Mississippi River - Pools 11-22, IL is a great camping destination for adventurers of all types. There are tons of hikes and other fun activities to partake in. Experience some of the most stunning views that Illinois camping has to offer. Search nearby campsites and find top-rated spots from other campers.
$14 - $26 / night
"We could see multiple fire works shows if we walked around the campground with the neighbors across the street putting on a pretty great "amateur" show. "
"Still a two hundred foot walk and I am there.
Very clean. I was next to a vault toilet did did use it for a quick #1. Clean and did not have any foul smell.
Level cement pads."
$10 - $25 / night
"Lovely little campside with 19 places, rustical without electricity, dump etc. But got one waterstation and toilets. Every space with picknicktable and fireplace, surrounded by trees."
"Surrounded by cornfields, rolling hills and the Mississippi River, this park is tucked neatly away in Southeast Iowa. We've been here in all four seasons and each one provides a different landscape."
$25 - $26 / night
"Great campsite close to the bathrooms for an affordable price."
"Just off Highway 22 and runs along Mississippi River and railroad tracks. Shady sites, showers, 50 amp service, fish cleaning station, playground, and small amphitheater for naturalist programs. "
"The sites are very close to each other. The sites at Riverview and Silva both seemed smaller."
"Good campgrounds with trails including equestrian options, and water! Can rent canoes, kayaks, and pontoons! Bait shop, fishing, food options with town just a few miles away."
$22 - $25 / night
"Nice beach walk and next to a small town. Came in December to find they close the campground for the season but there’s lots of small lots to park overnight."
"Short walk to the beach. All sites are 50 and 30 you just show up pick a spot and go to the office. Camp host stays on site. Nice sized playground for kids. Plenty of room around campers."
$27 / night
"The host is on site plus a park ranger was frequently driving around to check on things. We were there on Labor Day weekend and everyone quieted down in the evening."
"This campground is located in West Lake Park about 5 miles from downtown Davenport. There are two campgrounds – Summit and Park Terrace. "
$35 - $50 / night
"Convenient location a lot of amenities and activities"
"Close to stores, and resturants. A casino close by."
"I had fun nice little get away from every one nature is everywhere compared to city I love it"
$20 / night
"Great fishing, near Fairport Fish Hatchery, and Wild Cat Den State Park."
"Watch for the entrance as it comes up quick and has you pull between the truck stop building and the BP gas station. There are several fast food places and a real restaurant inside."
ScoutClean campground clean bathrooms but there are planes and trains payed $30 for the night there is electric and water has pull thru lots right on the Mississippi river
TravelerClean campsites, trash and recycling bins, trails, fishing, boating, cheap sites with electric and water hook up for $15 a night
TravelerClean camping sites, fantastic trails and fun historic sites to check out
TravelerThis is our go to campground! We have stayed at this campground several times and plan to several more times! Half of the campgrounds is first come first serve, the other half is reserve only.
LegendThis campground is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers as part of an outdoor recreation complex around a large dam on the Iowa River. The reservoir behind the dam creates both the Coralville Lake alongside Lake MacBride which is a state park in a side bay. The recreation area also includes campgrounds and river recreation downstream of the dam, including a gorge of geologic interest that is filled with Devonian fossils exposed in the flood of 1993.
This review is for the West Overlook campground located on the lakeside upstream of the dam. This is one of the larger campgrounds at Coralville Lake, and is popular due to the large sandy beach, the modern boatlaunch area, and options for a variety of kinds of campsites in separate loops. Some of the loops are close to the lake or in various heights overlooking the lake, some loops are tucked into beautiful shady woods further inland. As a tent camper I chose one of the loops in the woods as the sites are larger and quieter and more spacious. All of the loops seem family friendly and pretty quiet even though pretty full. There are new modern bath houses with showers, and hiking trails all around. There is easy access to a nearby mountain bike trail complex, the state park, fishing, and boating. This seems to be a camping destination for a lot of folks in the area, but is also an easy stopover right off Interstate 80 for folks on road trips. It is also a nice and inexpensive basecamp for folks visiting Iowa City or the University of Iowa, only about a 15-20 minute drive away. My most recent time camping here was this month, May 2025, but I have camped here many times in the past as far back as 1964, and the campground improvements and recreation opportunities have just gotten better and better over the years. Its a popular location, so Spring camping is quieter; fall camping is also quiet, and the fall leaves are beautiful then.
TravelerThis is for the primitive southern camp site at lake macbride, iowa. Their is a modern campsite on the north side as well. This one is spacious, beautiful and peaceful. Two views of the lake, a modern bathroom and a pit style bathroom as well, no showers though. Plenty of wildlife, great for fishing, or just relaxing. The only cons: Shower house 8 miles away at north campsite, may need your own toilet paper as not always restocked quickly. Expect the usual run ins with raccoons, coyotes, and other wild life and guard your food from them. Pros: the view, spacious sites, peaceful, fishing
ScoutBeautiful, very large, clean, quiet, $20 for RV Campspot with electric, sewer dump at park entrance.
GuideBeautiful clean campground right next to the Mississippi River, Lots of Maple Trees, level concrete pads. Lots of people this weekend, but very quiet. Saw Canadian Geese with little goslings, such a nice treat.
ScoutWill steal your money faster than you can blink an eye. Was a member there for 5 years why I dont know. If you were not a part of the rich peoples club there you were treated like dog shit. I had a permanent spot out there possibly the nicest spot in the camp ground. was told i needed to make sure my dues were paid by May 1st I paid them by april 1st but yet was still removed from my spot saying I was late on my dues. Yeah go figure. can only guess what thats about. Then last year the club president was allowing under aged children to drink alcoholic beverages then after than he continued to get belligerent with those same kids he let drink and threatened to kill them, all while there were multiple board member out on the trail ride and witnessed that man threaten that kid did anyone do anything about it... NOPE. If everyone was smart they would stay the HELL away from that campground. All you will get there is a bunch of needless drama
Camping near Mississippi River - Pools 11-22, Illinois, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're in a tent or an RV, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from, each with its own unique charm.
Camping near Mississippi River - Pools 11-22, Illinois, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. Just remember to check the specifics of each campground to make the most of your trip!
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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Mississippi River - Pools 11-22 is Shady Creek with a 4.6-star rating from 16 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 6 parks near Mississippi River - Pools 11-22 that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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