Gravel roads wind through this county-managed campground where the Mississippi River provides both recreation and a constant backdrop of barge traffic. Located near Dubuque, Mud Lake County Park operates year-round with sites accommodating RVs up to 40 feet alongside options for tent camping and boat-in access.
Most sites sit on gravel pads with minimal shade, sharing pull-through configurations that provide ample space for larger rigs and tow vehicles. Electric hookups offer both 20 and 50-amp service, while water connections and a dump station handle basic RV needs. The marina and boat launch draw anglers and boaters, though David B. notes "the park is quiet except for the occasional train from the nearby tracks." Cell service runs moderate with AT&T providing better speeds than Verizon.
Campers report the park draws families, particularly during summer holidays when children use the open areas for play. The boat launch provides direct river access, while Grant River Recreation Area sits just across the water in Wisconsin for those exploring multiple locations. Sites closer to the water tend to fill first, leaving the upper areas with more availability and slightly more distance between neighbors.
The $21 nightly rate includes hookups, making this a budget-friendly option for travelers seeking Mississippi River access with basic amenities.
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Location
Public CampgroundMud Lake County Park is located in Iowa
Directions
Located 6 miles north of Dubuque off of Mud Lake Road. Travel north on Highway 52 until you reach the town of Sageville. A BP gas station is located on the corner of Highway 52 and Sherril Road. Turn Right on Sherril Road and take the next right onto Mud Lake Road. Brown county park signs on are located from Highway 52 north to the park entrance to help guide visitor to the park.
Address
22312 Golf Lake Road
Dubuque, IA 52001
Coordinates
42.6160003 N
90.70600028 W
Connectivity
T-MobileLTESome Coverage- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileLTESome Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
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
- Sanitary Dump
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 17 min from Dubuque, IA
- 1 hr 21 min from Davenport, IA
- 1 hr 29 min from Cedar Rapids, IA
- 1 hr 40 min from Madison, WI
