Top Tent Camping near Corning, IA

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Best Tent Sites Near Corning, IA (7)


Recent Tent Reviews In Corning

178 Reviews of 7 Corning Campgrounds


  • Gudrun C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Adair City Park
    Oct. 16, 2024

    Adair City Park

    Convenient Spot

    No frills spot for an easy stop off I-80. Only 2 other campers the night we stayed. Great Mexican restaurant 2 blocks away.

  • 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

  • Deb M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Winterset City Park
    Aug. 31, 2024

    Winterset City Park

    Great city park on a cute town

    Nice city park campground close to lots of covered bridges and other things to see. The sites are pretty well spaced with lots of grass and some trees in between. It was a good value for full hookup sites. The bathroom was decent, and phone service was adequate. We just spent one night here on our way home from Colorado, but will be returning in the fall to explore more and see some colors.

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

    Green Valley State Park

    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.

  • Alika T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Adair City Park
    Jul. 31, 2024

    Adair City Park

    Awesome little campsites!

    $15 full power / $6 tents / $5 dump only. They have 110 power as well as regular hookups. Playground, tennis / pickleball courts, little zip line, and covered picnic area.

  • Thomas P.
    Camper-submitted photo from Beaver Lake Campground
    Jul. 9, 2024

    Beaver Lake Campground

    Simple for overnight

    This campground is on the side of a lake. You hear beavers at night, see rabbits are on the sides of the lot. We came late around 8pm and the owner helped us fill the form and pick our spot. The only drawback are the restrooms which were ok but smelly.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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!

  • Ryan S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Botna Bend County Park
    Sep. 21, 2023

    Botna Bend County Park

    Another great Iowa county park

    Iowa has many great county parks, and this one is no exception. There are three campgrounds in the park. The South campground, Middle campground, and North campground.

    The South campground is closed for renovations. I read they are adding full hookups to this campground. The Verizon signal at this campground is usable for calls& text, but internet speeds are slow. Streaming will probably work but a video call will probably not. 

    The middle campground has nice level spots, and a nice shower house with warm water. There are 4 individual bathrooms, each with a shower. This campground had about the same Verizon signal as the South campground- good enough for calls and texting.

    The North campground has grass sites with more space between them than at the other two campgrounds. This North campground does not have a shower house, but it has a two room bathroom with running water. The Verizon signal at this campground is a strong 5G signal with great speeds. I also tested T-mobile and AT&T at this campground, and they were plenty usable but no where near as fast as Verizon.

    There is a meat shop and a sports bar restaurant within walking distance from the park. The walk within the park is a long walk. From the North campground to the registration box at the entrance is about 1 mile.

    While at the park I saw deer, raccoons, turkeys, and a 4 inch caterpillar crossing the road. There are also bison and elk in a fenced in area.

  • 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.

  • 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

  • R
    Camper-submitted photo from Botna Bend County Park
    Jul. 24, 2023

    Botna Bend County Park

    Great Campsite

    Good facilities (flushing toilets, good shower, spigot for drinking water). Spacious and shady tent area. Quiet and peaceful. Friendly and helpful campground staff. Overall, a great campground

  • 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

  • Frank B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Schildberg Recreation Area
    Jul. 23, 2023

    Schildberg Recreation Area

    Hidden gem

    The trees at the campsites aren't mature enough for shade, but the ponds and trails more than make up for that. Full hookups, shower house and huge dog park are also onsite making this a Cass County hidden gem. Camp host is great and and you're close to old downtown.

  • Frank B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Botna Bend County Park
    Jul. 1, 2023

    Botna Bend County Park

    Love this place

    Love camping at Botna Bend. Been coming here for years as a Scouter and non-scouting. You can drop into the Nishna Botna with a fishing line or kayak/canoe, hike or check out the wildlife on site.

  • K
    Camper-submitted photo from Winterset City Park
    Jun. 21, 2023

    Winterset City Park

    Beautiful setting and quiet

    Wonderful setting and quiet place to stay. Beautiful views with quick access to Bridges of Madison County. Great hook ups and utilities!

  • Tammie C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Pammel County Park
    Jun. 4, 2023

    Pammel County Park

    I'll be back

    This is a beautiful park with lots to do and miles of woods to explore. AT&T cell service was excellent throughout. And camping fees are extremely reasonable. I didn't stay the night but will be back.

  • Tammie C.The Dyrt PRO User
    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
    Jun. 3, 2023

    Viking Lake State Park

    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.

  • Tammie C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Elkhorn Creek Rec Area
    Jun. 3, 2023

    Elkhorn Creek Rec Area

    Hiking and research

    I haven't stayed yet. I did take a nice hike though. It's beautiful and secluded with a small town not to far away.

  • C
    Camper-submitted photo from Prairie Rose State Park
    May. 25, 2023

    Prairie Rose State Park

    Maiden voyage in April 10-14

    It was a bit cold, lots of bad weather, but we found some great places nearby, a dutch windmill near by! Very cool

  • 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.

  • 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....

  • Jayson H.
    Camper-submitted photo from Wabash Trace Park
    Apr. 19, 2023

    Wabash Trace Park

    Coin "campground"

    Just a nice little spot behind city hall. Right next to the walking trail. If youre rolling through and just trying to find a quick little spot to post up and spend the night its perfect.

  • Cire C.
    Camper-submitted photo from Middle River Point
    Apr. 13, 2023

    Middle River Point

    One of my favorites

    This is a beautiful spot. Was an absolute blast staying at this place. We loved Corey and his buddies!



Guide to Corning

Camping near Corning, Iowa, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking to pitch a tent or park your RV, there are several campgrounds that cater to different needs and preferences.

What to do:

  • Fishing and boating: Many campgrounds, like Lake Anita State Park Campground, have great fishing spots. One camper mentioned, "Good fishing at the lake, and plenty of quiet spots to fish from."
  • Hiking and exploring: Trails are available at places like Arrowhead Park Campground. A visitor shared, "There were plenty of mowed trails to walk about which we enjoyed a lot with our dogs over the weekend."
  • Family-friendly activities: Campgrounds such as Des Moines West KOA Holiday offer amenities like a pedal car racetrack. One reviewer noted, "Gathering room on site and pedal car racetrack."

What campers like:

  • Clean facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A visitor at Timberline Campground said, "Clean bathrooms, beautiful property."
  • Spacious sites: Many campgrounds provide ample space between sites. A camper at Prairie Rose State Park Campground remarked, "Pretty spacious between sites."
  • Friendly staff: Campers often mention helpful staff. One happy camper at Victorian Acres RV Park & Campground said, "Staff was very helpful. Came in after office closed however got call from manager with very helpful directions to my site."

What you should know:

  • Reservations are recommended: Many campgrounds fill up quickly, especially during peak seasons. A camper at Pammel County Park noted, "If you don't reserve a site at the beginning of the year, you are out of luck."
  • Limited activities at some parks: Some campgrounds, like Lake of Three Fires State Park Campground, have fewer activities. A visitor mentioned, "There’s not a lot to do other than fishing and hanging out by the campsite."
  • Wildlife encounters: Be prepared for wildlife sightings. A camper at Viking Lake State Park Campground shared, "There are lots of deer in the area at all hours of the day."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Look for kid-friendly amenities: Campgrounds like Des Moines West KOA Holiday have features that kids love. One reviewer said, "Staff is one of the nicest and most helpful we've ever encountered."
  • Plan for activities: Choose campgrounds with nearby attractions. A camper at Winterset City Park mentioned, "Nice city park campground close to lots of covered bridges and other things to see."
  • Pack for outdoor fun: Bring along games and outdoor gear. A visitor at Lake Anita State Park Campground noted, "Plenty of space in tent area - shade and soft grass."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check site sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A camper at Timberline Campground said, "The pull-throughs near the front are level, gravel pads with grass all around."
  • Look for full hookups: Many RVers prefer campgrounds with full hookups. A visitor at Viking Lake State Park Campground mentioned, "Mostly level sites with options for tenting or RV."
  • Be prepared for weather: Check forecasts before your trip. A camper at Lake of Three Fires State Park Campground noted, "The trails are quite poorly marked and seem to only have entry and exit points at each end."

Camping near Corning, Iowa, has something for everyone, whether you're a family looking for fun or an RVer seeking a peaceful retreat.

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    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Corning, IA is Ross County Park with a 5-star rating from 2 reviews.

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