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 Page7
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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Three Fingers Campground4.0 (81 reviews)35604 135th Ave, Forest City, IA 50436, USA
Pinicon Ridge Park Campground4.0 (77 reviews)4948 Valley Farm Rd, Central City, IA 52214, USA
Gilbertson Park4.0 (76 reviews)1810 Agate Rd, Elgin, IA 52141, USA
Hidden River Campgrounds4.0 (76 reviews)2000 Cottonwood lane, Tipton, IA 52772, USA
Maquoketa Caves State Park Campground4.0 (74 reviews)Maquoketa, IA 52060, USA
Walnut Woods State Park Campground4.0 (73 reviews)3155 Walnut Woods Dr, West Des Moines, IA 50265, USA
Tailwater East Campground4.0 (73 reviews)4163 Prairie Du Chien Rd NE, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
Eveland Access Campground4.0 (72 reviews)2890 Galeston Ave, Oskaloosa, IA 52577, USA
Greene Square Park4.0 (72 reviews)5th St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401, USA
Featherstone County Park4.0 (71 reviews)Featherstone Memorial County Park, 1853-1873 Twin Lakes Rd, Manson, IA 50563, USA
Hutchinson Family Farms4.0 (70 reviews)2299 Scenic River Rd, Decorah, IA 52101, USA
Prairie Flower Recreation Area4.0 (69 reviews)5600 NW 78th Ave, Johnston, IA 50131, USA
Smith Lake Campground4.0 (69 reviews)2407 US-169, Algona, IA 50511, USA
River Ranch Camping4.0 (68 reviews)2575 Cheyenne Ave, Nashua, IA 50658, USA
Tuttle Lake Rec Area4.0 (67 reviews)4926 110th St, Dolliver, IA 50531, USA
Joy Springs County Park4.0 (65 reviews)37771 Alpha Ave, Strawberry Point, IA 52076, USA
Clayton Hills Campgrounds4.0 (65 reviews)31846 Clayton Rd, Garnavillo, IA 52049, USA
Pine Grove Campground4.0 (64 reviews)27955 Scott Park Rd, 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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