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"If you camp rustic, like I did, you camp right next to he upper Iowa river but don't worry because it's not too loud that you won't be able to fall asleep."
"This campground is located right outside of scenic Decorah and has trails for hiking or biking. Easy access for kayakers and tubers and walking distance to great breweries."
"Easy access for kayaking and tubing on the Upper Iowa River."
"Camp right along side the Upper Iowa River....80 foot limestone bluffs! Campground shuttles and rents canoes/kayaks."
$35 / night
"It can be a little confusing because the camping and mystery caves are a distance apart. I highly recommend going to the caves."
"We were able to do a lot of trail exploring and had a great time on the “scenic” cave tour. The trails were well maintained but difficult to understand in some places as signage was lacking."
$25 / night
"Gorgeous bluffs and river to camp right next to! Can’t wait to go back!"
"The camping sites also have large tall trees where a camper should be parked which causes you to park way to close to the fire pit."
$30 / night
"We stayed several weeks the price was very reasonable, honey wagon service was included ; riding/ hiking trails from campsite."
"Has playground community area fire pit and a structure built to cover picnic tables. atv trails. Turkey river right there was 20 feet from my site."
$35 / night
"Beautiful spaces of various size, a river runs next to it and they have duck races."
"Had a river to walk along and playground and animals for kids to enjoy. Staff were really nice and helpful."
"Beware, the office and bar/restaurant are located inside the barn. I say beware because there are barn swallows that nest on the outside of the barn. TONS of barn swallows."
"But the highlight is the location on the Root River. Tubing the river is the highlight here. You drop in one side of the campsite and an hour later pull out on the other side, So much fun."
"We brought are kayak with us and went down the Upper Iowa River Saturday and Sunday, if you are at this campground make sure you spend a day on the river."
TravelerGoing in knowing that there were pit toilets and no potable water, I did not have high expectations for this campsite. I was pleasantly surprised to find it very well maintained with spacious sites.
GuideThis park is beautiful. It’s as green as green gets. Lots of room. Only electric hooks ups at each site. They do have a fresh water filling station and a dump station. Well worth the $30 per night charge.
ScoutPine Creek Cabins & Campground offers a peaceful, scenic getaway with clean facilities and friendly staff. It’s a great spot for relaxing or reconnecting with nature. Just make sure to check availability early, especially during peak season, as it fills up fast like a popular enrollment window!
TravelerMy dogs favorite, including the dog swim beach. Not best for dogs not good with a busy place in the summer. Showers clean, firewood, elec on every site! Shade on most, stick to the outsides of camp for better shade.
ScoutBeautiful scenery, lots of trout streams. Our site was 48 and it was noisy with the highway there. Will go back just move more in ward
TravelerThese people are wonderful and accomodating.
TravelerDuring a cross country trip we were tired and looking for a place to rest. Found this campground it was clean. Nice bathrooms and easy access. Found a site paid on line.
RangerWe have stayed at this campground many times as we have traveled the "Avenue of the Saints." Highway 218. R Campground is just a few miles off of the saints highway on the south eastern side of town. Interior roads and sites are gravel, many with 50 amp full hook ups. Our favorite sites begin with "OB" for out back. These all have a view of the river. Not all of them will accommodate our 44" Blue Bird.
We have watched this campground grow from the beginning with yearly improvements and upgrades made. Laundry facilities and restroom/shower house on the grounds.
Don't miss the pedestrian bridge over the river, the walking/bike path that runs behind the campground and a casual lunch or dinner by the main street dam.
GuideWe had a reservation on the North Shore, but switched it to Whitewater when we saw the ice and snowstorms in the forecast.
Our site was large and easy to back into, all sites have a picnic table and fire ring. We had no cell service at our site, but 2 bars plus WIFI outside the visitor center. A water spigot was there, too, since the water and bathhouse are off/closed for the winter season. Firewood is available for $8 per bundle, you can pay by QR code if you have enough service. Or you can grab wood and pay in person at the other end of the park - a small shop is there near picnic areas and trailheads.
The wood was small pieces of mill offcuts, but it burned better that we expected, enough to warm up and to cook. It started drizzling, so we didn’t sit out by an evening fire. We think our bundle was oak. In any case, it was good, dry hardwood. It exceeded our first disappointing impression.
We had great weather our first day and saw few other people on the trails. It got colder and rainy and most of the campers left.
Overall, this was a great spot to get away into the fresh air. We’ll be back another time for fishing.
Camping near Cresco, Iowa, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are several campgrounds to explore.
Camping near Cresco, Iowa, provides a great opportunity to enjoy the outdoors with family and friends. With a variety of campgrounds to choose from, you can find the perfect spot for your next adventure!
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According to TheDyrt.com, Cresco, IA offers a wide range of camping options, with 137 campgrounds and RV parks near Cresco, IA and 5 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Cresco, IA is Pulpit Rock Campground with a 4.2-star rating from 17 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 5 free dispersed camping spots near Cresco, IA.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 5 parks near Cresco, IA that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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