Best Glamping near Fort Madison, IA

Located in eastern Iowa, Indian Lake Park provides glamping accommodations for visitors seeking comfort in a natural setting. The park features cabins with modern conveniences while maintaining a connection to the outdoors. Lake Darling State Park Campground also offers "five season cabins" as part of its glamping options, providing year-round comfort with electricity and modern amenities. Spring Lake Park in neighboring Illinois complements the regional offerings with lakeside cabins that provide scenic views and comfortable overnight stays. Each accommodation includes picnic tables and fire rings for outdoor enjoyment, with most providing electric hookups and access to shower facilities. One guest shared, "Our furnished cabin faced the lake it was an incredible view. We had fun fishing and sitting by the campfire in the evenings."

Recreational opportunities enhance these glamping experiences with most properties situated near water bodies for fishing, swimming, and boating. Indian Lake Park provides a sandy beach for swimming along with kayaking opportunities, while Spring Lake Park offers kayak, canoe, and pontoon rentals for water exploration. Hiking trails wind through these properties, allowing guests to explore the natural surroundings without venturing far from their comfortable accommodations. Wildlife viewing opportunities abound, with visitors frequently spotting cranes and waterfowl. According to a camper, "The lake is great for boating and fishing and there are boats for rent during the warmer seasons. There are also hiking and biking trails around the lake." Most locations remain open from spring through fall, though Lake Darling State Park maintains year-round availability for its cabin accommodations.

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Best Glamping Sites Near Fort Madison, Iowa (6)

1. Indian Lake Park
4 Reviews
Farmington, IA
21 miles
Website
$8 - $50 / night
"it has full hookups, tent site swim beach, fishing, canoes,and f, playgrounds also cabins a stone lodge for family get togethers some sites just have electric and water on site and there are some full"

"They have primitive tent sites, electric only, electric+water, and fhu. They also have cabins for rent. All very reasonably priced. Most of the sites are nice and shady and level."
2. Spring Lake Park - Macomb
8 Reviews
Macomb, IL
34 miles
Website
+1 (309) 833-2052
"Friendly staff. Kayak and Pontoon to rent. Trails go all over the entire park! Clean showering facilities. Our furnished cabin faced the lake it was an incredible view. "

"Miles of trails. Staff and caretakers keep the trails extremely clean. Excellent views of the large lake the trails go around."

3. Waubonsie Trail Park
3 Reviews
Cantril, IA
38 miles
Website
+1 (319) 397-2295
"Waubonsie trail behind park is a short hike to the covered bridge and Dutchman's Store. Perfect Way to stretch your legs after a long day on the road. Bathrooms and showers were exceptionally clean."

"We hiked the equestrian trails one afternoon and the regular trails the next day. I camped in the equestrian campground and loved it with my popup. Outhouse type toilets are available there."
4. Lake Darling State Park Campground
7 Reviews
Brighton, IA
49 miles
Website
+1 (319) 694-2323
$15 - $110 / night
"Sites were fairly level and all pretty close to the showers/restrooms, and well spaced out between sites. "

"We stayed on the primative group side of the lake. There is a small pond that we were able to let some of our scouts get started in kayaks and canoes before getting into the main lake. "

5. The Catfish Place Campground
1 Review
Luray, MO
38 miles
Website
+1 (660) 945-3917
"Friendly staff, nice clean bathroom and showers. Spot on beautiful pond. It was great to be able to fish from our site. Close to geode hunting locations!! Quiet. There is also a restaurant on site."
6. Haven Hills Campground and Resort
1 Review
Keithsburg, IL
49 miles
Website
$61 - $250 / night
"We forgot our grill but thankfully their fire pits have a built in grill which saved us so much! It’s gorgeous and you can rent golf carts for the day!!!"

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Glamping Reviews near Fort Madison, IA

24 Reviews of 6 Fort Madison Campgrounds

Rayn C.
Scout
Jun. 17, 2024
Spring Lake Park - Macomb
Just lovely so spacious and clean. Gorgeous view of lake from cabins.
Friendly staff. Kayak and Pontoon to rent. Trails go all over the entire park! Clean showering facilities. Our furnished cabin faced the lake it was an incredible view. We had fun fishing and sitting by the campfire in the evenings. Overall definitely worth the 5 stars!!!! Thanks Ryan and all of the staff out there! We will revisit soon.
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chole C.
Scout
Apr. 26, 2025
Haven Hills Campground and Resort
First time!
We loved the helpful service from the owner as he helped us get settled in. It was our first time there and it was a great visit. The showers at the main lodge were AMAZING. We forgot our grill but thankfully their fire pits have a built in grill which saved us so much! It’s gorgeous and you can rent golf carts for the day!!! Had such a great time and got to visit Aledo and see the charm of this small town!
Amy W.
Scout
Jul. 5, 2021
The Catfish Place Campground
Peaceful camping
My family stayed in our popup last September and it was great. Friendly staff, nice clean bathroom and showers. Spot on beautiful pond. It was great to be able to fish from our site. Close to geode hunting locations!! Quiet. There is also a restaurant on site. We did not go but there were always lots of people there. Heard good things about food.
Mary F.
Scout
Jul. 16, 2018
Indian Lake Park
very nice
it has full hookups, tent site swim beach, fishing, canoes,and f, playgrounds also cabins a stone lodge for family get togethers some sites just have electric and water on site and there are some full hookups also a shower house and modern restrooms, fire wood for sale We go at least 3 times a year . So nice and quiet the lake is clean they also have a dump station
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Tracy J.
Guide
Sep. 3, 2020
Waubonsie Trail Park
Iowa Gem!
Cute little RV/tent campground. Very nice hosts. Only stayed 1 night. Definitely on the 'let's go back' list. Waubonsie trail behind park is a short hike to the covered bridge and Dutchman's Store. Perfect Way to stretch your legs after a long day on the road. Bathrooms and showers were exceptionally clean. Horseshoe pit, playground and campfire swing area were nice surprises. All for under $20 for electric RV site! Great campground for a small group event.
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Molly L.
Guide
Jun. 30, 2019
Lake Darling State Park Campground
Beautiful lake/Nice Campground
Nice campground with some newer facilities, well kept up and clean. There are 2 parts to the campground, both nice and fairly full-but not completely on the weekend we stayed. Sites were fairly level and all pretty close to the showers/restrooms, and well spaced out between sites. There were several hiking trails-maps seemed to not quite fit the trails and lake to some degree. Several ponds have been added to the lake and along the hiking trails that aren't on the map that could assist in knowing where you're at along the trails. Trails were signed fairly well but still seemed somewhat off from the maps both online and on site.
Dave N.
Guide
Jul. 14, 2020
Indian Lake Park
Beautiful
This park has something for everyone. They have primitive tent sites, electric only, electric+water, and fhu. They also have cabins for rent. All very reasonably priced. Most of the sites are nice and shady and level. A bathhouse with showers. A stone lodge for large parties. There is a playground, a few nice hiking trails, and a lake with a nice sandy beach. Almost empty during the week, but very busy on summer weekends. Hiking,fishing, swimming, kayaking,bird watching. There are many things to keep you busy here.
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Robert F.
Traveler
Nov. 5, 2019
Lake Darling State Park Campground
Beautiful getaway
We stayed on the primative group side of the lake. There is a small pond that we were able to let some of our scouts get started in kayaks and canoes before getting into the main lake. Great fishing and walking paths. Iowa has done a great job fixing up this area. The cabins are small but clean.
Dani K.
Guide
May. 31, 2017
Lake Darling State Park Campground
Favorite Childhood Site
The Lake has been recently drained and refilled. The new trails around the lake are so wonderful. Electric and tent sites. Brand new five season cabins. Great all year round!