Best camping near Walnut

11 campgrounds · 11 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season

Explore the best camping near Walnut, 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 11 of 11 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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Sunnyside Park Campground
#1 Sunnyside Park Campground Good
10.3 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 73°F
Sunnyside Park Campground is a picturesque camping area located in the state of Iowa. Nestled in a serene natural setting, this campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a…
Why 65: live conditions (good) · 7 things to do within 15 mi
65Top-rated
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Cocklin Fish Farm
#2 Cocklin Fish Farm Good
14.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 73°F
Cocklin Fish Farm Camping Area in Iowa provides a serene camping experience with stunning views of the surrounding woodlands and freshwater streams. Nearby activities include…
Why 62: live conditions (good) · 5 things to do within 15 mi
62Solid
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Pottawattamie County Fairgrounds
#3 Pottawattamie County Fairgrounds Good
7.0 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 60: live conditions (good) · 4 things to do within 15 mi
60Solid
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Nishna Bend Rec Area
#4 Nishna Bend Rec Area Good
9.5 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 60: live conditions (good) · 4 things to do within 15 mi
60Solid
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Cold Spring Park
#5 Cold Spring Park Good
13.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 73°F
Cold Spring Park camping area is located in the state of Iowa and offers a range of amenities for campers. The campground provides well-maintained facilities, including picnic…
Why 60: live conditions (good) · 4 things to do within 15 mi
60Solid
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Lyons Park
#6 Lyons Park Good
13.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 73°F
Lyons Park Camping Area is located in Dubuque, Iowa and offers stunning views of the Mississippi River. Visitors can enjoy exploring the Mines of Spain State Recreation Area or…
Why 60: live conditions (good) · 4 things to do within 15 mi
60Solid
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Prairie Rose State Park
#7 Prairie Rose State Park Good
9.4 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 58: live conditions (good) · 3 things to do within 15 mi
58Solid
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Prairie Rose State Park West Campground
#8 Prairie Rose State Park West Campground Good
9.4 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 58: live conditions (good) · 3 things to do within 15 mi
58Solid
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Botna Bend County Park
#9 Botna Bend County Park Good
9.5 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 58: live conditions (good) · 3 things to do within 15 mi
58Solid
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Prairie Rose State Park East Campground
#10 Prairie Rose State Park East Campground Good
9.6 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 58: live conditions (good) · 3 things to do within 15 mi
58Solid
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Carson City Park
#11 Carson City Park Good
19.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 55°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 73°F
Carson City Park Camping Area in Iowa offers a stunning natural setting with its wooded surroundings and its proximity to the Coon Rapids Reservoir. There are 22 campsites…
Why 56: live conditions (good) · 2 things to do within 15 mi
56Solid

Camping near Walnut

The Walnut area has 11 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 Walnut

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