Anglers and families gravitate toward Browns Lake Bigelow Park, where full hookups and lake access combine at a county-managed facility near Salix. The campground sits alongside Browns Lake with spacious sites that accommodate RVs up to 30 feet, though several reviewers note the area doesn't typically fill up even on weekends. Sites include water, electric, and sewer connections, with some offering shade from mature trees.
The facility centers around lake recreation, featuring a fishing dock, boat launch, and swimming beach without lifeguard supervision. Campers can access horseshoe pits, basketball and volleyball courts, plus a playground for children. Jay M. notes "numerous trees and sites are spacious," with lakeside spots available on a first-come basis. The modern restroom building doubles as tornado shelter and includes four individual shower rooms plus four handicapped-accessible units.
WiFi reaches throughout the campground, an uncommon amenity for county parks. The on-site host sells ice, bait, and soft drinks, while a rental shelter accommodates groups. Sites operate on a first-come, first-served system from May through October at $30 per night. Those seeking additional options can find places to camp near Salix within the broader region. Stock up on supplies in Sioux City, located 10 miles away.
Description
Campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis only. No reservations accepted.
The Woodbury County Conservation Board is pleased to announce that Brown’s Lake-Bigelow Park near Salix, Iowa, will be reopening a portion of the campground on Wednesday, June 29th. The campground has been redesigned with new concrete roads, larger campsites, and full hook-ups (electric, water and sewer) at each site. Nineteen of the 29 sites will be opened initially, with the remaining sites to be opened as soon as conditions allow. The new camping rates will be $30 per night. Camping coupon books good for seven nights may be purchased for $180. Previously purchased camping coupons will be honored. All campsites are first-come, first-served and cannot be reserved in advance.
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Map & DirectionsBrowns Lake Bigelow Park Woodbury County Park is located in Iowa near Salix
Directions
From I-29 (Salix exit): Go 2 mi W on county road.
Address
722 Bigelow Park Road
Salix, IA 51052
Coordinates
42.30610404 N
96.327366 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile is introducing T-Satellite to extend coverage in the outdoors
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AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 5/11/26
Connectivity
T-Mobile is introducing T-Satellite to extend coverage in the outdoors- T-MobileLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 5/11/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 5/11/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 5/11/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
Drive Time
- 10 min from Sioux City, IA
- 1 hr 9 min from Omaha, NE
- 1 hr 18 min from Sioux Falls, SD
- 1 hr 54 min from Lincoln, NE
