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Camp John Schultz — Yellow River State Forest

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Camp John Schultz is located in Yellow River State Forest near the northeastern part of Iowa. The terrain consists of rolling hills and dense forest areas, providing a natural setting for camping. Temperatures range from lows in the 20s Fahrenheit during winter to highs in the 80s during summer, and nearby attractions include the Yellow River and Effigy Mounds National Monument.

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Location

Camp John Schultz — Yellow River State Forest is located in Iowa

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Coordinates

43.158408566670396 N
91.2496463804661 W

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Access

  • Hike-In
    Backcountry sites.

Site Types

  • Tent Sites

Features

For Campers

  • Firewood Available
  • Phone Service
  • Drinking Water
  • Pets
  • Fires

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Reviewed Jul. 26, 2022

Nice back country state forest site

Hiked into this Camp that includes 5 primitive sites: fire rings and benches. Lush dense forest with intermediate hiking including typical summer insects. Leave No Trace ethics include: minimizes fire impacts by gathering only dead, down, wood. Sounded by nature atop of hill hike near Fire tower ( only fire tower in Iowa), cell reception is found up here.

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  • Review photo of Camp John Schultz — Yellow River State Forest by James M., July 26, 2022
  • Review photo of Camp John Schultz — Yellow River State Forest by James M., July 26, 2022
  • Review photo of Camp John Schultz — Yellow River State Forest by James M., July 26, 2022
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Reviewed Jun. 26, 2018

Come a trout fish!

Awesome campground, if you require electric bring a generator. Water is available but needs to be carried in. we loved the lack of cell phone reception!

  • Review photo of Camp John Schultz — Yellow River State Forest by Kimberly W., June 26, 2018

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Camp John Schultz is a primitive camping area located in Yellow River State Forest featuring five rustic sites equipped with fire rings and benches. The campground has no electrical hookups (generators are required if you need power) and water must be carried in from available water sources. The sites are situated in a lush, dense forest environment accessible via hiking trails. Cell phone reception is minimal to non-existent, offering a true disconnect from technology. The campground follows Leave No Trace principles, including gathering only dead, fallen wood for fires. The hilltop location provides a nature-immersive experience with intermediate-level hiking trails in the vicinity. Typical summer insects are present, so bringing appropriate repellent is advised.

Are fires allowed at Camp John Schultz — Yellow River State Forest?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Camp John Schultz — Yellow River State Forest, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Does Camp John Schultz — Yellow River State Forest have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Camp John Schultz — Yellow River State Forest does not have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at Camp John Schultz — Yellow River State Forest?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is no coverage for AT&T, no coverage for T-Mobile, and some coverage for Verizon.