Established Camping
George Wyth State Park Campground
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Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
The restrooms/showers and water will be closed Oct. 16 for the season.
George Wyth State Park Campground, near Waterloo, Iowa, is a solid choice for campers looking to enjoy the great outdoors without straying too far from city conveniences. With a mix of tent and RV sites, you’ll find plenty of options to set up camp, and many sites are conveniently located near the Cedar River.
This campground is known for its access to hiking and biking trails, making it easy to explore the surrounding natural beauty. Visitors have highlighted the connection to trails throughout the park, which is perfect for those who enjoy a good hike or bike ride. Plus, there’s a sandy beach at Wyth Lake where you can cool off or rent kayaks and canoes for some fun on the water.
Amenities include clean shower facilities and flush toilets, which campers appreciate after a day of activities. As one visitor noted, “The campground's shower house is handicap accessible,” ensuring everyone can enjoy the facilities. While some campers mentioned noise from nearby roads, the overall vibe is friendly and welcoming, making it a great base for exploring Cedar Falls and Waterloo.
Description
DNR - Parks
George Wyth State Park
George Wyth Memorial State Park is considered an "urban wildlife sanctuary" located between Waterloo and Cedar Falls in Black Hawk County. Visitors can "get away" from the busy metropolitan area and take advantage of a variety of outdoor activities in a very natural setting.
Concessions
Open Memorial Day weekend thru Labor Day weekend; 7 days a week, 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM weekdays, 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM weekends. Services include recreational rentals such as kayaks, paddleboards, canoes, pedal boats, lake floats, river tubes; concession snacks and ice cream, firewood, ice and fishing bait.
Additional information at www.maxxrentals.com
Location
George Wyth State Park Campground is located in Iowa
Directions
Located off of Hwy 218. Coming from the south follow Hwy 218 north and take Broadway Street/Waterloo Airport Exit and follow the signs. Coming from the north, follow Hwy 218 south and take the Broadway St./Waterloo Airport Exit, then turn right at the stoplight. The park is on the right. Coming from the west, take Hwy 20 east to Hwy 58 north, to Hwy 218 south, then take the Broadway St./Waterloo Airport exit, turn right at stoplight, and the park will be on the right. Coming from the east, take Hwy 20 west to Hwy 218 north, then take the Broadway St. /Waterloo Airport exit and follow the signs.
Address
3659 Wyth Rd
Waterloo, IA 50703
Coordinates
42.53280865 N
92.40182618 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Stay Connected
- WiFiUnknown
- VerizonFair
- AT&TUnknown
- T-MobileGood
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Showers
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 4 min from Waterloo
- 52 min from Cedar Rapids
- 1 hr 14 min from Iowa City
- 1 hr 25 min from Ames