Government-managed RV parks and campgrounds in Iowa include facilities within the state park system operated by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources or Parks, as well as federal campgrounds on national forest, national park, and Bureau of Land Management lands within the state. Iowa's diverse landscape makes it home to a wide variety of camping experiences from desert sites to mountain and lakeside campgrounds.
RV Park locations are available in 31 cities across Iowa. They are spread across 26 counties.
Areas with the highest concentration of RV parks include Guttenberg, Council Bluffs, Mount Pleasant, often located near significant natural attractions, water recreation areas, or state and national park gateways that attract high volumes of recreational travelers.
RV travelers and campers visiting Iowa should research site amenities and hookup availability before booking, as campground facilities vary widely between primitive walk-in sites and full-hookup RV parks. Reservations for popular Iowa state park campgrounds typically open several months in advance.
RV Park by Cities
RV travelers planning a trip to Iowa should use Recreation.gov or the state park reservation system to check site availability and book early for peak season dates. Iowa state park annual passes and federal recreation passes can provide cost savings for frequent visitors and are worth considering if you plan multiple camping trips throughout the year.
Browse RV Park by county across Iowa to find the nearest location.