-toe shoes. The trails will be lit at night, making it easy to get around throughout the festival weekend.
Always walk along the marked hiking trails. Walking along Highway G50 is NOT permitted for your safety.
Maps
View the festival maps.
Pedicabs
Skip the stroll and grab a ride! Coors Light will be offering pedicab rides throughout the grounds. Prices start at $15, payment is accepted via cash, card, Venmo, and PayPal. Ready to ride? Flag one down or head to a pedicab pickup spot. Pedicabs are first-come, first-serve.
Vehicle Type
Passenger cars, trucks, and vans are allowed, but RVs and fuel generators are not permitted. Here's what we consider an RV.
Within Your 20’x25’ Space
Only one vehicle is allowed per site, and everything—vehicle, tents, and camping gear—must fit within your designated 20’x25’ space.
ADA Services Tent
There will be an Accessibility Services Hub conveniently located just outside the festival grounds to support and address the needs of all attendees with accessibility needs. This tent is located outside of the south entrance in the ADA Parking Lot, or Lot 9, which can be accessed via gate F.
At an Accessibility Services Hub, you can:
Guest Services
Have questions while you are in campgrounds? Missing an item? Found a lost item? Visit the Guest Services Tent in Basecamp, open from 10 AM–9 PM. Guest Services staff members in Pink Vests will be stationed throughout the festival grounds. They are your best resource if you have any questions.
There are three Info Booths located inside the venue that will be open from 12 PM–8 PM every day of the festival.
Lost & Found
Our primary Lost & Found is located at Guest Services by the South Entrance (see map). They will be open from daily from 11 AM-10 PM.
First Aid
First Aid tents are located throughout the festival venue and campgrounds and staffed by trained personnel to provide any medical aid needed. In case of an emergency, notify any staff member or our security team.
The First Aid tent in the campgrounds is located next to the Tent Gear Drop Zone by Gate I.
Allowed/Not Allowed in Campgrounds
Avoid hassle by knowing what you can and cannot bring.
Food, Drink, Ice & Water
We’ve got it! Get all the food, drink, ice & water details here.
Restrooms
There will be a wheelchair accessible shower/washroom unit within the ADA Car Camping area. Additionally there are porta-potties near the ADA Check-in Tent. All bathrooms will be serviced daily. If you notice an issue, please contact realperson@hinterlandiowa.com.
Showers
Showers will be available for purchase for $10 (credit card only). Showers are located just east of Dollar General.
Shower Hours (Thursday-Sunday): 6 AM–12 PM and 3 PM–9 PM
Power Access
Power is not provided, please plan accordingly.
Lockers
If you’d like to lock up any items, you can reserve a festival venue charging locker. These are only accessible during venue hours.
Dollar General
Forgot something? A Dollar General store is located on festival grounds.
Campfire Stage
The music keeps going after the headliners! The Campfire Stage is located on the north side of Tent Camping. Please note the nearest restrooms to the Campfire Stage are by Gate I, just west of Basecamp (see map). There is not a bar by the Campfire Stage, feel free to BYOB or head over to Basecamp.
Basecamp
Basecamp is the new central hub in the campgrounds. Located just off the Wild Turkey Way and Goldfinch Trails and west of Dollar General.
Hiking Trails
Explore our new hiking trails throughout the campgrounds (view map). With nearly 3.5 miles of beautifully wooded paths, the trails are more than just a way to get where you’re going; they're a destination all their own.
Along the way, you’ll find plenty of surprises, including covered bridges, art installations, lemonade carts, and more. The trails will be lit at night, making them easy to enjoy throughout the festival weekend. After Hinterland, the trails will remain open year-round for locals and visitors to enjoy.
We recommend wearing comfortable, closed-toe shoes so you’re ready to explore!
Sunflower Field
New this year! Come out and take some enviable social media photos or just enjoy the view of the sunflower field in our car camping area.
Yoga & Sound Bath
Join us for yoga daily (Thursday-Sunday) at 9 AM at the Campfire Stage. These Vinyasa yoga classes led by Mayce at Mindful Healing Co. will focus on connecting body with breath, relaxation, mindfulness, and letting go. After the flow, there will be a 10-15 minute sound bath during savasana to bring awareness inwards and fully immerse in the soothing sounds. All levels welcome, just bring a mat/towel & water.
Silent Disco
Dance it out in the woods at our Silent Disco. Located on the north side of the campgrounds by the Raccoon Run and Dragonfly Trails. It’s free for all ticket holders to participate. Open Wednesday-Sunday 12 PM–7 PM and 11 PM–3 AM.
Insider Tip: hit up the nearby face glitter stand and lemonade cart while you are there!
White Claw Hammock Hangout
Come relax in the shaded White Claw Hammock Hangout in the Tent Camping area. Bring your own hammock or use one of ours. All ticket holders are welcome!
Get camping tips from experienced Hinterlanders and check out our packing list.
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