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$12 - $30 / night
"Beeds Lake campground offers an opportunity to camp by a picturesque lake with a beautiful waterfall.
There are many campsites to choose from."
"Good variety of activites to do, with lots of camping sites- including some right next to the lake. We went tent camping and had a great time. Would recommend as a great fishing destination."
"This park is located on 172 acres of land. It has an enclosed picnic shelter, hand pump well, vault rest rooms, primitive camping, and 2 swing sets."
"We go to Eagle City a least once a year to just get away from it all, it's close to home but feels cut off which is what I look for when camping."
"Great place to take long walks with great paths and scenery. Small town Iowa with convenience store close by."
"U can walk there or golf cart it up son. It's all good"
"Not a far drive off of I-35. Has a pool if you’re into that kind of thing."
"There is a nice lake that is great for fishing, there was access for small boats previously (think kayak/canoe)."
$15 - $90 / night
"This campground is near home so I know it well.
The campground itself is nice, with some decent sized campsites, many having a great view of upper Pine Lake. There are flush toilets and showers."
"Lovely views, great walking paths, quiet and picturesque lake. Bathrooms and shower rooms are new and super clean. Campground is well kept. We will definitely be back."
$17 - $35 / night
"We love coming to Clear Lake! The campgrounds are always very well kept, bathrooms very clean! Easy access to the lake, and the town has so much to do during the summer months!"
"Clear lake state park is a nice campground. It does get very busy during peak season and traffic is continuous. It is clean and close to the beach. Down town and other shopping is a short drive away."
"They have a dump, clean bathrooms with hot showers(which super clean), a playground for the kids and a couple of walking/hiking trails nearby."
ScoutThis is a clean and well kept campground. There are great paved trails, and it is close to the free John Deere Museum, and the Cedar Valley Arboretum. I’m not giving it a 5 star rating for two reasons: one there are a lot of mosquitoes (I get that it is their home), and two the showers are the type that don’t allow you to mix your own water temperature, and they only stay on for a few seconds every time you press the button. The water was a comfortable temperature for me though. Also, the park does occasionally close for flooding.
ScoutI had a seasonal spot at deerwood and was constantly harassed by the camp hosts, I had my reviews removed (only to be reposted by the city attorney), and was told to trim the trees as round my spot. I've been full time for 7 years and this was by far the worst experience I've had at a campground.
If the metal bolts sticking out of the speed bumps don't get you..... The sewage plant 200 yards away will.
This place is CHEAP. and you get what you pay for.
GuidePulled in one evening on our way to Texas from Minnesota. Large, open spaces equipped with a fire pit and picnic table. Electric hookups and water also available. Reasonable rates (I think we paid $15) for one night.
TravelerGreat place to stay.
RangerWe have stayed at this campground many times as we have traveled the "Avenue of the Saints." Highway 218. R Campground is just a few miles off of the saints highway on the south eastern side of town. Interior roads and sites are gravel, many with 50 amp full hook ups. Our favorite sites begin with "OB" for out back. These all have a view of the river. Not all of them will accommodate our 44" Blue Bird.
We have watched this campground grow from the beginning with yearly improvements and upgrades made. Laundry facilities and restroom/shower house on the grounds.
Don't miss the pedestrian bridge over the river, the walking/bike path that runs behind the campground and a casual lunch or dinner by the main street dam.
ScoutThis is one of our go to parks. Even when we don’t camp, we love to swim here.
ScoutI was exhausted when I arrived but couldn’t find a way to drive to the campground due to gates saying hiking, horseback, and walking only.
ScoutFriendly owners. Level cement pads with hookups. Short walk to the lake and playgrounds. Bar and grill 1/4 mile away.
LegendWe tend to stay at campgrounds during the off or shoulder season for a quieter experience so it was with some apprehension that we reserved this campground for a summer weekend so that we could meet friends for Paddlefest. We were happy to discover that despite being a full campground, it was quiet at almost all hours of the day and night. It was, however, an entirely different story on the lake itself, where boats gathered all day to party!
There is little separation between the sites but there are trees located throughout, some of which provide shade to the site. The camper pads were a mix of dirt and gravel and mostly level. We were lucky to snag Site 34 (reserved about three months in advance) – it was on the end, making it a much larger site than the interior sites (all end sites in our section were larger) and we had plenty of shade trees, a welcome relief on a very hot weekend.
The paved roads leading to the sites are very narrow and would appear to be one-way but are not designated as such, resulting in some confusion. The site numbers are only listed on one side, even though most of the sites appeared to be pull-through.
The restrooms and showers were clean and had soap and (dated) air dryers.
Overall, we had a very pleasant two-night stay even though we were prepared for a different experience.
Camping near Hampton, IA, offers a mix of beautiful nature and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful getaway or an adventure-filled trip, there are several campgrounds to choose from.
Camping around Hampton, IA, has something for everyone, whether you're in a tent or an RV. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, Hampton, IA offers a wide range of camping options, with 100 campgrounds and RV parks near Hampton, IA and 6 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Hampton, IA is Beed's Lake State Park Campground with a 4.3-star rating from 8 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 6 free dispersed camping spots near Hampton, IA.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 6 parks near Hampton, IA that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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