Best Cabin Camping near McGregor, IA

Several cabin options near McGregor, Iowa provide overnight accommodations with varying levels of amenities. Fire Tower Cabin at Yellow River State Forest offers a basic kitchen with refrigerator, microwave, coffee pot, and table with chairs. The sleeping area includes a queen bed and two futons, with air conditioning, heat, and a fireplace. "This cabin has basic kitchen: fridge/freezer, micro, coffee pot, table/chairs, sleeping room with queen bed, 2 futons, AC/heat, fireplace screened porch, grill/smoker and fire ring outside," notes one visitor. Pikes Peak State Park Campground and Spook Cave and Campground also provide cabin rentals with electricity and basic furnishings.

Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. The Fire Tower Cabin at Yellow River State Forest lacks indoor plumbing, requiring guests to use a pit toilet located nearby. In contrast, family cabins at Backbone State Park include full bathrooms with toilets and showers. According to one camper, "We stayed in a family cabin that sleeps up to 4 people. The bathroom included a toilet and shower. The small, but cozy bedroom included a mattress - you're responsible for bringing your own linens." Most cabins require advance reservations, with some locations implementing a two-night minimum stay during peak seasons.

Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Cooking facilities vary significantly between locations, with some offering only outdoor fire rings and others providing refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers. The Fire Tower Cabin includes potable drinking water available outside the structure. Backbone State Park cabins provide more extensive kitchen amenities including stoves, refrigerators, microwaves, pots, pans, and coffee makers. Outdoor amenities typically include fire rings, grills, and picnic tables. Firewood can be purchased at most campgrounds or in nearby towns, though Iowa regulations require firewood to be obtained within the county where camping occurs.

Best Cabin Sites Near McGregor, Iowa (27)

    1. Pikes Peak State Park Campground

    29 Reviews
    McGregor, IA
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (563) 873-2341

    $20 - $35 / night

    "Very nice trails! Some trails are long with a lot of up and down through valley and ravines, so be prepared for the hike."

    "It is within walking distance of the overlook of the magnificent Upper Mississippi River at the confluence of the Wisconsin River. There are other walking/hiking opportunities."

    2. Big Paint Campground — Yellow River State Forest

    12 Reviews
    Waterville, IA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (563) 586-2254

    $15 / night

    "Visited the 3 lookouts including Iowa only Fire tower. Bird life is colorful. Lots of places to hike. Scenery is lush. I had no phone service."

    "Not a lot of free parking options in this part of Iowa. No water, electric, or dump station, so very much like a parking lot overnight from that perspective."

    3. Boulder Creek Campground

    3 Reviews
    Bagley, WI
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (608) 996-2201

    $32 - $260 / night

    "The water attractions are great for the kiddos and the cabins aren’t half bad either!"

    4. Fire Tower Cabin — Yellow River State Forest

    2 Reviews
    Waterville, IA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (563) 586-2254

    $75 / night

    "Cabin has basic kitchen: fridge/freezer, micro, coffee pot, table/chairs, sleeping room with queen bed, 2 futons, AC/heat, fireplace screened porch, grill/smoker& fire ring outside, table, potable"

    "Horses welcome, firewood and ice available. Historical Fire Tower hike/visit is a must. Primitive pack-in sites, 1 cabin available."

    5. Spook Cave and Campground

    1 Review
    Marquette, IA
    6 miles

    "The train tracks are extremely close to slot of sites. Very loud. K ly bsd thing. Cave tour was great but at extra cost. Lake/swimming/fishing was great. Cabin was clean and nice."

    6. Sports Unlimited Campground

    1 Review
    Prairie du Chien, WI
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (608) 326-2141

    7. Six Pines Campground — Backbone State Park

    29 Reviews
    Dundee, IA
    34 miles
    Website
    +1 (563) 924-2527

    $15 - $25 / night

    "This has been one of my favorite state parks in Iowa to camp thus far. I've tent camped in April and cabin camped in October."

    "This place has tent, rv and cabin camping, you can choose modern or non modern camping."

    8. Spook Cave & Campground

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    Marquette, IA
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (563) 539-4114

    $35 - $550 / night

    9. Red Barn Resort and Campground

    2 Reviews
    Lansing, IA
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (563) 538-4956

    $25 - $39 / night

    10. Skip-A-Way Resort

    3 Reviews
    West Union, IA
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (563) 423-7338

    "They have permanent sites and rentals. There is tent sites and rental campers also. Sewer, water and electric."

    "This was a nice campground next to a small town- nice quiet sites. Sites were kind of close together. Mostly seasonal spots here."

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Cabin Reviews near McGregor, IA

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Guide to McGregor

Cabin camping near McGregor, Iowa offers a unique blend of nature and comfort, perfect for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Explore the Scenic Trails of Yellow River State Forest

Enjoy Fishing and Water Activities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular cabin campsite near McGregor, IA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near McGregor, IA is Pikes Peak State Park Campground with a 4.6-star rating from 29 reviews.

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