Marlin Fogle Rec Area near Diagonal, IA, features flat terrain with open spaces and scattered trees. Temperatures range from 20°F in winter to 85°F in summer. Nearby, campers can explore the expansive Nine Eagles State Park and enjoy the scenic views at Lake Icaria.

45 sites available year round. No reservations taken; 1st come, 1st serve basis. Dump station, water/electric hookups, picnic tables and grill, fire ring at each site. Sand volleyball, basketball court, 2 small playground areas, fishing. 100-year-old truss bridge with benches for relaxing with a view of the 44 acre lake. Two smaller ponds. Graveled camp spots. Fish cleaning station, boat ramp. No swimming, no wake lake. Bath/shower house open year round. Three shelter houses. Rent 6 consecutives nights, the 7th night is free.

Marlin Fogle Rec Area

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Looks like new facility.  Just to close together.  25 ft or so side by side 



Very close camp sites on hill   

This is a small but fairly well maintained campground. Spots don't have a view of the lake which is a little odd. And there's a town right there. Surprising number of people at the campground for this time of the year. All there is is electric and water and trash, but there must be at least eight campers here right now.

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