Ranney Knob Area operates as a small, informal camping spot managed by Cherokee County Conservation Board along a river corridor. The facility provides basic amenities including a toilet, picnic tables, and trash collection, though designated campsites are not marked. Parking remains limited at this boat-in and walk-in access location.
River access makes this spot functional for paddlers launching canoes or kayaks, with camping fees set at $10 per night on a self-pay basis. The setup works best for campers comfortable with primitive conditions and flexible site selection rather than those expecting developed campground amenities.
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Map & DirectionsRanney Knob Area is located in Iowa near Quimby
Address
650 St
Washta, IA 51061
Coordinates
42.57500081 N
95.73100018 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileLTESome Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileLTESome Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Dispersed
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 41 min from Sioux City, IA
- 1 hr 47 min from Omaha, NE
- 1 hr 49 min from Sioux Falls, SD
- 2 hrs 14 min from Ames, IA




