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Top Tent Camping near Drakesville, IA

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    Lacey-Keosauqua State Park

    8 Reviews
    18 Photos
    25 Saves
    Keosauqua, Iowa
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Island View Campground—Lake Rathbun
    Camper-submitted photo from Island View Campground—Lake Rathbun
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    Camper-submitted photo from Island View Campground—Lake Rathbun

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    Island View Campground—Lake Rathbun

    6 Reviews
    23 Photos
    28 Saves
    Moravia, Iowa

    Overview

    Island View Park is located on beautiful Rathbun Lake, just nine miles northwest of Centerville, Iowa and 8 miles southwest of Moravia.

    Recreation

    The 11,000-acre lake provides a variety of fishing opportunities for any angler: Crappie, channel catfish, walleye and largemouth bass are most common. The prevailing winds on Rathbun Lake, also known as Iowa's Ocean, make it one of the best sailing lakes in Iowa.

    Facilities

    The 11,000-acre lake provides a variety of fishing opportunities for any angler: Crappie, channel catfish, walleye and largemouth bass are most common. The prevailing winds on Rathbun Lake, also known as Iowa's Ocean, make it one of the best sailing lakes in Iowa.

    Natural Features

    Rathbun Lake is situated in the gently rolling hills of the Chariton River Valley in southeast Iowa. The campground consists of open grassy areas dotted with trees. Bald eagles, white-tailed deer, Canada geese, wild turkey and other wildlife can be found at Rathbun Lake.

    Nearby Attractions

    The Rathbun Fish Hatchery is nearby, offering self-guided tours Monday through Friday year-round. Hundreds of thousands of catfish and walleye are produced here each year. Southern Iowa's only Off Highway Vehicle Park is just 20 minutes from the campground. It is located on the south bank of the South Fork Chariton River and encompasses nearly 125 acres in an abandoned rock quarry.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • RVs
    • Tents

    $50 / night

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    Ottumwa City Park

    4 Reviews
    1 Photo
    1 Save
    Ottumwa, Iowa
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Honey Creek Resort
    Camper-submitted photo from Honey Creek Resort
    Camper-submitted photo from Honey Creek Resort
    Camper-submitted photo from Honey Creek Resort
    Camper-submitted photo from Honey Creek Resort
    Camper-submitted photo from Honey Creek Resort

    5.

    Honey Creek Resort

    6 Reviews
    31 Photos
    4 Saves
    Moravia, Iowa

    This recreation area is part of Rathbun Lake

    • RVs
    • Tents

    $40 - $49 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Honey Creek State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Honey Creek State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Honey Creek State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Honey Creek State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Honey Creek State Park Campground
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    Honey Creek State Park Campground

    4 Reviews
    18 Photos
    25 Saves
    Moravia, Iowa

    This recreation area is part of Rathbun Lake

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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        McGowen Rec Area

        1 Review
        2 Saves
        Bloomfield, Iowa
        • Electric Hookups
        • Reservable
        • RVs
        • Tents
        • Showers
        • Drinking Water
        Camper-submitted photo from Waubonsie Trail Park
        Camper-submitted photo from Waubonsie Trail Park
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        Waubonsie Trail Park

        3 Reviews
        10 Photos
        5 Saves
        Cantril, Iowa
        • Pets
        • Fires
        • Electric Hookups
        • Reservable
        • RVs
        • Tents
        Camper-submitted photo from COE Rathbun Lake Buck Creek
        Camper-submitted photo from COE Rathbun Lake Buck Creek
        Camper-submitted photo from COE Rathbun Lake Buck Creek
        Camper-submitted photo from COE Rathbun Lake Buck Creek
        Camper-submitted photo from COE Rathbun Lake Buck Creek
        Camper-submitted photo from COE Rathbun Lake Buck Creek

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        COE Rathbun Lake Buck Creek

        2 Reviews
        15 Photos
        9 Saves
        Moravia, Iowa

        Overview

        Buck Creek Campground is located on beautiful Rathbun Lake, just 9 miles northwest of Centerville, Iowa. Camping, boating, swimming, fishing, and picnicking are popular activities at this lakefront campground.

        Recreation

        The 11,000-acre lake provides a variety of fishing opportunities for any angler. Crappie, channel catfish, walleye, and largemouth bass are most common. Although power boating is also popular, the prevailing winds on Rathbun Lake, also known as Iowa's Ocean, make it one of the best sailing lakes in Iowa.

        Facilities

        The 11,000-acre lake provides a variety of fishing opportunities for any angler. Crappie, channel catfish, walleye, and largemouth bass are most common. Although power boating is also popular, the prevailing winds on Rathbun Lake, also known as Iowa's Ocean, make it one of the best sailing lakes in Iowa.

        Natural Features

        Rathbun Lake is situated in the gently rolling hills of the Chariton River Valley in southeast Iowa. The campground consists of open grassy areas dotted with trees. Bald eagles, white-tailed deer, Canada geese, wild turkey, and other wildlife can be found at Rathbun Lake.

        Nearby Attractions

        The Rathbun Fish Hatchery is located near the main dam, and offers self-guided tours Monday through Friday year-round. Hundreds of thousands of catfish and walleye are produced here each year. Southern Iowa's only Off Highway Vehicle Park is nearby. It is located on the south bank of the South Fork Chariton River and encompasses nearly 125 acres of an abandoned rock quarry.

        • Pets
        • Fires
        • Electric Hookups
        • RVs
        • Tents
        • Standard (Tent/RV)

        $22 / night

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