Browse 585 camping listings in Iowa. This state guide brings together addresses, ratings, review counts, contact details and photos when those details are available, so visitors can compare local options before choosing where to go. Use the nearby location links below to narrow the directory to a more specific part of Iowa.
Destination listings
Camping in Iowa | Best Campsites & Campgrounds Near Iowa | Camp Spotter Page24
Local comparison guide
How to compare camping in Iowa
Use this page as a starting point for comparing nearby options. Check whether each listing includes a usable address, public ratings, photos, contact details, business website, and enough context for your next step.
Before traveling, confirm seasonal access, site availability, reservation requirements, amenities, fees, and campground rules directly with the property.
- Compare detailsLook for photos, ratings, reviews, phone numbers, and websites.
- Check the locationUse the map and directions links to compare distance and nearby alternatives.
- Confirm before you goCall or visit the campground website to verify access, reservations, amenities, and seasonal rules.
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Camping around Iowa
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Local data snapshot
Camping data in Iowa
Use these signals to judge how much information is available before you shortlist a campground.585Listings reviewedActive public listings in this area.
60%Phone available350 listings include a phone number.
71%Website listed416 listings include a website.
85%Photos available497 listings include local photos.
15%Hours data87 listings include opening-hour data.
4.1Public rating30698 total public reviews counted.
Cities with listings
Polk City 15Iowa City 12Moravia 10Decorah 9Dubuque 9Honey Creek 8Cresco 6Guttenberg 6
Campground details can change by season. Confirm access, reservations, amenities, fees, and rules directly with the campground.
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Sunset Park Campground5.0 (2 reviews)414 Maple St, Albert City, IA 50510, USA
Raccoon river annex shangra la5.0 (2 reviews)H894+9C, Des Moines, IA 50321, USA
Hipcamp x coolcamping5.0 (2 reviews)1064 Co Hwy S71, Knoxville, IA 50138, USA
Clear Water Campground5.0 (2 reviews)1201 US-18, Ventura, IA 50482, USA
Bessman-Kemp Campground5.0 (2 reviews)12294 Ee Ave, Alden, IA 50006, USA
Oak Creek Estate5.0 (2 reviews)25499 U Ave, Hawkeye, IA 52147, USA
Oelwein City Park Campground5.0 (2 reviews)J3XJ+Q6W, 2500 S Frederick Ave, Oelwein, IA 50662, USA
Whitetail Camping5.0 (2 reviews)1843 Yellowpine Ave, Lockridge, IA 52635, USA
Crooked Creek Horse Camp5.0 (2 reviews)2581 Belfast Rd, Farmington, IA 52626, USA
North Campground4.0 (2 reviews)2303 Lake Rd, Bedford, IA 50833, USA
North Shelter Area Campground4.0 (2 reviews)VMM6+HJ, Peterson, IA 51047, USA
Thayer Lake Park4.0 (2 reviews)194th St, Thayer, IA 50254, USA
Richey Access Campground4.0 (2 reviews)18009 Apple Ave, Glidden, IA 51443, USA
North Cedar Park4.0 (2 reviews)299-255 140th St, Plainfield, IA 50666, USA
Creekside Equestrian Campground4.0 (2 reviews)Unnamed Road, Harpers Ferry, IA 52146, USA
Shimek State Forest Equestrian Campground Upper Camp4.0 (2 reviews)Lee County, IA 52626, USA
Lake Macbride Southern Campground4.0 (2 reviews)3976 Cottage Reserve Rd Ext, Solon, IA 52333, USA
Incahias Campground4.0 (2 reviews)PF66+9W, Eldridge, IA 52748, USA
Recommended listings to compare in Iowa
These campgrounds are highlighted because they include more useful public details for trip planning. Always confirm current details directly with the property.
Waterloo / Lost Island KOA Resort4.0 (807 reviews)4550 La Porte Rd, Hess Rd, Waterloo, IA 50701, USA
Many public reviewsPhotos availablePhone listedWebsite listed
Spook Cave & Campground4.0 (782 reviews)13299 Spook Cave Rd, McGregor, IA 52157, USA
Many public reviewsPhotos availablePhone listedWebsite listed
Des Moines West KOA Holiday4.0 (775 reviews)34308 L Ave, Adel, IA 50003, USA
Many public reviewsPhotos availablePhone listedWebsite listed
Questions about camping in Iowa
How should I compare camping in Iowa?
Compare several listings instead of choosing only the first result. Look at location, photos, public ratings, review count, phone availability, business website, and whether the listing has enough detail for your decision.
Should I contact a campground before traveling?
Yes. Campground information can change by season, so confirm access, availability, reservation requirements, amenities, fees, and current rules before you go.
Why do some listings have fewer details?
Some public listings do not include complete photos, websites, hours, or descriptions. Those pages may still help with discovery, but more complete listings are usually easier to compare.
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