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Best Campgrounds near Ferguson, IA

421 Reviews

Campgrounds in the area surrounding Ferguson, Iowa include both established state park facilities and county-managed recreation areas. Rock Creek State Park Campground, located east of Ferguson, provides a range of camping experiences including tent sites, RV hookups, and limited cabin accommodations. The park features lakefront camping with both electric and non-electric options. Additional nearby options include Timmons Grove County Park in Marshalltown and Mariposa Recreation Area in Kellogg, both within a 20-mile radius of Ferguson.

Seasonal availability varies significantly across the region's campgrounds, with many facilities operating from April through October. Rock Creek State Park remains open from April 1 to December 31, while some privately managed sites like Kellogg RV Park offer year-round accessibility. The area experiences typical Midwestern seasonal patterns, with spring sometimes bringing flooding concerns and summer weekends drawing larger crowds. Electric sites at most campgrounds tend to fill quickly, especially during peak season. A visitor commented that "if you don't need electricity to enhance your camping experience, there were dozens of sites available," even just before Memorial Day weekend.

Lakefront camping represents a particularly popular option in the Ferguson area, with several campgrounds offering water access for fishing and boating activities. Rock Creek State Park receives consistent positive feedback for its waterfront sites, where campers can fish directly from their campsite. "We were able to camp right on the edge of the lake," noted one reviewer, though they mentioned limited privacy between sites. Tent campers should be aware that many campgrounds cater primarily to RVs, with one review mentioning "we were definitely the one little tent in a sea of RVs." Most campgrounds provide basic amenities including fire rings, picnic tables, and restroom facilities, with many also offering showers. Fishing opportunities are frequently mentioned as a highlight, particularly at Rock Creek State Park, which is known for crappie and largemouth bass fishing.

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Best Camping Sites Near Ferguson, Iowa (104)

    1. Rock Creek State Park Campground

    21 Reviews
    Kellogg, IA
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (641) 236-3722

    $12 - $40 / night

    "Stopped overnight on our way home from Iowa City. No reservations & took our chances on finding an electric site. Score! Neighbors were friendly."

    "The RV section of campground was nearly full but the tent/non-hook up section had lots of space. One can camp on lakeside but be aware that these spots have a slope, not comfortable for my van."

    2. Kellogg RV Park

    12 Reviews
    Kellogg, IA
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (641) 526-8535

    "Simple campground behind a Philips 66 gas station that totes they have Iowa’s best burger. They have recently updated shower building along with a laundry building"

    "I can’t tell you if they are actually Iowa’s best burger because this is the only burger I’ve had in Iowa. Nice people, everything is clean. Spots are pull thru. No issues at all."

    3. Riverview Park Campground

    3 Reviews
    Marshalltown, IA
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (641) 754-5715

    4. Newton KOA

    11 Reviews
    Kellogg, IA
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (641) 792-2428

    "rural Iowa."

    "Newton KOA This is the primary location for camping in Newton. It’s right off interstate I-80 and is very close to the Iowa Speedway."

    5. Timmons Grove County Park

    3 Reviews
    Marshalltown, IA
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (641) 752-5490

    "There are good hiking trails, including a walk through some wildflowers. Bird watchers will love this place. Also expect to see deer and turkeys."

    6. Union Grove State Park Campground

    3 Reviews
    Garwin, IA
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (641) 473-2556

    $18 - $90 / night

    "A few trails to hike and a horse camp that I didn’t have time to explore. Nice lending library as well. Bathroom/shower combos are nice (1 is ADA). Not far off the interstate."

    "Union Grove is known for having good lake fishing. The lake is also a great place for kayaking or canoeing."

    7. Mariposa Recreation Area

    1 Review
    Kellogg, IA
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (641) 792-9780

    "The lake has been drained and dredged and is slowly filling back up. It’s pretty spacious and has lots of room for tent camping. I wouldn’t bring an RV here."

    8. Outback Campground & Resort

    3 Reviews
    Garwin, IA
    13 miles
    +1 (641) 484-3611

    "Jump into the nearby water and let the kids have a blast! Enjoy a nice fun night away from home!"

    9. Otter Creek Lake and Park

    3 Reviews
    Garwin, IA
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (641) 484-2231

    $10 - $20 / night

    "Hidden gem in Iowa"

    "This is a very nice quiet campground close to a nice small lake. We stayed in space 30 and this area has just had the electrical updated and the are adding some new spots right by the lake."

    10. Wolf Creek Rec Area

    3 Reviews
    Gladbrook, IA
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (319) 345-2688

    $10 - $17 / night

    "Wolf Creek is a nice little campground near Beaman, IA (Beaman is very small, near Conrad as well which has a grocery store)."

    "A nice campground located on the comet trail."

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  • Gillian L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 12, 2025

    Adventureland Campground

    Nice site

    After some confusion with booking (office hours are until 7pm, confirmation email said 9pm) we were able to get ahold of the operations manager at the park who helped us. Pull through paved 50 amp sites, with water and sewage. Picnic table for use. Within view of Adventureland so it was cool to see the rides lit up at night as we parked. Clean park. Will definitely stop by again when we aren’t just passing through!

  • Kent W.
    Oct. 2, 2025

    Howell Station

    One of our favorites

    This is a really nice campground. It’s run by friendly, helpful people. It’s well maintained, the bathrooms are clean, you’re not packed together like sardines, there’s a nice bike/walking trail around the park and (at least when we’ve visited) bald eagles, blue herons and pelicans line the river. It’s just a little over an hour from us so it’s easy to get to.

    We’re trying parks all over Iowa and Howell has been one of our favorites.

  • Stuart K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 1, 2025

    Newton KOA

    Highway Roadside Campground Oasis

    Following up on my review from over a year ago, I’m adding a bunch of additional photos as well as an abbreviated post pointing out the HIGHS and LOWS of this roadside pit stop of a campground in very rural Iowa.

    HIGHLIGHTS: (1) Fairly EZ access from I-80; (2) Incredibly well-manicured campground that is both very clean and well-organized; (3) Despite being next to the highway where we were concerned with errant late-night visitors who had no business being at this CG, there’s excellent security and a feeling of being safe; (4) Superb Midwestern hospitality from the KOA staff and camping community; (5) RV slots offer very nice FHUs and fairly spacious areas; (6) Picnic tables & fire rings are in pretty good condition; (6) If you need anything, there’s a handful of just OK restaurants like Cratty Shack Diner and grocery stores like Hy-Vee and Walmart Supercenter in nearby Newton; (7) Spectacularly clean bathrooms and shower facilities; and (8) Well-stocked catch & release fishing pond

    LOWLIGHTS: (1) You are literally right next to I-80, but the CG sits down below the swooshing traffic, so if you’re not looking, you almost forget that you’re camping next to the busiest highway in Iowa; (2) Lack of privacy between sites as there’s not a ton of trees, bushes or brush on the interior of the CG; (3) Most of the RV slots have no shade, so bring your own awning or shelter; (4) Some sites have very close proximity to their neighbors; (5) Some amenities feel dated and could be replaced and / or refurbished; (6) There’s a fairly nasty industrial park, complete with a junk yard and car mechanic garage with accompanying abandoned cars scattered around the entrance that you’ll have to navigate through before reaching this KOA; (7) This really isn’t a good place for tent camping, unless you can convince the staff to let you set up in the shaded area at the north end of the CG; (8) The pool was shut down for maintenance when we visited

    Happy Camping!

  • Stuart K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 1, 2025

    Diamond Lake County Park

    Campground Diamond In The Rough

    Following up on my review from over a year and a half ago, I’m adding a bunch of additional photos as well as an abbreviated post pointing out the HIGHS and LOWS of this county park campground gem in a very rural part of Iowa.

    HIGHLIGHTS: (1) EZ access and just a 20 minute / 9 mile drive due south from I-80 via Exit 201; (2) Incredibly well-manicured campground – very clean and well-organized; (3) Superb Midwestern hospitality from the CG staff and camping community; (4) The RV area looks to be brand spanking-new and offers very nice FHUs and fairly spacious areas as well as most have an excellent view of Lake Diamond; (5) The hiking trails and bountiful fishing spots make this a simply wonderful campground; (6) Incredibly simple honor system to accessing any site on a first-come, first-served basis – simply stick your money in an envelope and pick out whatever location suits you; (7) While basic, the bathhouses were in pretty good condition and very clean; (8) Kid’s playground is fantastic and nearly brand new; (9) Reasonably priced bundles of pre-cut firewood; and (10) Overall the overnight price to stay here, whether RV or tent-camping is very cheap, so great value for $

    LOWLIGHTS: (1) There’s no security gate to prevent any wandering traffic in here, although you are so far out in the boondocks, it’s not really much of a concern; (2) The newly minted RV area slopes down to the lake, but as you park perpendicular, it shouldn’t be an issue; (3) Also, because the RV area is new, there’s no trees or brush, which creates a lack of privacy between sites; (4) Nearly all of the RV slots – save the few that are right next to the lake - have no shade, so bring your own awning or shelter; (5) Some sites have very close proximity to their neighbors; (6) Picnic tables & fire rings, at least in the tent camping areas, are worn-out and in pretty poor condition and should be replaced or refurbished; (7) The water in Lake Diamond is quite dark and murky, so unless you are an adventurous soul, I don’t recommend swimming here

    Happy Camping!

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 19, 2025

    Black Hawk County Park

    On the bike trail

    Right on the bike trail.. Hot showers.. Good place to camp...

  • Kara S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 12, 2025

    Eagle City County Park

    Could be lovely but creeped me out

    Liked the spot by the lake and we could have been the only ones there but we noticed a few things on the way to the site that was unsettling and then we were followed in by a truck that just went to the end of the loop then left, with the driver and passenger obviously not wanting to be seen. Weirded me out so we left. Felt unsafe.

  • Allen B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 9, 2025

    Diamond Lake County Park

    Diamond lake

    Clean showers & flush toilet’s. No hand towels. Sites are close together. Some road noise. But overall a nice campground for one night.

Guide to Ferguson

Camping near Ferguson, Iowa, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled weekend, there are several campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Fishing and Boating: Enjoy the water at Rock Creek State Park Campground. One visitor mentioned, "Boat and kayak rental and a small store with basic necessities" make it a great spot for water activities.
  • Hiking Trails: Explore the trails at Pine Lake State Park Campground. A reviewer said, "The trail is superb, we rode our bikes both days we were there."
  • Wildlife Watching: At Chichaqua Bottoms Greenbelt, you can enjoy nature views. One camper noted, "Great trails and beautiful trees all around."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness at Thomas Mitchell County Park. A visitor shared, "Bathroom/showers were clean, pretty quiet."
  • Spacious Campsites: Many enjoy the roomy sites at Hickory Grove Campground. One camper said, "The spots are some of the biggest we’ve seen at any campground."
  • Friendly Staff: Campers often mention the helpful hosts at Newton KOA. A reviewer stated, "The staff was great and very courteous."

What you should know:

  • Reservations: Some campgrounds like Diamond Lake County Park operate on a first-come, first-served basis. A camper noted, "Check-in is self-registration and is done onsite."
  • Limited Amenities: Not all campgrounds have full amenities. For example, Ashton Wildwood Park has only pit toilets and no drinking water. A visitor mentioned, "The bathroom at the campground doesn’t have plumbing."
  • Noise Levels: Some campgrounds, like Kellogg RV Park, are close to busy highways. One camper said, "The sounds of traffic weren't too bad, but earplugs are helpful."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Playgrounds: Look for campgrounds with kid-friendly amenities. Thomas Mitchell County Park has a new playground that kids will love. A parent shared, "New playground for the kids."
  • Safety: Choose campgrounds with good lighting and facilities. Kellogg RV Park is noted for its safety. A camper mentioned, "Felt very safe with my family."
  • Activities for Kids: Look for places with trails and water activities. At Pine Lake State Park Campground, one reviewer said, "Fishing is good here, as are the hiking trails."

Tips from RVers:

  • Site Selection: Opt for sites away from busy roads. A reviewer at Newton KOA suggested, "The best sites are those in the lower valley."
  • Check Hookups: Make sure to confirm the type of hookups available. A camper at Kellogg RV Park advised, "Some sites only offer 30 or 50 amp, so be sure to ask."
  • Explore Local Eats: Don’t miss out on local dining options. One camper at Kellogg RV Park mentioned, "The burgers were not the greatest but ok."

Camping near Ferguson, Iowa, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. With a variety of campgrounds and activities, you're sure to find the perfect spot for your next getaway!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Ferguson, IA?

According to TheDyrt.com, Ferguson, IA offers a wide range of camping options, with 104 campgrounds and RV parks near Ferguson, IA and 2 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Ferguson, IA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Ferguson, IA is Rock Creek State Park Campground with a 4.2-star rating from 21 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Ferguson, IA?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 2 free dispersed camping spots near Ferguson, IA.

What parks are near Ferguson, IA?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 5 parks near Ferguson, IA that allow camping, notably Lake Red Rock and Saylorville Lake.

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