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Rivers Bend Campground and Mill Creek State Park accept pets at their campsites, cabins, and RV spaces. The standard pet policy includes leash requirements, with pet owners responsible for waste cleanup. Campsites are well-maintained with spacious, shaded areas that provide privacy for pets and owners alike. Newton Hills State Park, popular with dog owners for its year-round accessibility, offers pet-friendly trails and scenic views. When camping with pets, facilities typically include picnic tables, fire rings, drinking water, and electricity, with some locations offering sewer hookups and sanitary dump stations.
Most campgrounds near Orange City maintain clean facilities with accessible bathrooms and showers. A dog park at KOA North Sioux City provides space for pets to exercise off-leash, though it was noted as not being as well-maintained as other areas of the campground. Multiple hiking and walking trails accommodate leashed pets throughout the region, with paved options available to reduce tick exposure. The area's moderate temperatures from April through October create ideal camping conditions for pets, though summer heat may require additional shade and water considerations. Nearby communities offer veterinary services and pet supply options for emergency needs during extended stays.
"New seasonal County park and CG has standard sites, fire rings, tables, firewood, swimming beach, fishing, boating, hiking including access to Sioux Center's trail system, shelters, lodge, archery range"
"Great spot with a swimming lake, fishing lake, and hiking trails through the prairie. Less than three miles from town"
"This is a small little kmown spot in the small town of Alton Iowa. It is $10 and there are a couple spots that have electric hook ups, a water pump hydrant, And a dumpsite."
"We enjoyed all the trails that the city of Le Mars offers. The shower house was exceptionally clean. The campground itself was clean and well kept."
"The lake is clean and very pretty. The shower house is newly renovated and very nice. One of our favorite places to stay at!!!!"
"Only 4 stars due to neighbors leaving their dog outside barking constantly until they returned. Against park rules so maybe a one off. Water front on 80% of spots."
"There is a swimming hole with a little beach and walking/bike trail. They have tent sites that you have to walk to but they are right on the water away from all of the RV sites."
"Small lake where boating is permitted but no gas motors. Also nice for canoeing, kayaking or fishing. Nice paths for hiking or biking. Only half mile to town where you can get anything you need"
from $17 - $20 / night
Check Availability"Love this place very close to the major city of anything is needed. Nature and trails all around, lake for fishing and swimming, love to come out during the summer with the dogs!"
"The spacious and clean facilities provided the perfect backdrop for our outdoor getaway, offering a blend of adventure and relaxation away from the city."
"Park has nice trails and bluffs. Bison are within the park but did not see. Rangers and staff very friendly. Would be great for overnighter."
"The view from the ridge goes for miles, you can actually see Iowa. Site #9 is partially shaded and very level with just a slight walk to the restroom facilities."
from $24 - $50 / night
Check Availability"The camping sites are a little close to each other. 10 sites with full hookups."
"Clean lake with boating. Private lake so no fishing license required."
"I believe you can even rent or request a golf cart to make getting around easier. The only regret I have is not staying longer. Truly a wonderful place.
Sprint/T-mobile data was around 56 Mbps down."
from $45 - $65 / night
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ScoutThis KOA is well-maintained, a little older but the grounds are nice and it is well organized and maintained. The dog park is not so well-maintained but was adequate and the pool was clean, and there is easy access to the freeway Both north and south
ScoutCute and historical city park that offers multiple 30 Amp hook up sites for $15. Water is available. Lots of play grounds, dog park, disc golf, and historic Lewis and Clark campsite.
ScoutStayed for 3 nights. Very shady, but does not have sewer or water hookup. 30 amp electric service. Grounds are well maintained and the restroom and shower facilities are very up to date but heavily used. Sites are closer than I like. Park has nice trails and bluffs. Bison are within the park but did not see. Rangers and staff very friendly. Would be great for overnighter. The most irritating thing about the park were the next door neighbors who let their five dogs use our campsite as an area for deification. People with pets need to be respectful of others. I have come to the conclusion that all pets should be banned from public lands.
GuideThis KOA just north of the Iowa border is first class. ! Friendly staff and perfect for kiddos. The pool and adventure area are right up your alley if traveling with kids.
LegendThis is a large state park in the northwest corner of Iowa, surprisingly wooded considering how close to Sioux City it is located. Touted as a year-round park, there is a large network of trails, some of which can be used as equestrian. HOWEVER, the trails are not labeled and there is no (or very fleeting) cell service so that even after looking at the map (located on a board in the park, not a paper one), I wandered aimlessly around the park getting lost. One of the trailheads requires that you tramp directly through Site 12 to access! I explored this trail for approximately a quarter of a mile, but it became very overgrown and because I was not sure where I was going, I ended up turning around.
The campground is divided into three sections
• Sites 1-11 are located on either side of the access road are a bit too close together for our preference and despite the park being so wooded, have no foliage or other visible separation between the sites. These sites all have electric hookups
• Sites 12-14 are at the top of the hill and have the easiest access to the restrooms; they also have electric hookups. In my opinion, Site 14 would be the most desirable. Given that there are only three sites here, there was a surprising number of cars driving past these sites.
• Sites 15-30 are primitive tent sites and located near Cabin#3 (a CCC cabin).
The bathrooms were clean and (don’t laugh at me), the toilets had lids! Given the current virus situation, this was a nice and welcome surprise!
There was no camp host and we only saw one ranger during our stay. There is a nice playground, but it is not located anywhere near the campground (it is located closer to two of the cabins). If you are camping with children, please note this. There are three cabins, one that was built by the CCC and a lodge which also looked to be a CCC product, although it did not appear to be open when we were there.
TravelerScenic park is across the Missouri river from Sioux City, Iowa. It is easy to get to. Very friendly staff. Restrooms are kept clean. It is a large campground with several different restrooms with showers. There is a number of permanent campsites, there is also some that can be reserved. Some are also pull thru's. Ice and firewood are available on site. There is a separate area available for tents. With it being on the edge of South Sioux City, Ne and across the river from Sioux City, Ia. there is lots of shopping options close by. It can also be reserved for groups, with a shelter available for use. There are some sunny spots and also spots with lots of shade. I really like this campground!
GuideI find writing a review for this state park and campground to be quite difficult. The park itself is great. It’s very beautiful, very serene, and not crowded. There’s a little more action around the rock climbing area, and the play area can get quite rowdy with local children as well as campers.
My problem totally lies with the campsite. First and foremost all of the campsites are extremely cramped and extremely open. Even the ones that look like they are hidden in trees and bush, are actually mere feet away from the next campsite. And therefore there really is no privacy or feeling like you’re out in the country.
This campsite, as a whole, from what I could tell on my visit, is used by people whose primary objective is to sit outside with their friends and drink. This is not a campsite to serve people who are coming primarily to enjoy the park. This means that there are a lot of screaming children, rowdy late night conversations, and more than a few misbehaved pooches (the dog in the site next to me —to my right by 20 ft—was territorial and growled at everyone who walked past).
I would come here again to enjoy the park, but I definitely would not camp here again. It felt more like a Boy Scout jamboree, but with adults and alcohol.
GuideA good place to camp for the night with gas and groceries nearby. All sites have electricity but only 20/30/60 amps. Water spigots are spread throughout the campground. A dump station is located at the west entrance across the driveway from the pay station. It's northwest Iowa (cattle country) so you will notice a hint of something special in the air.
TravelerLove this place very close to the major city of anything is needed. Nature and trails all around, lake for fishing and swimming, love to come out during the summer with the dogs!
Orange City, Iowa sits at an elevation of 1,450 feet in the northwest corner of the state, experiencing hot summers and cold winters typical of the Midwest. The surrounding area features rolling prairies, farmland, and small wooded areas with several lakes and reservoirs providing water recreation options. Camping season typically runs from April through October, with most facilities closing during winter months.
Fishing lakes: Sandy Hollow Park Campground features both a swimming lake and a separate fishing lake, providing opportunities for anglers. According to Miranda M., it's a "great spot with a swimming lake, fishing lake, and hiking trails through the prairie. Less than three miles from town."
Water activities: Rivers Bend Campground offers lakefront camping with multiple water options. Jenny R. notes: "Water front on 80% of spots. Two fishing ponds & one swimming," making it ideal for families who enjoy both fishing and swimming.
Hiking trails: Newton Hills State Park provides numerous hiking options just across the state line in South Dakota. "There are plenty of trails and clean restrooms to use. Overall we really like this location," says Jennifer S., though she cautions "some of the sites are pretty close together."
Prairie wildlife viewing: Blue Mounds State Park offers a chance to see bison in their natural habitat. Derek S. shares: "Bison roam a small area of a few hundred acres where prairie smoke and other native plants make a last stand in a landscape of Sioux quartzite rock outcroppings, cliffs, streams, rivers and waterfalls."
Clean facilities: Willow Creek Campground receives high marks for its well-maintained facilities. Mallory S. was particularly impressed with the bathrooms: "The bathrooms are stupendous! Shiny floor, air conditioned and residential faucets in the showers! No button pushing!"
Full hookup options: Sandy Hollow Park Campground offers several reservable full hookup sites. Donald N. describes it as "Peaceful and relaxing camp. Camp hosts are friendly and incredibly helpful!!! 3 Reservable full hook ups, otherwise first come."
Dog friendly campgrounds near Orange City: Mill Creek State Park allows pets, making it one of several dog friendly options in the area. Kris H. describes it as a "Very modern campground with part time resident hosts. Rangers are also available. 4 modern cabins and 48 sites with water, electric, cable tv, internet, and separate dump station."
Beach access: Many campers highlight the beaches at local campgrounds. Kaitlin B. says Rivers Bend Campground has "a swimming hole with a little beach and walking/bike trail," adding that "the town of Rock Valley is small but very quaint."
Water issues: Some campgrounds in the region have experienced water problems. At Blue Mounds State Park, a visitor noted: "They give you jugs of drinking/cooking water when you check in, and for now the showers and swim beach are off line."
Limited privacy: Many campgrounds in the area feature open layouts. At Lazy H Campground, Jennifer S. observes: "Sites are close and although they've planted some nice trees, they are small and aren't providing shade yet. Overall, really nice spot if you are into amenities rather than privacy."
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