Wild Rose Casino & Resort Clinton
777 Wild Rose Dr · Clinton, Iowa · Open since 1991 · IRGC licensed
- ~1,056 gaming machines Slots, video poker, keno, and electronic gaming
- Sportsbook on site Iowa legal sports wagering since 2019
- Poker available Electronic or live — confirm current format
- Full hotel resort On-site lodging for casino guests
- Aces loyalty program Earns & redeems across all Iowa Wild Rose sites
- Mississippi River corridor location 35 mi northwest of the Quad Cities
Wild Rose Clinton on the Mississippi corridor
Wild Rose Casino & Resort in Clinton occupies 777 Wild Rose Drive on the eastern Iowa side of the Mississippi River — about 35 miles northwest of the Quad Cities via US-30. The property has operated since 1991, making it one of Iowa’s longer-running commercial gaming facilities. Iowa’s riverboat gaming era began the same year Wild Rose Clinton opened, part of the state’s authorisation of river-based commercial gambling that has since migrated to land-based resort configurations while retaining the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission’s oversight framework.
The Clinton property serves as one of four Wild Rose Resorts locations across Iowa, sharing the network-wide Aces loyalty program with the Emmetsburg, Jefferson, and other Iowa sites. What sets Wild Rose Clinton apart within the Wild Rose portfolio is its position on the Mississippi — the largest river in North America runs along Clinton’s eastern edge, and the region’s combination of riverfront character and US-30 corridor access makes it a natural waypoint for visitors to eastern Iowa and the Quad Cities area.
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Wild Rose Casino and Resort
Clinton, Iowa
The gaming floor: 1,056 machines, keno, poker, sportsbook
Wild Rose Clinton’s casino floor runs approximately 1,056 electronic gaming machines — one of the more substantial floors in the Iowa riverboat-derived commercial gaming market. The machine mix covers penny slots, video poker, electronic keno, and a selection of higher-denomination games. With over a thousand machines, the floor has the density to offer meaningful variety without the overwhelming scale of large-resort casinos.
Keno is a listed floor offering — Wild Rose Resorts properties are known for running keno as part of their electronic gaming mix, which is popular with players who want a slower-paced, lottery-adjacent format between sessions of higher-tempo slot play.
Poker is listed as an available product at Wild Rose Clinton. Iowa law permits live poker at licensed commercial gaming facilities. Whether the current configuration at Clinton is a dedicated live poker room or electronic video poker — or both — should be confirmed with the property directly, as floor layouts evolve with seasonal traffic and management updates.
The sportsbook is fully operational under Iowa’s 2019 authorisation of commercial sports wagering. Iowa was an early Midwest adopter and Wild Rose’s properties moved quickly to open retail sportsbook windows. The Clinton sportsbook services in-person wagering on major US and international sports.
Aces loyalty program
Aces — Wild Rose Resorts loyalty tiers
Aces is the network-wide loyalty program shared across all Iowa Wild Rose Resorts properties. One card earns and redeems at Clinton, Emmetsburg, Jefferson, and the other Iowa locations.
| Tier | Earnings and access | Headline benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Aces Member (entry) | Free enrolment — all players on first card issue | Points on slot and electronic game play; promotional event access |
| Mid-tier | Accumulated play point threshold — varies by property | Enhanced comp rate; tier-exclusive promotions; priority service |
| Upper tier | Higher accumulated play threshold | Best comp rate; hotel comp nights across Iowa Wild Rose network; VIP invitations |
Exact tier names, point thresholds, and benefit rosters change. Confirm the current structure at the Clinton players club desk or on the Wild Rose Resorts website before planning a comp trip.
Hotel, amenities, and dining
Hotel resort
Full hotel on site at Wild Rose Clinton. Book via Wild Rose Resorts directly or third-party platforms. The hotel serves casino guests and travellers on the US-30/Iowa 136 corridor near the Mississippi River.
Sportsbook access
Iowa-licensed sports wagering on site. Major US and international sport coverage. Retail window format — in-person only at this location under Iowa law.
Responsible gaming
Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission self-exclusion covers all Iowa licensed facilities simultaneously. Enrol online at irgc.iowa.gov/self-exclusion-program. National helpline: 1-800-GAMBLER.
Pros and watch-outs
Honest pros and cons
Based on verified property data, Iowa gaming law, and the Wild Rose Resorts network context.
Strengths
5- One of Iowa's larger electronic gaming floors 1,056 machines is a meaningful selection — enough variety for a multi-day stay
- Full resort with hotel Casino, hotel, and sportsbook in one address
- Legal sports wagering Iowa's retail sportsbook authorisation has been active since 2019 — one of the earlier Midwest markets
- Aces program covers entire Iowa Wild Rose network Points earned here redeem at Emmetsburg, Jefferson, and other Iowa properties
- Mississippi River corridor location Scenic area and good position for Quad Cities day-trippers or I-80 corridor travellers
Watch-outs
3- No confirmed live table game count in data The data we hold does not confirm a live blackjack or craps table count — verify before arriving specifically for live tables
- Clinton is a smaller city with limited off-property options Unlike larger Iowa casino markets (Des Moines, Quad Cities), Clinton's dining and entertainment scene is contained
- Quad Cities visitors may prefer closer alternatives Isle Casino Bettendorf is closer for Quad Cities residents and carries a larger table game footprint
How it fits in the eastern Iowa casino market
Iowa’s commercial gaming market is one of the more mature in the Midwest, having launched in 1991 with riverboat operations that have since converted to land-based resort facilities. The state has 19 active licensed casinos operated by the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission, covering the major population centres from Council Bluffs (Omaha suburb) in the west to the Mississippi River corridor in the east.
Wild Rose Clinton is the eastern anchor of the Wild Rose Resorts Iowa network and serves the city of Clinton plus Carroll County’s rural draw area. The closest direct competitor for the same demographic is Isle Casino Bettendorf, roughly 35 miles south on the Iowa side of the Mississippi. Isle Bettendorf carries more table game density and a larger overall floor footprint; Wild Rose Clinton’s advantage is proximity to the Clinton city market and the Wild Rose network loyalty benefits.
Planning your visit
Wild Rose Casino Clinton sits at 777 Wild Rose Drive, accessible from US-30 (the main east-west corridor through Clinton) and Iowa 136. The drive from the Quad Cities runs 35–40 minutes depending on crossing — Interstate 80 connects Davenport to US-30 via the Mississippi bridge at Clinton. From Des Moines, allow approximately two hours via I-80 east.
Parking: Self-parking is available on property. Clinton is not a dense urban core — parking congestion is not typically a constraint outside of special events at the resort.
Hours: Wild Rose Clinton’s floor hours are set by Iowa gaming law and the IRGC license. Confirm current opening and closing times directly with the property before a late-night visit — Iowa commercial casinos typically operate long daily windows but may not be strictly 24-hour at every location.
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How Wild Rose Casino and Resort compares locally
Directory comparison: Wild Rose Casino and Resort vs nearby venues
We track 4 properties in Clinton. The comparison below uses directory data only — machine counts and hours should still be confirmed with each casino.
| Property | Wild Rose Casino and Resort
This property
| |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City | Clinton | Jefferson | Bettendorf | Council Bluffs |
| Address | 777 Wild Rose Dr, Clinton | 777 Wild Rose Rd, Jefferson | 1777 Isle Pkwy, Bettendorf | 1 Harrah's Blvd, Council Bluffs |
| Games in directory | — | — | 8 game types | 12 game types |
| Live poker room | No | No | No | No |
| Hotel / resort | No | No | No | No |
| Open 24/7 (tag) | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Table games (reported) | 10 | — | — | — |
| Gaming machines (reported) | 1056 | — | — | — |
| Read more | This page | Visit page | Visit page | Visit page |
How top Wild Rose Casino and Resort peers in Wild Rose Casino and Resort compare on amenities
| Amenity / Game | Catfish Bend Casino | Prairie Meadows | Riverside Casino & Golf Resort |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🎰 Slot Machines | ✓ | — | ✓ |
| 🃏 Table Games | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| ♠️ Poker Room | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| 🎱 Bingo | — | — | — |
| 🖥️ Video Poker | ✓ | — | ✓ |
| 🍽️ Restaurant | ✓ | ✓ | — |
| 🏨 Hotel / Resort | — | — | — |
| 🏊 Pool | — | — | ✓ |
| 🕐 Open 24/7 | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| 🅿️ Free Parking | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| 🚗 Valet Parking | — | ✓ | ✓ |
Worth a stop for Clinton visitors
Wild Rose Casino and Resort is one of 1 venue(s) we list in Clinton. Use the comparison tables above, then confirm table minimums and hours on property.
