Best Dispersed Camping near Forest City, IA
Dispersed camping opportunities near Forest City, Iowa include Eagle Lake State Wildlife Management Area, Rice Lake Wildlife Management Area, and Gates Bridge County Park. Eagle Lake allows drive-in access approximately 1/4 mile off a dirt road with water access suitable for kayaking. The site lacks privacy in winter and early spring but offers more seclusion when summer corn grows. Eagle Lake accommodates any size recreational vehicle with no facilities or amenities on site.
Rice Lake Wildlife Management Area provides a quiet camping spot off the main road with limited camping areas. The site features a dirt cul-de-sac with a grassy wooded area for camping and room for larger vehicles. A recent review mentioned, "There's a boat launch and paths down each side of the launch you could fish." The area also includes a scenic overlook deck. Gates Bridge County Park in Marble Rock allows camping from May to September with trash service and fires permitted, but lacks other amenities. All sites permit pets but have varying regulations regarding fires and alcohol.