Campers arriving at Saude Recreation Area will encounter access challenges that require advance planning. This county-managed campground operates from April through October along a gravel road system, though vehicle accessibility remains unclear based on visitor experiences. One recent camper reported difficulty locating the actual camping area, finding only a driveway leading to a building rather than clear campground access points.
The facility provides basic amenities including drinking water and toilets, with both drive-in and hike-in access options listed. The open terrain setting offers space for camping, though the exact layout and vehicle restrictions need clarification before arrival. Campers seeking more established access might consider Adolph Munson Park to the southwest or explore other camping near Cresco for additional options in the region.
Description
Saude Recreation Area is a 75-acre area with playground, ball diamond, pit toilet, shelter, primitive camping, woodlands, and grasslands. There is a restored prairie on the area.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsSaude Rec Area is located in Iowa near Cresco
Directions
2 miles south, 3 miles west of Protivin at 1145 Stevens Ave.
Address
1145 Stevens Ave
Lawler, IA 52154
Coordinates
43.19500065 N
92.16100036 W
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Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
Drive Time
- 55 min from Waterloo, IA
- 1 hr 13 min from Rochester, MN
- 1 hr 32 min from La Crosse, WI
- 2 hrs 2 min from Dubuque, IA
