Best camping near Salem
18 campgrounds · 18 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season
Explore the best camping near Salem, 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
Mac Coon Access
Good
16.0 mi away
· Mild night · low 53°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 73°F
Mac Coon Access camping area is located in the state of Iowa and offers campers a range of amenities for a comfortable outdoor experience. The campground provides basic facilities…
Why 69: live conditions (good) · 10 things to do within 15 mi
69Top-rated
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#2
Bentonsport
Good
14.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 53°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 73°F
Bentonsport Camping Area is a picturesque camping destination located in the state of Iowa. Nestled amidst nature, this campground offers a range of amenities to enhance the…
Why 67: live conditions (good) · 9 things to do within 15 mi
67Top-rated
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#3
Indian Lake Park
Good
16.0 mi away
· Mild night · low 53°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 73°F
Indian Lake Park is a beautiful camping area located in the state of Iowa. It offers a range of amenities to ensure campers have a comfortable stay. The campground provides…
Why 67: live conditions (good) · 9 things to do within 15 mi
67Top-rated
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#4
Round Prairie Park
Good
11.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 53°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 73°F
Round Prairie Park camping area is located in the state of Iowa and offers a range of amenities for campers. The campground provides basic facilities such as restrooms, picnic…
Why 65: live conditions (good) · 8 things to do within 15 mi
65Top-rated
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#5
Midwest Old Threshers
Good
8.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 53°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 73°F
The Midwest Old Threshers camping area, located in the state of Iowa, offers a range of amenities to enhance your camping experience. The campground provides electrical and water…
Why 63: live conditions (good) · 7 things to do within 15 mi
63Solid
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#6
Oakland Mills Park
Good
6.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 53°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 73°F
Oakland Mills Park is a beautiful camping area located in Mount Pleasant, Iowa. It offers a range of amenities and activities to make your camping experience enjoyable. The…
Why 61: live conditions (good) · 6 things to do within 15 mi
61Solid
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#7
Water Works Park
Good
6.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 53°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 73°F
Water Works Park Camping Area is a picturesque campground located in Des Moines, Iowa, with stunning views of the Des Moines River. The camping area is adjacent to the Water Works…
Why 61: live conditions (good) · 6 things to do within 15 mi
61Solid
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#8
Waterworks Park - Oakland Mills Park
Good
6.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 53°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 73°F
Waterworks Park - Oakland Mills Park camping area in Iowa is a fantastic destination for nature enthusiasts seeking a serene camping experience. This campground offers a variety…
Why 61: live conditions (good) · 6 things to do within 15 mi
61Solid
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#9
Geode State Park
Good
12.0 mi away
· Mild night · low 53°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 73°F
Geode State Park in southeast Iowa offers established campsites only—no dispersed camping. Reservations are available online via the Iowa State Parks system, and fees apply. The…
Why 62: live conditions (good) · 7 things to do within 15 mi
62Solid
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#10
Geode State Park Campground
Good
12.1 mi away
· Mild night · low 53°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 73°F
Geode State Park Campground in Iowa offers 90+ established campsites, including both electric and non-electric options—no dispersed camping. Reservations are recommended via the…
Why 62: live conditions (good) · 7 things to do within 15 mi
62Solid
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#11
Upper Augusta Skunk River Access
Good
17.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 54°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 74°F
The Upper Augusta Skunk River Access Camping Area is located in Iowa and is known for its stunning views of the surrounding countryside. The camping area is situated near the…
Why 62: live conditions (good) · 7 things to do within 15 mi
62Solid
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#12
Battle of Athens State Park
Good
18.0 mi away
· Mild night · low 53°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 74°F
The Battle Of Athens State Park camping area is located in the state of Missouri. This campground offers a range of amenities to make your camping experience comfortable and…
Why 62: live conditions (good) · 6 things to do within 15 mi
62Solid
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#13
Grays Landing
Good
13.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 54°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 74°F
Grays Landing camping area, located in the state of Iowa, offers a variety of amenities for campers to enjoy. The campground provides spacious and well-maintained campsites, with…
Why 61: live conditions (good) · 7 things to do within 15 mi
61Solid
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#14
Welter Recreation Park
Good
18.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 54°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 74°F
Welter Recreation Park is a picturesque camping area located in the state of Iowa. The campground offers several amenities to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable camping…
Why 62: live conditions (good) · 7 things to do within 15 mi
62Solid
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#15
Lower Augusta Skunk River Access
Good
19.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 54°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 74°F
The Lower Augusta Skunk River Access camping area in Iowa offers beautiful views of the Skunk River and surrounding woodland. Nearby points of interest include the Augusta…
Why 62: live conditions (good) · 7 things to do within 15 mi
62Solid
Camping near Salem
The Salem 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 Salem
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.