Best Campgrounds near Little Sioux, IA

Little Sioux is an ideal place for camping adventures of all kinds. Little Sioux is filled with the activities, sights, and experiences to make everyone in your crew a happy camper. Get the dirt on all the best camping near Little Sioux. Browse campgrounds by amenities, site types, and more.

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Best Camping Sites Near Little Sioux, Iowa (90)

    1. Lewis and Clark State Park Campground

    22 Reviews
    Onawa, IA
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (712) 423-2829

    $15 - $50 / night

    "Well kept & family friendly camping in Iowa!"

    "There’s a pretty big playground near all the sites. When I went in the first weekend of October they had a little trick or treat night too! Extremely nice amenities; flush toilet and showers."

    2. Preparation Canyon State Park Campground

    6 Reviews
    Moorhead, IA
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (712) 423-2829

    $9 / night

    "Located directly adjacent to the Preparation Canyon Unit of Loess Hills State Forest; the flora, fauna, and geology of this park are amazing and unique to North America."

    "Had no idea such a scenic place could be found in Iowa! I chose the closest walk-in spot, less than a mile in. It was great! Near a little creek if you need water, and really nicely secluded."

    3. Huff - Warner Access Area

    3 Reviews
    Onawa, IA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (712) 433-2400

    "They have a table near the boat ramp that, I assume, is for cleaning your caught fish. If it matters, it did not have running water."

    "Located far enough from the interstate to avoid any traffic noise River barges were unloading next to the campground when we were here."

    4. Summit Lake State Recreation Area Campground

    4 Reviews
    Tekamah, NE
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (402) 374-1727

    $30 / night

    "Pros: Quiet, walking trails, lake, bar nearby, clean showers and bathroom, building a new playground as of 10/2022

    Cons: Dump station is on a noticeable uphill slope, so you won't be able to completely"

    "Summit is a great lake just west of Tekamah, and less than a hour from Omaha."

    5. On-Ur-Wa RV Park

    5 Reviews
    Onawa, IA
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (712) 423-1387

    "Pulled in, John came into the office, asked if I was a Good Sam member and charged me $43.34 for a full hook-up, extra long pull thru on the outside of the trees."

    "Great location. Very nice campground. Large spacious pull thru sites. Extremely clean bathrooms and showers. We stayed twice, westbound and eastbound. Very friendly, nice people."

    6. Jones Pond

    1 Review
    Pisgah, IA
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (712) 456-2924

    "Very quiet and peaceful place I have been there few times and I never see anyone else around. There is no bathroom or drinking water so make sure you are ready for that."

    7. Loess Hills Hideaway

    1 Review
    Moorhead, IA
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (402) 551-0690

    8. Tekamah Memorial Park

    2 Reviews
    Tekamah, NE
    10 miles
    Website

    "Close to town, stores, food. $15. Night in 2025. Fair. Good place for quiet, inexpensive nights. Quite a good deal.👍"

    9. Hitchcock County Nature Center

    30 Reviews
    Honey Creek, IA
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (712) 328-5833

    $10 - $50 / night

    "I pulled in late at night easy to navigate stayed the next day and did some trails apparently the land formations are 1 of only 2 in the world how about that Iowa."

    "We camp all the time at different locations, and I 100% recommend this campground! The hosts are so polite and helpful and they keep the place immaculate."

    10. Pelican Point State Rec Area

    2 Reviews
    Little Sioux, NE
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (402) 374-1727

    $15 / night

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Recent Reviews near Little Sioux, IA

328 Reviews of 90 Little Sioux Campgrounds


  • J
    Aug. 24, 2025

    On-Ur-Wa RV Park

    Overnight stay

    This campsite was everything we were needing for the night plus more. The people were very friendly.

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 23, 2025

    Snyder Bend County Park

    Nice lakeside walking path

    No reservation needed. Self check-in before 10pm. $25 for electric & water hookup. Lake facing spaces available if not already taken. Nice walking trail lakeside. Yes. There are mosquitoes at dusk.

  • andrew The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 16, 2025

    On-Ur-Wa RV Park

    Comforting

    Night 1 of a 60 day trip with 42 moves. Super clean park and very well taken care of. I watched a youtube video that showed the park and it was like re-living a dream. Pulled in, stopped at office, John came in and helped me, asked me if I was a GoodSam member and charged me $43.34 for a full-hookup, super long pull thru. There were a lot of open spaces so the park felt very comfortable. Totally worth it.

  • andrew The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 16, 2025

    On-Ur-Wa RV Park

    Comforting

    Night 1 of a 42 moves trip. You can find a few decent youtube videos that show the park and it was like living a dream. Pulled in, John came into the office, asked if I was a Good Sam member and charged me $43.34 for a full hook-up, extra long pull thru on the outside of the trees. I watch for that now after the top of a tree fell on power lines above my camper last year. Seemed pretty vacant but there were people here that looked like travelers. Very comfortable.

  • Abby W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 20, 2025

    Hitchcock County Nature Center

    Simple Overnight Stay

    Stopped late after a long 12 hour drive. I loved the simple self service process. We picked an open spot, paid, and parked. The facilities were impressively clean and well maintained.

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 15, 2025

    Arrowhead Park Campground

    Nice stop for a night on the road

    20$ is a really good deal for a nice site with electricity, a picnic table on a cement slab and a hot free clean shower. We were hesitating between this spot and a truck stop with shower. More than happy and satisfied with our choice.

  • Jim & Karen A.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 13, 2025

    Walnut Creek Lake & Recreation Area

    RV site in Papillion NE.

    Great back-in site w/30 amp electrical pulg in, no water at site. Site is overlooking a small lake. Very quiet, dump statio. All for $20 a night.

  • Laura N.
    Jul. 9, 2025

    Onawa-Blue Lake KOA

    Rude Manager, Unsafe Site, and Terrible Customer Service

    We travel full-time with a 40′ fifth wheel and have stayed at many KOAs— but this was by far the worst experience we’ve had. Upon arrival, we were placed in Site 29, which was muddy on both sides, narrow, and clearly not suitable for a rig of our size. We asked for another option and were moved to Site 27, which wasn’t much better. The sites here are shockingly narrow— barely enough width to safely open your slides, let alone enjoy the space. When my husband asked why no gravel had been put down, the staff responded that it had been raining a lot. He said,“Don’t make excuses for someone else. That pisses me off.” He didn’t yell, threaten, or use foul language— just expressed his frustration after a long day on the road. The employee left without issue. Minutes later, the manager came to our site angry, accused my husband of cursing at her staff, and demanded we pack up and leave immediately, despite us having already set up. When I tried to clarify what had actually been said, she refused to listen and insisted she believed her employee. She even told us she“couldn’t help that people didn’t know how to drive,” which I guess was her explanation for the mud— an inappropriate and dismissive response. Meanwhile, we took photos of visible cracks in the soil— clearly it hadn’t been as wet as claimed. To make things worse:• There’s almost no signage for this KOA until you’re practically on top of it— very difficult to find without GPS.• Another campground nearby welcomed us without issue and told us we weren’t the first to show up after leaving this KOA due to similar poor treatment. We’ll be sharing this experience on our blog and social media platforms— and we’ve heard this manager has a habit of calling guests liars when she receives bad reviews. So let me be clear: we stayed there, we have the photos, the receipt, and the conversation details. This was an unacceptable experience, and we strongly recommend avoiding this KOA.

  • Bob H.
    Jul. 4, 2025

    Lewis and Clark State Park Campground

    RV park type camping

    Nice facilities well maintained.I guess most people are looking for this kind of camping, but it's a bunch of campers all piled on top of each other with no real views.


Guide to Little Sioux

Camping near Little Sioux, Iowa, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and friendly campgrounds. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a fun family getaway, there are plenty of options to explore.

What to do

  • Hiking Trails: Enjoy the many nature trails available. At Hitchcock County Nature Center, one camper mentioned, "Camping here also gives you access to the playground and nature trails into some beautiful countryside."
  • Fishing: If you love fishing, check out Lake Cunningham Campground. A reviewer said, "This is one of the most beautiful campgrounds we have ever encountered! On a beautiful lake with many recreational possibilities - kayaking, sailing non-power boating."
  • Wildlife Watching: Keep an eye out for local wildlife. A visitor at Preparation Canyon State Park Campground noted, "The flora, fauna, and geology of this park are amazing and unique to North America."

What campers like

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate clean restrooms and showers. One review for Lewis and Clark State Park Campground stated, "Great sites right on the water. Easy back in for my rig. Hot showers were a plus :)"
  • Friendly Hosts: Many campers rave about the helpful staff. A visitor at Arrowhead Park Campground said, "The people who run this campground are really nice! There are really none camping and only 10 dollars a night with electricity for a tent site."
  • Spacious Sites: Campers enjoy the roomy sites. A review for Snyder Bend County Park mentioned, "This campground is secluded and quiet. Next to a county park. Decent bath house with showers."

What you should know

  • Mosquitoes: Be prepared for bugs, especially in warmer months. A camper at Hitchcock County Nature Center warned, "The only downside is bring several bottles of bug spray; the mosquitoes are terrible!"
  • Cash Payments: Some campgrounds require cash for payment. A visitor at Arrowhead Park Campground reminded others, "Friendly reminder to bring CASH. FIRST COME FIRST SERVE."
  • Limited Amenities: Not all campgrounds have stores or markets nearby. A reviewer at Preparation Canyon State Park Campground noted, "The immediate surrounding towns provide very little in the way of amenities, so plan ahead."

Tips for camping with families

  • Playgrounds: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds for kids. At Lewis and Clark State Park Campground, a camper said, "Beautiful park, beautiful scenery and amazing playground!"
  • Spacious Areas: Choose campgrounds with plenty of space for kids to run around. A visitor at Snyder Bend County Park mentioned, "Spots have water and electric for $25/night."
  • Family-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds that offer activities like fishing or hiking. A camper at Lake Cunningham Campground shared, "Tons of room between spots. Mini store on the property to buy ice, firewood, and food from."

Tips from RVers

  • Big Rig Friendly: Many campgrounds accommodate larger RVs. A reviewer at Arrowhead Park Campground noted, "Big rig friendly, drinking water, electric hookups."
  • Level Sites: Check for level sites to make parking easier. A camper at Snyder Bend County Park mentioned, "Plan on using your leveling blocks."
  • Dump Stations: Look for campgrounds with dump stations for convenience. A visitor at Hitchcock County Nature Center appreciated, "Sanitary dump and sewer hookups available."

Camping near Little Sioux, Iowa, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. With clean facilities, friendly hosts, and plenty of activities, it's a great spot to unwind and enjoy nature.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular campground near Little Sioux, IA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Little Sioux, IA is Lewis and Clark State Park Campground with a 4.3-star rating from 22 reviews.