Best Cabin Camping near Nora Springs, IA

Several cabin options exist within a short drive of Nora Springs, Iowa, including McIntosh Woods State Park and Riverside County Park. Most cabins provide basic amenities such as beds, tables, chairs, and electricity, with varying levels of bathroom access depending on the location. A park visitor mentioned that "We stayed in one of the two yurts - bunk bed plus a futon and table/chairs inside. Picnic table and grill outside." At Riverside County Park, the cabin includes air conditioning and is fully furnished, situated on 200 acres of county land with access to fishing areas and walking trails.

Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. At McIntosh Woods, yurts represent a unique accommodation option, while Riverside County Park offers a more traditional cabin experience. Most cabins require advance reservations, especially during summer months from April through October. Pet policies vary by location, with some allowing dogs and others restricting them. According to one review, the "Cabin with air conditioning and fully furnished further up the river on 200 acres of county land" provides comfortable accommodations for those seeking more amenities than basic camping.

Most cabins include beds and basic furniture but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Kitchen facilities vary considerably, with some offering only outdoor grills and fire rings, while others include indoor cooking capabilities. Guests should verify what cooking equipment is provided before arrival. Firewood is available at some locations, though policies differ. Albert Lea, approximately 20 miles from Nora Springs, offers grocery stores and supplies for cabin visitors needing to stock up on provisions.

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Best Cabin Sites Near Nora Springs, Iowa (14)

    1. McIntosh Woods State Park Campground

    5 Reviews
    Ventura, IA
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (641) 829-3847

    $12 - $60 / night

    "Beautiful shaded campground near the lake, not far from town if you forgot something. We stayed in one of the two yurts- bunk bed plus a futon and table/chairs inside. Picnic table and grill outside."

    "Sites arranged in a circle around a clean shower house. Potable water. Only 2 non-electric sites. Most sites level. Sites are close to each other, not offering much in the way of privacy."

    2. Pilot Knob State Park Campground

    12 Reviews
    Forest City, IA
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (641) 581-4835

    $10 - $28 / night

    "Located by New Ulm, MN this campground has plenty of activities in the park or very near the park."

    "Standard site without electric was only $10.00 a night which includes a nearby water spigot to fill your tank with. Put toilets and showers available."

    3. White Fox — Myre-Big Island State Park

    22 Reviews
    Albert Lea, MN
    37 miles
    Website
    +1 (507) 379-3403

    "This is a rustic state park with limited amenities. There are no water or electric hook ups. However clean water is available in the park. The park does have flush toilets and showers."

    "Facilities are top notch and private. The nicest showed and restroom you can imagine. Large tent pads and a quiet area. Not busy when we went. There is a small hiking trail as well."

    4. Riverside Co Park

    2 Reviews
    Osage, IA
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (641) 732-5204

    "New Shower house/bathrooms. Natural themed kids play area including a huge tree house. City water and sewer with 50 and 30 amp to each site. Man made swimming pond with a lighted waterfall."

    "Large bath house with restrooms and showers and a little free library inside. Very long parking pads- big rig friendly and very roomy sites."

    5. Myre State Park Campgrounds

    20 Reviews
    Hayward, MN
    37 miles
    Website
    +1 (507) 379-3403

    "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."

    "Tent pad and fire pit were well maintained. Restrooms were well cleaned, if not exactly maintained (soap and Toilet paper ran light over the weekend, and spiders hung out after a cleaning)."

    6. Wilder City Park

    2 Reviews
    Clarksville, IA
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (319) 267-2245

    $14 - $22 / night

    "Wilder Park is a beautiful city park. Very much a gem, quiet and peaceful . 50 + sites with about half of them full hook up. Costs for a full hook up in 2022 was under $25 a night."

    "they have sand volleyball pickle ball miniature golf and huge checkers plus a couple playgrounds for the kids. it's a nice quiet family campground."

    7. Albert Lea-Austin KOA

    6 Reviews
    Hayward, MN
    37 miles
    Website
    +1 (507) 373-5170

    "They did have a $1 Sunday when we got there which was fun Ice Cream and topping for $1.  Then that night they had movies which was nice.  A great pool and play area for the kids."

    "It’s pretty close to the interstate, so just be aware you’ll hear that noise, it might be better once the trees have leaves on them. Would stay again!"

    8. KOA Kampgrounds of America

    4 Reviews
    Hayward, MN
    37 miles
    Website
    +1 (507) 373-5170

    "Check in was quick, spots were easy to pull into, the bathrooms were really clean, and it was surprisingly quiet despite the proximity to the highway. "

    "The showers are one temperature but it’s comfortable and the water pressure is awesome. The dressing room is big enough to actually dress in and your stuff can remain dry."

    9. Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park -Beavertrails Camp-Resort

    5 Reviews
    Austin, MN
    38 miles
    Website
    +1 (507) 584-6611

    "This is a nice park with a lot of activities for kids including a pool and jumping pad. The main park of the campground has people packed in pretty close."

    "Great park for kids and for adults to relax. Decently priced."

    10. Hidden Bluffs Resort

    3 Reviews
    Spring Valley, MN
    45 miles
    Website
    +1 (507) 498-5881

    $65 - $999 / night

    "The scenery is amazing with some easy hiking and fishing available, as well as all of the usual destination type amenities."

    "However, when checking in at night at staying in the "upper campground", be aware that there is another road the is very steep right next to where you go for the upper campground."

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  • Rhonda P.
    Jun. 8, 2018

    McIntosh Woods State Park Campground

    beautiful spot near lake

    Beautiful shaded campground near the lake, not far from town if you forgot something. We stayed in one of the two yurts- bunk bed plus a futon and table/chairs inside. Picnic table and grill outside. Walk to small town/restaurants.Clean bathroom facilities in area. Short hikes. Fishing nearby.

  • p
    Nov. 20, 2022

    Riverside Co Park

    Great full hookup 40 unit campgrount

    40 site Totally renovated 2 years ago nestled along the little Cedar river above the dam. New Shower house/bathrooms. Natural themed kids play area including a huge tree house. City water and sewer with 50 and 30 amp to each site. Man made swimming pond with a lighted waterfall. Volleyball and walking trails with primitive camping across the road. Cabin with air conditioning and fully furnished further up the river on 200 acres of county land. Fishing above and below the dam. Picnic table and fire ring at every site.

  • C
    Aug. 8, 2021

    White Fox — Myre-Big Island State Park

    Nice state park

    This is a rustic state park with limited amenities. There are no water or electric hook ups. However clean water is available in the park. The park does have flush toilets and showers. We found these to be in good condition and clean. The showers had warm water. The water stream is on a timer and so are the lights. The shower stalls are Individual stalls. The interior roads are dirt roads with a few potholes they are very narrow. The camping sites are nice sized and relatively private. There is a gravel pad on each site and some have a tent pad. Each site had a picnic table and a fire ring. There are plenty of walking and biking trails and there are walk-in tent camp sites. However, you cannot see the lake from the campground and there is no access to the lake from the campground. We were able to drive through the campground with our 40 foot fifth wheel. But just barely, be careful! 

  • M
    Aug. 26, 2018

    Pilot Knob State Park Campground

    Camping in the woods near town

    Located by New Ulm, MN this campground has plenty of activities in the park or very near the park. Plenty of hiking trails, playground for the kids, and an amazing sand bottom swimming pond surrounded by sand beach. Golf is also nearby at The New Ulm Country Club which is open to the public. Nice level sites with electric, picnic tables and fire rings.

  • Chloe T.
    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.

  • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 25, 2023

    Pilot Knob State Park Campground

    Layout of campground would be challenging if full

    General: A mixture of tent (non-electric) and electric sites, mostly arranged in several rows. 

    Site Quality: Mixed. Not all sites are level, and most do not have delineated parking pads (there is a small pavement indent to show where to access the site). A fire pit and picnic table complete the site. Most of the sites are too close together for our liking, however, when we were there (a Monday at the end of August, the day before school started), we were only one of three sites occupied so for our stay it didn’t matter. 

    Bathhouse: Basic but clean. My biggest complaint is there were no hooks or shelves for toiletries by the sinks. The showers looked nice but we did not use them. 

    Activities: Horseback riding (there are trails for this), hiking, fishing. Although we did see several trailheads, I did not have a map so didn’t explore them. There is an observation tower, but it is a two-mile walk/drive from the campground (on paved roads; I didn’t try to find hiking trails to get there). 

    Misc: A shout-out to the great host, Pam, who greeted us as we arrived. The observation tower, entrance gates, and picnic shelter were all constructed by the CCC and were beautiful. It almost seemed like the campground was an afterthought as it is outside the entrance gates and nowhere near the tower. The layout of the campground would be challenging if all sites were occupied.

  • Troy L.
    Sep. 21, 2021

    White Fox — Myre-Big Island State Park

    Awesome Site

    Facilities are top notch and private. The nicest showed and restroom you can imagine. Large tent pads and a quiet area. Not busy when we went. There is a small hiking trail as well. The lake isn’t anything spectacular, it’s quite dirty but we were only there for a night.

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 13, 2022

    White Fox — Myre-Big Island State Park

    Woodland/Prairie/Wetland

    We spent four nights tent camping at the White Fox Campground of Myre-Big Island State Park in June 2022. This park is a combination woodland/prairie/wetland setting. The White Fox Campground is on the fringes of a woodland. Our campsite was grassy and open with trees and shrubs curving along the back of the site. The site had the usual fire ring with grill and a large picnic table.

    There are some nice trails for hiking through woodlands and prairie and alongside wetlands. We saw a lot of wildlife: several deer, red squirrels, chipmunks, a raccoon, a woodchuck, lots of different birds, and several different types of butterflies. In the mornings the birdsong was pretty amazing, loud and long lasting.

    There are two freeways and a rail line near the park, but the noise from them was only bothersome on one morning of our stay.

    There is a second campground on the Big Island portion of the park. Big Island is wooded and has some beautiful trails that we enjoyed.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 16, 2024

    Pilot Knob State Park Campground

    Great place!

    Standard site without electric was only $10.00 a night which includes a nearby water spigot to fill your tank with. Put toilets and showers available. The friendly hosts made a point to come by to chat. Two fawns were born there, under one of the picnic tables and they were around all weekend. I’ll be back !


Guide to Nora Springs

Cabin camping near Nora Springs, Iowa, offers a serene escape into nature with a variety of amenities and activities to enjoy.

Cabin campers appreciate these amenities

  • At Riverside Co Park, you can find spacious sites with full hookups, including electric and water connections, making it convenient for cabin campers.
  • Pilot Knob State Park — Pilot Knob State Preserve features well-maintained facilities, including clean restrooms and showers, ensuring a comfortable stay.
  • Wilder City Park offers a peaceful environment with amenities like a dog park, volleyball courts, and a mini-golf area, perfect for family fun.

Cabin campers like these nearby activities

  • Enjoy fishing and swimming at Riverside Co Park, where you can relax by the river or take a dip in the pond.
  • Explore hiking and horseback riding trails at Pilot Knob State Park — Pilot Knob State Preserve, offering beautiful views and opportunities to connect with nature.
  • Engage in various recreational activities at Wilder City Park, including pickleball, basketball, and walking trails that connect to neighboring cities.

Some prices for cabin camping range from $10 to $25

  • Standard non-electric sites at Pilot Knob State Park — Pilot Knob State Preserve are available for just $10 a night, making it an affordable option for budget-conscious campers.
  • Full hookup sites at Wilder City Park are priced under $25 a night, providing excellent value for families looking for a fun getaway.
  • At Riverside Co Park, you can enjoy a reasonable nightly rate for spacious sites, perfect for a relaxing cabin camping experience.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular cabin campsite near Nora Springs, IA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Nora Springs, IA is McIntosh Woods State Park Campground with a 4.4-star rating from 5 reviews.

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