Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Bedford, IA

Are you planning a camping trip to Bedford with your dog? We've got you covered. Find the best sites near Bedford where you bring your dog and enjoy a scenic view. Each pet-friendly spot offers quick access to one or more of Bedford's most popular destinations.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Bedford, IA (33)

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Recent Dog-Friendly Reviews in Bedford

91 Reviews of 33 Bedford Campgrounds


  • Samuel H.
    Camper-submitted photo from Charity Lake
    Sep. 27, 2024

    Charity Lake

    Perfect Place to Spend the Night

    I believe I counted 4 total campsites at this place, I was the only one here towards the end of September on a Thursday night.

    It is close to the highway and you can certainly hear it but it didn’t bother me, it’s kinda handy to have a place close to the highway when you’re just stopping for the night.

    Single vault style toilet. There is a dumpster also.

  • Laura W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Green Valley State Park Campground
    Aug. 23, 2024

    Green Valley State Park Campground

    Timing is everything!

    Pretty grounds with woodland coverage on all sides in addition to the lake. We visited in August and realized it was prime family vacation time before school starts up again, so a little crowded and noisy. Spots are pretty close together too. But the grounds are quite lovely and the facilities were super clean. We plan to go back when Autumn arrives, mid week. Bonus easy shore fishing access.

  • Donner N.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Charity Lake
    Jul. 3, 2024

    Charity Lake

    A treat of a spot

    Very pleasant spot with a few camp sites as options. Beautiful lake. Bathroom was rough, hole in the ground style with a gate for a door. But over all the site was worth it

  • Brian M.
    Camper-submitted photo from CAB Campground
    May. 21, 2024

    CAB Campground

    I gave 5 stars. There are no frills here!

    There are no frills here just quiet and the essentials, elec, water and sewer for $25/night. Great communication. If you're traveling near it's an inexpensive place to get some rest.

  • Danni A.
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Icaria Co Park
    Apr. 9, 2024

    Lake Icaria Co Park

    Beautiful Views

    This campground has beautiful views of the lake. The sites are very close together. Everything was very clean when we were there.

  • Sayler O.
    Camper-submitted photo from Mozingo Lake County Tent Campground
    Nov. 19, 2023

    Mozingo Lake County Tent Campground

    Early fall camp

    Came out to camp one night with my 5 year old. We stated on a friday night in October and the campground was not too busy at all.. maybe only 5 other groups there. Showers and bathroom were all fine, campsite was clean and well maintained. Loved that the tent camping sites were actually surrounded by trees, I see way to many tent campsites that are basically just in the middle of a grass field. There are walking paths and a couple of playgrounds around the lake close enough to walk to but far enough away they wont ever be a bother. Also if you like disc golf than this is the place to go, there is a brand new 18 hole course right next to the camp!

  • K
    Camper-submitted photo from Ross County Park
    Sep. 5, 2023

    Ross County Park

    Remote not used much - perfect!

    Nice out of the way location. 
    no services of any kind, there is a shelter house, and trash barrel. 
    nice place to get away from people

  • K
    Camper-submitted photo from Sands Timber Rec Area
    Jul. 13, 2023

    Sands Timber Rec Area

    Small, secluded, on gravel, single lane entrance.

    Just scouted, sites are within spitting distance of each other. Only 30amp, No dump facility. Could have a problem if you encountered another rig if it was wet. The lake looks nice. Cheap at $15.

  • Tammie C.
    Camper-submitted photo from Mormon Trail County Park
    Jun. 4, 2023

    Mormon Trail County Park

    Beautiful and secluded

    I stopped by for some research. I was only able to get cell service where camping sites 14-17 are located. These site are not shaded. The do appear to be adding additional sites in shadier areas. It's a beautiful spot with minimal people.

  • R
    Camper-submitted photo from Viking Lake State Park Campground
    Jun. 3, 2023

    Viking Lake State Park Campground

    Very nice park

    Mostly level sites with options for tenting or rv. Sites are primitive, electric only or full hookup. Several back to to the lake. The lake is great for fishing, kayaking or swimming.

  • R
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Binder Co Park
    May. 13, 2023

    Lake Binder Co Park

    Nice city park; reasonable price

    This is a 76 acre lake 1 mile northeast of Corning, Iowa. Electric sites are $20 a night or $800 for the season. There's a dump station and several water spigot. A bathroom with cold running water. There are also several portapotties around the lake. A fire ring and a picnic table at every site. We have seen people catching bass. Boats allowed with Electric motors only.

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Prairie Ridge Camping
    Apr. 23, 2023

    Prairie Ridge Camping

    Good overnight

    This appears to be a new campground with full hookups and drive thru’s. Well leveled gravel. Good scenery. No evidence of out buildings, showers etc. Very quiet.

  • Dylan H.
    Camper-submitted photo from Quail Ridge Campground
    Apr. 19, 2023

    Quail Ridge Campground

    Clean, Conveniently Located, Level Park

    Park has underwent a full makeover. Electrical, plumbing, surfaces all have been updated. Level, full-hookup, pull-through sites. First come first serve basis, always sites available unless if a holiday or abnormally buys traffic.

  • Jayson H.
    Camper-submitted photo from Ross County Park
    Apr. 19, 2023

    Ross County Park

    Ross Park

    Its not so much for camping. Its more of a day trip kinda place. Multiple ponds. People also go out there and shoot off guns on the upper pond. Personally..... I fucking love this place. One of my favorites to go fishing and drink a few....

  • Ashley F.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Prairie Ridge Camping
    Jan. 20, 2023

    Prairie Ridge Camping

    Family Owned Campground

    Ashley here with The Dyrt. We're happy to have this property on our platform. Featuring 12 RV sites and a camper rental, these's plenty of options to choose from. Book your stay and come back here to leave a review.

  • 1
    Camper-submitted photo from Viking Lake State Park Campground
    Jan. 15, 2023

    Viking Lake State Park Campground

    Starlink is hit and miss, lot of trees.

    Very nice and cheap. 8 for camping, 12 with electric and 18 full hookups. That’s a great price for the view. I will definitely be back when it’s greener. Verizon is 2 bars of 4g. And Starlink is only possible in select places, as there is a lot of trees. It’s January, so I chose my spot for the internet.

  • Tori K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Buffalo Run RV Park
    Dec. 27, 2022

    Buffalo Run RV Park

    Cute and quaint

    This campground is close to I35 and makes a great stop on road trips if you're heading south! Affordable and quiet.

  • Marla A.
    Camper-submitted photo from Eagle Ridge RV Park
    Oct. 20, 2022

    Eagle Ridge RV Park

    Great Stay

    Two hour notice! Super nice hosts and very helpful getting us settled in our spot. Very nice and neat Campground! We will definitely be back!

  • E
    Camper-submitted photo from Ted’s RV Park
    Oct. 4, 2022

    Ted’s RV Park

    Great rural stop!

    Terrific small town RV park in Iowa. Long, level pull thru's and back ins, playground, dog walk, DELICIOUS on site restaurant. Clubhouse with immaculate laundry and individual showers, everything is new and cashless. Outstanding staff, friendly and helpful, shoutout to electrician (and footbal fan) Eric who made o ur day.

  • Sean & Holly H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Eagle Ridge RV Park
    Aug. 1, 2022

    Eagle Ridge RV Park

    Perfect get away off the 35

    Small campground with available spot with 2 days notice. Peaceful sites. Grounds very well kept. Full hookups and friendly staff. One of the best experiences on a site close to the 35, but far enough away you wouldn't know it. Good wifi. If you're looking for a beautiful park, this is it!

  • r
    Camper-submitted photo from Mozingo Lake County RV Park
    Jul. 28, 2022

    Mozingo Lake County RV Park

    Nice and Quiet

    Lake Mozingo is near the College Town of Maryville, Missouri. My experience is limited, but I’d say it’s pretty nice here. And inexpensive. Concrete Pads with Power and Water at the Site but no Sewer dump, that’s Centralized in the Camp. There’s Lake access if you want. I like it here.

  • Opus 15 !.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Cold Spring Park
    Jun. 26, 2022

    Cold Spring Park

    Small 104 Acre Park

    This is a small 104 acre county park in central/west central Iowa. There are 26 electoral hook up sites and 20 primitive sites. Coat was $10 for primitive and $15 for electric. No reservations. Fist come first served. We pulled in around 3:30PM on a Friday and there were 6-8 electrical sites to choose from. (The place did fill up by Saturday morning though.) Sites are close together and there isn’t much privacy. The bathrooms are decent bathrooms with showers and over all the place was fairly clean. We just wanted a place to stay for a night or two on a pass through and this placed served the purpose. Not a place to visit if you are looking for spacious sites with a lot of privacy but it is a shady, well wooded park in the middle of nowhere Iowa If you need a place to stop for a night or two.

  • Nicole B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Icaria Co Park
    Jan. 23, 2022

    Lake Icaria Co Park

    Easily my favorite spot

    This is a very clean, lovely camp ground. The spots are spacious, and there are tons of options. In the fall we went and had no neighbors. It’s busy in summer, but well kept. They had people cleaning the bathrooms constantly (my mom kept pointing out, in awe, that it was “practically hourly”) which was great for tent camping with a large group! It’s quiet, beautiful lake, great boating, great swim spot, fun park for kids. Beautiful trees and hiking especially in the fall.



Guide to Bedford

If you're looking for a great spot to camp with your furry friends near Bedford, Iowa, there are several pet-friendly campgrounds that offer a variety of amenities and activities for both you and your pets.

Tips for camping with dogs near Bedford

  • Ensure your pet is comfortable with camping by taking them on shorter trips first, so they can acclimate to the outdoors.
  • Bring plenty of water and food for your pet, as some campgrounds, like Lake of Three Fires State Park Campground, may not have convenient access to supplies.
  • Always keep your dog on a leash and clean up after them to maintain the natural beauty of places like Mozingo Lake County RV Park.

Pet-friendly campgrounds include Lake of Three Fires State Park

Dog-friendly activities while camping near Bedford

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which is the most popular dog-friendly campsite near Bedford, IA?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Bedford, IA is Lake of Three Fires State Park Campground with a 4.6-star rating from 10 reviews.

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