Best camping near Bernard
20 campgrounds · 20 ranked · updated 2026-07-12 · off-season
Explore the best camping near Bernard, 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 20 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Swiss Valley County Park
Good
11.1 mi away
· Mild night · low 61°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 83°F
Swiss Valley County Park is a great camping destination in Iowa for those looking for beautiful surroundings and outdoor activities. The park is located in Dubuque, Iowa, and is…
Why 86: live conditions (good) · 21 things to do within 15 mi
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#2
Swiss Valley County Park Campground
Good
11.1 mi away
· Mild night · low 61°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 83°F
Swiss Valley County Park is situated in the heart of the Ozark Mountains in Arkansas and boasts breathtaking surrounding views of lush forests, rolling hills, and meandering…
Why 86: live conditions (good) · 21 things to do within 15 mi
86Elite
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#3
Massey Marina
Good
16.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 61°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 83°F
Massey Marina camping area, located in the state of Iowa, is a picturesque campground offering a range of amenities for campers to enjoy. The campground features spacious…
Why 86: live conditions (good) · 26 things to do within 15 mi
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#4
Massey Marina and Park Campgrounds
Good
16.3 mi away
· Mild night · low 61°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 83°F
Massey Marina And Park Campgrounds is a charming camping area located in the state of Illinois. Situated near the Mississippi River, this campground offers a range of amenities to…
Why 86: live conditions (good) · 26 things to do within 15 mi
86Elite
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#5
Miller Riverview City Park
Good
18.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 61°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 83°F
Miller Riverview City Park is a picturesque camping area located in Iowa. This beautiful campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable camping experience…
Why 86: live conditions (good) · 26 things to do within 15 mi
86Elite
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#6
Dubuque Yacht Basin and RV Park
Good
19.0 mi away
· Mild night · low 61°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 83°F
Dubuque Yacht Basin and RV Park is a popular camping area located in Iowa. This campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable stay for campers. It features…
Why 86: live conditions (good) · 26 things to do within 15 mi
86Elite
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#7
Miller Riverview Park & Campground
Good
19.0 mi away
· Mild night · low 61°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 83°F
Miller Riverview Park & Campground is a picturesque camping area situated in Arkansas, offering a range of amenities for campers to enjoy. The campground features spacious and…
Why 86: live conditions (good) · 26 things to do within 15 mi
86Elite
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#8
Heritage Campground & Pond
Good
19.3 mi away
· Mild night · low 61°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 83°F
Heritage Campground & Pond is a picturesque camping area located in the state of Arkansas. Situated amidst scenic natural beauty, the campground offers a range of amenities to…
Why 86: live conditions (good) · 25 things to do within 15 mi
86Elite
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#9
Bankston Park
Good
19.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 62°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 82°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 86: live conditions (good) · 20 things to do within 15 mi
86Elite
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#10
Brankston County Park Campground
Good
19.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 62°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 82°F
Blanchard Springs County Park Campground in Arkansas offers 33 campsites on a first-come-first-served basis. The campground is located on the White River and offers stunning views…
Why 86: live conditions (good) · 20 things to do within 15 mi
86Elite
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#11
Eden Valley Park
Good
16.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 62°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 82°F
Eden Valley Park in Iowa offers established campsites with both electric and non-electric options—no dispersed camping is allowed. Reservations are not required; sites are…
Why 77: live conditions (good) · 16 things to do within 15 mi
77Top-rated
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#12
Horseshoe Pond
Good
18.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 62°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 82°F
Horseshoe Pond camping area, located in the state of Iowa, offers a serene and peaceful retreat for campers. The campground provides several amenities to ensure a comfortable…
Why 77: live conditions (good) · 16 things to do within 15 mi
77Top-rated
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#13
Joinerville County Park
Good
15.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 62°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 82°F
Joinerville County Park in Iowa offers established campsites with no dispersed camping. Reservations are not required, and camping is free—no permits or fees needed. Amenities…
Why 73: live conditions (good) · 14 things to do within 15 mi
73Top-rated
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#14
Pictured Rocks Co Park
Good
14.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 61°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 82°F
Pictured Rocks Co Park is a picturesque camping area located in the state of Iowa. The campground offers a range of amenities to make for a comfortable stay, including picnic…
Why 70: live conditions (good) · 12 things to do within 15 mi
70Top-rated
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#15
Maquoketa Caves State Park
Good
12.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 62°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 82°F
Maquoketa Caves State Park is a popular camping area located in the state of Iowa. The campground offers various amenities to make the camping experience enjoyable. There are 29…
Why 69: live conditions (good) · 12 things to do within 15 mi
69Top-rated
Camping near Bernard
The Bernard area has 20 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 near Bernard
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.
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Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.