Top Glamping near Mount Ayr, IA

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Best Glamping Sites Near Mount Ayr, IA (5)


Recent Glamping Reviews In Mount Ayr

39 Reviews of 5 Mount Ayr Campgrounds


  • Deb M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Winterset City Park
    Aug. 31, 2024

    Winterset City Park

    Great city park on a cute town

    Nice city park campground close to lots of covered bridges and other things to see. The sites are pretty well spaced with lots of grass and some trees in between. It was a good value for full hookup sites. The bathroom was decent, and phone service was adequate. We just spent one night here on our way home from Colorado, but will be returning in the fall to explore more and see some colors.

  • K
    Camper-submitted photo from Winterset City Park
    Jun. 21, 2023

    Winterset City Park

    Beautiful setting and quiet

    Wonderful setting and quiet place to stay. Beautiful views with quick access to Bridges of Madison County. Great hook ups and utilities!

  • Tammie C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Pammel County Park
    Jun. 4, 2023

    Pammel County Park

    I'll be back

    This is a beautiful park with lots to do and miles of woods to explore. AT&T cell service was excellent throughout. And camping fees are extremely reasonable. I didn't stay the night but will be back.

  • Sherry R.
    Camper-submitted photo from Lakeside Casino RV Park
    Mar. 14, 2022

    Lakeside Casino RV Park

    Clean And Quiet

    I stayed 3 nights traveling to my next work assignment. The park was clean with level sites. The front desk person was friendly and helped me with my reservation. It was a close walk to Pilot for supplies.

  • Carrie C.
    Camper-submitted photo from Hickory Hills Park
    Oct. 9, 2021

    Hickory Hills Park

    Osceola ,IA

    Pulled in late so didn’t get a good look, but from what I e seen this is a pretty nice campground. Looks to be about 10 sites, nicely spread apart. Big, clean fire pits with grills and a picnic table. Plenty of space to feel comfortable.

  • H
    Camper-submitted photo from Winterset City Park
    Sep. 26, 2021

    Winterset City Park

    Lovely Campground

    I just loved this campground. It has shade trees, grass, free showers and lots of room. It is part of a city park on the outskirts of Winterset. There is a dog park and one of the Bridges of Madison County is located within walking distance of the campground. This was well worth the 20 mile drive off I80. If I had known how m=nice this area was, I would have planned better and stayed here for more than one night.

  • Vita M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Lakeside Casino RV Park
    Jul. 25, 2021

    Lakeside Casino RV Park

    No frills clean campground

    All the spaces are pulled through. It is very clean. There is full hook up for water, electric and sewer. All spaces are paved. There are picnic tables scattered throughout the park. If you are here to gamble, you will love it. If you are here to rest, you will love it. My wife and I feel safe in this park. I am in a wheelchair and this park allows me to move around freely.

  • M
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake of Three Fires State Park
    Jun. 28, 2021

    Lake of Three Fires State Park

    Gem But Could Be Better

    As tent campers we found a lot to love at Lake of Three Fires, but also found ourselves wanting more. It’s got a gorgeous lake, and some camping sites are out of this world, but it can be inconsistent and there’s not a lot to do.

    Pros: -While the electric hookup sites were full, primitive campers had their pick of the campground even during the middle of the summer. Plenty of open non-electric sites to choose from.
    -Site 55 is an absolute GEM. Spacious and right on the water! We didn’t have any neighbors so it was like we had the whole place to ourselves. -Good fishing at the lake, and plenty of quiet spots to fish from -The lake is quiet and relatively calm -Excellent (and clean!) modern bathrooms, by far the best we’ve encountered

    Cons: -There’s not a lot to do other than fishing and hanging out by the campsite -The trails are quite poorly marked and seem to only have entry and exit points at each end of the point, so unless you want to commit to the full 8 miles, you’ll have to turn back at some point -The sites can be inconsistently sized. We found some tent sites that were less than half the size of our site, and they were packed like sardines. -A lot of the sites are sloped, so even ground can be hard to find. -The park is pretty rural, so if you need to make an emergency grocery or supplies run you might be out of luck. -No firewood on site, so you’ll have to come prepared or hope you can find some in town.

  • Rick D.
    Camper-submitted photo from Winterset City Park
    May. 16, 2021

    Winterset City Park

    A good place to relax and recharge

    We enjoyed a long weekend here reconnecting with friends.  The campground is well maintained and has a camp host on site.  The Shower/restrooms were clean and stocked.  Firewood is available for 8$ a bundle.  Sites are gravel base and  fairly level.  The city park has a edge maze that is unique.  The John Wayne museum and downtown are a 20 minute walk away. This is our second visit there and I would go back again.

  • Isaac F.
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake of Three Fires State Park
    Apr. 20, 2021

    Lake of Three Fires State Park

    Had the lake to ourselves!

    Although there were RVers and a nice group of Boy Scoutspaet of the time, there was no one else in our tent camping side. We had chilly weather, but marvelous views of the water with a rare flock of pelicans! Some of the trails were muddy, but there plenty of others to choose from. Red buds and flowers were starting to bring the forest to life.

    All fire pits have an incredible grate system for cooking. There's an over abundance of limbs and twigs for firewood, although a saw would come in handy. Clean, quiet, and as beautiful as ever- that's our lake!

  • T
    Camper-submitted photo from Lakeside Casino RV Park
    Nov. 20, 2020

    Lakeside Casino RV Park

    Good stop on the road

    If you are looking for a nice clean RV park on the road this is your place, if you are an outdoor enthusiasts looking for you adventure not for you. We stayed over night on our way down south. Very convenient off the free way. Good hookups and level pad. Photos are in fall almost winter so no leaves or green grass, not parks fault.

  • A
    Camper-submitted photo from Winterset City Park
    Nov. 7, 2020

    Winterset City Park

    Loved this cute park!

    We will definitely return, we loved this park. The bridges of Madisin County, Clarke Tower, cute local ice cream shop, John Wayne Museum! So much fun in a cute Iowa community!

  • Jessica
    Camper-submitted photo from Pammel County Park
    Sep. 21, 2020

    Pammel County Park

    Hideaway!

    I've hiked in Pammel before, and LOVE the area. We drive by the campground on our way down to the family farm on the regular, but staying in the grounds overnight was a whole different experience! We stayed with friends on sites 8 and 9 this past weekend. The concrete pads were awesome for leveling our popups, the sites were VERY clean, the bathrooms were immaculate and the firewood was a gem at $10 for a wagon full! Great hosts, great neighbors. Would absolutely stay again!

  • Katie J.
    Camper-submitted photo from Pammel County Park
    Sep. 8, 2020

    Pammel County Park

    Not Great

    Not overly impressed with this park. Sites were crammed together, not well maintained, and a lot of partying until 3am every night from young campers. Definitely seemed like a teenage hangout spot, without any redeeming qualities to make it worth the noise issues. The drive in was almost worth the trip, as the countryside is beautiful!

  • Chelsea G.
    Camper-submitted photo from Pammel County Park
    Aug. 2, 2020

    Pammel County Park

    Great state park

    First time visiting this park and will be returning! Pretty spacious between sites. Trails were great and our kids loved swimming in the lake.

  • Kayla F.
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake of Three Fires State Park
    Jun. 15, 2020

    Lake of Three Fires State Park

    Pretty Decent Campground

    The bathrooms and showers were well kept. Was lucky and got a campsite under some shade, but quite a few weren't so lucky. Ended up with site 60, right in front of the showers and bathrooms, which was great but also sucked. As soon as the bathroom doors opened the fans came on, which late at night was kind of annoying. Firewood is not sold on the campground, so you can burn what's on the ground or head to Hyvee for some wood in town. Unfortunately we got there late the first day so Hyvee had just closed and we had to try to find sticks in the dark. There are no signs showing what numbers were in that area or to the beach area, bathrooms, or garbage so you just have to explore to find it. Also there are lots of deer in the area at all hours of the day, so keep an eye out for them when traveling to and from town,

    Overall it was a great weekend and will probably be back. The only thing I really wish, was that the firepit be cleaned before we got to the site. We had to try and dig out all the burnt cans and foil with sticks.

  • R
    Camper-submitted photo from Pammel County Park
    Jun. 6, 2020

    Pammel County Park

    Nice quiet park next to Winnebago River - Winnebago's RV's are built here

    Sites are close together, but it wasn't crowded while we were here. Due to Coronavirus the restrooms and showers were closed, so I can not report on them. Would have liked to do the Winnebago factory tour but that was closed down as well.

  • Steve H.
    Camper-submitted photo from Hickory Hills Park
    Mar. 4, 2020

    Hickory Hills Park

    Nice park in the spring and fall! Historical site.

    Definitely a great camping place. Historical site. And a great place to rent out!

  • M
    Camper-submitted photo from Pammel County Park
    Jul. 29, 2019

    Pammel County Park

    Beautiful park!

    The campground is split into two parts. One part is mostly shaded and the other isn't. Thankfully, we camped in the part that was mostly shaded.  The trees provided enough shade, and the evenings were cool enough to keep our camper comfortable at night. The campground hosts were welcoming, friendly and knowledgeable of the park and the area.  I would give the park 5 stars, but feel the restroom/shower facilities were small for that many campsites. (I would probably go with a 4.5 if it was available).  The park itself is pretty good sized and offers water activities (Middle River and the Pammel Loop) and hiking. We didn't hike this trip, but trails looked to be pretty nice.  We did kayak the loop one day-it took about an hour for the 1.9-mile loop and water levels were pretty low. It's pretty easy/convenient as far as letting in and taking out. There is quite a bit to do in the area if you allow time and it's a really beautiful part of the state if you like to venture away from the campground. And it's quite the adventure to drive over the ford. :)

  • M
    Camper-submitted photo from Pammel County Park
    Jul. 8, 2019

    Pammel County Park

    Decent trip

    Site 30.

    We couldn't find many spots for the busy holiday but this park had a few. Very helpful host. Fun splashing in the river catching minnows by hand. Pretty park. Easy turns with the trailer. The RV spots were a mixed bag. Some shady (higher numbers), some full sun. Playground was skimpy. If you are over 12 ft, make sure and take the detour around the tunnel.

    There are water hook ups, I just had to use 75 feet of hose to get to it. And the electric I had to use a 30 ft extension cord. Funny, I didn't have either and had to drive 24 miles to Walmart on a holiday to get them. I do think site 30 was probably the worst from what I saw. Wish that when I called to ask about the sites the county office would have mentioned some sites the hook ups are super far away. The sites have a little concrete pad which makes it easier to level.

  • A
    Camper-submitted photo from Pammel County Park
    May. 4, 2019

    Pammel County Park

    Wonderful place to camp!

    Beautiful wooded campground with a water ford crossing and tunnel! There is a way to avoid the tunnel while pulling a travel trailer or 5th wheel. Wonderful hosts.

  • Tara K.
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake of Three Fires State Park
    Apr. 26, 2019

    Lake of Three Fires State Park

    Lots of trees!

    This campground ovvers a lot of shaded with trees hookup sutes and beautiful grassy non hookup sites. Frisbee golf course, playground, horse shoe pits and samdy heach area groomed daily. No wake lake perfect for fishing, canoeing and kayaking. Clean well-kept shower and bath buidling as well. Horse area for those who bring horses for the ridiing trails.



Guide to Mount Ayr

Camping near Mount Ayr, Iowa, offers a variety of experiences for outdoor enthusiasts. From beautiful lakes to well-maintained campgrounds, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

What to do:

  • Fishing: Many campgrounds, like Viking Lake State Park Campground, have great fishing spots. One visitor mentioned, "The lake is great for fishing, kayaking or swimming."
  • Hiking: Trails are available at places like Lake Ahquabi State Park Campground. A reviewer noted, "The lake is beautiful and the path around it is in great shape!"
  • Swimming: Enjoy a refreshing dip at Lake Icaria Co Park, where one camper said, "The beach area is awesome, rent boats if you want!"

What campers like:

  • Clean facilities: Campers appreciate well-kept restrooms and showers. A visitor at Des Moines West KOA Holiday stated, "Bathhouses were clean and private."
  • Spacious sites: Many campgrounds offer roomy spots. One camper at Lake Anita State Park Campground mentioned, "Plenty of space in tent area - shade and soft grass."
  • Friendly staff: Campers often rave about helpful personnel. A reviewer at Winterset City Park said, "Staff is one of the nicest and most helpful we've ever encountered."

What you should know:

  • Reservations: Some campgrounds, like Pammel County Park, require reservations. A camper noted, "If you don't reserve a site at the beginning of the year, you are out of luck."
  • Limited amenities: Not all campgrounds have markets or stores nearby. A visitor at Lake of Three Fires State Park Campground mentioned, "The park is pretty rural, so if you need to make an emergency grocery or supplies run you might be out of luck."
  • Noise levels: Some campers have experienced noise from other visitors. One reviewer at Lake Anita State Park Campground said, "A bit noisy when I stayed (people playing loud music into the evening)."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Activities for kids: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and swimming areas. A camper at Adair City Park mentioned, "Playground, tennis/pickleball courts, little zip line, and covered picnic area."
  • Safety: Choose campgrounds with good lighting and security. A visitor at Des Moines West KOA Holiday noted, "Police rolled through shortly after we arrived. Safe area now."
  • Plan for downtime: Bring games or books for quiet time. A camper at Pammel County Park shared, "This is a beautiful park with lots to do and miles of woods to explore."

Tips from RVers:

  • Leveling your rig: Some sites may require leveling. A reviewer at Des Moines West KOA Holiday said, "Gravel sites require some leveling."
  • Check for hookups: Ensure your site has the necessary hookups. A camper at Viking Lake State Park Campground mentioned, "Mostly level sites with options for tenting or RV."
  • Explore nearby attractions: Many campgrounds are close to local attractions. A visitor at Winterset City Park noted, "Nice city park campground close to lots of covered bridges and other things to see."

Camping near Mount Ayr, Iowa, provides a mix of nature, fun activities, and family-friendly environments. Whether you're in a tent or an RV, there's a spot waiting for you!

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