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Little River Recreation Area

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Little River Recreation Area near Leon, Iowa, features rolling hills and open spaces. Temperatures range from lows in the 20s Fahrenheit during winter to highs in the 80s in summer. Campers can explore Little River Lake and enjoy activities like fishing and boating, with Nine Eagles State Park also nearby for additional outdoor adventures.

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Location

Little River Recreation Area is located in Iowa

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Address

190th St
Leon, IA 50144

Coordinates

40.76869776 N
93.77707355 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
    Unknown
  • AT&T
    Unknown
  • T-Mobile
    Fair

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group
  • Cabins

Features

For Campers

  • Market
  • ADA Access
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Showers
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • 30 Amp Hookups

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2 Reviews

Reviewed Oct. 28, 2022

Off the beaten path and very quiet

General: This small county park (16 electric, 14 tent sites plus three cabins) is not reservable which might be an issue on summer weekends but on a Sunday in April, was no problem. Including us, only three sites were occupied. The rates are very reasonable -$15 for electric, and $12 for tent sites. 

Site Quality/Facilities: Each site has a generous-sized picnic table and fire ring. Some sites are better than others, however. Sites 2 and 3 (both electric) are sloped down and the driveway is a bit overgrown. No physical separation between sites which when we were there was not an issue but might be when more crowded. Some of the sites have a direct water view but again, some are more sloped than others. 

Bathhouse: A short hike uphill from all sites but it was very clean when we were there. The showers also looked clean, but I did not use them so cannot comment on how well they worked. 

Activities/Amenities: Fishing! We saw a few boats on the water when we were there and there were two docks, one of them handicapped accessible. Swimming is not allowed but there is a nice day-use area not far down the road with a nice beach and picnic area. There are also horseshoe pits and a small but very nice playground. No hiking trails that I could discern. There was also a small little free library. 

When we were there, we appreciated the quiet, out-of-the-way setting. It is close to the town of Leon but we circumvented it on the way in and out so I don’t know what services might be available.

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Month of VisitApril
  • Review photo of Little River Recreation Area by Lee D., October 28, 2022
  • Review photo of Little River Recreation Area by Lee D., October 28, 2022
  • Review photo of Little River Recreation Area by Lee D., October 28, 2022
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Reviewed Sep. 11, 2021

Rv/tent sites on a big lake... Fish, fish, fish

Nice little campground 4.5 miles of the freeway...9 minutes away from a small town with stores that stay open till 9. A bait shop onsite, closes early. Most rv sites with power, walk in tent sites w/o. Rates are great $12/15. Showers and flush toilets onsite as well as cabin rentals, canoe rental and fire wood available. Downside is a lot of flying bugs...not really biting just annoying. The lake has a lot of fish in it I hear... Family friendly.

Site23 walk in tent on the lake
Month of VisitSeptember

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Does Little River Recreation Area have RV hookups?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Little River Recreation Area has 30 amp electric hookups.

  • Are fires allowed at Little River Recreation Area?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Little River Recreation Area, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Little River Recreation Area?

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