Cabin accommodations near Floyd, Iowa range from rustic structures to fully equipped units with modern amenities. Located in the rolling hills of northeastern Iowa at approximately 1,100 feet elevation, the area experiences distinct four seasons with summer highs around 80°F and winter lows below freezing. Seasonal availability varies, with many cabin facilities operating from April through October due to limited winter heating options.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: Riverside County Park offers fishing above and below the dam, with access directly from cabin sites. A camper mentioned, "Fishing above and below the dam. Picnic table and fire ring at every site."
Outdoor recreation: Myre State Park Campgrounds provides extensive trail networks for day hiking alongside cabin stays. "The hiking trail on the island is cute as well. One thing to be aware of, is there are a bunch of raccoons who have figured out this is the place to go for food so be sure to pack up all food before going to sleep at night," notes one visitor.
Cave exploration: Just over an hour's drive from Floyd, Forestville Mystery Cave State Park offers underground tours in addition to cabin camping. "The cave tours are well done and the sites are scenic and tucked into the woods. There is also a winery (Four Daughter) not far away that's more than worth stopping at," shares a reviewer.
What campers like
Natural swimming areas: Riverside Co Park features a swimming pond with beach entry areas and waterfall. According to a review, "Beautiful large sites along the river so you can fish as well as has a pond that you can swim in with three beach entry areas."
Private cabin settings: Many campers appreciate the secluded cabin locations at various parks. A visitor to Chimney Rock Canoe and Campground noted, "We stayed in the upper C campground, every spot is spread far apart for privacy."
Modern shower facilities: Most cabin areas feature updated bathroom facilities. A Wilder Park visitor mentioned, "Wilder Park is a beautiful city park. Very much a gem, quiet and peaceful. 50+ sites with about half of them full hook up. Costs for a full hook up in 2022 was under $25 a night."
What you should know
Seasonal availability: Many cabins close during winter months or offer limited heating options. At White Fox — Myre-Big Island State Park, a visitor noted, "We visited in early April so the sites were quite exposed, I can imagine they would be more private in the summer. Water and showers were not open yet as it was too cold but the vault toilets were well maintained."
Reservation requirements: Cabins typically require advance booking, especially for summer weekends. Most state park cabins require reservations through state park websites while private campgrounds have their own reservation systems.
Varied amenities: Cabin facilities range from basic shelter to fully equipped units. A camper at Pilot Knob State Park reported, "For $12/night on a 30AMP hookup, I really can't complain. This is my first of many stops in the new RV, needed a place to camp out before getting it serviced the next day."
Tips for camping with families
Playgrounds and activities: Family-friendly parks offer designated play areas near cabin accommodations. At Wilder City Park, "They have sand volleyball pickle ball miniature golf and huge checkers plus a couple playgrounds for the kids. It's a nice quiet family campground."
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Many cabin areas provide nature observation opportunities. At Myre-Big Island State Park, "My best friend and I camp all the time with our pups! This park was lovely, it's on an island and we had a pretty amazing view!! We did a little hiking and enjoyed the semi empty campground only 10-15 people!! We saw a ton of wild life many many many deer!"
Water activities: Cabins near water features offer additional recreation options. A McIntosh Woods visitor shared, "Beautiful shaded campground near the lake, not far from town if you forgot something."
Tips from RVers
Late arrival logistics: RV sites with cabins may have limited after-hours check-in options. Plan accordingly and communicate with camp hosts when arriving after office hours.
Utility connections: Cabins with RV hookups provide varying levels of service. At Albert Lea-Austin KOA, a camper noted, "Open camp sites some shaded and pull through. Big rig friendly. Pool was closed for repair on our visit but looked like nice sized pool. Staff was welcoming and grounds were clean."
Site leveling: Some cabin areas feature uneven terrain. As one visitor to Forestville State Park observed, "Not all sites are level, and most do not have delineated parking pads (there is a small pavement indent to show where to access the site)."
