2 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Several cabin rentals provide overnight accommodations around Maquoketa, Iowa. Eden Valley Refuge offers cabin camping with electric service and water hookups, along with access to clean showers and restroom facilities. The Wapsi River Environmental Education Center features a single modern cabin that sleeps six people with complete kitchen amenities including stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher and refrigerator. This family-sized cabin includes heat and air conditioning, an ADA-accessible shower, covered porch, and charcoal grill. Bald Eagle Campground and Camp Liberty also provide cabin options in wooded settings. "The cabin has all amenities for six. Charcoal grill, fire ring with wood supplied, picnic table, covered porch, trail head right next to cabin," noted one visitor about the Wapsi River cabin.
Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Pine Grove Campground in Scott County Park maintains two modern cabins adjacent to their camping area within a forested environment. Off Shore RV Park offers cabin rentals along the Mississippi River with hard-surfaced sites and access to their restaurant and playground facilities. Most cabins are pet-friendly, though specific policies vary by location. Reservations are required for all cabin rentals, with many locations booking quickly during summer months. A camper wrote about the Wapsi River cabin: "Very nice, quite, cabin surrounded by forest. After hours offers quite park, dark skies, and trails with wildlife."
Most cabin rentals provide basic furnishings, but guests should verify what supplies they need to bring. While the Kestrel Cabin at Wapsi River Environmental Center includes complete kitchen supplies like coffee pot and toaster, other locations may offer only minimal amenities. Firewood is typically provided at many cabin sites, including complimentary wood at the Wapsi River Environmental Center. Some locations like Eden Valley Refuge and Off Shore RV Park have camp stores or markets for basic provisions. Visitors staying in cabins near Blanding Landing should note that groceries and ice are available about 13 miles away on paved roads. Cabin guests typically need to bring their own bedding, pillows, towels, and personal items regardless of cabin type.
"It's a little hike in for the dispersed sites, but worth it to be in a secluded woodsy site. Was peaceful and relaxing."
"This county park offers wonderful hiking trails, and the campground has sites that include gravel pads, fire rings, electricity, tables, and a dump station."
"One of the 6 campgrounds that you will have to choose from here at Scott County Park, Bald Eagle CG & Cabins is one that is more geared for the RV driving and trailer toting tribes as each site has"
"Cabin sits at end of campground lane with covered porch, parking for 3 cars, ADA accessible. Cabin has 2 sleeping rooms, sleeping loft, and sofa. Capacity is 10, with all kitchen amenities."
from $17 - $36 / night
"Park is a nature preserve with only 1 cabin for rent (Kestrel Cabin) sleeping six. Cabin offers modern amenities: stove, oven,micro, dishwasher, refrigerator, coffee pot, toaster, ADA access, shower."
"Cabin has all amenities for six. Charcoal grill, fire ring with wood supplied, picnic table, covered porch, trail head right next to cabin."
from $70 - $80 / night
"Hosts are friendly and I saw rangers driving through multiple times. Each site includes picnic table and fire pit. Most have electric. "
"Quiet, relaxing small campground with super clean hot showers and flush toilets in shower house. Boat ramp, dock fishing, tall trees all over. Shady sites, water pump faucets, dump station."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $14 - $25 / night
"Pines Shelter (both of which provide excellent access to Pride Lake), followed by the next available left turn, just past the swimming pool on your left) and you’ll eventually arrive to Pine Grove Campground"
"Primitive tent sites include: tables, fire rings, parking, water and firewood nearby, shelter for rent, seasonal host, visitor parking, 2 modern cabins adjacent."
from $15 - $23 / night
"Sites have hard surfaces, fire rings, water, electric. No shade since trees have not been plant s as well f this date. Boat ramp nearby, resort has restaurant, playground, water park."
"CG offers river views, hard lanes, tables, fire rings, RR, playground, food, and is just 2 miles north of river town of Bellevue for supplies."
from $69 - $139 / night
"This campground is tucked into a little area next to a Walmart, Culvers, and Mini golf course. It sits between east Dubuque and Galena. When we stayed they had a dirt bike rally."
"The sites are VERY close together but we were next to very nice people, if you like space you won't like this. The bathrooms are nice , clean we showered in our trailer but the showers looked decent."
"CG is spread out along bottomland river forest and includes camping cabins, tent and RV sites, RR/showers, playground, dump and water stations, Eco Tourism store/grill, paddling rentals, Blue Heron Cruises"
"This campground offers lots of amenities, including: gravel, pads, fire rings, firewood, on site, campground host, playgrounds, water, dump station, both tent and RV sites, as well as cabins."
from $14 - $18 / night
"Camp offers site for all tastes: primitive and modern cabins and lodges, tents for small or large groups and couples. Hard roads, fire pits, tables, water, showers, supplies."
"CG open all year, offers standard sites including electric, water, septic, fire rings, tables. Firewood, ice, recycling, showers/RR, host available. Sites have shade and Tent sites available."
"Just minutes west of Davenport, Park Terrace Campground is a delightful county-operated camping destination nestled within the sprawling 620-acre West Lake Park."
from $27 / night
ScoutClean, quiet and nice facilities but the placement of the fire rings borders on the absurd. These are obviously RV sites so there's already little expectation of privacy but they're good size and leave ample space behind your camper. The site we were on was tree-lined in the back. Perfect for a fire ring, right? Nah. Instead they're out front 5 ft from the road. I've never seen anything like it. 🥴
LegendJust minutes west of Davenport, Park Terrace Campground is a delightful county-operated camping destination nestled within the sprawling 620-acre West Lake Park. With four picturesque lakes, rolling green lawns, mature shade trees and an impressive assortment of recreational activities, this is much more than your average roadside CG. Whether you're passing through the Quad Cities or settling in for a relaxing weekend, there's plenty to keep you entertained, including fishing, kayaking, hiking, disc golf and a seasonal swimming beach. It's an especially appealing destination for families who appreciate having a little adventure right outside their camper door.
The campground itself features approximately 77 campsites, including spacious RV sites with 50-amp electrical service, water and sewer hookups, plus 13 primitive tent sites tucked toward the wooded perimeter in the rear - so for those tent campers that like to be somewhat removed from the RV crowd, this is an excellent option. Most RV sites are reasonably level, with gravel parking pads, picnic tables and fire rings, although spacing can be a little cozy (er, tight) in places. Mature trees provide welcome shade throughout portions of the campground, while the modern bathhouse offers restrooms and showers. Additional conveniences include a dump station, playground, seasonal campground host and firewood availability. Best of all, the CG delivers an impressive collection of amenities without the hefty price tag of a commercial RV resort.
A few things worth knowing before arriving: the CG is accessed through Gate 5 off 110th Avenue, and water hookups are generally seasonal despite the CG's year-round designation. Some sites are more exposed than others, and the relatively close spacing means privacy isn't necessarily its strongest selling point. Nevertheless, for RV travelers, tent campers and families seeking affordable accommodations with outstanding recreational opportunities, Park Terrace is a terrific little discovery.
Insider's Tip: Tent campers should head toward the designated wooded camping area toward the back of the CG for a more traditional outdoor experience. RV travelers should bring an extra-long drinking-water hose, as some sites share water connections positioned several campsites apart. Also, the park gates close overnight, so plan your arrival accordingly.
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LegendThe camping cabins are provided with twin size bunks for four people and include air conditioning, heat, and a small refrigerator and microwave oven. A fire ring and picnic table are provided for each cabin. One tent is allowed on site.
SUPPLIES PROVIDED: Broom & dustpan. Refuse must be removed to nearby dumpster
*RENTER WILL NEED TO BRING:*Complete bedding with pillow, sheets, blankets and/or sleeping bags;All camping supplies; All bath linens & toiletries(Shower house located inside the park);Lawn chairs (if desired)
Rent-- $50/night payable by Visa or Mastercard. Sorry, but we are currently unable to accept Discover cards. Any questions please call 563-259-1876. Park offers playground, boat ramp, paddling rentals, store with grill, Eco Tourism Center pontoon rides, and nature center with displays and programs.
LegendThe camping cabins are provided with twin size bunks for four people that include air conditioning, heat, and a small refrigerator and microwave oven. A fire ring and picnic table are provided for each cabin. One tent is allowed on site.
SUPPLIES PROVIDED: Broom & dustpan. Refuse must be removed to nearby dumpster
*RENTER WILL NEED TO BRING:*Complete bedding with pillow, sheets, blankets and/or sleeping bags; All camping supplies; All bath linens & toiletries(Shower house located inside the park);Lawn chairs (if desired)
Rent- $50/night payable by Visa or Mastercard. Sorry, but we are currently unable to accept Discover cards. Any questions please call 563-259-1876. Park offers playground, store and grill, paddle rentals, nature center too.
LegendPark has multiple cabins. Pintail Cabin is an ADA compliant, fully accessible cabin that sleeps up to 6 people. The cabin includes a queen-size adjustable bed that raises and lowers for easy access, twin size bunk bed, a full-size sofa sleeper, table/chairs. Kitchen with refrigerator, microwave, electric cook top, sink. Central Heat/AC. Bathroom has accessible roll-in shower. There is also has a large deck and an accessible picnic table and fire ring outside. Bedding, towels, and kitchen cookware and utensils are not provided. The cabin has an ADA compliant access ramp. Tents are not permitted on this site. There is a playground, boat ramp, paddle rentals, Eco Tourism Center with small store and grill, and a nature center offering programs! The Blue Heron pontoon boat offers tours on the water too!
LegendThis campground offers lots of amenities, including: gravel, pads, fire rings, firewood, on site, campground host, playgrounds, water, dump station, both tent and RV sites, as well as cabins. There’s a store for Supplies, and a grill serving food. The Eco tourism center includes interactive and educational displays and programs. The marina offers slips for rent, boat rentals of canoes and kayaks. The campground can get very buggy, considering seasons in Iowa.
GuideIt’s small, quiet and clean. Booked on-line easily. Planned just for 2 days traveling cross country. Got a pull thru site, didn’t know the direction to pull in as their map didn’t show any arrows. Site is gravel, dirt and grass. Quite level and no blocks needed. Hook ups are situated properly for easy connection. Noted about 10 long term sites in use. Did not use any campground shower or toilet facilities. Follow directions given by campsite to avoid low railroad bridge. Followed their blue camping signs coming from i80 just fine. Geneseo is a nice small farm town with good supplies, gas , laundry. I would stay again if needed.
LegendIf sleeping on the ground has begun losing some of its charm, Summit Cabin 2 at West Lake Park offers a pretty compelling alternative. Perched atop a rolling prairie hillside overlooking Railroad Lake, this modern 1.2K sq ft cabin combines the serenity of camping with enough creature comforts that you might briefly forget you're supposed to be 'roughing it'. Managed by the Scott County Conservation Board, the cabin is ADA-accessible, sleeps up to eight and sits within a 620-acre county park encompassing 4 lakes, giving you plenty of nature outside the door without surrendering air conditioning, indoor plumbing or a proper mattress at the end of the day.Â
Inside, this place is impressively equipped with two bedrooms - one with a queen bed plus twin bunks and a second room with a queen - a queen sleeper sofa, full kitchen with stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave and dishwasher, dining table for eight, modern bathroom with shower, Wi-Fi, gas fireplace, heat and air conditioning. Outside you'll find a covered porch overlooking the lake, picnic table, fire ring and gas grill, with parking for 2 vehicles. The kitchen even includes dishes, cookware and utensils, although you'll need to bring your own bedding, pillows, bath towels and toiletries. Pets aren't permitted, which is worth remembering before Fido hops into the truck expecting a weekend at the lake.Â
The real advantage, though, is everything waiting beyond the front porch. West Lake Park offers four lakes for fishing and recreation, a seasonal swimming beach, boat dock, accessible fishing dock, paddleboat rentals, playgrounds, trails, disc golf and seasonal concessions. For forgotten groceries or something worthy of tossing onto that gas grill, nearby Hy-Vee Grocery Store on West Locust Street is a convenient Davenport resupply option; you're also close enough to the Quad Cities that civilization never feels particularly far away.Â
Insider's tips? Here's a handful: (1) Bring a couple of lawn chairs because that covered porch overlooking Railroad Lake begs for morning coffee and an evening sundowner, but it's in the shade - if you want to grab some proper dawn or dusk light, you'll need to bring your own seat; (2) pack all bedding and bath linens, because those aren't provided; (3) bring fishing rods and take advantage of the park's four lakes, or make a day of the swimming beach and paddling opportunities during warmer months; (4) Firewood is available for purchase inside the park, saving you from hauling your own; (5) Remember that only two vehicles may park at the cabin, although overflow parking is nearby (like literally 20 yards from the VIP parking you'll find here at the cabin); and (5) Don't arrive expecting to pitch an extra tent beside the cabin as tents and campers aren't permitted within the cabin area.Â
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GuideStayed one night as passing thru, has lots of pull thru sites, FHU, and 30/50 amp. Great bathrooms, some shaded sites. Kinda crazy, pulled into gate 5 to check if had available site, was told, had to go into gate 1, pick an open site, and then go back to gate 5 to pay!!! Thankful the ranger, who we followed into campground, set up, and were able to pay ranger, thus did not need to disconnect our tow car! Can book in advance online which would be easier, but we were winging the one night stay.
Cabin camping near Maquoketa, Iowa offers overnight accommodations in wooded Mississippi River bottomlands and limestone bluff country. Winter temperatures can drop to single digits while summer months average 80°F with high humidity. Seasonal flooding can affect river sites, particularly at Rock Creek Marina where bottomland forest sites may become unusable during spring thaws.
Float trips: Rent equipment at Rolin Wapsi Campground for river adventures on the Wapsipinicon. "They also offer Tubes, Kayaks, Canoes and a Shuttle service to float on the Wapsi River," notes camper Barbara R.
Stargazing: Take advantage of dark skies at Wapsi River Environmental Center where limited light pollution creates ideal viewing conditions. A camper observed the benefits: "After hours offers quite park, dark skies, and trails with wildlife."
Wildlife observation: Visit aquatic exhibits at Rock Creek Marina and Campground where the nature center showcases local species. "They also have an Eco Center with turtles, snakes, and an aquarium that our family really enjoyed," shares Chris F.
Hiking: Explore multiple trail systems throughout the region, with Eden Valley Refuge offering scenic routes. "There are about 5 trails to explore nearby. On the main trail to get to the pack in sites there are a few very small caverns you can visit that are accessible by stairs right off the trail," according to Linsey M.
Quiet surroundings: Experience peaceful settings away from urban noise at several cabin locations. At Bald Eagle Campground and Cabins, "Cabin sits at end of campground lane with covered porch, parking for 3 cars, ADA accessible," notes James M.
Fishing access: Enjoy multiple water bodies throughout the region for angling opportunities. At Rock Creek, the "grounds are on backwaters of the Mississippi so there are boat ramps, docks, and areas to fish," reports Chris F.
Pack-in privacy: Find seclusion at hike-in sites for a more remote experience. One Eden Valley visitor explains, "We love doing some backpacking and finding the most secluded sites we can. Well we found a pretty good one that is relatively close to our home and is rarely reserved."
Viewing platforms: Discover observation points for memorable vistas. "At night you can hike about a 1/2 mile to the Watchtower and watch the beautiful sun set over the horizon of treetops and if you stay long enough you can stargaze," shares a camper about Eden Valley.
Seasonal flooding: Monitor river levels before booking riverside accommodations. At Rock Creek Marina and Campground, a ranger advises to "Watch river levels for flooding, bugs can be bad since location is bottomland riverine forest."
Train noise: Be prepared for occasional disruptions at certain locations. At Blanding Landing, "trains are noisy—we slept through them but are also used to living by a train station. Your mileage may vary on that one," warns Mary S.
Primitive options: Pack accordingly for basic sites when booking rustic accommodations. At Eden Valley, "These sites must be reserved online and are $13 a night. Firewood is available for purchase at the main campground from the campground host."
Cell service: Expect variable connectivity depending on location. A Blanding Landing camper notes, "As a note, we have ATT and had decent cell service here," providing useful information for those needing to stay connected.
Playground access: Choose camps with play facilities for younger children. At Camp Liberty, "Camp offers site for all tastes: primitive and modern cabins and lodges, tents for small or large groups and couples... Surrounded by nature with forest, prairie, and lake."
Educational opportunities: Visit nature centers for learning experiences. Rock Creek "specializes in environmental education and the Eagle View Eco Center with exhibits and native live animals, trails, prairie, observatory, amphitheater," shares a reviewer.
Pet policies: Verify animal restrictions before arrival as they vary. At Blanding Landing, sites include "picnic table and fire pit. Most have electric," and the campground is pet-friendly, but policies differ at other locations.
Safety considerations: Choose sites appropriate for your group. At Eden Valley, a camper advises, "Site #2 has a short level area with an incline through the rest of the site, but this site is big. Due to this incline I believe you would not want to stay on this site during a storm."
Site selection: Research backing angles before arrival. At Blanding Landing, "Many sites are not real level," reports Tony D., making leveling systems necessary for comfortable stays.
Power availability: Confirm electric service types at your destination. At Off Shore RV Park, "Sites have hard surfaces, fire rings, water, electric. No shade since trees have not been plant s as well f this date," notes a reviewer.
Dump station locations: Plan waste management around available facilities. Rock Creek provides "dump and water stations, Eco Tourism store/grill, paddling rentals," allowing for complete service during your stay.
Site spacing: Prepare for variable proximity to neighboring campers. At Palace Campground, "Some sites were tight and the lack of fire rings was disappointing," mentions Mike F., highlighting the importance of selecting sites based on desired privacy.
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