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Looking for the best Iowa walk-in camping? These remote campgrounds can be reached by walking in and offer the opportunity to enjoy the outdoors in a way you've never experienced before. Check out some of the best walk-in campsites in Iowa.

Iowa

The Best Walk-In Camping in Iowa

If you enjoy nature, try taking a walk-in camping trip near Dubuque. Walk-in campsites are a great alternative to traditional campgrounds, without committing to a backpacking trip. Find the best information on walk-in camping in Iowa, including sites, reviews, and tips for getting the most out of your camping experience.

Dubuque

The Best Walk-In Camping Near Dubuque, Iowa

Swiss Valley County Park

Miller Riverview City Park

Situated on 50 quiet, wooded acres only 2 miles from historic downtown Galena this campground accommodates all types of tents and campers and offer cabin rentals as well.



Palace Campground

Mud Lake County Park

Nelson Dewey State Park

The Worthington Sportsmen's Club Inc. is located approximately 3.5 miles south of Highway 20 on X47 (310th Ave) or 6.5 miles north of Highway 38 in Delaware County, Iowa open to members only.  Membership is open to everyone and an application is available via the website: https://sites.google.com/site/worthingtonsc2/membership?authuser=0

For the camper there are six 30-amp Electric camp sites (see Fees for cost information) at the front of the club, with primitive sites located around the pond.  If you prefer just spending time with family and friends in a beautiful setting we also have two picnic pavilions with playground equipment and a number of picnic tables and fire rings surrounding the pond.  

Camping - membership required, no non-member guests.  Electric sites are $10 per night.  Non-Electric site donations are appreciated.  Fees for camping can be sealed in an envelope and placed in the Yellow camping box in the camp ground.  Contact Tom Dunkel (563-590-2704) with any questions.

Camping is limited to 7 days unless approved by a Director.

Worthington Sportsman's Club - Members Only

Bellevue State Park

The 273-acre area is located along the South Fork of the Maquoketa River. The unique beauty of Northeast Iowa is very evident here with limestone rock outcroppings, upland timber, flood plain, wildlife, and panoramic scenery. Wildlife food plots are planted throughout the area to help wildlife survive harsh winters. Primitive camping is available by the river with restroom facilities nearby. This area is a convenient stop for canoeists traveling down the Maquoketa River.

primitive camping (walk-in or paddle-in, tent only)
pit toilets

Buzzard Ridge Wildlife Area

This campground offers both electric and non-electric sites as well as modern restroom and shower facility. All campsites are available by reservation only.

Maquoketa Caves State Park is one of the biggest attractions in Jackson County and is a great place for spelunkers and hiking enthusiasts. The caves in the area were formed after millennia of water erosion on limestone bedrock. This park contains more caves than any other state park in Iowa. The park itself covers 370 acres nestled among hardwood trees and high bluffs. With approximately thirteen caves, a great experience awaits you at this interesting and unique state park.

    Bird Watching
    Cave Exploring/Spelunking
    Dump Station
    Geological Formations
    Handicap Access
    Hiking
    Interpretive Exhibit/Display
    Modern Restroom
    Park Office
    Parking
    Picnic Area

    Playground
    Registration Building
    Restrooms
    Showers
    Toilet, Pit/Vault
    Trash Dumpster
    Visitor Center
    Water Hydrants
    Wildflower Viewing
    Wildlife Viewing

Maquoketa Caves State Park

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Jacksonville

The Best Camping Near Jacksonville, Iowa

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Des Moines

The Best Camping Near Des Moines, Iowa

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Cedar Rapids

The Best Camping Near Cedar Rapids, Iowa

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Davenport

The Best Camping Near Davenport, Iowa

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Sioux City

The Best Camping Near Sioux City, Iowa

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Waterloo

The Best Camping Near Waterloo, Iowa

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Iowa City

The Best Camping Near Iowa City, Iowa

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Council Bluffs

The Best Camping Near Council Bluffs, Iowa

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Ames

The Best Camping Near Ames, Iowa

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The Best Camping Near Dubuque, Iowa

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Lake Red Rock

The Best Camping Near Lake Red Rock, Iowa

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Rathbun Lake

The Best Camping Near Rathbun Lake, Iowa

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Coralville Lake

The Best Camping Near Coralville Lake, Iowa

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