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Beed's Lake State Park Campground

8 Reviews

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The water hydrants are now operational in the campground. The east shower building will open by April 25th. The West shower building will open by May 1st.

Beeds Lake State Park, near Hampton, Iowa, is a charming spot for those looking to enjoy the great outdoors by a picturesque lake. With a mix of tent and RV sites, it’s a solid choice for families and friends wanting to gather and soak up some nature.

The campground is known for its clean facilities, including well-maintained bathrooms and showers, which visitors appreciate after a day of activities. Many campers have enjoyed the scenic trails for hiking and biking, and the lake is perfect for kayaking and fishing. One happy camper noted, “Beeds Lake campground offers an opportunity to camp by a picturesque lake with a beautiful waterfall.”

While some sites are a bit close together, especially for RVs, there are plenty of tent sites that offer a bit more privacy. The area is also great for fishing, with some spots right next to the water. As one reviewer mentioned, “Great state park for a quiet weekend trip,” making it ideal for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle.

If you’re up for a little adventure, don’t miss the man-made waterfall and the chance to rent a paddle boat. Plus, the nearby town of Hampton has its own charm, giving you a chance to explore local attractions. Whether you’re here for a weekend or a longer stay, Beeds Lake State Park has a lot to offer for a memorable camping experience.

Description

DNR - Parks

Beed's Lake State Park

Beed's Lake State Park is a centerpiece of Franklin County. The park's beautiful limestone Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) dam is the most photographed dam in the Midwest. Access to the dam is on the east side of the lake. The causeway was originally built to store water for the raceway to the mill, which was located downstream from the current dam.

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Location

Beed's Lake State Park Campground is located in Iowa

Directions

2 miles west of Hampton on Hwy 3 and 1 mile north on S42 Or 7 miles east of Interstate 35 on Hwy 3 and 1 mile north on S42.

Address

1422 165th St
Hampton, IA 50441

Coordinates

42.76719487 N
93.23659828 W

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Access

Drive-In
Park next to your site
Walk-In
Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Stay Connected

WiFi
Unknown
Verizon
Good
AT&T
Good
T-Mobile
Unknown

Site Types

Tent Sites
RV Sites
Standard (Tent/RV)
Group

Features

For Campers

Picnic Table
Reservable
Showers
Electric Hookups
Toilets
Alcohol
Pets
Fires

For Vehicles

Sanitary Dump
Sewer Hookups
Water Hookups
Pull-Through Sites
30 Amp Hookups
50 Amp Hookups
Big Rig Friendly

Contact

General Info

Reservations

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Drive Time

1 hr from Ames
1 hr 2 min from Waterloo
1 hr 22 min from Des Moines
1 hr 50 min from Rochester

Dave M.

Guide

Reviewed Oct. 28, 2022

Poor Layout

Over half of the campsites are parallel parking. That means if you don’t know the person camping across from you, you’ll be staring at a stranger just a few feet away during your stay. Nice lake with a picturesque dam.

Month of VisitOctober

Kerry M.

Ranger

Reviewed Aug. 20, 2021

Camping by a beautiful lake

Beeds Lake campground offers an opportunity to camp by a picturesque lake with a beautiful waterfall.

There are many campsites to choose from. My only negative point for Beeds Lake is that the campground is very "campgroundy". Many of the RV sites are very close together, which is the norm in Iowa. However, there are a few on the outskirts that have a little more privacy.

Things to do:

Nice trails to hike or bike
Beautiful small lake, great for kayaking and fishing
Paddle boat rental available
Man-made waterfall
Fishing (lake and beneath the waterfall)
Enjoy the nearby town of Hampton

Month of VisitAugust

Cari B.

Traveler

Reviewed Oct. 6, 2020

Lovely campground and park

Very well maintained campground in a small but lovely park. Host was very nice and there were lots of open spots on a Saturday in late September. Loved our tent site with a short walk to the lake and clean bathrooms

Katie J.

Guide

Reviewed Sep. 8, 2020

Tent sites

Great state park for a quiet weekend trip. Tons of great tent sites, but it seemed like the RV spots were pretty close together. We stayed at #142 and it was the perfect tent location. Right on the water, distanced from our site neighbors, and a sandbar nearby for some fishing. The swimming beach was gross, but the hiking trail was great for an easy walk with kids.

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Chelsea G.

Guide

Reviewed Sep. 8, 2020

Labor Day weekend

This campground has a lot of mixed reviews on social media. We were a bit worried but I’m so glad we went.

The parallel parking was so much easier than we thought it would be. Not a huge fan of sharing the same outdoor space but it was manageable. It would be perfect for large family/friend gatherings as some where doing.

The campground was super clean and the bathrooms the cleanest I’ve seen at a state park.

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Jennifer D.

Traveler

Reviewed Jun. 30, 2019

Nice small park

First time at Beeds Lake. Easy access to most sites as many are parallel parking style. Lots of shade on the outer sites, plenty of tent sites as well. Camp hosts were available and helpful. This will be in our list of places to return to.

Lisa M.

Guide

Reviewed Jul. 14, 2018

Peaceful Beeds Lake

Grear area for camping. Beautiful park!

Emily

Guide

Reviewed May. 19, 2018

Great Variety!

Good variety of activites to do, with lots of camping sites- including some right next to the lake. We went tent camping and had a great time. Would recommend as a great fishing destination. Also very cool to see the Dam, with a great walking path.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to camp at Beed's Lake State Park Campground?

Camping at Beed's Lake State Park Campground can cost between $12.00 and $30.00 depending on the site.

Does Beed's Lake State Park Campground have RV hookups?

According to TheDyrt.com, Beed's Lake State Park Campground has 30 amp and 50 amp electric hookups, water hookups and sewer hookups.

What is the max vehicle length at Beed's Lake State Park Campground?

Beed's Lake State Park Campground allows vehicles up to 50 feet.

Are fires allowed at Beed's Lake State Park Campground?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Beed's Lake State Park Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Is there cell phone reception at Beed's Lake State Park Campground?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is good, AT&T is good, and T-Mobile is unknown.

How hard is it to get a campsite at Beed's Lake State Park Campground?

Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Beed's Lake State Park Campground. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Beed's Lake State Park Campground, try setting up a text message Alert at TheDyrt.com/alerts

Why is it so hard to get a campsite at Beed's Lake State Park Campground?

There are 137 campsites at Beed's Lake State Park Campground and over 80 million Americans who camp! Try snagging a cancellation by setting up a text message Alert at TheDyrt.com/alerts

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