Top Glamping near Audubon, IA

Audubon is an ideal place for camping adventures of all kinds. Discover secluded campsites where you can reconnect with nature. Or maybe you like to bring your family and friends along. Either way, there are Audubon campgrounds just for you. Find the best campgrounds near Audubon, IA. Read helpful reviews and tips to find the perfect camping option for you and your crew.

Best Glamping Sites Near Audubon, IA (10)


Recent Glamping Reviews In Audubon

67 Reviews of 10 Audubon Campgrounds


  • S
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Anita State Park
    Sep. 19, 2024

    Lake Anita State Park

    Nice

    We only stayed here for the night but everything was perfectly fine. A little off I80 but not too far. Nice lake and incredible harvest moon the night we were there

  • Cire C.
    Camper-submitted photo from Pottawattamie County Fairgrounds
    Mar. 2, 2024

    Pottawattamie County Fairgrounds

    Overnight or Long Term

    We have been coming to this campground every year. They have recently open during the winter which is great because not many campground are open during this time. Steve is such a great guy who is always looking out for you.

  • RN P.
    Camper-submitted photo from Swan Lake State Park
    Oct. 21, 2023

    Swan Lake State Park

    Perfect

    Tented camped in late October, the weekend before closing.  I was only tent camper in the electric only sites.  If there was a tent only location, I didn't see it.  Those in campers that need water and electricity are regulated to gravel 'parking lot' sites.

    Beautiful park with playgrounds, swim beach, fisbee golf, paved trail, many fishing bars, and more.  

    Electric only sites are small and spaced out well.  Most have level drive perfect for sm camper or suv camping. Grass has slope, but I think you can find a good enough place for tent, I did.  Bathroom clean enough, I didn't use showers. I enjoyed the privacy of lake-front site J.

  • L
    Camper-submitted photo from Pottawattamie County Fairgrounds
    Sep. 6, 2023

    Pottawattamie County Fairgrounds

    Super easy I80 stop

    We made a one night stop as we traversed I80. Clean with shaded park like area. Electric, water and sewer available. Bathroom and shower were clean. But old style, so small and well worn.

  • T
    Camper-submitted photo from Des Moines West KOA
    Jul. 27, 2023

    Des Moines West KOA

    One of our favorites !

    Have stayed here several times, one of our grandkids favorite KOA's. Staff is one of the nicest and most helpful we've ever encountered.

  • R
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Anita State Park
    Jul. 24, 2023

    Lake Anita State Park

    Great Campsite and Location

    Great location, good facilities (shower, spigot with drinking water, restroom with flush toilets). Plenty of space in tent area - shade and soft grass. A bit noisy when I stayed (people playing loud music into the evening). Overall a good place to stay

  • Les W.
    Camper-submitted photo from Des Moines West KOA
    Jul. 18, 2023

    Des Moines West KOA

    Unbelievable !

    Stayed here for five nights attending a family reunion. First time staying at a koa and it was awesome. From the site service firewood and food delivery, to the location and people who stopped here in their travels. I will definitely stay at a KOA again!

  • Charity T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Des Moines West KOA
    Jul. 4, 2023

    Des Moines West KOA

    Very laid back

    QUIETEST KOA IN AMERICA. no hiway no traintracks or airport! Well kept.. bathrooms are a little scarce and WET.. but very nice little campground and VERY friendly staff.

  • Jeannie D.
    Camper-submitted photo from Spring Lake County Park
    May. 25, 2023

    Spring Lake County Park

    Family Tradition

    We love to return here every year! 

    Recently updated two-way fresh-fill/santiary dump station. There is Ice Cube Consessions and the skating rink from Memorial Day through Labor Day every year. Great long-term hosts really make this park feel like going home.

  • b
    Camper-submitted photo from Des Moines West KOA
    Nov. 19, 2022

    Des Moines West KOA

    Great Setting, Nice Campground

    Very courteous staff and clean campground. Pizza on site is excellent snd you can order it ahead for your arrival.

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Anita State Park
    Oct. 29, 2022

    Lake Anita State Park

    Control FREAKS

    Campground literally empty and our 2nd car could not sit at the camper??? Get a life!!! I swear they always find something to bother us about, we are done camping here!!! No room for a fire unless you want it 2 foot from your camper. Go to Little field or Hancock.

  • Shawn S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Des Moines West KOA
    Jul. 17, 2022

    Des Moines West KOA

    What can I say…KOA!

    Everything you expect from a KOA. Roadside Oasis, a place to rest a weary head, food, showers, etc. Cabins always help get you in and get out early without setting up camp.

  • Scott C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Des Moines West KOA
    Jul. 17, 2022

    Des Moines West KOA

    Wonderful Quick Stay

    Stayed here overnight while heading to Colorado. Extremely friendly staff, very clean site, easy check-in and points redemption, and tons of activities for the kids. We would absolutely come back to stay for a full weekend!

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from Des Moines West KOA
    Jun. 25, 2022

    Des Moines West KOA

    Perfect spot for our family layover

    What’s not to like? Clean, quiet, easy to setup. Perfect spot for our family to spend an evening. I’m sure it would also be great for a several night stay over.

  • Kimberly M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Spring Lake County Park
    Jun. 12, 2022

    Spring Lake County Park

    Nice park with much to do

    We were lucky and got a spot right along the lake. This park is peaceful (only slight downfall is the trains you can hear a bit-not too loud though). Bike/hiking trail, disc golf, kayak/paddle boat rentals, swimming beach, historic roller skating rink, playgrounds and more-something for everyone to enjoy! Close to Jefferson which has a great coffee shop and cute shops!

  • Michael H.
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Anita State Park
    Apr. 12, 2022

    Lake Anita State Park

    Big and Beautiful

    We loved staying there over the weekend.

    We got 2 electric only sites 129 & 130 for our tents. Good sized spaces. Clean latrines and park all around. A lot of timid wildlife

  • Taylor A.
    Camper-submitted photo from Spring Lake County Park
    Jan. 26, 2022

    Spring Lake County Park

    Family fun

    Very nice park you can pull your rig right up to the lake there is fishing and hiking. Can rent kayaks paddle boats you name this place is a nice quiet place to camp

  • Iris A.
    Camper-submitted photo from Des Moines West KOA
    Dec. 8, 2021

    Des Moines West KOA

    Now open year round

    Not too far off the highway. Office is open until 7pm which was very helpful as we arrived a little later than expected. We’ll kept, clean bathrooms with space heaters running to ensure they’re warm during the December cold. Would love to visit in the summer as they have a ton of fun amenities for kids such as a pool, dunk tank, gem mining, ladder golf, horseshoes, jumping pillow, water balloon wars, basketball and more. Don’t pay attention to the highway signs that says they’re only open until October, they’re working on updating them.

  • S
    Camper-submitted photo from Des Moines West KOA
    Oct. 12, 2021

    Des Moines West KOA

    Nice Enough

    Nice, clean bathrooms, food/drink available in their nice store. Fun outdoor toys for kids. Pool has historically been gross after 4th of July but there are new owners in 2021, maybe its improved now. Easy access from I80, good couple restaurants in Adel.

  • H
    Camper-submitted photo from Casey City Park
    Sep. 26, 2021

    Casey City Park

    Good for one Night

    This campground is part of a city park. It is far enough off I80 that you don't hear the traffic at night. When I arrived, I was the only one here. Later at night another camper showed up.  It was nice and quiet. Nice to have a grassy park to walk the dogs around. Not much to do here, but I only stayed for one night. The bathrooms were a little beat up, but clean. Best part, it was only $10.

  • Heather M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Anita State Park
    Sep. 20, 2021

    Lake Anita State Park

    good overnight

    Nice campground, clean, beautiful lake with bike path/walking trail around the entire lake. Not much to do in small town but fun for an overnight .

  • P
    Camper-submitted photo from Des Moines West KOA
    Sep. 11, 2021

    Des Moines West KOA

    Very nice facilities, not great atmosphere

    Very nice bathrooms, store, pool, etc as far as standard KOA amenities go. But very lacking on trees and very packed in. Site 31 is a “buddy site” and you are sitting on top of your neighbors with no privacy. It works pretty good if you actually have a “buddy”, but if you come alone it’s not private at all.

  • V
    Camper-submitted photo from Des Moines West KOA
    Sep. 7, 2021

    Des Moines West KOA

    A beautiful campground and nice staff

    It was such a nice campground we could have stayed there a few nights but our plans didn’t allow for a longer visit.



Guide to Audubon

Camping near Audubon, Iowa, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled weekend, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Hiking: Explore scenic trails at Ledges State Park Campground. One visitor mentioned, "The campground is well kept but busy in the summer months with it being a popular hiking destination for Des Moines locals."
  • Fishing: Enjoy fishing at Lake Anita State Park Campground. A camper shared, "We loved staying there over the weekend. A big lake close by to fish which I'm guessing is the only thing to do here other than walk the trail."
  • Biking: Check out the nearby trails, especially the High Trestle Trail, which is great for biking. One reviewer noted, "Great place to stay. Just a few minutes drive to High Trestle Bridge and right off the river."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the restrooms and showers. A visitor at Hitchcock County Nature Center said, "Even the pit toilets were spotless and didn’t smell."
  • Friendly Hosts: Many campers enjoy the welcoming atmosphere. One reviewer at Timberline Campground mentioned, "Marta and crew were so friendly and helpful!"
  • Spacious Sites: Campers love the roomy sites at Jester County Park. A camper remarked, "Numerous shade trees, gravel pad and room for our 20' trailer and TV."

What you should know:

  • Limited Cell Service: If you rely on your phone, be prepared for spotty coverage. A visitor at Ledges State Park Campground noted, "Cell coverage is terrible out here, and there is no WIFI to help keep people connected."
  • First-Come, First-Serve: Some campgrounds operate on a first-come, first-serve basis. A camper at Hitchcock County Nature Center reminded others, "Friendly reminder to bring CASH."
  • Seasonal Availability: Many campgrounds are only open during certain months. For example, Lake Anita State Park Campground is open from April 1 to December 31.

Tips for camping with families:

  • Playgrounds: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds for kids. One camper at Jester County Park mentioned, "The campground has a kids playground, hiking trails, Equestrian Center, golf course, and nature center."
  • Family-Friendly Activities: Choose campgrounds that offer various activities. A visitor at Des Moines West KOA Holiday said, "Gathering room on site and pedal car racetrack."
  • Quiet Hours: Respect quiet hours to ensure everyone has a good night’s sleep. A camper at Winterset City Park appreciated the "wonderful setting and quiet place to stay."

Tips from RVers:

  • Level Sites: Look for campgrounds with level sites for easier setup. A reviewer at Timberline Campground noted, "The pull-throughs near the front are level, gravel pads with grass all around."
  • Full Hookups: Opt for campgrounds that offer full hookups for convenience. A camper at Des Moines West KOA Holiday mentioned, "Large modern KOA with sites to accommodate all sizes of rigs."
  • Dump Stations: Make sure the campground has a dump station. A visitor at Hitchcock County Nature Center appreciated the "super clean bathrooms and hot showers."

Camping near Audubon, Iowa, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. Enjoy the great outdoors and make some lasting memories!

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    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular glamping campground near Audubon, IA is Lake Anita State Park with a 4-star rating from 24 reviews.

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