Top Tent Camping near Otho, IA
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Best Tent Sites Near Otho, IA (5)
2. Ambrose Call State Park
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3. Whispering Oaks RV Park
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- Picnic Table
5. Bessman-Kemp Park
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Recent Tent Reviews In Otho
185 Reviews of 5 Otho Campgrounds
Pat F.
Guide
Don Williams Park
Quite and nice
Very quite and nice campground, we camped on top of the hill in tents it was awesome view and potable drinking water next to camp, bathrooms and shower facilities was clean and nice
- RRyan S.Guide
Dows Pool Park & Campground
Shady, quiet campground with electric & water hookups and a dump station
I only drove through here I did not camp. It was quiet and the sites were shaded. I saw water, electricity and a picnic table at every site. The pads are gravel and very level.
You can easily bike into town.
There is a dump station.
I had 3 bars of Verizon 4G which provided 70 down and 12 up.
On T-mobile I had 5 bars of 5G and 100 down and 7 up.
- ccedded S.
Scout
Sportsman Park
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Alden riverview campground
15$! Alden Riverview Campground
30/50/110 power. Drinking water and dump onsite but not on sites. Wifi! Hot showers, playground,boat launch,fire pits,grills,good camp host.town is right there 2 bars and restaurants. Gas station I think was 8 blocks up to the right. Been hard to find all this for 15 bucks a day!
- Amanda W.Scout
Jester County Park
outing
went out here with family and had a amtime azing
- Amanda W.Scout
Jester County Park
camping
we love it here people are great price is Right Showers are hot every time it a WOnderfull place •to be .
- Pat F.Guide
Swede Point Park
Great little gem
Great little hideaway of a campground, very reasonably priced and clean , fresh drinking water with dump stations and hot water showers and modern toilet facilities,
RN P.Scout
Swan Lake State Park
Perfect
Tented camped in late October, the weekend before closing. I was only tent camper in the electric only sites. If there was a tent only location, I didn't see it. Those in campers that need water and electricity are regulated to gravel 'parking lot' sites.
Beautiful park with playgrounds, swim beach, fisbee golf, paved trail, many fishing bars, and more.
Electric only sites are small and spaced out well. Most have level drive perfect for sm camper or suv camping. Grass has slope, but I think you can find a good enough place for tent, I did. Bathroom clean enough, I didn't use showers. I enjoyed the privacy of lake-front site J.
- RRogerGuide
Swede Point Park
Nice Quiet place to spend the weekend
Great place to stay. Just a few minutes drive to High Trestle Bridge and right off the river. People were accommodating and friendly. Right between Madrid and Woodward with small town conveniences…
Pam H.
Traveler
Grotto Campground
Nice quiet camping
Stopped for the night , so I could see the Grotto in the morning. Very clean restrooms/showers. Only one other camper here. Shaded spots, great Wi-Fi, good cell service. Next to train tracks but only one train came by and it wasn’t loud. Definitely recommend if you’re in the area. You pay at the gift shop across the street. $20 for RV and $10 for tent.
- Pat F.Guide
Swede Point Park
Quite and friendly
It’s very quite here and the few guests that are here are friendly, has a water full hydrant to refill water jugs and bathroom is full and functioning with hot showers and electricity very clean and very nice
Ashley M.ScoutSportsman Park
Awesome
Great camping sites! Can’t beat the price. Showers and toilets that were clean. Very peaceful. Best place we camped from Michigan to Washington!
- jjeremy K.Traveler
Lizard Creek Ranch Camping
Great place to stay
Very nice park with a nice restaurant and many things to do in the area. Very pretty and taken care of.
- Pat F.Guide
Swede Point Park
Nice and quiet
Very quiet and nice neighbors camping next store , fresh water well on pump next to our campsite number #1 electric and non electric site’s ,electric sites run $18 a night non electric $11 a night , has very clean bath house with toilets and hot water for showering
- RRichard &.Guide
The Grotto of the Redemption RV Park
Nice place to stop while visiting the Grotto
We stayed at the Grotto of the Redemption RV park for two nights. We were in our class C while slowly making our way across the country. We had no problems getting a spot here. There are two areas. One is very close to a train line, which runs infrequently. Sites are grass, level, and reasonably well maintained. All sites are pull through. Only electrical hookups are available at the sites. This is in good condition. There is fresh water and a dump station available. Each site has a nice grassy area and there are plenty of large trees. Staff was very friendly and helpful. There was a park nearby with a playground.
The RV park is near the Grotto. The Grotto is a fascinating achievement worth a look if you are in the area.
We had 2 bar LTE with Verizon. Our hotspot was usable and performed very well. Campground wifi was not available.
We enjoyed our brief stay at this campground. We will stay again when traveling this way.
- Jeannie D.Guide
Featherstone County Park
Snug
Snug if you have slide outs, must watch to see you don't hit neighbor's trailer as you extend. Awnings literally touch neighbors. Crazy good time, if that's what you're into. I like the cabins!
- Jeannie D.Guide
Spring Lake County Park
Family Tradition
We love to return here every year!
Recently updated two-way fresh-fill/santiary dump station. There is Ice Cube Consessions and the skating rink from Memorial Day through Labor Day every year. Great long-term hosts really make this park feel like going home.
- Jeannie D.Guide
Joe Sheldon County Park
Beautiful hiking!
This is a lovely and expanding park. Spacious, level pull through sites with full hookups. Decent Verizon coverage. Shower houses could use updates.
- Jeannie D.Guide
Briggs Woods Park
Pretty place
Nice camp, decent sites, GREAT buddy sites! Cell service is null, and no wifi. We do love the hiking over here!
- Jeannie D.Guide
Brushy Creek State Recreation Area North Equestrian Campground
GREAT lake!
I like beach camp, but I LOVE north equestrian camp. Wish the boxes accomodated my rig. It's easy in spring or fall, we can get by with 30 amps. If you need 50 amps, you're going to want to head to the Beach Camp.
- Jeannie D.Guide
Kennedy County Park
Getting away from it ALL!
Decent smaller county park with newly installed blacktop trail around lake and golfcourse next door. No cell service provider functions in this park. The WIFI is shared between dozens of sites, speed averages right around 5mps. The rest of everything out here is WONDERFUL! Great neighbors, wildlife, the trail, fishing, boating, the playground… everything else is wonderful.
- Jeannie D.Guide
Dolliver Memorial State Park
Love Dolliver
One of my favorite hiking spots! Camping here is comfortable enough. Sites can be a little squat in the middle loops, and no fhu. Antenna coverage is fine for catching your evening weather report, but cell service cuts out as you drive down into the park, and does not resume until you come back up and out. There's no wifi, and I'm not sure how satellite service would fare down here. Our Dish barely kept up with the antenna, so I'm guessing satellite's a meh. If you have anything you'd like to listen to or watch, download it before going in. But, honestly, the hiking is so good, it'd be silly to worry about much of anything down here. I rarely do.
- Jeannie D.Guide
Ledges State Park
It's okay
Great vibes. Camp's pretty far from the bones of the park, but the hike's relatively plesant. Cell coverage is terrible out here, and there is no WIFI to help keep people connected.
- Jeannie D.Guide
Webster County Kennedy Park Campground
No Service
Great sites, phenomenol hosts. LOVE the playground, and the culture; this is home during the summer months. Terrible WIFI, absolutely no cell coverage out here. Not sure how they justify raising camping rates here if the ameneties do not reflect modern needs for family enjoyment. Yes we like smores, and watching the birds, and fishing, and hiking; but so help me, we like our Netflix too, and I sure would like to be able to watch the weather report. Even Dish coverage is spotty out here. It's weird, we're not down in a valley or anything. Not sure why this is such a dead zone out here.
- Lory B.Scout
Gordon Prange City Park
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hope you like flooding and bugs all over the bathrooms.the city clerk was nice to your face but not when your back is turned , but other than that the town people are very nice
- ddariohillScout
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Guide to Otho
Camping near Otho, Iowa, offers a mix of beautiful nature and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventurous getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to explore.
What to do
Hiking and Scenic Views: Many campers enjoy the trails at Ledges State Park Campground. One visitor mentioned, "The campground is well kept but busy in the summer months with it being a popular hiking destination for Des Moines locals." The limestone cliffs and canyon roads provide stunning views.
Fishing and Water Activities: At Bob Shelter Recreation Area & Campground, fishing is a big draw. A camper shared, "Clean, level sites, close to fishing, it was fun watching the water come through the dam." This area is perfect for those who love to cast a line.
Family-Friendly Fun: Jester County Park offers a playground and various outdoor activities. One family noted, "We love it here; people are great, and the price is right. Showers are hot every time; it’s a wonderful place to be."
What campers like
- Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A visitor at Prairie Flower Recreation Area said, "Clean shower house and restrooms. Would we go back? That's a definitely yes."
- Spacious Campsites: Many enjoy the roomy sites at Cherry Glen Campground. One camper remarked, "This campground is big and clean. It’s pretty peaceful & quiet."
- Friendly Staff: Campers often mention the helpfulness of campground hosts. A review for Des Moines West KOA Holiday highlighted, "Staff is one of the nicest and most helpful we've ever encountered."
What you should know
- Cell Service Issues: If you rely on your phone, be aware that some campgrounds, like Iowa Ledges State Park, have poor cell coverage. One camper noted, "Cell coverage is terrible out here, and there is no WIFI to help keep people connected."
- Busy Seasons: Popular spots can get crowded, especially in summer. A visitor at Timberline Campground mentioned, "Great, safe, and quiet campground... pretty empty after Labor Day during the week."
- Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Acorn Valley, do not have showers. A camper pointed out, "It's just an old basic campground, inexpensive, everyone welcome."
Tips for camping with families
- Playground Access: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds, like Jester County Park. One parent said, "We parked at a site by the playground and bathhouse, and could sit at our camper and watch our son play at a safe distance."
- Plan for Activities: Choose campgrounds that offer various activities. A camper at Prairie Flower Recreation Area mentioned, "There is something for everyone here and a great campground for families."
- Quiet Hours: Respect quiet hours to ensure everyone has a good time. A visitor at Bob Shelter Recreation Area noted, "It gets busy with a lot of fishing."
Tips from RVers
- Level Sites: Look for campgrounds with level sites for easier setup. A review for Des Moines West KOA Holiday mentioned, "Gravel sites require some leveling."
- Full Hookups: If you need full hookups, check ahead. A camper at Timberline Campground shared, "Full-hookups worked fine."
- Dump Stations: Make sure the campground has a dump station. A visitor at Clear Lake State Park Campground appreciated, "Dump station was easy access!"
Camping near Otho, Iowa, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. Enjoy the great outdoors!
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