Best camping near Winthrop
28 campgrounds · 28 ranked · updated 2026-07-13 · off-season
Explore the best camping near Winthrop, 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 28 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Buffalo Creek Area
Good
1.3 mi away
· Mild night · low 65°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 84°F
Buffalo Creek Camping Area in Iowa offers picturesque views of the surrounding hills and valleys. The area is ideal for fishing and hiking, with several trails that lead to the…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 21 things to do within 15 mi
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#2
Troy Mills Wapsi Access Dispersed
Good
9.4 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 85°F
Troy Mills Wapsi Access is a popular dispersed camping area located in Iowa. The camping area is surrounded by beautiful views of the Wapsipinicon River and lush greenery, making…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 27 things to do within 15 mi
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#3
Jakway County Park Campground
Good
9.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 65°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 84°F
Jakway County Park Campground is a picturesque camping area located in the beautiful state of Arkansas. Situated in Jakway County, this campground offers a range of amenities to…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 20 things to do within 15 mi
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#4
Independence City RV Park
Good
10.3 mi away
· Mild night · low 65°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 84°F
Independence City RV Park is a well-equipped camping area located in Iowa. The campground offers several amenities to enhance the camping experience. It provides spacious RV sites…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 22 things to do within 15 mi
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#5
Jakway County Park
Good
10.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 65°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 84°F
Jakway County Park is a popular camping destination located in Iowa. The campground offers several amenities to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable stay for campers. It provides…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 20 things to do within 15 mi
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#6
Buffalo Creek County Park
Good
13.7 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 84°F
Buffalo Creek County Park in Iowa offers 28 campsites for tent and RV camping, with nearby activities including fishing, hiking, and boating. The campground amenities include…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 28 things to do within 15 mi
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#7
Edgewood Campground
Good
19.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 64°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 84°F
Edgewood Campground in Edgewood, Iowa offers established campsites with picnic tables, fire rings, and RV access (no hookups). Reservations are not required—sites are first-come…
Why 86: live conditions (good) · 20 things to do within 15 mi
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#8
Fontana County Park
Good
15.3 mi away
· Mild night · low 65°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 84°F
Fontana County Park in Iowa offers established campsites with both electric and non-electric options—no dispersed camping. Reservations are not required; sites are first-come…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 23 things to do within 15 mi
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#9
Fontana County Park Campgrounds
Good
15.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 65°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 84°F
Fontana County Park Campground in Arkansas offers established campsites with picnic tables, fire rings, and access to pit toilets and potable water. Reservations are not…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 22 things to do within 15 mi
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#10
Boies Bend County Area
Good
6.7 mi away
· Mild night · low 65°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 84°F
Boies Bend County Area camping is located in the Ouachita Mountains of Arkansas. The area offers breathtaking views of the nearby Ouachita River and is surrounded by lush forests…
Why 83: live conditions (good) · 19 things to do within 15 mi
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#11
Lime Creek Area Campground
Good
17.0 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 85°F
Located in the Ozark National Forest, Lime Creek Area Campground in Arkansas offers picturesque views and easy access to nearby hiking trails, swimming areas, and fishing spots…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 28 things to do within 15 mi
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#12
Lime Creek Park - Brandon
Good
17.3 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 85°F
Lime Creek Park in Brandon, Iowa offers a serene camping experience surrounded by picturesque views of the nearby lake and lush foliage. The park provides access to various…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 28 things to do within 15 mi
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#13
Oelwein City Park
Good
17.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 64°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 83°F
Oelwein City Park camping area in Iowa is a picturesque campground that offers various amenities for campers to enjoy. The campground provides both tent and RV camping options…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 24 things to do within 15 mi
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#14
Three Elms County Park
Good
9.5 mi away
· Mild night · low 65°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 84°F
The Three Elms County Park camping area is located in Independence, Iowa, and offers a stunning view of the Wapsipinicon River. The surrounding area is also filled with lush…
Why 83: live conditions (good) · 19 things to do within 15 mi
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#15
Wakpicada Natural Area
Good
19.9 mi away
· Warm night · low 66°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 84°F
Wakpicada Natural Area is a camping area located in Iowa, offering a serene getaway amidst picturesque surroundings. The campsite offers breathtaking views of the surrounding…
Why 85: live conditions (good) · 32 things to do within 15 mi
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Camping near Winthrop
The Winthrop area has 28 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 Winthrop
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.