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Top Pet-Friendly Camping near Drakesville, IA

107 Reviews

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Best Pet-Friendly Camping Sites Near Drakesville, IA (49)

  1. Camper-submitted photo from Lake Wapello State Park Campground
  2. Camper-submitted photo from Island View Campground—Lake Rathbun

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    Island View Campground—Lake Rathbun

    6 Reviews
    23 Photos
    28 Saves
    Moravia, Iowa

    Overview

    Island View Park is located on beautiful Rathbun Lake, just nine miles northwest of Centerville, Iowa and 8 miles southwest of Moravia.

    Recreation

    The 11,000-acre lake provides a variety of fishing opportunities for any angler: Crappie, channel catfish, walleye and largemouth bass are most common. The prevailing winds on Rathbun Lake, also known as Iowa's Ocean, make it one of the best sailing lakes in Iowa.

    Facilities

    This large campground offers 187 family sites and one group site, all with electric hookups. Three group picnic sites are also available. Amenities include flush and pit toilets, showers, drinking water and a dump station. A boat ramp, dock, marina, playgrounds, and horseshoe pit are all on-site.

    Natural Features

    Rathbun Lake is situated in the gently rolling hills of the Chariton River Valley in southeast Iowa. The campground consists of open grassy areas dotted with trees. Bald eagles, white-tailed deer, Canada geese, wild turkey and other wildlife can be found at Rathbun Lake.

    Nearby Attractions

    The Rathbun Fish Hatchery is nearby, offering self-guided tours Monday through Friday year-round. Hundreds of thousands of catfish and walleye are produced here each year. Southern Iowa's only Off Highway Vehicle Park is just 20 minutes from the campground. It is located on the south bank of the South Fork Chariton River and encompasses nearly 125 acres in an abandoned rock quarry.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • RVs
    • Tents

    $50 / night

  3. Camper-submitted photo from Lacey-Keosauqua State Park

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    Lacey-Keosauqua State Park

    7 Reviews
    16 Photos
    25 Saves
    Keosauqua, Iowa
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
  4. Camper-submitted photo from Ottumwa City Park

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    Ottumwa City Park

    4 Reviews
    1 Photo
    1 Save
    Ottumwa, Iowa
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
  5. Camper-submitted photo from Honey Creek State Park Campground

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    Honey Creek State Park Campground

    4 Reviews
    18 Photos
    25 Saves
    Moravia, Iowa

    This recreation area is part of Rathbun Lake

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
  6. Camper-submitted photo from Waubonsie Trail Park

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    Waubonsie Trail Park

    3 Reviews
    10 Photos
    5 Saves
    Cantril, Iowa
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents
  7. Camper-submitted photo from Rebel's Cove Conservation Area

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    Rebel's Cove Conservation Area

    1 Review
    13 Photos
    5 Saves
    Centerville, Iowa

    Visit the Missouri Department of Conservation's website for more information.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Toilets
  8. Camper-submitted photo from Lake Darling State Park Campground

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    Lake Darling State Park Campground

    7 Reviews
    15 Photos
    30 Saves
    Brighton, Iowa
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
  9. Camper-submitted photo from COE Rathbun Lake Buck Creek

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    COE Rathbun Lake Buck Creek

    1 Review
    15 Photos
    9 Saves
    Moravia, Iowa

    Overview

    Buck Creek Campground is located on beautiful Rathbun Lake, just 9 miles northwest of Centerville, Iowa. Camping, boating, swimming, fishing, and picnicking are popular activities at this lakefront campground.

    Recreation

    The 11,000-acre lake provides a variety of fishing opportunities for any angler. Crappie, channel catfish, walleye, and largemouth bass are most common. Although power boating is also popular, the prevailing winds on Rathbun Lake, also known as Iowa's Ocean, make it one of the best sailing lakes in Iowa.

    Facilities

    This campground offers 42 sites with electric hookups. Amenities include flush and pit toilets, showers, drinking water, a dump station, boat ramp and playground. A marina and bait shop are located nearby.

    Natural Features

    Rathbun Lake is situated in the gently rolling hills of the Chariton River Valley in southeast Iowa. The campground consists of open grassy areas dotted with trees. Bald eagles, white-tailed deer, Canada geese, wild turkey, and other wildlife can be found at Rathbun Lake.

    Nearby Attractions

    The Rathbun Fish Hatchery is located near the main dam, and offers self-guided tours Monday through Friday year-round. Hundreds of thousands of catfish and walleye are produced here each year. Southern Iowa's only Off Highway Vehicle Park is nearby. It is located on the south bank of the South Fork Chariton River and encompasses nearly 125 acres of an abandoned rock quarry.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Standard (Tent/RV)

    $22 / night

  10. Camper-submitted photo from Bentonsport

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    Bentonsport

    4 Reviews
    24 Photos
    8 Saves
    Keosauqua, Iowa
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

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