Best camping in Iowa
300 campgrounds · 517 ranked · updated 2026-08-02 · off-season
Explore the best camping in Iowa — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.
Showing the top 15 of 300 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Acorn Valley Campground
Fair
· Warm night · low 71°F· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium· Comfortable day · high 90°F
Acorn Valley Campground is a picturesque camping area located in the beautiful state of Iowa. This campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable…
Why 100: 248 things to do within 15 mi
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#2
Agassa Lake
Marginal
· Mild night · low 60°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
Agassa Lake camping area, located in the state of Iowa, offers a delightful camping experience with its range of amenities. This campground provides various amenities to enhance…
Why 100: 42 things to do within 15 mi
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#3
Alcock Park
Fair
· Warm night · low 71°F· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium· Comfortable day · high 85°F
Alcock Park is a picturesque camping area located in the state of Iowa. With its stunning natural beauty and various amenities, it is an ideal destination for outdoor enthusiasts…
Why 100: 24 things to do within 15 mi
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#4
Army Corps of Engineers' Causeway
Fair
· Muggy night · low 73°F· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium· Comfortable day · high 86°F
The Army Corps Of Engineers' Causeway camping area in Iowa offers a range of amenities to enhance the camping experience. The campground provides well-maintained campsites with…
Why 100: 41 things to do within 15 mi
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#5
Ashton Wildwood Park
Fair
· Warm night · low 72°F· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium· Comfortable day · high 88°F
Ashton Wildwood Park is a popular camping area located in the state of Iowa. It offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable camping experience. The…
Why 100: 20 things to do within 15 mi
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#6
August Lake
Marginal
· Mild night · low 59°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
August Lake Camping Area is a picturesque campground located in the state of Iowa. Situated near the town of Mount Vernon, it offers a range of amenities for campers to enjoy. The…
Why 100: 26 things to do within 15 mi
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#7
Bald Eagle Camp site
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· Mild night · low 61°F· Beach Hazards Statement· Air quality / smoke advisory
Bald Eagle Camp Site is a picturesque camping area located in the state of Iowa. Situated in a tranquil natural setting, the campground offers a range of amenities to make your…
Why 100: 64 things to do within 15 mi
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#8
Bald Eagle Campground
Fair
· Muggy night · low 73°F· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium· Comfortable day · high 88°F
Bald Eagle Campground is an RV park located near Bettendorf in eastern Iowa. The campground serves as a convenient base for exploring the Mississippi River valley region. Visitors…
Why 100: 73 things to do within 15 mi
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#9
Ball Club Lake
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· Mild night · low 61°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Air quality / smoke advisory
Ball Club Lake camping area is a picturesque campground located in the state of Iowa. Situated near the lake, it offers a tranquil and serene setting for campers. The campground…
Why 100: 29 things to do within 15 mi
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#10
Bankston Park
Fair
· Muggy night · low 73°F· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium· Comfortable day · high 86°F
Bankston Park camping area in Iowa is a hidden gem that offers a range of amenities for campers seeking a peaceful retreat in nature. With its numerous amenities, this campground…
Why 100: 32 things to do within 15 mi
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#11
Bellevue State Park
Fair
· Muggy night · low 73°F· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium· Comfortable day · high 87°F
Bellevue State Park camping area, located in the state of Iowa, offers a variety of amenities for campers to enjoy. The campground provides both electric and non-electric…
Why 100: 41 things to do within 15 mi
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#12
Benton City - Fry Area
Fair
· Warm night · low 72°F· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium· Comfortable day · high 88°F
Benton City - Fry Area camping area is located in the state of Iowa. This campground offers a range of amenities to enhance visitors' camping experience. Amenities include picnic…
Why 100: 31 things to do within 15 mi
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#13
Big Hollow Creek Park
Fair
· Warm night · low 72°F· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium· Comfortable day · high 90°F
Big Hollow Creek Park is a scenic camping area located in the state of Iowa. This campground offers a range of amenities to enhance the camping experience. Visitors can expect to…
Why 100: 33 things to do within 15 mi
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#14
Big Paint Creek Campground
Fair
· Warm night · low 68°F· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium· Comfortable day · high 85°F
Big Paint Creek Campground is a charming camping area located in the state of Iowa. It offers a range of amenities to make your camping experience enjoyable. The campground…
Why 100: 41 things to do within 15 mi
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#15
Big Spring Campground
Fair
· Warm night · low 71°F· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium· Comfortable day · high 85°F
Big Spring Campground is a scenic camping area located in Iowa. It offers a range of amenities to enhance the camping experience. The campground provides both electric and…
Why 100: 22 things to do within 15 mi
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Camping in Iowa
Iowa has 517 campgrounds on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.
How we rank the best camping in Iowa
How are these campgrounds ranked?
Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.
How often does it update?
Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.
What do the numbers on the map mean?
Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.
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