Best camping near Salem
18 campgrounds · 18 ranked · updated 2026-07-13 · 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
Bentonsport
Good
14.8 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 85°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 80: live conditions (good) · 18 things to do within 15 mi
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#2
Indian Lake Park
Good
16.0 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 85°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 80: live conditions (good) · 18 things to do within 15 mi
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#3
Upper Augusta Skunk River Access
Good
17.5 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 84°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 80: live conditions (good) · 18 things to do within 15 mi
80Elite
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#4
Welter Recreation Park
Good
18.7 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 84°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 80: live conditions (good) · 18 things to do within 15 mi
80Elite
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#5
Lower Augusta Skunk River Access
Good
19.4 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 84°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 80: live conditions (good) · 18 things to do within 15 mi
80Elite
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#6
Grays Landing
Good
13.5 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 84°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 78: live conditions (good) · 17 things to do within 15 mi
78Top-rated
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#7
Geode State Park
Good
12.0 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 85°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 77: live conditions (good) · 16 things to do within 15 mi
77Top-rated
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#8
Geode State Park Campground
Good
12.1 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 85°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 77: live conditions (good) · 16 things to do within 15 mi
77Top-rated
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#9
Mac Coon Access
Good
16.0 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 85°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 76: live conditions (good) · 16 things to do within 15 mi
76Top-rated
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#10
Austin County Park
Good
19.3 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 85°F
Austin County Park is a picturesque camping area located in the state of Iowa. It offers a range of amenities to enhance the camping experience. The campground provides…
Why 75: live conditions (good) · 15 things to do within 15 mi
75Top-rated
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#11
Shimek State Forest
Good
15.8 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 85°F
Shimek State Forest Camping Area is located in southwestern Iowa and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding picturesque landscape. The campground is situated near the…
Why 73: live conditions (good) · 14 things to do within 15 mi
73Top-rated
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#12
Round Prairie Park
Good
11.6 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 85°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 72: live conditions (good) · 14 things to do within 15 mi
72Top-rated
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#13
Battle of Athens State Park
Good
18.0 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 85°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 71: live conditions (good) · 13 things to do within 15 mi
71Top-rated
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#14
Midwest Old Threshers
Good
8.6 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 85°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 67: live conditions (good) · 11 things to do within 15 mi
67Top-rated
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#15
Oakland Mills Park
Good
6.7 mi away
· Warm night · low 67°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 85°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 65: live conditions (good) · 10 things to do within 15 mi
65Top-rated
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.