Top Glamping near Hiawatha, IA

Hiawatha is the perfect place for adventurous campers and RVers. Aside from great camping spots, you'll find hiking and many more outdoor experiences. Thinking of traveling with kids? You're in luck—Hiawatha is surrounded by family-friendly activities. At The Dyrt, campers like you share their favorite spots, plus tips and photos. No matter where you're headed in Hiawatha, you'll find the best spot for you and your camping crew.

Best Glamping Sites Near Hiawatha, IA (13)

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Recent Glamping Reviews In Hiawatha

54 Reviews of 13 Hiawatha Campgrounds


  • Camper-submitted photo from Bailey Ford Delaware County Park
    March 16, 2024

    Bailey Ford Delaware County Park

    Great park and campground

    Bailey's Ford has everything you need for a night or a week. It's clean and beautiful. Trout stream, trails, river access, showers and a playground. I recommend!

  • Camper-submitted photo from George Wyth State Park Campground
    November 10, 2023

    George Wyth State Park Campground

    Good local camping

    Easy in and out late fall camping.  I got a great tent spot next to the river.  This is a fine campground that I much prefer during the off season (it gets too busy during the warm season for my liking).  The connection to hiking trails throughout the park is fantastic.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Delaware County Coffins Grove Park
    July 5, 2023

    Delaware County Coffins Grove Park

    Quiet, peaceful family campground

    Nice, smaller campground! No designated spots, so great for groups to circle up and camp together (we camp here every year for our family reunion). Newer playground that my kids love, sand so that’s an extra play optional. Small creek runs through the park (on the edge of the campground) and a fun place for kids to explore and play in.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Sleepy Hollow
    October 5, 2022

    Sleepy Hollow

    No Pets?

    Was looking forward to camping there until I found out they do not allow pets at tent sites. Apparently they don’t feel responsible pet owners use tents. Not happy will never stay there

  • Camper-submitted photo from Central Park
    September 21, 2022

    Central Park

    Very well maintained County Park with lake

    This park is well maintained with full service and primitive sites. Trails, nature center, shelters, restrooms/showers, and lake access for beach, paddling, fishing, etc. Prairie plantings mixed in the wooded areas.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Palisades-Kepler State Park
    September 20, 2022

    Palisades-Kepler State Park

    First time, one night

    Super chill and plenty of space, especially for tents on site 39. Bathrooms are very nice and modern and clean, maintenance was very nice to let me shower before he could clean it. It was our only night there and we heard a lot of movements by the woods that it creeped us out but we were hearing haunted stories before arriving so the Halloween vibes was definitely there. Loads of shade and quiet nice neighbors.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Pinicon Ridge Park
    September 1, 2022

    Pinicon Ridge Park

    Nice clean and generally spacious

    Stayed in The Plains area. Water and electric hookups, dump station near by. Clean shower house with storm shelter. Mixed sun and shade with generous grassy sites, fire pit and picnic table.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Pinicon Ridge Park
    July 1, 2022

    Pinicon Ridge Park

    Pinicon Ridge Linn County

    This park is beautiful and there is tons to do. The playground is fantastic and keep the kids entertained all day. The water is great for fishing, swimming and boating. Central City also has everything you need within minutes of your site. There is boat rentals and the new showers are amazing.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Sleepy Hollow
    December 8, 2021

    Sleepy Hollow

    Under new ownership

    This campground has many amenities for the whole family. From tent sites, to Airbnb cabins for 9 people they have a site for everyone. They have laundry, showers, horseshoes, volleyball, basketball, fishing and a swimming beach.

  • Camper-submitted photo from George Wyth State Park Campground
    September 19, 2021

    George Wyth State Park Campground

    Mosquito Ranch

    Perhaps it is just a season, but there were tremendous amount of mosquitoes at the campground during our visit. Lots of stagnant water, lake, etc. Reasonably priced, however, and close to Cedar Falls. The bathroom were a little sketchy and the noise from the highway was quite loud. OK stay for a night.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Pinicon Ridge Park
    August 23, 2021

    Pinicon Ridge Park

    Quiet weekend on the flying squirrel loop

    Great place to kick back and relax. The trail through the campground takes you across the river where you can find canoe and paddle boat rentals, and our favorite an off leash do area.  We all took the trail into town and found a BIT Brewery where we enjoy woodfired pizza and brought some beer home in a growler for around the fire that night.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Pinicon Ridge Park
    July 19, 2021

    Pinicon Ridge Park

    Perfect County Campground

    We stayed at this campground for 7 nights with W/E hook ups.  Dump available on entrance/exit.  The site was a level rock pad witch was very spacious with a fire ring and picnic table.  Nearest grocery store was within 5 miles.  The bathrooms and shower were very clean with lots of hot water.  There is hiking in the park and very little road noise.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Central Park
    June 15, 2021

    Central Park

    Great County Park!

    Beautiful little lake. Nice beach area. Camping sites pretty level. Park has free WiFi.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Palisades-Kepler State Park
    June 2, 2021

    Palisades-Kepler State Park

    Good hiking & fishing!

    Lots of intense trails to explore but some tree were in the way due to a past storm. Close to cedar river for awesome fishing!

  • Camper-submitted photo from George Wyth State Park Campground
    May 22, 2021

    George Wyth State Park Campground

    state park that shows how beautiful it can be

    this park has hiking(on path or off), fishing in multiple lakes and the cedar river, and a beach!!! maxx rentals will rent you from float mats to double kayaks. i suggest if you like well kept campgrounds try a weekend here

  • Camper-submitted photo from George Wyth State Park Campground
    May 7, 2021

    George Wyth State Park Campground

    GW

    Nice campground with some non-electric sites on bank of Cedar River, clean shower house and flush toilets. On Cedar Valley bike trail (100+miles of interconnecting bike trial. major Hwy on two sides of park, sleeping in a tenet it was very noisy at night. and a train track close by (again at night)

  • Camper-submitted photo from George Wyth State Park Campground
    December 25, 2020

    George Wyth State Park Campground

    Great campground with lots of activities.

    If you're looking for a wooded campground that offers you both quiet sites to relax but also offers a variety of activities for all ages, this is the place for you to setup your tent, or RV. For little ones, there is a large sand playground area with slides and swings. There is a sand beach to swim, where they also rent kayaks & canoes. The campground is located along the Cedar river, for those who want to boat and fish on a river, as well as multiple lakes to fish and a lake to ski. There are numerous soft bike trails throughout the park. And a hard trail that is part of 150 miles of bike trails in the Waterloo & Cedar Falls area.

    The campground's shower house is handicap accessible. All sites have 50 amp service and the water provided is from the city of Waterloo. There is an onsite dump station.



Guide to Hiawatha

Camping near Hiawatha, Iowa, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventurous getaway, there are several campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Explore the caves: At Maquoketa Caves State Park Campground, you can hike through unique caves. One visitor said, "The caves make this a unique place to visit but the hiking is rigorous."
  • Fishing and swimming: Backbone State Park has a nice beach area and canoe rentals. A camper mentioned, "I couldn’t swim on our stay but nice beach canoe rentals."
  • Hiking trails: George Wyth State Park Campground offers great hiking trails. One reviewer noted, "The connection to hiking trails throughout the park is fantastic."

What campers like:

  • Clean facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the bathrooms. A visitor at Lake Macbride State Park Campground said, "Clean bathrooms and good Starlink north clearing."
  • Quiet atmosphere: Many enjoy the peacefulness of Sugar Bottom Campground. One camper shared, "Quiet at night, convenient bath houses and large fill/dump station."
  • Spacious sites: Campers at West Overlook Campground appreciate the spaciousness. A reviewer mentioned, "The sites are spacious and angled for ease of backing into."

What you should know:

  • Mosquitoes can be a problem: At George Wyth State Park Campground, one camper warned, "There were tremendous amounts of mosquitoes at the campground during our visit."
  • Limited amenities at some sites: Shady Creek has no showers, which some campers found inconvenient. A visitor noted, "No showers but there is a pit toilet nearby."
  • Train noise: Campers at Nelson Dewey State Park Campground mentioned train noise. One camper said, "When trains are blowing their horns miles away, the sound carries."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Activities for kids: Many campgrounds have playgrounds. At Waterloo - Lost Island Waterpark KOA, a reviewer said, "Kids had fun at the swimming pond."
  • Bring bug spray: Due to mosquitoes, especially at places like George Wyth State Park Campground, it's wise to pack insect repellent. One camper advised, "Insect repelling incense and spray kept us comfortable."
  • Plan for meals: Some campgrounds, like Lake Macbride State Park Campground, are close to stores for supplies. A visitor mentioned, "Not too far from a store to buy things we forget to get."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check site sizes: At Sugar Bottom Campground, some sites are closer together. A camper noted, "The sites here are closer together."
  • Look for electric hookups: Many campgrounds, like Maquoketa Caves State Park Campground, offer electric hookups. One visitor said, "We did see quite a few big rigs fit into the spaces."
  • Be prepared for limited cell service: Campers at Backbone State Park mentioned spotty service. A reviewer shared, "Service was definitely spotty in most areas of camp."

Camping near Hiawatha, Iowa, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!

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