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Best Cabin Camping near Denison, IA

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Yellow Smoke Park offers furnished cabins with water and electric hookups located near Denison, Iowa. These rentals feature picnic tables, fire rings, and nearby showers and toilets. Crawford Creek County Recreation Area provides cabins with access to drinking water, shower facilities, and campfire areas where visitors can cook meals. A review mentioned, "This campground was perfect for a small family reunion. We rented out their 3 cabins and had a whole area to ourselves." Nelson Park Crawford County Park maintains cabin accommodations with full hookups including water, electric, and sewer connections for extended stays.

Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Yellow Smoke Park operates from May 1 to September 30, while Prairie Rose State Park Campground extends its season from April 1 to December 31. Most cabins allow pets but require leashes in common areas. Lewis and Clark State Park Campground operates year-round for those seeking winter cabin accommodations. A visitor commented, "Very well kept, you must clean up after yourself - which should always be the case anyway."

Most cabins include basic furnishings but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Cooking arrangements vary by location—some offer electric hookups suitable for small appliances while others provide only fire rings with grills. Several campgrounds including Swan Lake State Park and Camp Crescent Park offer on-site firewood for purchase. Campers should check specific cabin amenities when booking as furnishing levels differ significantly between locations. Nearby stores in Denison provide groceries and camping supplies for longer stays.

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Best Cabin Sites Near Denison, Iowa (21)

    1. Yellow Smoke Park

    1 Review
    Denison, IA
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (712) 263-2748

    "We rented out their 3 cabins and had a whole area to ourselves. The kids could walk down to the sand and a bridge."

    2. Nelson Park Crawford County Park

    2 Reviews
    Dunlap, IA
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (712) 643-5426

    "I grew up swimming and camping at Nelson Park but moved away roughly 30 years ago. I wanted a weekend away from the craziness so chose to go "home" for my first solo trip in quite awhile."

    "Has a descent size lake good for kayaking and fishing."

    3. Prairie Rose State Park Campground

    17 Reviews
    Harlan, IA
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (712) 773-2701

    $15 - $50 / night

    "Reserved electric unit 090 for the weekend, which had a scenic corn field for a backdrop - this is Iowa!"

    "This park surrounds the whole lake and you can explore everything thing by trail or water. Lots of fishing and swimming, we went looking for wildflowers along the lake trails."

    4. Crawford Creek County Rec Area

    3 Reviews
    Ida Grove, IA
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (712) 364-3300

    "Nice cabins for rent."

    5. Swan Lake State Park Campground

    3 Reviews
    Carroll, IA
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (712) 792-4614

    "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."

    "We stayed one night, beautiful park! Great trail all the way around the lake, we took a bike ride around it was about 3 ish miles. Camp host was a gem. Bathrooms were very clean!"

    6. Lewis and Clark State Park Campground

    22 Reviews
    Onawa, IA
    42 miles
    Website
    +1 (712) 423-2829

    $15 - $50 / night

    "Well kept & family friendly camping in Iowa!"

    "Access to water close by. Large playground for kids. Campground host had firewood. Picnic table & firepit with grill rack in good condition. Nearby boat ramp to load kayak onto Blue Lake."

    7. Hitchcock County Nature Center

    30 Reviews
    Honey Creek, IA
    49 miles
    Website
    +1 (712) 328-5833

    $10 - $50 / night

    "The tent campsites are close together in the campground all of them have fire rings with grates. There is a vault toliet just up from the site."

    "Hitchcock Nature Center is north of Crescent, IA and just let outside Omaha, NE. A short drive from the city and you are in the Loess Hills that were explored by Lewis and Clark on their trek west."

    8. Arrowhead Park Campground

    20 Reviews
    Honey Creek, IA
    41 miles
    Website
    +1 (712) 485-2295

    "Our family and another family shared a primitive tent site near the back of the park. We were first and foremost impressed with the freedom we had in choosing our site."

    "Sites were gravel, with a picnic table, fire ring, and electrical hookup.  Our site was well shaded with trees."

    9. Camp Crescent Park — Black Hawk State Park

    1 Review
    Lake View, IA
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (712) 657-2189

    $16 - $50 / night

    "Many types of sites available from full hook to dry camping.   Some paved but most are gravel sites.  Utility location did require us to use a longer hose and extension cord to reach from our site.  "

    10. Loess Hills Hideaway

    1 Review
    Moorhead, IA
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (402) 551-0690

    "They have cabins and R.V. spots for sure. Owner is very nice and the bathrooms if you need them are clean and well maintained."

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  • Sarah H.
    Aug. 7, 2016

    Arrowhead Park Campground

    Easy Family Camping Near Omaha

    Our family and another family shared a primitive tent site near the back of the park. We were first and foremost impressed with the freedom we had in choosing our site. Tent camping here is non-reservable, but once you enter the park, you may choose from any spots containing a fire pit outside of RV loops. Tent sites range from lake-front, to playground side, to more private sites on the outer rim of the park. We chose a large, private site at the back of the park. This site was well maintained and had enough space to easily accommodate two families of four. We even had a picnic shelter all to ourselves. Our site was lined by woods and farmland and had a good view of a small pond. The night was full of exciting animal noises from both the nearby farm and pond. Vault toilets were a short walk away with clean shower facilities just a few loops away. The kids enjoyed riding bikes up and down gravel roads, looking for frogs, and playing on the playground. Canoe and paddle boat rental is extremely reasonable. Hiking trails near the park entrance are rugged. The staff was incredibly kind and easy-going, yet attentive. Just a short drive from neighboring towns, this is a good starter campground for families with younger kids. We hope to return in winter to check out the camping cabins.

  • Tarrah C.
    Apr. 5, 2023

    Hitchcock County Nature Center

    Beautiful Area

    The tent campsites are close together in the campground all of them have fire rings with grates. There is a vault toliet just up from the site. There are also a lot of hike in sites that are equiped with a fire ring, no bathrooms though. Tons of hiking trails ranging from hard to easy. Plenty of RV spots and they have cabins

  • N K.
    Oct. 11, 2020

    Lewis and Clark State Park Campground

    Clean & kid friendly

    Well kept & family friendly camping in Iowa! We were able to reserve an electric unit (#30) right off the lake and across the road from the large playground (~5 setups for different age groups). We could watch the kids play while getting food ready or preparing a line to throw in the water. Short walk to the very clean restrooms with flush toilets & showers. Will come back!

  • Pat V.
    Sep. 14, 2019

    Hitchcock County Nature Center

    Great outdoors close to the city!

    Hitchcock Nature Center is north of Crescent, IA and just let outside Omaha, NE. A short drive from the city and you are in the Loess Hills that were explored by Lewis and Clark on their trek west. The is a $3 day use pass or a $20 yearly pass available.

    This place has a lot to offer anyone. They have Nature education events, archery range, a handicapped accessible boardwalk trail, hiking trails, camping, etc. There are miles of trail available with backcountry camping available for $10 per night. RV camping is also available for $15 per night with electric, showers/bathrooms, picnic tables, fire rings, etc. They also offer a couple cabins for rent.

    The hiking is fantastic and offers something for every skill level. There are absolutely gorgeous views of the Missouri River valley below. All trails are marked and the a multiple different trailheads, many which start around the visitors center/tower Overlook. During the winter they even over snowshoeing events. It is really a nice place to get outdoors anytime of the year.

  • Kandace F.
    Aug. 30, 2021

    Springbrook State Park Campground

    Small town camping

    Electric sites, no reservations required I don't think. Nice bathrooms, 3 showers for the women's room with a family size shower. Nice playground, volleyball net, basketball court. Picnic tables and fire rings. No cell service down at the campground. You could call that a pro or a con! Really nice campground employees.

  • E
    Aug. 22, 2020

    Arrowhead Park Campground

    Quiet Campground

    Overall nice, quiet campground.  We reserved a site via the website, and were given our pick of sites once we arrived.  Sites were gravel, with a picnic table, fire ring, and electrical hookup.  Our site was well shaded with trees.

  • N K.
    Oct. 11, 2020

    Prairie Rose State Park Campground

    Peace & quiet

    Reserved electric unit 090 for the weekend, which had a scenic corn field for a backdrop - this is Iowa! Paved roads, level gravel sites, wide & mowed trails, clean pit toilets and a layout that isn’t too cramped. The pond has multiple shoreline fishing spots with picnic tables and a cleaning station. Basic playground in front of the beach which is a short drive or a ~1 mile trail walk away.

  • TThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 5, 2021

    Hitchcock County Nature Center

    Nice and peaceful

    Great spot for an overnight! Restroom is clean w/ pit toilet and tp. Wifi is only accessible in the upper area of the grounds. Site number 13 is the most cozy as there’s no one next to your rig. Firewood is at the right of the entrance. Potable water available!

  • S
    Sep. 19, 2021

    Lewis and Clark State Park Campground

    Short weekend getaway

    Nice campground. Very few tent only - mostly RVs/trailers. Washrooms basic but clean. Large site under trees with mix of sun & shade. Grassy area for tent. Access to water close by. Large playground for kids. Campground host had firewood. Picnic table & firepit with grill rack in good condition. Nearby boat ramp to load kayak onto Blue Lake. Many water lilies but sheltered at one end so good for kayak. Everyone seemed friendly though some folk stayed up pretty late on Friday!

Guide to Denison

Cabin camping options near Denison, Iowa include both rustic and modernized accommodations throughout the Loess Hills region. The area sits at around 1,300 feet elevation with a humid continental climate featuring hot summers and cold winters. Seasonal operations vary significantly among facilities, with some parks like Lewis and Clark State Park Campground remaining open year-round while others close during winter months.

What to Do

Kayaking and fishing opportunities: Crawford Creek County Rec Area provides an ideal setting for water recreation. "Multiple play areas for kids. Water good for fishing, kayaking and swimming," notes one visitor. The lake is suitable for beginners and experienced paddlers alike.

Hiking the Loess Hills trails: Hitchcock County Nature Center offers extensive hiking with unique terrain. "The trail system isn't huge because of the size of the park, but it has a lot of up and down and is a great place to practice backpacking or test new gear," reports one camper. The trails showcase one of only two loess hill formations in the world.

Bird watching at observation points: Wildlife viewing is exceptional at certain parks. "When your done with your hiking, climb up to the top of the towering platform and bring your binoculars to checkout the visiting hawks and occasional eagle," recommends a Hitchcock visitor. Spring and fall migrations bring diverse bird species.

What Campers Like

Clean facilities throughout the region: Nelson Park Crawford County Park maintains well-kept grounds. "The grounds and facilities at the park were in excellent shape even though many of the buildings were still the same ones that I had known from childhood," notes a returning visitor. Regular maintenance keeps shower facilities and restrooms in good condition.

Variety of camping cabin styles: Different parks offer unique cabin experiences. "The campground was perfect for a small family reunion. We rented out their 3 cabins and had a whole area to ourselves," shares a Yellow Smoke Park visitor. Cabin configurations range from basic one-room structures to multi-room units.

Historical attractions: Lewis and Clark State Park Campground offers unique historical education. "They have a great visitor center with amazing displays and exhibits that mark the history of Lewis and Clark and their travels around the area," explains a visitor. The park features a replica of Lewis and Clark's boat that occasionally offers rides.

What You Should Know

Reservation requirements vary: Some parks require advance booking while others operate first-come, first-served. "We camped here over the weekend, sites are pretty spacious and friendly camp hosts!" notes a Crawford Creek visitor. Weekends typically fill faster than weekdays.

Seasonal operation schedules: Prairie Rose State Park Campground operates from April 1 to December 31. "Stopped at Prairie Rose SP for one night on our way to South Dakota. Very nice campground with a large lake, and almost empty!" reports a visitor during shoulder season. Off-season visits offer more solitude.

Tent suitability varies by park: Not all parks accommodate tent camping equally well. "This state park camp site close to Carroll, Iowa was nice, but we were the only tent campers there, it seemed more like a permanent RV home site," reports a visitor to Swan Lake State Park Campground. Check with individual parks before booking.

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