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Campgrounds near Duncombe, Iowa provide a variety of developed options for outdoor recreation in central Iowa. The area features several established state and county parks including Brushy Creek State Recreation Area with multiple campgrounds, Dolliver Memorial State Park, and Briggs Woods Park. These sites accommodate both tent and RV camping, with many offering electric hookups, water access, and shower facilities. Most campgrounds in the region operate seasonally from April through December, though Briggs Woods Park remains open year-round for campers seeking winter options.
The majority of campgrounds require reservations, particularly during summer weekends and holidays when sites fill quickly. Full hookup RV sites are available at several locations, with some campgrounds offering 50-amp service for larger rigs. Accessibility varies between the different camping areas, with Beach Campground and North Equestrian Campground at Brushy Creek providing more open spaces, while Dolliver Memorial offers more wooded sites. Cell service can be limited in some areas, particularly in the valley areas of Dolliver Memorial State Park. A visitor noted, "Cell service cuts out as you drive down into the park, and does not resume until you come back up and out."
Campers consistently praise the recreational opportunities available throughout the region. Brushy Creek State Recreation Area offers extensive hiking and biking trails, a swimming beach, and fishing opportunities. Several reviews mention the quality of hiking at Dolliver Memorial State Park, with one camper describing it as having "beautiful views, wonderful trails." Equestrian camping is available at both North and South Equestrian Campgrounds at Brushy Creek, featuring hitching posts behind each site for those traveling with horses. The campgrounds vary in shade coverage, with some providing well-established tree cover while others offer more open sites. For those seeking cabin accommodations, both Dolliver Memorial State Park and Briggs Woods Park offer cabin rentals as alternatives to traditional camping, providing more comfort during inclement weather.
"Nice clean park, if passing through Iowa it's a nice overnight. A little loud if tent camping. Area not large enough to separate hard shell campers and tent campers."
"We LOVE the hiking trails. Some can be a pretty good workout & steep for a 61 year old, but they are do-able & have resting benches a long the way."
from $15 - $50 / night
Check Availability"Camped here in order to be close to Fort Dodge first thing in the morning. I stayed in the Beach Campground. It's not on the beach, but close to it. There are 3 total campgrounds in the park. "
"Hitching posts behind each site which we enjoyed seeing. The roads inside the campground were all asphalt so lots of bikers enjoying rides around the grounds."
from $20 - $40 / night
Check Availability"Brigs Woods is close to Webster City, IA. There are several campsites, cabins, golf course, access to canoeing or kayaking on the Boone River, along with hiking trails, swimming and fishing. "
"We chose Briggs Woods because of its location and reviews from other campers. It is a larger campground than you think! Spots for primitive tent camping, electrical hook up and full hook ups."
"Walking, hiking and exploring. People are here camping with their horses but the campground is still nice and quiet."
from $28 - $56 / night
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Check Availability"I can't say enough about Kennedy Memorial County park in Fort Dodge Iowa. Its beautiful well taken care of has a nice playground and access to a beautiful golf course! And FREE WIFI!"
"Multiple kids parks, beach area, fishing areas with boat ramps, trails, kids butterfly garden."
from $20 - $100 / night
Check Availability"One of my favorite locations to camp in Iowa as a Boy Scout growing up was Ledges State Park. Since I hadn't been back in years, I decided to check it out and spend a night camping there."
"One of the more beautiful places to camp in Iowa. Awesome hiking trails and really well-shaded campsites."
from $18 - $38 / night
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TravelerHas a good view of lake on the tent side with no electric hookups, or water, although there is a small water spout that is like a hose we used to wash dishes and there’s also porta potty’s. There is about 11 sites on this side pretty cheap for what you get with them; they have a fire ring, picnic table Id give it a 10/10
ScoutVery quiet campground. Only one bathroom and shower available for use, though. Lots of space and trees as well
TravelerMy wife and I are Camp host in this campground? It is a river Ravine campground lots and lots of trees. Fishing campground itself has electricity only but you can fill your campers up the water by the pump very nice and relaxing place to be.
GuideNice spot, $10 fee “required” but the QR code is in disrepair so it may as well be free until they fix it, lol. The review that says someone followed them is weird, first of all it’s not even a lake, it’s the Iowa River, and maybe they just wanted a place to get it on? There’s a house right at the beginning of the trail, it didn’t feel unsafe at all solo camping there. Plus, there is quite obvious pit toilets, but I don’t think they’re maintained at all. Still, it’s a place to poop.
TravelerGreat place especially if you know people around love the fact u can have electricity with your tent and they have showers
GuideWe stayed 4 nights at an electric site in Beed's Lake. After taxes and online reservation fees, it came out to a little less than $100. One of the restrooms was closed for maintenance the entire time we were there, leaving the whole park to share one restroom and 3 showers. The restroom was pretty clean, the shower was not so clean. It was an "I've seen worse" situation.. The campsites are really close to one another and I'm honestly not sure why because it wasn't even close to full. I was disappointed in the lack of any hammock trees. The real star of the park, of course, is the lake. We kayaked and fished the lake while we were visiting. The local reports suggested not swimming due to ecoli, so we did not do any swimming. We had tons of fun kayaking and fishing, but I was also a little disappointed in bank access for fishing, so I'm glad we had our kayaks. It was relatively quiet and everyone was friendly.
GuideLevel sites and very quiet. Great hiking location and photo opportunities.
RangerThere’s not a lot going on in the vicinity of this state park, which is on the smaller side, and you will hear some cows, but all in all the campground exceeded my expectations for the two nights I stayed. This was partially because my site, 65, offered ample room away from the neighboring sites and backed up to a small green area with the road further back (minimal noise, aside from the random loud dirt bike). It also had a good mix of shade and sun if you’re hoping for a bit of solar charging, though no shore power or water. The site was long and mostly level with just the smallest tilt, but not enough to be a bother even without leveling blocks. The dumpster is nearby, but it’s a tiny one and was well maintained (aka not smelly). The brand new shower house was within easy walking distance as well. I had enough service (Verizon) to send texts and watch a bit of YouTube (buffering times were a smidge slow), but you likely wouldn’t have a strong enough signal for much more.
ScoutGreat spot in the woods. Lots of trails. They have a bison and elk sanctuary. Also a nature center. A playground. They have several RV spots. Most are pre book but they have a section for first come first serve. Also lots of tent camping. A few group camping areas. Showers are ok. I believe the non shower house bathrooms are all vault toilets. Overall a great place to stay!
Campgrounds near Duncombe, Iowa offer camping experiences across rolling prairie terrain at elevations around 1,100 feet. The region experiences distinct seasonal changes with humid summers reaching 80°F and winters dropping below freezing. Most camping areas in Webster County sit along waterways including the Des Moines River and smaller creeks, providing water recreation options from spring through early fall.
Hiking through sandstone formations: At Ledges State Park Campground, trails provide challenging terrain with notable elevation changes. A camper noted, "I would say it was a challenging hike. A lot of up and down terrain, stone steps, etc." The park features distinctive sandstone ledges along the river that can be walked when water levels permit.
Kayaking on calm waters: Paddlers can access multiple water bodies from campsite near Duncombe, Iowa. Kennedy County Park offers boating access with a newly installed trail. "Decent smaller county park with newly installed blacktop trail around lake and golfcourse next door," according to one visitor. The Des Moines River also provides kayaking opportunities with launch points available at several parks.
Winter camping: Unlike many seasonal options, Briggs Woods Park remains open year-round for cold-weather camping enthusiasts. This provides rare winter accommodations in the area. For warmer weather activities, the park offers "access to canoeing or kayaking on the Boone River, along with hiking trails, swimming and fishing."
Peaceful disconnection: Dolliver Memorial State Park provides a rare opportunity to unplug completely from technology. A camper appreciated this aspect: "I enjoyed our time and the almost non-existent cellphone service. However, I was able to text my family via satellite to let them know I was okay." This forced disconnection creates a genuine outdoor experience.
Budget-friendly stays: Kennedy County Park offers exceptional value with modern amenities. A camper shared, "I can't say enough about Kennedy Memorial County park in Fort Dodge Iowa. Its beautiful well taken care of has a nice playground and access to a beautiful golf course! And FREE WIFI! All for $18.00 a night."
Stargazing opportunities: The open prairie setting of Beach Campground at Brushy Creek provides excellent night sky viewing. "This little nugget is laid out on a vast prairie... The stars were so bright!" noted one camper. The limited light pollution creates ideal conditions for astronomy enthusiasts.
Cell service limitations: Connectivity varies significantly between campgrounds. At North Equestrian Campground, "Verizon 4G fluctuated between 0-2 bars. Was able to send pictures and only dropped a call once." Plan accordingly if staying connected is important.
Winter camping considerations: For off-season camping, some facilities remain limited. At North Equestrian Campground, a camper noted in November, "Open for off season camping. 14$/night for full hookups with pull thru RV sites." However, shower houses may be closed during cold months.
Firewood availability: Several campgrounds don't sell firewood on-site. A visitor to Dolliver Memorial State Park recommended, "You will need to go to Ft Dodge to buy some (Menards & possibly some gas stations) have bundles you can buy. It would be so much easier right at the park."
Playground access: Multiple campgrounds feature well-maintained play areas. At Bells Mills County Park, campers found "a beautiful spot, clean area" with family-friendly facilities. North Equestrian Campground offers "a nice playground for the kids surrounded by a well maintained, large, grassy area."
Beach activities: Summer visits can include swimming opportunities. North Equestrian Campground provides beach access that "looked real nice, not too crowded for a hot July day," according to one visitor. The beach areas provide safer swimming options than the rivers.
Group camping configurations: For family reunions or multi-family trips, seek "buddy sites" at several parks. Briggs Woods Park features a unique layout where "one area is good for a group of campers as the sites are in a circle." Similarly, another visitor noted, "they offer 'buddy sites' that are 2 sites really close together for those times when you bring friends."
Site leveling requirements: Some campgrounds require extra work for RVs. At Briggs Woods Park, a camper mentioned "Our space was out of level but manageable," suggesting bringing leveling blocks. Each campground has different terrain challenges.
Amperage considerations: At North Equestrian Campground, an RVer advised, "If you need 50 amps, you're going to want to head to the Beach Camp." Similarly, another noted, "I like beach camp, but I LOVE north equestrian camp. Wish the boxes accomodated my rig."
Campground navigation: RV drivers should note that some parks have challenging road layouts. At Kennedy County Park, "the one-way roads are narrow and unmarked. Several times during our two-night stay, drivers were forced to pull off to permit a 'wrong-way' vehicle to pass." Plan arrivals during daylight hours for easier navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Duncombe, IA?
According to TheDyrt.com, Duncombe, IA offers a wide range of camping options, with 76 campgrounds and RV parks near Duncombe, IA and 3 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Duncombe, IA?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Duncombe, IA is Dolliver Memorial State Park Campground with a 4.7-star rating from 10 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Duncombe, IA?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 3 free dispersed camping spots near Duncombe, IA.
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