Established Camping
F. W. Kent Park
F. W. Kent Park, near Oxford, Iowa, is a fantastic spot for those looking to unwind in nature while enjoying a range of outdoor activities. The park boasts spacious sites with picnic tables and fire rings, making it perfect for cozy campfire evenings and sharing stories under the stars.
This campground features a beautiful lake ideal for fishing, paddling, and swimming, along with extensive trails for hiking and exploring. Visitors have noted the park's peaceful atmosphere, with one camper mentioning, “It’s a nice out of the way campground. Very quiet.” The well-maintained facilities, including showers and toilets, add to the overall comfort of your stay.
If you’re up for some adventure, the park is close to the Amana Colonies, where you can dive into local history and culture. With its vast grounds and scenic views, F. W. Kent Park is a great choice for a relaxing getaway or a fun-filled family trip. Whether you're camping in an RV or pitching a tent, this park has something for everyone.
Description
F.W. Kent Park
The Kent Park Family Campground was voted the BEST PLACE TO CAMP in a public opinion poll conducted in 2002 by the Iowa City Press Citizen. Best known for its secluded campsites, the campground features 86 electric (30 & 50 amp service) with pit toilets. Individual vehicle campsite pads are black topped and feature a picnic table and ground fire ring. Firewood is available for purchase and there is a sanitary dump station nearby.
All sites are $20.00 per night. No reservations are required for campsites; they are all on a first come first serve basis. Campground hosts reside on the site from mid-May through mid-September. Rangers periodically patrol the area. The park closes at 10:30 PM and opens at sunrise. Closing hours are rigidly enforced for your protection.
Location
F. W. Kent Park is located in Iowa
Address
2048 Hwy. 6 NW
Oxford, IA 52322
Coordinates
41.729375710078166 N
91.72749878784789 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Stay Connected
- WiFiUnknown
- VerizonFair
- AT&TGood
- T-MobileGood
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Pull-Through Sites
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 12 min from Iowa City
- 23 min from Cedar Rapids
- 1 hr 1 min from Davenport
- 1 hr 11 min from Waterloo