Public Showers in Iowa

Browse 107+ verified shower locations across Iowa. Find free and paid public shower facilities with detailed information about hours, costs, and amenities.

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Albaugh Family Senior Community Center

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4.9
3077 NE 46th Ave, Des Moines
$5-10
Community Center
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Pioneer Columbus Community Recreation Center

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4.8
3711 Easton Blvd, Des Moines
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Recreation CenterCommunity Center
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Columbus Park Sprayground

5
Columbus Park, 1921 SE 1st St
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Water parkPublic facility
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Raccoon River Park Nature Lodge

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4.7
2500 Grand Ave, West Des Moines
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ParkPublic facility
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Raccoon River Park Nature Lodge

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4.7
3155 Walnut Woods Dr, West Des Moines
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Third Space Community Center & Art Space

5
1707 E Grand Ave, Des Moines
$5-10
Community Center
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YMCA Healthy Living Center

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4.7
714 S Main St, Council Bluffs
Day Pass $10-20
Senior citizens clubYMCA
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Union Park

4.7
601 University Ave, Des Moines
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ParkPublic facility
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Townsend Community Center

4.9
6615 NE 41st Ave, Altoona
$5-10
Community Center
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Acorn Valley Campground

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4.7
12130 Northwest 128th Street, Granger
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Crossroads Park Bathrooms

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4.7
5205 Ashworth Rd, West Des Moines
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ParkPublic facility
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Carter Lake Parks & Recreation

4.9
1120 Willow Dr, Carter Lake
$5-10
Community CenterRecreation Center
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Charles E. Lakin YMCA

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4.6
235 Harmony St, Council Bluffs
Day Pass $10-20
Youth organizationYMCA
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Polk County Northside Community Center

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4.6
7305 NW Aurora Ave, Urbandale
$5-10
Event venueCommunity Center
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Grey's Lake

4.9
Grays Lake Park, 2101 Fleur Dr
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Swimming lakePublic facility
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Iowa 80 - The World's Largest Truckstop

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4.6
755 W Iowa 80 Rd, Walcott
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Truck StopPublic facility
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Iowa 80 - The World's Largest Truckstop

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4.6
6710 S Business Dr, Sheboygan
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Truck StopPublic facility
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Greenwood - Ashworth Park

4.7
4500 Grand Ave, Des Moines
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City parkPublic facility
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Iowa 80 - The World's Largest Truckstop

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4.6
191 W Rolling Meadows Dr, Fond du Lac
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Truck StopPublic facility
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Iowa 80 - The World's Largest Truckstop

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4.6
4305 W Mt Pleasant St, West Burlington
$10-15
Truck StopPublic facility
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Valley Community Center

4.7
4444 Fuller Rd, West Des Moines
$5-10
Community Center
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Windsor Heights Community Center

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4.6
6900 School St, Windsor Heights
$5-10
Community CenterPublic facility
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Clive Aquatic Center

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4.5
1801 NW 114th St, Clive
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Swimming PoolPublic facility
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Green Meadows Pool

4.6
200 Parkview Dr, Council Bluffs
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Swimming Pool
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Acorn Valley Campground

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4.5
NW Beaver Dr, Johnston
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Camping groundPublic facility
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Eastview Community Center

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4.5
4101 E 42nd St, Des Moines
$5-10
Community Center
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Fort Des Moines Park

4.6
7200 SE 5th St, Des Moines
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Sapp Bros. Travel Center

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4.5
2495 210th Ave, Percival
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Truck Stop
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Kwik Star

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4.5
1704 Broad St, Story City
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Convenience storePublic facility
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American Legion Park

4.6
301 Vine St, West Des Moines
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Waukee Community Center

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4.5
675 Walnut St, Waukee
$5-10
Community Center
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Valley View Aquatic Center

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4.5
255 81st St, West Des Moines
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Swimming PoolPublic facility
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Tom Hanafan River's Edge Park

4.5
4200 Avenue B, Council Bluffs
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Chrome Truck Stop

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4.4
211 US-18, Algona
$10-15
Truck Stop
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Evelyn K Davis Park

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4.4
2300 Drake Park Ave, Des Moines
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City parkPublic facility
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Franklin Community Gardens

4.5
Franklin Ave and, 53rd St
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MacRae Park

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4.4
1021 Davis Ave, Des Moines
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Northwest Community Center

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4.4
5110 Franklin Ave, Des Moines
$5-10
Community Center
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Pioneer Park

4.5
1650 E Pioneer Rd, Des Moines
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Pioneer Columbus Community Recreation Center

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4.4
501 Grand Ave, Des Moines
Day Pass $10-20
GymYMCA
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Swede Point Park

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4.4
1601 322nd Ln, Madrid
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Camping groundPublic facility
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Dale & Lois Bright Community Center

4.5
900 E Grand Ave UNIT 502, Des Moines
$5-10
Community CenterRecreation Center
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SouthRidge Travel Plaza

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4.4
2950 S Main Ave, Sioux Center
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Truck StopPublic facility
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MLK Park

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4.3
1650 Garfield Ave, Des Moines
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ParkPublic facility
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Lakeshore Community Center and Swimming Pool

4.4
264 Garfield Ave, Elkhart
$5-10
Community Center
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Pioneer Columbus Community Recreation Center

4.4
2100 SE 5th St, Des Moines
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Recreation Center
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Kwik Star

4.4
2500 S Center St Ste B, Marshalltown
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Convenience storePublic facility
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Polk City Community Center

4.4
309 Van Dorn St, Polk City
$5-10
Community Center
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Altoona Aquatics Park

4.3
1200 Venbury Dr, Altoona
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Swimming PoolPublic facility
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Sapp Bros. Service Center

4.3
2608 S 24th St, Council Bluffs
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American restaurantTruck Stop
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Public Shower Facilities in Iowa

RAGBRAI (bike ride across Iowa) creates a moving demand for shower facilities each July, with small towns opening schools and churches. Iowa's agricultural character means many rural communities have only school facilities available after hours. Caucus season brings media and political operatives seeking facilities. The world's largest truck stop (Iowa 80) sets the standard for interstate shower facilities. College towns have stark contrasts between student-focused and community facilities. Many small-town pools built in the 1960s-70s are aging out with limited replacement funds. Wind farm workers in rural areas create unexpected demand in formerly quiet towns.

Our directory tracks 107+ shower locations across Iowa, with 68 facilities verified by recent visitor reviews.

Iowa Facility Statistics

107+

Total Locations

68

Verified Reviews

10

Cities Covered

Pricing Guide for Iowa

Average daily shower costs range from $0 to $18

Free Public beaches, some state parks, select community centers
$5-10 Municipal recreation centers, public pools, basic facilities
$10-15 Truck stops, travel centers, mid-range gyms
$15-18 Premium fitness centers, resort facilities, day spas

Health & Safety Regulations

Iowa Administrative Code Chapter 15 governs swimming pools and spas. All public shower facilities must maintain proper sanitation standards, water temperature controls, and meet ADA accessibility requirements.

Seasonal Considerations

Continental climate with cold winters and hot summers. Spring severe weather season. Outdoor facilities may have limited seasonal hours.

Cities with Shower Facilities

Des Moines

Multiple locations

Cedar Rapids

Multiple locations

Davenport

Multiple locations

Sioux City

Multiple locations

Iowa City

Multiple locations

Types of Shower Facilities

1

Truck stops

24/7 private shower rooms, primarily for commercial drivers

2

Community centers

Public shower facilities

3

YMCAs

Membership-based with day pass options, comprehensive amenities

4

University facilities

Public shower facilities

5

Recreation centers

Municipal facilities with full locker rooms, resident discounts common