3 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Several cabin camping options are available within 30 miles of Hampton, Iowa, with choices ranging from modern facilities to more rustic settings. Pine Lake State Park offers cabins situated along the river with stone fireplaces, comfortable living spaces, and full bathrooms. Tower Rock County Park features two modern, fully furnished cabins with amenities for extended stays. "The two cabins are fairly new and have all of the amenities," noted one visitor about Tower Rock's accommodations. Little Wall Lake County Park includes three rental cabins near fishing and paddling opportunities. Most cabin sites provide electricity, picnic tables, and fire rings, with proximity to shower facilities and modern restrooms.
Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. The Waterloo Lost Island Waterpark KOA offers cabin rentals suitable for those without RVs, with amenities including a fenced dog park, beach area, and fishing opportunities. Briggs Woods Park maintains year-round cabin availability with hiking trails and lake access nearby. Most cabins are pet-friendly, though specific policies vary by location. As one camper shared about McIntosh Woods State Park, "We stayed in one of the two yurts—bunk bed plus a futon and table/chairs inside. Picnic table and grill outside. Walk to small town/restaurants."
Most cabin rentals include beds and basic furniture but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Kitchen facilities vary significantly between locations—some offer full kitchenettes while others provide only outdoor cooking options with grills or fire rings. Cabins at Wilder City Park and Briggs Woods Park include access to firewood for purchase on-site. On-site camp stores exist at some locations, particularly at the Waterloo KOA, which offers "a good sized convenience store with ice, beer, snacks, milkshake machine," according to visitor feedback. Proximity to towns like Eldora, Forest City, and Waterloo provides additional supply options for extended stays.
"The kids had fun playing mini golf, swimming at the beach and playing at the playgrounds. The people that run the campground are so nice."
"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."
"Very nice state park campground. There are cabins as well as campsites. The park is adjacent to Pine Lake and water based recreation is available including swimming beach and boating."
Available this weekend
from $12 - $90 / night
"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."
"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."
from $14 - $22 / night
"The two cabins are fairly new and have all of the amenities. My mother-in-law stayed here while visiting recently and we enjoyed spending time at her cabin."
"The cabins were perfect, with lots of places to hike all around the area."
"Beautiful shaded campground near the lake, not far from town if you forgot something. We stayed in one of the two yurts- bunk bed plus a futon and table/chairs inside. Picnic table and grill outside."
"Sites arranged in a circle around a clean shower house. Potable water. Only 2 non-electric sites. Most sites level. Sites are close to each other, not offering much in the way of privacy."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $10 - $60 / night
"We chose Briggs Woods because of its location and reviews from other campers. It is a larger campground than you think! Spots for primitive tent camping, electrical hook up and full hook ups."
"Nice park with standard tent and RV sites. Boone River , Briggs Woods Lake good for paddling with rentals available, fishing, beach, shower house, cabins."
"Located by New Ulm, MN this campground has plenty of activities in the park or very near the park."
"Standard site without electric was only $10.00 a night which includes a nearby water spigot to fill your tank with. Put toilets and showers available."
Available this weekend
from $10 - $18 / night
"Small lake. Some sites are reserveable online and some are first come first serve. We had water and electric on site. Showers were not open yet in April. "
"Close to the interstate and easy to get to."
"Great RV park. Lots of room and cabin rentals for folks that don’t have an RV. The fenced dog park was fantastic for those of us with dogs."
"Little shade with small trees next to about each site. Gas, propane, laundry room, beach area, small boat rentals, good sized convenience store with ice, beer, snacks, milkshake machine, etc."
"Nice park with a bike path around the lake. A few nature trails, but nothing I would call hiking. Two vault toilets placed on the bike path. One modern bathroom with showers in the campground."
"As far as RV parks go, this one is young and the lack of shade is only evidence of that. Sites are well planned out though, giving each camper plenty of space."
LegendVery nice state park campground. There are cabins as well as campsites. The park is adjacent to Pine Lake and water based recreation is available including swimming beach and boating. The campground is off a paved road and is near to town. There is a walking path to the boat launch from the campground. Biking/hiking trails are on property.
TravelerOnly stayed one night but very convenient location and registration.
ScoutThe place is very dirty and needs updating.
TravelerThis campground appears to be new or newly re done, great showers and bathrooms, right on a bike trail seems to connect to everything. Quiet large sites with full hook ups, more sites being developed
ScoutCampground Hosts were amazing. We were short on some food the first night, Chuck was gracious to lend us some food and a 30amp extension cord. We had some nasty weather that first night also and we received a call from the host asking how we were doing!
Very clean park and very family friendly! Also has an excellent pond for fishing.
Will absolutely be coming back
GuideI took my mother and my youngest on a Mother’s Day weekend camping adventure. We chose Briggs Woods because of its location and reviews from other campers. It is a larger campground than you think! Spots for primitive tent camping, electrical hook up and full hook ups. The campground offers free WiFi and it reached clear to the back end over by the four little cabins. The pit toilets by the four little cabins were clean and stocked. My daughter was able to walk her little dog around the campground with no issues of other dogs running loose. Quiet hours begin at 10:30 pm and everyone followed the rule. I also like how close to the river this campground is. We stayed in electrical spots in the #60s. I like how you can scan the QR code and pay right there from your phone. Very convenient! The camp hosts were friendly and would often cruise by in their golf cart checking on campers.
TravelerI'm just stopped here for the night on a long cross country trip. The electricity is on, and the water is off. The campground is completely deserted except for me. The RV campsites are very close together, and I would imagine this would simply be a madhouse in the summertime.
GuideQuiet, clean little gem of a spot. Site was fairly level
ScoutThis is one of our go to parks. Even when we don’t camp, we love to swim here.
Cabin camping near Hampton, Iowa provides options at various elevations from 1,000 to 1,200 feet above sea level in north central Iowa. The area experiences four distinct seasons with summer temperatures averaging 82°F and winter temperatures often below freezing. Many cabin facilities remain open year-round, though seasonal availability varies with some locations closing from December through March.
Hiking trails and water activities: Pine Lake State Park Campground offers extensive hiking paths along river shorelines. "We love hiking here, and the cabins and campground are very nice," notes one visitor who frequently uses the trail system. The park's proximity to the Iowa River allows for tubing and kayaking during warmer months.
Golfing access: Briggs Woods Park provides cabin accommodations with convenient access to an adjoining golf course. "There are several campsites, cabins, golf course, access to canoeing or kayaking on the Boone River, along with hiking trails, swimming and fishing," according to a camper who appreciated the diverse recreational options.
Miniature golf and family games: Wilder City Park offers miniature golf, volleyball, and other outdoor games. "They have sand volleyball, pickle ball, miniature golf and huge checkers plus a couple playgrounds for the kids," explains a visitor who found the park especially suitable for families with children.
Winter activities: For cold weather options, Pilot Knob State Park Campground maintains winter cabin access with $18 electric sites available year-round. "Beautiful campground. Well maintained. Nice facilities. You can't beat this place for the price. Nice hiking trails too," reports a winter visitor who found the value exceptional even during off-season months.
Modern bathroom facilities: Pine Lake State Park Campground receives consistent praise for its updated facilities. "They've recently updated the bathroom/shower houses to be shared bathroom spaces with individual shower 'closets' on the opposite side of the building. Excellent upgrade!" reports one regular visitor who appreciates the privacy and cleanliness.
Lake and water access: Little Wall Lake County Park offers three cabin rentals with proximity to fishing opportunities. "Spacious sites along a gorgeous lake..quiet..wish every campground was this nice!" notes a visitor who found the peaceful setting ideal for relaxation. The park also maintains water and electric hookups at most sites.
Cabin amenities: Tower Rock maintains modern cabin facilities with complete furnishings. "Home away from home. Great place to spend a weekend. Very comfortable and cozy," explains a cabin user who found the accommodations sufficient for an extended stay without requiring additional equipment.
Natural surroundings: McIntosh Woods State Park Campground offers shaded sites near Clear Lake. "Our camp was so private & we were happy because we had a new puppy that was from a hoarding situation & not real social. We didn't want to bother any neighbors if she was loud," shares a visitor who appreciated the secluded cabin environment for pets.
Year-round availability: Several cabin rentals maintain winter operations. According to regular visitors to Briggs Woods Park, "The wonderful thing about the park is the magnificent trees," making it attractive even during leaf-off seasons when camping typically slows.
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