Best camping near Mapleton
18 campgrounds · 18 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season
Explore the best camping near Mapleton, 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 18 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Lewis and Clark State Park Campground
Good
20.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 56°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 74°F
Located in Crofton, Nebraska, the Lewis and Clark State Park Campground provides campers with picturesque views of Lewis and Clark Lake, which is ideal for fishing, boating, and…
Why 83: live conditions (good)
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#2
Little Sioux Scout Ranch
Good
21.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 75°F
The Little Sioux Scout Ranch Camping Area in Iowa is a perfect destination for nature enthusiasts, offering scenic views of lush greenery and the Little Sioux River. The camping…
Why 83: live conditions (good)
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#3
Missouri Valley City Park
Good
42.1 mi away
· Mild night · low 56°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 74°F
Missouri Valley City Park is a delightful camping area located in Iowa, offering a range of amenities for campers to enjoy. With a serene and picturesque setting, it is a perfect…
Why 84: live conditions (good)
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#4
Nishna Bend Rec Area
Good
47.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 73°F
Nishna Bend Recreation Area is a popular camping destination located in Iowa. Situated in a picturesque setting along the Nishnabotna River, this campground offers a range of…
Why 84: live conditions (good)
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#5
Wilson Island State Rec Area
Good
47.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 56°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 74°F
Wilson Island State Recreation Area camping area is located in Iowa, USA, and offers stunning views of the Missouri River. The area is characterized by the surrounding forests…
Why 84: live conditions (good)
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#6
RV Campground
Good
43.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 57°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 73°F
The RV Campground in Nebraska is a popular camping destination for outdoor enthusiasts. The campground offers a wide range of amenities to ensure a comfortable stay for campers…
Why 83: live conditions (good)
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#7
Prairie Rose State Park East Campground
Good
48.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 73°F
Prairie Rose State Park East Campground is a picturesque camping area located in the state of Iowa. It offers various amenities to enhance the camping experience. The campground…
Why 84: live conditions (good)
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#8
Prairie Rose State Park West Campground
Good
48.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 73°F
Prairie Rose State Park West Campground is located in Iowa and offers a variety of amenities to enhance the camping experience. The campground provides both electrical and…
Why 84: live conditions (good)
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#9
Prairie Rose State Park
Good
48.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 73°F
Prairie Rose State Park camping area in Iowa offers a variety of amenities for campers to enjoy. The campground provides electrical and non-electrical campsites, making it…
Why 84: live conditions (good)
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#10
Arrowhead Park
Good
51.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 73°F
Arrowhead Park is a picturesque camping area located in the state of Iowa. Situated in a serene natural setting, it offers a range of amenities to make campers' stay comfortable…
Why 84: live conditions (good)
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#11
Hitchcock County Nature Center
Good
51.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 73°F
Hitchcock County Nature Center camping area, located in the state of Iowa, offers a peaceful and scenic retreat for nature lovers. The campground provides various amenities to…
Why 84: live conditions (good)
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#12
Pottawattamie County Fairgrounds
Good
53.0 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 73°F
The Pottawattamie County Fairgrounds camping area, located in Iowa, offers a range of amenities for campers. The campground provides electrical hookups, restrooms, and showers…
Why 84: live conditions (good)
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#13
Black Hawk State Park Campground
Good
40.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 56°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 73°F
Black Hawk State Park Campground is a picturesque camping area located in the state of Iowa. Situated within Black Hawk State Park, this campground offers a range of amenities to…
Why 81: live conditions (good)
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#14
N. P. Dodge Mem Park
Good
55.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 56°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 73°F
N.P. Dodge Memorial Park is a popular camping area located in the state of Nebraska. This campground offers a range of amenities to enhance the camping experience. Campers can…
Why 84: live conditions (good)
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#15
Botna Bend County Park
Good
57.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 73°F
Botna Bend County Park is a beautiful camping area located in Iowa, offering stunning views of the surrounding countryside. The park has 53 campsites available on a first-come…
Why 84: live conditions (good)
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Camping near Mapleton
The Mapleton area has 18 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 Mapleton
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.