Top Cabins near Dallas Center, IA

Cabin camping near Dallas Center is a great way to escape into nature, yet still have all the comforts of home. Finding a cozy cabin in Iowa has never been easier. The Dyrt makes it easy to find the perfect cabin rental near Dallas Center.

Best Cabin Sites Near Dallas Center, IA (22)

    Camper-submitted photo from Ledges State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Ledges State Park
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    Camper-submitted photo from Ledges State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Ledges State Park

    1. Ledges State Park

    39 Reviews
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    207 Saves

    Millions of years before the plains of Iowa were inhabited by the Sauk, Fox and Sioux peoples, much of the American Midwest was covered by a shallow inland sea. It was at this time that the area’s sandstone deposits began forming. Fast-forward to just 13,000 years ago, with the inland sea now long gone, Ice Age glacial meltwater raced across the dry plains, carving and scouring channels and canyons into the sandstone terrain. One of these canyons can be found in Iowa’s Ledges State Park. This 1,000-acre nature preserve and recreation area is located on a wide bend on the Des Moines River, and is just 40 miles north of the city of Des Moines. The park is subject to frequent flooding when the river breaches its banks, but is otherwise a popular year-round outdoor recreation destination. Visitors to Ledges can enjoy a variety of hiking, fishing and paddling opportunities, as well as explore a prehistoric river canyon that showcases nature’s ability to sculpt the landscape. The campground at Ledges State Park features 94 tent and RV sites situated among deciduous woods not far from the Des Moines River. Campers can choose from full-hookup, partial-hookup, or primitive tent sites. Most sites are back-in; only a few are pull-through for larger vehicles. Tent sites are located in both in the main camp area, and in a secluded walk-in area. There is also a youth group site. All sites are equipped with picnic tables, fire pits and cooking grills, and all have access to water faucets, flush restrooms, showers, and trash receptacles; a dump station is located near the campground entrance. The campground also features a kids’ playground, outdoor amphitheater, and is within walking distance of trails and picnic areas. Some roads and/or facilities may not be open or available in the winter. Reservations are accepted, however the park saves about half of the sites for first-come, first-served campers; sites are $11–$19/night.

    • Pets
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    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $12 - $18 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Jester County Park
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    2. Jester County Park

    27 Reviews
    45 Photos
    100 Saves
    • Pets
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    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $20 - $25 / night

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    3. Des Moines West KOA

    22 Reviews
    33 Photos
    44 Saves
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    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    4. Timberline Campground

    12 Reviews
    6 Photos
    43 Saves
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    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $40 - $80 / night

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    5. Winterset City Park

    12 Reviews
    28 Photos
    46 Saves
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    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $15 - $22 / night

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    6. Springbrook State Park

    9 Reviews
    42 Photos
    33 Saves
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    • Reservable
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    • RVs
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    7. Thomas Mitchell County Park

    11 Reviews
    57 Photos
    57 Saves
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    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    8. Spring Lake County Park

    9 Reviews
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    31 Saves
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    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    9. Sportsman Park

    3 Reviews
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    11 Saves
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      10. Cuttys Des Moines Camping Club

      1 Review
      5 Saves
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    Recent Cabin Reviews In Dallas Center

    170 Reviews of 22 Dallas Center Campgrounds


    • Pat F.The Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Don Williams Park
      Oct. 14, 2024

      Don Williams Park

      Quite and nice

      Very quite and nice campground, we camped on top of the hill in tents it was awesome view and potable drinking water next to camp, bathrooms and shower facilities was clean and nice

    • c
      Camper-submitted photo from Sportsman Park
      Sep. 22, 2024

      Sportsman Park

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    • 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.

    • George H.
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      May. 17, 2024

      University 40

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    • Amanda W.
      Camper-submitted photo from Jester County Park
      Apr. 13, 2024

      Jester County Park

      camping

      we love it here people are great price is Right Showers are hot every time it a WOnderfull place •to be .

    • mThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Thomas Mitchell County Park
      Oct. 14, 2023

      Thomas Mitchell County Park

      Nice campground although not too many spaces.

      Came in late, even though there were several empty spaces turns out they were reserved. Very nice camp host told us we could have a non-electric site, none of them were reserved. Bathroom/showers were clean.

    • Ben K.
      Camper-submitted photo from Thomas Mitchell County Park
      Aug. 28, 2023

      Thomas Mitchell County Park

      Clean and quiet in tent

      Spent 2 nights tent camping here. We stayed at site 4, glad I read reviews on here. I personally would not want to be in a site beyond number 7 as it gets too close to the dump station and subsequent “sewage lagoon”

      Shower house was clean, pretty quiet, and only 5 miles off the highway

    • 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.

    • Ashley M.
      Camper-submitted photo from Sportsman Park
      Jul. 26, 2023

      Sportsman Park

      Awesome

      Great camping sites! Can’t beat the price. Showers and toilets that were clean. Very peaceful. Best place we camped from Michigan to Washington!

    • 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.

    • 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!

    • j
      Camper-submitted photo from Timberline Campground
      Jun. 7, 2023

      Timberline Campground

      Wish we could’ve stayed longer

      Marta and crew were so friendly and helpful! Clean bathrooms, beautiful property. Close to hwy but far enough away. We called ahead to arrive after hours and had to get back on the road in the morning. Wish we could’ve stayed longer!

    • 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.

    • Jeannie D.
      Camper-submitted photo from Dolliver Memorial State Park
      May. 25, 2023

      Dolliver Memorial State Park

      Love Dolliver

      One of my favorite hiking spots! Camping here is comfortable enough. Sites can be a little squat in the middle loops, and no fhu. Antenna coverage is fine for catching your evening weather report, but cell service cuts out as you drive down into the park, and does not resume until you come back up and out. There's no wifi, and I'm not sure how satellite service would fare down here. Our Dish barely kept up with the antenna, so I'm guessing satellite's a meh. If you have anything you'd like to listen to or watch, download it before going in. But, honestly, the hiking is so good, it'd be silly to worry about much of anything down here. I rarely do.

    • Jeannie D.
      Camper-submitted photo from Ledges State Park
      May. 25, 2023

      Ledges State Park

      It's okay

      Great vibes. Camp's pretty far from the bones of the park, but the hike's relatively plesant. Cell coverage is terrible out here, and there is no WIFI to help keep people connected.

    • 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!

    • d
      Camper-submitted photo from University 40
      Mar. 1, 2023

      University 40

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    • K
      Camper-submitted photo from Shady Brook Camping & RV Adventures, LLC
      Feb. 26, 2023

      Shady Brook Camping & RV Adventures, LLC

      Interstate to close

      You could literally throw a rock from the entrance and hit a passing semi. Would be a possible extended stay for construction folks. Not for any peace and quite camping. Have never stayed at the campground, only scouted. So can't comment on operators, or residents.

    • Elza S.
      Camper-submitted photo from University 40
      Feb. 17, 2023

      University 40

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    • Jake C.The Dyrt ADMIN User
      Camper-submitted photo from Waterfront Cabin
      Jan. 25, 2023

      Waterfront Cabin

      Off-Grid Cabin by the pond

      Jake from the Dyrt here!  I had a chance to learn a little about this awesome cabin, they offer the opportunity to get off-grid and hangout on the porch overlooking a pond.  Check them out and leave a review on The Dyrt!

    • 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.

    • GThe Dyrt PRO User
      Camper-submitted photo from Timberline Campground
      Sep. 26, 2022

      Timberline Campground

      Beautiful forested overnight stay

      We called ahead to see if they had sites available that night. Arrived just before the office closed at 7pm. They were ready for us and escorted us to our pull-through full-hookups site near the front of the campground. This is a huge property but laid out in different sections that each have their own flavor. The pull-throughs near the front are level, gravel pads with grass all around. Other areas are forested and some are hilly. Full-hookups worked fine. We stayed in site 121, which faces an open grassy area backed by a little forest that echoed with beautiful wildlife sounds in the evening. There are no campground lights except at the restrooms, so it’s great for stargazing! The restrooms were good.



    Guide to Dallas Center

    Camping near Dallas Center, 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 and Boating: Head to Rock Creek State Park Campground for a relaxing day by the water. A camper shared, “Boat and kayak rental and a small store with basic necessities. Campground has some 30 amp and some 50 amp sites.”
    • Family Activities: Check out Jester County Park for a variety of family-friendly activities. One reviewer noted, “The campgrounds are great; the facilities are amazing they have airsoft ranges or tree ranges snowshoeing cross-country skiing.”

    What campers like:

    • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the restrooms and showers. A visitor at Lake Anita State Park Campground said, “Great location, good facilities (shower, spigot with drinking water, restroom with flush toilets).”
    • Spacious Sites: Many campgrounds offer roomy sites. A reviewer at Yellow Banks County Park mentioned, “Large spacious sites with a fire ring and picnic table. Cost per night is low.”
    • Friendly Hosts: Campers often rave about the helpful staff. One camper at Des Moines West KOA Holiday said, “Staff is one of the nicest and most helpful we've ever encountered.”

    What you should know:

    • Limited Cell Service: If you rely on your phone, be prepared for spotty coverage. A camper at Iowa Ledges State Park noted, “Cell coverage is terrible out here, and there is no WIFI to help keep people connected.”
    • Busy Seasons: Expect crowds during peak times. One visitor at Lake Ahquabi State Park Campground mentioned, “The campground was large but the DNR was helpful when finding our spot along with nice signs everywhere.”
    • Reservations Recommended: Many campgrounds fill up quickly, especially on weekends. A camper at Prairie Flower Recreation Area advised, “You must reserve these sites in advance.”

    Tips for camping with families:

    • Playgrounds: Look for campgrounds with kid-friendly amenities. One camper at Jester County Park mentioned, “CG has a kids playground, hiking trails, Equestrian Center, golf course and nature center.”
    • Group Sites: Consider reserving a group site for family gatherings. A visitor at Bob Shelter Recreation Area said, “The sites are well spaced. If we ever stay here again we would choose a site closer to the dam.”
    • Plan Activities: Bring games and outdoor activities to keep kids entertained. A camper at Lake Anita State Park Campground noted, “A lot of timid wildlife.”

    Tips from RVers:

    • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your site can accommodate your rig. A reviewer at Walnut Woods State Park Campground mentioned, “The pad was a little small but fit our camper fine.”
    • Leveling Gear: Bring blocks for leveling your RV. One camper at Des Moines West KOA Holiday noted, “Gravel sites require some leveling.”
    • Dump Stations: Look for campgrounds with dump stations for convenience. A visitor at Rock Creek State Park Campground said, “Dump station is at the entrance of the CG.”

    Camping near Dallas Center, Iowa, has something for everyone, whether you’re a family looking for fun or an RVer seeking adventure.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    • Which is the most popular cabin campsite near Dallas Center, IA?

      According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Dallas Center, IA is Ledges State Park with a 4.5-star rating from 39 reviews.

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