Best Equestrian Camping near Mount Vernon, IA

Whether you're an RVer or tent camper, Mount Vernon, IA is a great place to post up for the weekend—or longer. Mount Vernon is filled with the activities, sights, and experiences to make everyone in your crew a happy camper. You're sure to find the perfect spot for your Iowa camping adventure.

Best Equestrian Sites Near Mount Vernon, Iowa (10)

    1. Wanatee Park (formerly Squaw Creek)

    6 Reviews
    Marion, IA
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (319) 892-6450

    $23 - $33 / night

    "We camped at this park for 9 nights with W/E on site with a dump upon exit/entrance.  Our site was unlevel but was able to get the RV right with tri-levelers. "

    "There are a variety of sites to choose from, nice trees, and a beautiful wildflower field to walk through."

    2. Matsell Bridge Natural Area

    3 Reviews
    Anamosa, IA
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (319) 892-6450

    "Nice quiet little primitive campground next to the Wapsipinicon River. Unfortunately, when I was there the last weekend of May, the gnats were bad, and the mosquitoes were just starting to gear up."

    3. Wakpicada Natural Area

    1 Review
    Central City, IA
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (319) 438-6616

    "Campsites right next to the pond and good tree cover made the experience fun anyway. Good bass and panfish fishing with quiet campgrounds that aren’t right next to each other."

    4. Six Pines Campground — Backbone State Park

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

    $15 - $25 / night

    "There are miles of trails. Is hiking your thing? What about equestrian? Maybe mountain bike trails? You can even take the family for a nice leisurely walk on the easier trails."

    "Backbone State Park is unlike any other place in Iowa, having geological features uncommon in Iowa.

    There are two campgrounds."

    5. Saulsbury Bridge Recreation Area - Main Camping

    4 Reviews
    West Liberty, IA
    32 miles
    Website
    +1 (563) 264-5922

    $15 - $20 / night

    "Located in Muscatine County in southeast Iowa, this rec area offers well-maintained campgrounds, hiking trails, fishing, kayaking/canoeing and seasonal hunting.

    There are three separate campgrounds."

    6. Lake Iowa County Park

    6 Reviews
    Williamsburg, IA
    44 miles
    Website
    +1 (319) 655-8465

    "Not too far off the highway.  Very clean and quiet.  The campground is above the lake but a short trail will take you to the lake.  "

    "The good: The area around the lake and near by pond, is not overly developed. There are wild raspberries and mulberries, lots of wildlife."

    7. Scott County Park- South East Corner Campground

    4 Reviews
    Long Grove, IA
    49 miles
    Website
    +1 (563) 328-3282

    $15 / night

    "Site is located in the very SE corner of the park with: charcoal grill, fire ring, outhouse, picnic table, recycle station adjacent, tie-up, hard surface for RV. No water onsite. Trails available."

    8. South Lake Campground — Backbone State Park

    2 Reviews
    Dundee, IA
    47 miles
    Website
    +1 (563) 924-2527

    $15 - $33 / night

    9. Loud Thunder Forest Preserve- Horse Corral Campgrounds

    1 Review
    Illinois City, IL
    46 miles
    Website
    +1 (309) 795-1294

    $20 - $26 / night

    "CG has nice corral with day use and camping sites: shelter available, elect pull in sites fire rings, wood available in park, tables, trails Lake George for fishing, paddling, boat rental."

    10. Jackson County Iowa Fairgrounds

    1 Review
    Maquoketa, IA
    41 miles
    Website
    +1 (563) 652-4282
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Equestrian Camping Reviews near Mount Vernon, IA

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Guide to Mount Vernon

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular equestrian campsite near Mount Vernon, IA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Mount Vernon, IA is Wanatee Park (formerly Squaw Creek) with a 4.8-star rating from 6 reviews.

What is the best site to find equestrian camping near Mount Vernon, IA?

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