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    River Oaks RV Park sits just outside Ackworth, Iowa with 99 sites that accommodate big rigs and offer full hookups including 30/50 amp electrical service. Within 30 miles, Griffs Valley View RV Park in Altoona provides concrete pads with both 30 and 50 amp connections, water, and sewer hookups. The park maintains two laundry/shower facilities and offers propane filling on-site. Crow's Nest RV Resort in Indianola and Kellogg RV Park both cater to motorhome travelers with full hookup sites and are open year-round. "Sites are spacious with concrete pads, both 30/50 amp and full water/sewage hookups," noted one RV camper about Griffs Valley View, highlighting the well-maintained facilities.

    Des Moines West KOA Holiday in Adel operates from April through October with gravel sites that require some leveling. One visitor mentioned, "Gravel sites require some leveling. Not much privacy between sites nor shade." Most RV parks in the region feature accessible dump stations, though Lakeside Casino RV Park lacks this amenity despite offering full hookup sites. Cell service varies by location, with strong Verizon coverage reported at Des Moines West KOA. For those traveling with pets, most parks welcome four-legged companions, though Griffs Valley View notably prohibits pets. Adventureland Campground provides year-round access with a convenient location near both a theme park and casino, making it popular for RV travelers seeking entertainment options alongside camping.

    Best RV Campgrounds near Ackworth (98)

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      1. River Oaks RV Park

      5.0(2)10mi from AckworthRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "Nice size campground, sites have good spacing and full hookups that were installed with some thought."

      "We stayed here to go to the Iowa State Fair. It was easy to park here and catch a shuttle to the fair."

      from $45 - $60 / night

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      2. Griffs Valley View RV Park

      4.7(12)22mi from AckworthRVs, Tents

      "The campground very very well kept with spacious concrete pads, both 30/50 amp and full water/ sewage hookups. Two nice laundry/shower houses, one in the front and one in the back of the campground."

      "I came here once for a baby shower and then check the place out for RV camping you can stay year round you can stay for a week a month or a day and they have full hookup propane they have so many interesting"

      from $35 - $90 / night

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      3. Kellogg RV Park

      4.0(14)37mi from AckworthRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "Full hook ups and a fair price compared to most rv parks especially with good sam membership. No frills but adorably decorated."

      "The sites are mostly pull through with full service electric, water, and sewer. The only real issue is the constant noise from I-80 which is just to the south of the campground."

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      4. Lakeside Casino RV Park

      3.8(5)28mi from AckworthRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "All the spaces are pulled through. It is very clean. There is full hook up for water, electric and sewer. All spaces are paved. There are picnic tables scattered throughout the park."

      "The park was clean with level sites. The front desk person was friendly and helped me with my reservation. It was a close walk to Pilot for supplies."

      from $35 - $45 / night

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      5. Shady Brook Camping & RV Adventures, LLC

      3.5(2)34mi from AckworthRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "We looked at the other reviews and it talked about it being so close to the freeway, but we didn’t hear a sound. It was really in a good perimeter of trees and lots of shade and level camp spots."

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      6. lakeside casino resort and rv park

      3.0(1)28mi from AckworthRVs

      7. Crow's Nest RV Resort

      Be the first to review5mi from AckworthRVs, Cabins
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      8. Ted’s RV Park

      5.0(1)47mi from AckworthRVs

      "Terrific small town RV park in Iowa. Long, level pull thru's and back ins, playground, dog walk, DELICIOUS on site restaurant."

      from $35 - $500 / night

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      9. Lake Ahquabi State Park Campground

      4.1(13)7mi from Ackworth94 sitesRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "They have a beautiful lake and a beach. The water has minimal seaweed and great temperature! They have rentals for paddle boards, kayaks, canoes, etc, for a decent price!"

      "We entered the park looking for a walk-up spot and landed on Site 67 which was not reserved. The site was spacious with a big tree with good shade and cover if needed."

      from $25 - $38 / night

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      10. Grant Park (Warren County Consevation Board)

      4.0(10)8mi from AckworthRVs, Tents

      "Well maintained and quiet. Pit toilet. paved fire ring area and picnic table at each site. Can stay up to 14 days. Beautiful trails"

      "There are 10 beautiful campsites, all with new picnic tables, fire ring and cement pad so you’re chairs are actually level! The fire ring even has a grill you and flip over the fire to cook."

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    RV Park Reviews near Ackworth, IA

    508 Reviews of 98 Ackworth Campgrounds

    • Jennifer K.The Dyrt Pro User
      Aug. 18, 2026

      Kellogg RV Park

      Super convenient I80 stop over

      Great friendly hosts. Check in inside the gas station. Full hook ups and a fair price compared to most rv parks especially with good sam membership. No frills but adorably decorated. You got gas, snacks and great food and ice cream..what else could you ask for in a overnight stop. Laundry, shower house and bocce court. Bocce sets available to borrow from the gas station. Cute communal sitting areas one area with fire rings and wood available at the gas station. Yes its right off 80 and you will hear the traffic but with this incredible convenience we didn't mind. Felt safe and good vibes during our stay. Level and long gravel pull through sites and big rig friendly. Will definitely be added to our favorites list for I80 travels.

    • Renee H.
      May. 7, 2024

      Howell Station

      Large spacious campground

      Well maintained campground with mature shade trees. Gravel sites, a little bit of leveling required. Poor Verizon cell signal, no internet signal. Not much natural privacy between sites, but sites were well spaced apart. Paved trail nice for biking and walking. Fishing nearby and the Dutch themed town of Pella is a short drive and a must see. Bathrooms and showers were nice, clean. Handicap camp site and bathhouse available. Firewood for sale at front gate. The potable water available at the dump station was clear and good for drinking. Dump station is easily accessible. Dumpsters were positioned around the campground. Staff was friendly. The night we stayed, there was a severe weather threat, and the staff, at the end of the night, had unlocked the storm shelters (utility area in the middle of the bathhouses) should the need arise. We ended up having to seek shelter because of a tornado warning.

    • H
      Aug. 20, 2018

      Prairie Flower Recreation Area

      Fantastic Space and View!

      This quickly became one of our favorite close to home spots. Sites are large and there is plenty of space between sites. We had a concrete pad with a picnic table and fire pit with grill grate. Most are back in sites, but once settled we had a gorgeous view of the lake and sunsets. Restrooms were clean and dump stations were easily accessible. This is now our go to spot when we want to camp but stay close to home!

    • DThe Dyrt Pro User
      Oct. 18, 2023

      Lakeside Co Park

      Nice lake, but run down campsites.

      First, there is no dump station! All sites have water and electricity with 20, 30, and 60 amp plugs. The sites are 20 dollars. The campsites located near the entrance are pull-through but need maintenance. The campsites along the lake will support short to medium length RVs or trailers, and all are back in. As of this posting, all are not level and in poor condition. The city of Huneston, Iowa is a few minutes away and has several gas stations and a grocery store.

    • J
      Dec. 14, 2021

      Jester County Park

      Nice, Quiet CG

      Nice CG located on the North end of Saylorville Reservoir. Camped in the upper CG site#145. Numerous shade trees, gravel pad and room for our 20' trailer and TV. CG has a kids playground, hiking trails, Equestrian Center, golf course and nature center. Plenty to do with the city of Ankeny just 15 minutes away. CG was fairly empty until around Thursday and filled on the weekend. Seniors can get$5 off per day of their reservation. Dump station is at the entrance of the CG. We camped at Jester Park in a Travel Trailer.

    • Jason F.
      Jun. 14, 2022

      Walnut Woods State Park Campground

      Comfortable Camping Convenient To Des Moines

      Walnut Woods is conveniently located 25 minutes outside of downtown Des Moines. Sites are paved and mostly level, although we did have to throw a couple of blocks under one side of our TT tires. Most sites feature 20/30/50 electric, a fire ring and a picnic table. Some also have water and sewer hookups. Sites are relatively small and close together, so get comfortable looking into your neighbors’ site/camper depending on how your site is oriented. The road around the campground is paved, but very narrow. We had to ask our neighbor across the street to temporarily move their tow vehicle so that we’d have adequate room to back into our site.

      There is a bathroom, trash dumpsters, and a dump station with both potable and tank cleanout water spigots. There are trail heads near the campground that follow along the raccoon river for almost 2 miles. It was very muddy when we camped here, so we had to turn around about 1.5 miles into our hike and backtrack due to an impassible area.

      3 bars of T-Mobile and 2 bars of AT&T were more than sufficient for internet browsing and streaming.

    • A
      Apr. 3, 2022

      Adventureland Campground

      Parking more than camping

      I stayed at Adventureland for the summer months and had no issues. The staff was very helpful, plenty of laundry/restrooms throughout the campground and pretty clean overall. Concrete pads with full hook ups (30/50 amp, water and sewage) make setting up quick. Tent camping is an option in the back of the campground. Nature is not really the draw of this campground, convenience is more the approach. With a theme park on one side and a casino on the other, both in walking distance. It’s more of a park and party place hahaha

    • D
      May. 27, 2023

      Rock Creek State Park Campground

      Nice Campground with a Lake

      No wake lake. Boat and kayak rental and a small store with basic necessities. Campground has some 30 amp and some 50 amp sites. New playground for the kids. Clean facilities.

    • Renee H.
      May. 23, 2024

      Des Moines West KOA Holiday

      Nice modern KOA

      Large modern KOA with sites to accommodate all sizes of rigs and also tent campers. Gravel sites require some leveling. Not much privacy between sites nor shade. Bathhouses were clean and private. Laundry available. Off leash dog area available. Convenient to John Wayne’s birthplace and covered bridges of Madison County. Bulk propane tanks were on site for winter campers. Camper cabins available. Small store with Hunt Brothers pizza to order. Gathering room on site and pedal car racetrack. Verizon cell signal was good. Garbage dumpster and dump station on site.

    Guide to Ackworth

    RV campgrounds around Ackworth, Iowa sit within the rolling hills and farmland of central Iowa where elevations range from 800 to 950 feet above sea level. The area experiences four distinct seasons with hot summers that often exceed 85°F and cold winters that regularly dip below freezing. Most campgrounds in this region remain open from April through October, though several offer year-round access for winter camping enthusiasts.

    What to do

    Fishing opportunities: Lake Ahquabi State Park Campground offers excellent fishing with minimal aquatic vegetation. "The water has minimal seaweed and great temperature! They have rentals for paddle boards, kayaks, canoes, etc, for a decent price!" reports Jennifer M.

    Historical exploration: Visit the Native American burial mounds near Hickory Hills Park. "This is a great little park just east of New Virginia, Iowa... The hiking trails are pretty easy going through the forest and then opening up next to old Native American burial mounds," notes Matt S.

    Biking trails: The Chichaqua Valley Trail runs for 25 miles near several campgrounds. "Nicely paved 25 mile long biking and walking Chichaqua Valley Trail runs right between the campground and the campground office," explains Anthony W.

    What campers like

    Clean facilities: Campers consistently mention the cleanliness of bathrooms and showers at Griffs Valley View RV Park. "Bathrooms are immaculate. Large community center, gym, and laundry facilities on site," writes Jo E.

    Quiet environment: Many visitors appreciate the peaceful setting at River Oaks RV Park. "Made a quick trip here to see how the new puppy likes camping. Nice size campground, sites have good spacing and full hookups that were installed with some thought," says Jim C.

    Good spacing: Shady Brook Camping provides adequate distance between sites. "We looked at the other reviews and it talked about it being so close to the freeway, but we didn't hear a sound. It was really in a good perimeter of trees and lots of shade and level camp spots," mentions Lee D.

    What you should know

    Operating seasons: Several campgrounds remain open year-round, including Kellogg RV Park. "Open year around. Nice large sites and no need to unhook. Clean rv park with easy access to 1-80," states Carrie S.

    Weather considerations: Winter camping requires preparation. "Spent the winter here, they are very good at keeping snow and ice under control," reports a camper at Griffs Valley View.

    Reservation needs: Popular times fill quickly. "The voicemail said it was fully booked from May until September. Good thing we got through because they found us a site for the night," explains Mike M. about availability at Griffs Valley View.

    Tips for camping with families

    Swimming options: Lake Ahquabi State Park Campground provides family-friendly swimming. "They have a beautiful lake and a beach. The water has minimal seaweed and great temperature!" Jennifer M. writes.

    Entertainment proximity: Staying near attractions saves travel time. "We stayed here to go to the Iowa State Fair. It was easy to park here and catch a shuttle to the fair," notes Brenda B. about River Oaks RV Park.

    Trail difficulty: Most hiking trails suit children. "The hiking trails are pretty easy going through the forest and then opening up next to old Native American burial mounds. This is really a great place to pitch a tent," describes Matt S. about Hickory Hills Park.

    Tips from RVers

    Site leveling: Check if your site requires leveling blocks. "Sites have good spacing and full hookups that were installed with some thought. Only used one stinky slinky, could have hooked up water with a 6' hose, and the electrical was near the back of the site. Sites are gravel and it looked like most campers had to use blocks," advises Jim C. about River Oaks RV Park.

    Hook-up configurations: Pay attention to utility placement. "The sites are a nice size and have hookups for everything. There is a recreational building and bathroom facilities to use as well," mentions Willy W. about Adventureland Campground.

    Concrete pads: Several RV campgrounds near Ackworth feature concrete pads. "Campground is very well kept with spacious concrete pads, both 30/50 amp and full water/sewage hookups," explains a reviewer at Griffs Valley View.

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