Summary
Nearby points of interest include the Augusta Wildlife Area, Lake Odessa, and Geode State Park. This campground is first-come-first-serve and offers basic amenities such as vault toilets, picnic tables, and fire pits. There are ten primitive campsites available for tent camping, but no electrical or water hookups. The best time to visit is in the summer, with average temperatures ranging from 70-80 degrees Fahrenheit. The Lower Augusta Skunk River Access camping area is a great destination for those seeking a peaceful, natural camping experience in Iowa.
Nearby Campgrounds
Lower Augusta Skunk River Access
Welter Recreation Park
Upper Augusta Skunk River Access
Grays Landing
Geode State Park
Geode State Park Campground
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Skunk River At Augusta
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256cfs |
Big Creek Near Mt. Pleasant
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0cfs |
Cedar Creek Near Oakland Mills
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10cfs |
Des Moines River At St. Francisville
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1620cfs |
Henderson Creek Near Oquawka
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48cfs |
Iowa River At Wapello
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3820cfs |
Camping Essential Practices
Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
Respect Wildlife
Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
Know Before You Go
Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
Minimize Campfire Impact
Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
Leave What You Find
Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Related Links
Nearby Snowpack Depths
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FORT MADISON
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DALLAS CITY 3.0 SSE
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NEW LONDON 1.5 SW
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MISSISSIPPI RIVER
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DONNELLSON
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LA HARPE 0.7 E
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Longmeadow Park
Geode State Park
Dankwardt Park
Crapo Park
Starr's Cave State Preserve