Best camping near Nichols
12 campgrounds · 12 ranked · updated 2026-07-14 · off-season
Explore the best camping near Nichols, 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 12 of 12 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
River Junction Access
Good
10.8 mi away
· Warm night · low 69°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 87°F
River Junction Access camping area is a picturesque campground located in the state of Iowa. This scenic camping spot offers various amenities that cater to the needs of campers…
Why 84: live conditions (good) · 54 things to do within 15 mi
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#2
Hills Access
Good
13.1 mi away
· Warm night · low 69°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 87°F
Hills Access camping area, located in the state of Iowa, is a picturesque campground that offers various amenities to enhance the camping experience. The campground provides…
Why 84: live conditions (good) · 58 things to do within 15 mi
84Elite
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#3
Blanchard Island - COE
Good
14.9 mi away
· Warm night · low 69°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 88°F
Blanchard Island COE camping area in Arkansas offers scenic views of the Arkansas River and is perfect for boating and fishing enthusiasts. The campground provides amenities such…
Why 84: live conditions (good) · 24 things to do within 15 mi
84Elite
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#4
Blanchard Island - Mississippi River
Good
14.9 mi away
· Warm night · low 69°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 88°F
Blanchard Island Mississippi River camping area in Illinois offers stunning views of the river and surrounding nature. Visitors can enjoy fishing, boating, and hiking in the…
Why 84: live conditions (good) · 24 things to do within 15 mi
84Elite
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#5
Saulsbury Bridge RA - River CG
Fair
6.6 mi away
· Warm night · low 69°F· Flood watch· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Saulsbury Bridge Recreation Area, located in the state of Iowa, offers a wonderful camping experience for outdoor enthusiasts. The campground boasts several amenities to enhance…
Why 82: live conditions (fair) · 31 things to do within 15 mi
82Elite
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#6
Saulsbury Bridge
Fair
6.9 mi away
· Warm night · low 69°F· Flood watch· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Saulsbury Bridge camping area is located in the state of Iowa and offers a range of amenities for campers to enjoy. The campground provides both primitive and RV camping options…
Why 82: live conditions (fair) · 27 things to do within 15 mi
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#7
Saulsbury Bridge RA - Primitive
Fair
6.9 mi away
· Warm night · low 69°F· Flood watch· Light wildfire smoke · Light
Saulsbury Bridge Recreation Area, located in Iowa, offers a primitive camping experience for outdoor enthusiasts. The campground provides a serene natural setting with limited…
Why 82: live conditions (fair) · 27 things to do within 15 mi
82Elite
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#8
Fairport State Recreation Area Campground
Good
19.3 mi away
· Warm night · low 69°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 87°F
Fairport State Recreation Area Campground in eastern Arkansas offers primitive, first-come, first-served campsites near the Mississippi River. There are no reservations or permits…
Why 84: live conditions (good) · 22 things to do within 15 mi
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#9
Fairport State Rec Area
Good
19.4 mi away
· Warm night · low 69°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 87°F
Fairport State Recreation Area in Iowa offers established campsites only—no dispersed camping. Reservations are not required; sites are first-come, first-served. There is a modest…
Why 84: live conditions (good) · 22 things to do within 15 mi
84Elite
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#10
Flaming Prairie Park
Good
16.4 mi away
· Warm night · low 69°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 88°F
Flaming Prairie Park in southeastern Iowa offers established campsites with affordable fees (around $10/night); no reservations or permits are required—first come, first served…
Why 82: live conditions (good) · 19 things to do within 15 mi
82Elite
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#11
Louisa County Fairgrounds
Good
13.5 mi away
· Warm night · low 69°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 87°F
The Louisa County Fairgrounds camping area in Iowa offers stunning views of the Iowa countryside, with lush greenery and rolling hills. The campground is located near several…
Why 77: live conditions (good) · 16 things to do within 15 mi
77Top-rated
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#12
Marr Park
Good
19.3 mi away
· Warm night · low 69°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 87°F
Marr Park is a popular camping area located in the state of Iowa. It offers a range of amenities that make it an ideal spot for campers. The campground provides well-maintained…
Why 68: live conditions (good) · 12 things to do within 15 mi
68Top-rated
Camping near Nichols
The Nichols area has 12 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 Nichols
How are these campgrounds ranked?
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