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Bigelow Park

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Gnats and mosquitoes are part of the experience at Bigelow Park, especially during late spring. Part of the Iowa River Trail system, this county-managed site costs $10 a night and has a good-sized parking and turnaround area. The dirt-and-gravel boat ramp makes trailering a boat difficult. Anglers, paddlers, and hikers exploring campsites near Hampton will find this a functional overnight stop along the river.

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Map & DirectionsBigelow Park is located in Iowa near Hampton

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42.556779000000006 N
93.39084700000001 W

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Russell T.

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Reviewed May. 30, 2026

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This little camp ground is part of the Iowa River Trail system. There is a good sized parking / turn around area. It was well kept and it costs about $10 a night and is in Hardin County.

The gravel road is fairly busy, but it could just be due to planting season starting. There were quite a few annoying gnats / mosquito's. There is a ramp for access, but it is dirt and gravel, so not something you can back a boat down in there easily.

I spent a night here and it was a pleasant experience, other than the flying bug annoyances.

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