Twin Bridges County Park campground
Twin Bridges County Park
The campground amenities at Twin Bridges County Park include electric and water hookups, restrooms, showers, and a dump station. The park also has several picnic areas, playgrounds, and hiking trails for visitors to enjoy. The camping area operates on a first-come, first-serve basis, and there are a total of 45 campsites available.
An interesting fact about Twin Bridges County Park is that it gets its name from the two historic bridges that cross the Des Moines River. These bridges were built in the early 1900s and are now listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
The best time of year to visit Twin Bridges County Park is during the summer months when temperatures average in the mid to high 80s. Visitors can enjoy swimming, fishing, boating, and other outdoor activities in the park during this time. Overall, Twin Bridges County Park is an excellent destination for anyone looking for a peaceful camping experience surrounded by natural beauty.
What's on-site at Twin Bridges County Park
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Twin Bridges County Park, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twin Bridges Park Dispersed Camping | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Maynard City Park Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Maynard City Park | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Klocks Island City Park Campground | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Klocks Island Park | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Twin Bridges County Park -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey River Near Eldorado | 404 cfs | → |
| Wapsipinicon River Near Tripoli | 134 cfs | → |
| Turkey River Above French Hollow Cr At Elkader | 901 cfs | → |
| Wapsipinicon River At Independence | 561 cfs | → |
| Volga River At Littleport | 226 cfs | → |
| Turkey River At Spillville | 156 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Twin Bridges County Park -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fayette | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Postville 5.5 Ne | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Waterloo Municipal Airport | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Waterloo Snow | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Waterloo 1.9 Sse | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Cedar Falls 0.4 Wnw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Twin Bridges County Park
- Klacks Island Park
- Volga River State Recreation Area
- Hauth Park
- Wings Park
- Downing County Park
Boat launches
- Nature Road 14177, Fayette County
- Sunset Road Fayette County
- Canoe Road Fayette County
- County Highway B64 Fayette County
- Agate Road 10568, Clayton County
- River Street Clermont
Fishing spots
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- 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.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Twin Bridges County Park as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Twin Bridges County Park
Can I make reservations at Twin Bridges County Park?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Twin Bridges County Park?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Twin Bridges County Park.