Ottumwa City Park

Ottumwa City Park operates as a municipal campground within the city limits, offering full hookups for RVs up to 35 feet and accommodating both drive-in and walk-in camping from April through October. The campground sits adjacent to a major road, though mature trees provide some buffer from traffic noise. Sites include electric and water hookups, with a single dump station serving the facility.

The park features an on-site fishing pond that draws anglers throughout the season. Stephanie S. notes the campground "has a lake you can fish at right in campground" and describes full hookup sites at $18 per night. Covered pavilions and a playground serve families, while walking trails connect to the broader park system. The Chief Wapello Trail provides additional recreation opportunities for hikers and cyclists.

Restroom facilities include showers, though reviewers mention the buildings show their age and shower heads run low in the women's facilities. The campground's urban location means easy access to downtown Ottumwa for supplies and dining, with grocery stores and restaurants within walking distance. Recent policy changes restrict tenting alongside RVs on the same site.

For a more secluded experience, campers can explore Ottumwa Lagoons located just north of the city park.

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Map & DirectionsOttumwa City Park is located in Iowa near Ottumwa

Detail location of campground
Public Campground

Directions

From Jct of US-63 & 34W, S 0.5 mi on Wapello ST (R)

Coordinates

41.01000023 N
92.43000055 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Site Types

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

Features

For Campers

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

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Water Hookups
  • Pull-Through Sites
  • 50 Amp Hookups
  • Big Rig Friendly

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A convenient urban campground with mature trees and affordable full hookups at $18. Campers regularly cited the nearby amenities and fishing opportunities, though some noted traffic noise and aging bathroom facilities.

Reviewed Sep. 5, 2021

Fishing on the lake

Campground has nice mature trees and lots of spots available. $18 for full hook up. What a deal. Has a lake you can fish at right in campground. Although it is right next to a major road, but also extremely close to downtown and anything you might need. Bathrooms were outdated and the reason this place got 4 instead of 5 stars.(could have been a little cleaner but they were old.) Shower heads were very low in women’s bathroom. I’m 5’8 the shower heads were at my chin or lower. They only have one dump site. But a wide variety for any size of camping. Along with playground and a couple bigger covered eating areas, but no laundry.

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Month of VisitSeptember
Reviewed Apr. 15, 2019

Camping in town

This camp ground is smack dab in the middle of town. But once you're inside the campground surrounded by others it's hard to tell. You do hear quite a bit of traffic but depending on where your site is, you may not see it. I was disappointed when after years and years we were told we can no longer have a tent on your site with your camper. We would have to have our family members camp in a different part of the park.

Month of VisitSeptember
  • Review photo of Ottumwa City Park by Desiree R., April 15, 2019
Reviewed Oct. 31, 2018

Nice location

nice Campground in the middle of town, close to stores and has nice walking trails. Has a pond to fish as well and across the street from the city park!

Reviewed May. 17, 2018

Busy but a good trail

Chief Wapello Trail is the highlight to this campground. Lots of traffic as ot is in the city limits. Facilities have been in good shape.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Ottumwa City Park have RV hookups?

According to TheDyrt.com, Ottumwa City Park has 50 amp electric hookups and water hookups.

What is the max vehicle length at Ottumwa City Park?

Ottumwa City Park allows vehicles up to 35 feet.

Are fires allowed at Ottumwa City Park?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Ottumwa City Park, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Is there cell phone reception at Ottumwa City Park?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is excellent coverage for AT&T, excellent coverage for T-Mobile, and excellent coverage for Verizon.