Best RV Parks near Mason City, IA

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Best RV Sites Near Mason City, IA (70)

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Recent RV Reviews In Mason City

160 Reviews of 70 Mason City Campgrounds


  • Chloe T.
    Camper-submitted photo from Myre State Park Campgrounds
    Oct. 14, 2024

    Myre State Park Campgrounds

    Beautiful and easy to get to backpacking sites

    Sites are approximately 2 miles from parking and the hike it relatively easy with minimal elevation change. You have a choice between a grassy walk or walking mainly on tar and gravel as part of the Blazing Star Trail. They are also accessible by boat.

    There are 4 backpacking sites and they are well-spaced so you each have privacy. #3 and #4 are close enough that you could be in a group together but #1 and #2 are pretty isolated. Each site has a fire pit, picnic table, wood cabinet/fish cleaning table, at least 1 flat spot for a tent, and a nearby porta potty.

    Views of the lake are amazing with a variety of birds making appearances. Harvesting season may bring some farm sounds but otherwise, aside from the occasional train, you'll mainly hear the sounds of nature around you.

    If you can make the walk carrying everything, including water, on your back, definitely check out one of these sites.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Dows Pool Park & Campground
    Sep. 28, 2024

    Dows Pool Park & Campground

    Shady, quiet campground with electric & water hookups and a dump station

    I only drove through here I did not camp. It was quiet and the sites were shaded. I saw water, electricity and a picnic table at every site. The pads are gravel and very level.

    You can easily bike into town.

    There is a dump station.

    I had 3 bars of Verizon 4G which provided 70 down and 12 up.

    On T-mobile I had 5 bars of 5G and 100 down and 7 up.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Cedar View Park
    Sep. 28, 2024

    Cedar View Park

    Beautiful park, gross bath house

    This is a lovely park. It is fairly quiet, you can hear some highway noise in the distance. The lake is lovely and clean. The spots are gravel, most sites will require some leveling but are not too bad. 

    Each site has a newer electric pedestal with 30 and 50 amp service, and each site has a water spigot, as well as a picnic table and fire ring.

    There are a few sites that back up directly to the lake. There is a swimming beach and a dock. There is a city park adjacent to the campground with a playground and picnic shelter.

    I had 3 bars on on T-mobile which got me 64 down and 18 up. On Verizon I had 3 bars which got me 65 down and 12 up.

    The shower house was pretty bad though. It was older, which doesn't bother me, but it was dirty. There are camp hosts on site but I guess their duties do not include ever cleaning the restroom. There was food trash in there all week, and if you look around you'll find feces, blood, and personal hygiene trash including used condoms.

    I would stay in this campground again because I have a self contained unit and do not need to use the on-site shower house.

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Inglebretson Park County
    Sep. 24, 2024

    Inglebretson Park County

    Great overnight location

    Very inexpensive, convenient, nice place to stay for a layover. It's a first come basis with I believe 22 RV sites. 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. The very long Cerro Gordo County trail is close to 50 miles long. Believe the cost was only $15 on our summer early September rate and drops to $10 basically in October for a few months, which includes a small fire pi, tabke, and electric! I'll just say a gem of a simple place.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Clear Lake State Park
    Aug. 15, 2024

    Clear Lake State Park

    Nice but crowded campground

    Nice campground with grassy pull thru sites. But very close together. If full, you would have no privacy. Fortunately, it was 1/4 full, so no problem. Bathrooms clean, nice warm showers! Nice beach, lots to do. Would be a fun place if you don’t mind camping next to neighbors!

  • James P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from White Fox - Myre-Big Island State Park
    Aug. 13, 2024

    White Fox - Myre-Big Island State Park

    Wooded hideaway

    Roomy gravel sites. A mix of electric and non-electric sites. Commercial fire rings. Electrical needs refreshing. We had an issue with the 30A breaker not resetting on site 46E; eventually relocated to 47E. Park employee Noah was very accommodating and pleasant to deal with. He came out to the site to discuss options with us and eventually made some site reservation changes to resolve the situation. Close to town, nice historic district.

  • Nate H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Oakwoods Trails Campground
    Aug. 12, 2024

    Oakwoods Trails Campground

    Really Great Campground

    The owners Jan and Brian are super nice. The campground is a ways from their home and quite secluded and quiet. There weren’t any kids when we were there though, I imagine they could change the quiet aspect. The bathrooms and showers are very nice as are the sites. Well worth the $25 we paid!

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from Oakwoods Trails Campground
    Jul. 29, 2024

    Oakwoods Trails Campground

    Late weekend excellence

    Arrived Sunday evening and found the campsite mostly empty, (season pass members had campers here but there was only one other active camper). Staff was very friendly and helpful. TOILETS FLUSH! Showers clean, basketball court, horseshoes, and volleyball all provided. Could see the sites being kind of close and it being a little pricey but more than worth it in my mind. Site 6&7 were perfect for hammocks

  • T
    Camper-submitted photo from Riverside Co Park
    Jul. 22, 2024

    Riverside Co Park

    Great little city/county park!

    Beautiful large sites along the river so you can fish as well as has a pond that you can swim in with three beach entry areas. Large bath house with restrooms and showers and a little free library inside. Very long parking pads- big rig friendly and very roomy sites. Nice walking trails on the east and south side of the park. Very creative natural play park for children to play on. Full hook up sites with a very reasonable nightly rate. It appeared that some of the campsites were seasonal but couldn’t confirm that.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Myre State Park Campgrounds
    Jul. 18, 2024

    Myre State Park Campgrounds

    We loved it

    We were here mid week and pretty much had the place to ourselves. Beautiful old growth forest with lots of shade. For July the bugs weren’t bad. After traveling across South Dakota and dealing with 100 plus temperatures with no shade this was a welcome change. The rangers and hosts were welcoming and helpful. The bathrooms and showers are ultra modern and clean. We are planing on stopping back here on our way home.

  • Niki S.
    Camper-submitted photo from R Campground, Inc
    Jul. 15, 2024

    R Campground, Inc

    Very clean, friendly owners, great co-campers

    Randy was amazing and very attentive to my questions. Check in was super easy and the directions for check in were clearly spelled out. Everything was mapped out and the website was easy to use as well. The pond itself was pretty to look at and made for great photos, however it was loaded with geese which made it not user friendly. I would recommend this campground, and I will definitely go back to camp again!

  • Emelia O.
    Camper-submitted photo from White Fox - Myre-Big Island State Park
    Jun. 15, 2024

    White Fox - Myre-Big Island State Park

    Early Spring Camping

    We visited in early April so the sites were quite exposed, I can imagine they would be more private in the summer. Water and showers were not open yet as it was too cold but the vault toilets were well maintained.

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Myre State Park Campgrounds
    Jun. 2, 2024

    Myre State Park Campgrounds

    Nice Campground

    Ok cell coverage for Verizon, no issues web surfing. Site 7E was larger with a good size and distance from others. Not the fault of the campground, bugs were in full force. Tons of tree coverage and very humid making it a great place for the little buggers. Would probably visit October/November when cold gets rid of them and the tree coverage. Hard to see the amazing views in the summer. Again, no fault of campground, just a consideration. Also, no real potty spots for pups. Either weeds/woods or muddy spots attempting to be grass/weeds. Best was around the showers/restrooms. Those were by far the shining gem of this campground. Fantastic bathing facilities. We’re self contained, so didn’t need it but my spouse did go use the restroom there instead of waiting. We peeked in the showers and they were really nice looking.

  • Greg K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Alden riverview campground
    May. 5, 2024

    Alden riverview campground

    15$! Alden Riverview Campground

    30/50/110 power. Drinking water and dump onsite but not on sites. Wifi! Hot showers, playground,boat launch,fire pits,grills,good camp host.town is right there 2 bars and restaurants. Gas station I think was 8 blocks up to the right. Been hard to find all this for 15 bucks a day!

  • c
    Camper-submitted photo from Camp At The Woods
    May. 3, 2024

    Camp At The Woods

    Open year round

    Very accommodating super nice people helped us back in and set up in middle of winter after dark after we had drove 2 days from the east coast. Our spot was on an incline but the water worked when temp was below freezing the camp was nice with new park for kids new basketball court new pavilion wish we could have been there in the summertime I’m sure the pool is nice when uncovered. I saw laundry and bathrooms by the river.

  • EThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Myre State Park Campgrounds
    Dec. 6, 2023

    Myre State Park Campgrounds

    Great Campground, Even in 20° Weather

    We arrived after dark last night so we weren't able to see the gorgeous view until the sun rose! Luckily we woke up early and went for a walk right as the sun was coming up. It was quite cold, a little over 20°, but that meant the lake was frozen solid so we got to walk around on it! Tons of fun. Unfortunately the bathhouse, water spigots, and dump station were closed. That is not a super big deal since we have a camper. And it was publicized on their website about the dump stations being closed. The sites were spacious, the one we were in was non electric and a back-in site. But for $24 a night it was pretty nice! Especially would be worth it if more of the amenities had been open, but with how cold it is, it's very understandable that they would have them closed. There was still an outhouse with a vault toilet that was open. Unsure if there is a working sink because we did not use it. We had to call to make a same day reservation which was a tad bit annoying but the man on the phone was very helpful and nice so not bad at all.

  • MickandKarla W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Crystal Springs RV Resort
    Sep. 21, 2023

    Crystal Springs RV Resort

    Nice Campground

    As the campground(CG) is right off the interstate, it was easy to get to. Our check-in package was ready when we arrived at the little self-registration building at the entrance. We had requested site 40, where we had stayed two years ago, but they gave us back-in site 41 instead on the little lake. The utilities are in the middle of the site and worked well with water pressure near 45 psi. The sites are decently spaced for this type of CG. They have WiFi, but their info packet states it's not good enough for streaming but okay for email, etc. We got 3 bars on Verizon and used our MiFi since we were only here for two nights. The CG is right off I-35, so you do get some highway noise. This CG is very well kept, with mostly seasonal and permanent parties. We came in with two other 5th wheels and had no problem getting sites, but we did reserve well before our arrival. There was not a formal dog park, but there was plenty of area to walk your dog. We noted that this CG was featured in RV Life’s 2023 Discover The Best RV Parks& Resorts In Every State with this narrative:"This family-owned campground prides itself on cleanliness; there is an owner on-site around the clock to ensure it stays in top condition. The park is beautifully landscaped and has both pull-thru and back-in sites. All sites(some are waterfront) are level and offer full hookups and free Wi-Fi. There are onsite restrooms and laundry facilities that are kept sparkling clean. They also offer a lending library of books and movies. There is a large pond on the property that is perfect for fishing, kayaking, and other water sports, and there is a walking path that circles the pond." Check out the Spam Museum in Austin, MN. We thought the museum would be cheesy, but it was a nice facility and a great experience. The CG deserved this praise, and we again enjoyed our stay.

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Cedar Bend Park
    Sep. 7, 2023

    Cedar Bend Park

    Peaceful place

    It was so clean and peaceful. Not overly crowded. The camp host was so friendly and helpful.

  • v
    Camper-submitted photo from Cedar View Park
    Sep. 3, 2023

    Cedar View Park

    Wonderful Find!

    Great find! We thought we would be dry camping because it was Labor Day weekend. We found this Park on the app and thought we would check it out. It’s first come first serve. I really never thought there would be any hookups because of what I had read, but they had electric and water! We found a spot right on the Lake! Very busy but wonderful view, location and was only $20.00!

  • S
    Camper-submitted photo from Oakwoods Trails Campground
    Aug. 29, 2023

    Oakwoods Trails Campground

    Lovely campground with lots of trees!

    This is a great campground with lots of shade and spacious tent pads! The large oak trees throughout the campground made for beautiful scenery and nice spots to string a hammock up. My site was right next to the bathroom building which did have a light on all night, but I had an eye mask so that didn’t bother me. $25/night for a tent site

  • M
    Camper-submitted photo from Myre State Park Campgrounds
    Aug. 22, 2023

    Myre State Park Campgrounds

    Great spot in SE MN

    We stayed at the Big Island Campground in the beginning of August. The sites seemed pretty large to us. My kids loved skipping rocks at the little shore at the entrance to the big island. You cannot swim in the lake but there are canoes and kayaks to rent. We really enjoyed our time here. Rangers were super nice and helpful. We hiked about 5 miles, saw a few deer and other animals. Bathrooms were very nice and clean. All of us that remembered to reapply bug spray didn't have any bites.

  • Jason H.
    Camper-submitted photo from Interstate Co Park
    Aug. 10, 2023

    Interstate Co Park

    Empty but lovely.

    Here on a Wednesday (which is the only night the nearby restaurant is closed). It was empty. It's on a lovely river with swimming. Mostly people here for day use putting boats in.

    Showers have hot water.

    They don't take reservations. Would definitely stay here again if I'm in the area.

  • C
    Camper-submitted photo from White Fox - Myre-Big Island State Park
    Aug. 5, 2023

    White Fox - Myre-Big Island State Park

    Quiet private campsites

    Great spot for nature seekers. Great bike trails. Well spaced, quiet sites. Electric hookup for RV and easy dump station. Showers were what you can expect but good pressure and hot water. No where to swim in the lake.

  • M
    Camper-submitted photo from Albert Lea-Austin KOA
    Jul. 25, 2023

    Albert Lea-Austin KOA

    Day 4 of cross country trip

    People are nice small campground. Not much for kids to do but if your staying overnight it’s fine for travelers.

  • R
    Camper-submitted photo from Crystal Springs RV Resort
    Jul. 21, 2023

    Crystal Springs RV Resort

    Nice place to stay

    Nice, quiet 50+ campground. Everything is nice and well kept. We are looking for a long term site and I can see us staying here.

  • Art S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Myre State Park Campgrounds
    Jul. 12, 2023

    Myre State Park Campgrounds

    Nice wooded area off the highway

    There are two campgrounds in this state park. We snagged the last open site on the island. There are a mix of families, older folks and even a youth group. Our site is fully shaded as are most others. There is a central shower house and a couple vault toilets in the two loops. The trail heads out around the edge of the island. It’s a little over 1 mile long. There are a bunch of small trails leading to some spots to sit along the water. We headed down each offshoot and enjoyed our visit. A paved trail leads back and ends up right across from our campsite. The weather is cool so we stayed an extra day. The place cleared out on Sunday night. We are the only ones in this loop. We would stay here again but not in the middle sites. We feel too much in view of everyone which causes some distraction for the dog.



Guide to Mason City

Camping near Mason City, Iowa, offers a variety of experiences for outdoor enthusiasts. From serene lakeside spots to wooded retreats, there’s something for everyone looking to escape into nature.

What to do:

  • Hiking and Biking: Explore the scenic trails around the campgrounds. One camper mentioned, “The trails were in great shape and beautiful with past-peak grasses and developing colors in the trees” at Myre-Big Island State Park.
  • Fishing: Many campgrounds are near lakes, perfect for fishing. A visitor at Pine Lake State Park said, “Fishing is good here, as are the hiking trails.”
  • Cave Tours: Check out the cave tours at Forestville Mystery Cave State Park. One reviewer raved, “Love the cave tours! Some trails in the park are horse trails also, so you may encounter the occasional horseback rider.”

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A reviewer at George Wyth State Park noted, “The bathrooms and showers are ultra modern and clean.”
  • Friendly Hosts: Many campgrounds have welcoming staff. One camper at Blue Earth City Campground said, “The camp host, Denise, was very nice upon arrival.”
  • Quiet Atmosphere: Campers enjoy the peaceful surroundings. A visitor at Big Island Campground mentioned, “For July the bugs weren’t bad. After traveling across South Dakota and dealing with 100 plus temperatures with no shade, this was a welcome change.”

What you should know:

  • Mosquitoes: Be prepared for bugs, especially in warmer months. A camper at George Wyth State Park warned, “There were tremendous amounts of mosquitoes at the campground during our visit.”
  • Site Sizes Vary: Some sites may not be level or spacious. A reviewer at Pilot Knob State Park noted, “Not all sites are level, and most do not have delineated parking pads.”
  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds may lack certain amenities. A visitor at Eagle City County Park mentioned, “There is no pit toilet.”

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places with playgrounds and activities for kids. A camper at Maple Springs Campground said, “They have a river to walk along and playground and animals for kids to enjoy.”
  • Plan for Meals: Bring easy-to-cook meals or check for nearby dining options. One camper at Clear Lake State Park suggested, “Be sure to go to Diner 63 for lunch or dinner while you’re there.”
  • Pack Bug Spray: Keep the bugs at bay for a more enjoyable experience. A visitor at Big Island Campground noted, “We feel too much in view of everyone which causes some distraction for the dog.”

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Amenities: Make sure your site has the necessary hookups. A reviewer at Blue Earth City Campground mentioned, “For an incredibly low price, we were able to connect to water, dump, and electricity.”
  • Consider Off-Peak Visits: Camp during the week for a quieter experience. A camper at George Wyth State Park said, “I much prefer during the off season.”
  • Be Prepared for Noise: Some campgrounds are near highways or train tracks. A visitor at Clear Lake State Park noted, “Beyond the trees on one side of the campground is a major road so you’ll hear cars passing by.”

Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a fun family adventure, the camping options near Mason City, Iowa, have something to offer everyone.

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