Best Cabin Camping near Peosta, IA
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Best Cabin Sites Near Peosta, IA (18)
1. Six Pines Campground — Backbone State Park
Dundee, Iowa29 Reviews•114 Photos•107 SavesLocated about an hour’s drive north of Cedar Rapids, Backbone State Park is Iowa’s oldest state park. Established in 1920, it was named for a narrow limestone ridge—the Devil’s Backbone—along the Maquoketa River. At its founding, it was one of the largest state parks in the U.S. to offer camping, picnicking and hiking opportunities. Since that time, the park has expanded to 2,100 acres—almost double its original size—and offers even more opportunities for locals and visitors to get outdoors and enjoy some time in nature. Whether it’s wandering the woods, fishing on a quiet creek, lounging by the lake, or just napping in shade under a swinging hammock, there’s something for everyone here.
The two campgrounds at Backbone State Park offers 125 campsites for tent and RV campers. The large South Lake Campground has nearly 100 sites, about half with electrical hookups, with flush toilets and showers. The smaller Six Pines Campground has 27 primitive tent sites with vault toilets. Most sites are open and grassy, but there are plenty of shade trees around. Both locations have drinking water faucets and trash receptacles; a dump station is located at the South Lake Campground. The park also offers a few 1- and 2-bedroom cabins for those visiting sans tent or RV; bedding not provided. Many sites and facilities are ADA accessible. A small store in the park sells bait, firewood and some concessions. Reservations are accepted, but some sites are held open for first-come, first-served campers. Seasonal campsite rates range from $6–$16/night; cabins range from $50–$100/night.
There are plenty of outdoor activities to enjoy at Backbone State Park. The park features several playgrounds, picnic areas, an outdoor auditorium, and a museum. More than 21 miles of multiuse trails explore the woods and waterways within the park. Taking a hike or ride is the best way to see some of the park’s natural rock features, including the Stone Arch, Balance Rock, and the Devil’s Backbone. In winter, many of these trails are open for snowshoeing, cross-country skiing and snowmobiling. Swimming, paddling and boating can be enjoyed on Backbone Lake, with kayak and canoe rentals available from the park, and angers can fish for trout on the creek out of Richmond Springs. And rock climbers will find several challenging routes on the park’s many limestone cliffs.
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- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
2. Palace Campground
Galena, Illinois7 Reviews•52 Photos•71 SavesSituated on 50 quiet, wooded acres only 2 miles from historic downtown Galena this campground accommodates all types of tents and campers and offer cabin rentals as well.
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- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
3. Eden Valley Refuge
Baldwin, Iowa6 Reviews•57 Photos•43 Saves- Pets
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- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
4. Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Monticello
Monticello, Iowa2 Reviews•8 Photos•24 SavesNestled beside the Maquoketa River in Monticello between Dubuque and Cedar Rapids, Yogi Bear’s Jellystone ParkTM at Monticello is a family friendly camping destination that has been a family tradition since 1974 and widely recognized as one of the premier campgrounds in Iowa. Relax and enjoy the unique seasons of Iowa in your tent or RV – or one of our rental cabins and campers. Enjoy our heated pool while the kids enjoy our planned activities. Monticello Jellystone welcomes families and groups of all sizes. We are open from April to October.
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- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
$35 - $105 / night
5. Pinicon Ridge Park
Central City, Iowa9 Reviews•27 Photos•31 Saves- Pets
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- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- ADA Access
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6. Coconut Cove RV Resort by Journey
Dubuque, Iowa1 Review•104 Photos•12 SavesIf you are looking for a camping experience unlike any other, Coconut Cove RV Resort in Hazel Green is the place for you. This resort-caliber campground overlooks the mighty Mississippi River, providing breathtaking views and a large variety of fun activities and amenities to enjoy. From our tropical-themed beachfront tiki bar to our floating aqua adventure park, Coconut Cove has exciting features for people of all ages.
Located on Bluff Road in Hazel Green, WI, you’ll find that getting to Coconut Cove RV Resort from Dubuque, Rutledge, Jamestown, Louisburg, and other surrounding areas is a breeze. Whether you need a “day-cation” or a vacation, come see for yourself why Coconut Cove is the place to be.
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- Reservable
- RVs
7. Matsell Bridge Natural Area
Anamosa, Iowa3 Reviews•2 Photos•18 Saves- Pets
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- Reservable
- RVs
- Tents
8. Boulder Creek Campground
Bagley, Wisconsin3 Reviews•40 Photos•7 SavesNestled in the bluffs of the Mississippi River Valley, in Wisconsin's Grant County, Boulder Creek is the place for your next camping adventure!
Our campground is conveniently located near Wyalusing State Park, as well as local restaurants, bars, and shops. We are close to ATV/UTV trails, historical sites, wineries, beaches, public boat launches, and SO much more!
Our spacious campsites, and amount of on-site amenities, make us the perfect destination for your next outdoor adventure. We have 180 sites, including 20/30/50 Amp sites with full water, electric & sewer, to cozy Canyon Chateau Cabins that sleep up to 10!
***We can't wait to welcome you to Boulder Creek in Bagley, WI! ***
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- Reservable
- ADA Access
$32 - $260 / night
9. Rolin Wapsi Campground
Wyoming, Iowa1 Review•2 Saves- Pets
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- Reservable
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$15 - $25 / night
10. Wapsi River Environmental Ed. Ctr.
Wheatland, Iowa5 Reviews•63 Photos•5 SavesThe Wapsi River Environmental Education Center is located along the Wapsipinicon River and consists of 225 acres of upland and bottomland forests, grasslands, and wetlands. The Wapsi Center, along with Sherman Park across the river, provide a 432-acre complex offering a wide variety of uses. The larger of the two campsites at the Center, Elm Campsite is offered to Scouts and to special event participants as a primitive camp site. The site offers flat ground for many tents, two fire pits, picnic tables, trash cans, and two sets of horseshoe pits. In return for Scout use, a service project is suggested and may be coordinated with the Center Director. Pack-in and pack-out ethics are observed at this site. Vincent Campsite is offered to Scouts and to special event participants as a primitive camp site offering a fire pit, picnic tables, and trash can. In return for Scout use, a service project is suggested and may be coordinated with the Center Director. Pack-in and pack-out ethics are observed at this site.
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$17 - $80 / night
Recent Cabin Reviews in Peosta
74 Reviews of 18 Peosta Campgrounds
James M.
Legend
Wapsi River Environmental Ed. Ctr.
Very nice County cabin near Wapsi River
Cabin sleeps 6, has all amenities including firewood at no cost! Education center onsite with live animals, trails, open year round, Wapsipinicon River below bluff offers paddling, fishing. Menke Observatory offers sky programs.
- James M.Legend
Camp Liberty
Wonderful camp with many amenities
Camp offers site for all tastes: primitive and modern cabins and lodges, tents for small or large groups and couples. Hard roads, fire pits, tables, water, showers, supplies. Surrounded by nature with forest, prairie, and lake.Trails, and even guided activities.
- Barbara R.
ScoutRolin Wapsi Campground
Right on the Wapsi River!
You are right on the Wapsi River. The owners are super sweet and easy going! They also offer Tubes,Kayaks,Canoes and a Shuttle service to float on the Wapsi River. They offer a few cabins for rentals. They have a dump station also.
Patrick B.
Traveler
Pinicon Ridge Park
Ok site
The tent area is on a small mound, not a very level area. But was able to make it work. $18 a night for tents
- James M.Legend
Wapsi River Environmental Ed. Ctr.
Nice Family cabin in quite park
Park is a nature preserve with only 1 cabin for rent (Kestrel Cabin) sleeping six. Cabin offers modern amenities: stove, oven,micro, dishwasher, refrigerator, coffee pot, toaster, ADA access, shower. AC/heat, covered porch, firewood, picnic table, Charcoal grill, trails. Park is also site of nature center with live animals, an observatory, access to Wapsipinicon River.
Pat F.
Guide
Six Pines Campground — Backbone State Park
Hidden treasure
Stayed in march it was cold but very nice park , restrooms were nice shower house was closed and locked but the scenery on the hiking trail was amazing
- Jeannie D.Guide
Six Pines Campground — Backbone State Park
Just stunning
This campground was large. The lake reminded me of a puzzle I did with my grandma as a kid. It was fall, and it was just gorgeous. There was a wedding the weekend we were there, but we were lucky to explore the tower the day prior. The nearby communities offer ameneties, which were needed as I sprained a knee hiking the backbone trail my third go. Absolutely adored the weekend we spent here. Wonderful neighbors, great spacious, level sites. I want to say we had electric only, and service was definitely spotty in most areas of camp. We used Verizon, and could not hulu.
Paul B.
Ranger
Palace Campground
Well Established Campground
Campground is convenient to Galena and Dubuque. We stayed in site 73, which they call a double. If the campground is full, it would be pretty tight. No negatives I encountered here to mention.
- James M.Legend
Wapsi River Environmental Ed. Ctr.
Great County park with cabin along Wapsipinicon River
Cabin sleeps 6, full modern kitchen, ADA accessible, fire ring, grill, wood at no cost, picnic table, hard surface parking for 2 cars, bird feeder for viewing, River Trailhead right outside Kestrel Cabin! No city like that so night sky shines with stars. Trails wind and through forests and prairie areas. Outdoor/ environmental programs offered. Wapsi River access for fishing, paddling, etc.
- James M.Legend
Eden Valley Refuge
Main CG- neat County CG along Bear Creek with Nature Center
Main CG has primitive and electric sites on gravel pads, restrooms/showers, dump station, Nature Center, play area, along Bear Creek. Trails are very cool, especially up the bluff to the watchtower, swinging bridge, and backpack sites.
- KKaceyTraveler
Coconut Cove RV Resort by Journey
Party cove, but the trains…
Catering to RV life style with lots of amenities such as restaurant, beach bar, water feature with floating water obstacle course, pool and more. Occasionally live music is on the beach. For us, the freight trains crushed the experience. Trains ran all night long, park is near a crossing so trains sound the horn each time they pass. We had an infant with us so we were up all night however we spoke with people who stay there often and they said you get acclimated. I gave this site 3 stars because the staff and amenities are great but can not give 5 starts due to the location in proximity to the trains. It really is a bummer.
James and Susan K.Ranger
Sports Unlimited Campground
One large Lake Community with transient RV sites.
This campground is adjacent to a BNSF rail line. Though loud when trains pass, I didn’t lose any sleep. RV sites are back-in, back to back with 30/50amp FHU’s. Bathrooms, laundry, showers and RV sites are older but are acceptable for a couple nights stay. Resort has a 9 hole golf course, pool, Volleyball field, Putt Putt and Gazebo for gatherings.
- David S.Scout
Pinicon Ridge Park
Nice clean and generally spacious
Stayed in The Plains area. Water and electric hookups, dump station near by. Clean shower house with storm shelter. Mixed sun and shade with generous grassy sites, fire pit and picnic table.
Josh G.TravelerSix Pines Campground — Backbone State Park
Great park
Very nice great hiking couldn’t swim on our stay but nice beach canoe rentals small store bathrooms were very clean
- AAshley S.Guide
Pinicon Ridge Park
Pinicon Ridge Linn County
This park is beautiful and there is tons to do. The playground is fantastic and keep the kids entertained all day. The water is great for fishing, swimming and boating. Central City also has everything you need within minutes of your site. There is boat rentals and the new showers are amazing.
- JJodiTraveler
Seven Eagles RV Resort & Campground
Enjoyed our stay, will be back!
Mostly a seasonal campground, only has 4 sites that are for weekenders. Very nice folks running the place. The neighbors where also very welcoming. Sites were closer then I would like would be the only negative. Nature reserve accessible from campground. We took several walks and bike rides around it. There is also a pool and a club house on property, however we did not visit them. There is ATT service, but not strong. There is also WiFi, but also not strong. We will be back.
- Corina C.Traveler
Wapsi River Environmental Ed. Ctr.
Cabins try them
Love how it's so roomy and homey
- ccarol M.Scout
Blackhawk Lake Recreational Area
The lake and the beach are beautiful and clean
We like the upper campground the best the lower campground the lower loop had a lot of small campsites
Mike F.GuidePalace Campground
Great CG for the Galena Halloween parade
Some sites were tight and the lack of fire rings was disappointing.
Ivana B.TravelerPalace Campground
Highly recommend
Very spacious, grassy and clean. There are a lot of people with RVs so it’s pretty lively. There is a Walmart right next to it. The bathrooms are clean. They host events like mini golf. Swings and playground for kids. Would stay there again
- James M.Legend
Wapsi River Environmental Ed. Ctr.
Great County park, cabin, and primitive authorized camping only
The park specializes in environmental education and the Eagle View Eco Center with exhibits and native live animals, trails, prairie, observatory, amphitheater, 1 mile stretch of the Wapsipinicon River with paddling access, a modern cabin that sleeps 6, ADA accessible. Limited primitive camping by authorization only. LNT principles.
Brandon T.GuidePinicon Ridge Park
Quiet weekend on the flying squirrel loop
Great place to kick back and relax. The trail through the campground takes you across the river where you can find canoe and paddle boat rentals, and our favorite an off leash do area. We all took the trail into town and found a BIT Brewery where we enjoy woodfired pizza and brought some beer home in a growler for around the fire that night.
Kerry M.RangerSix Pines Campground — Backbone State Park
Two campgrounds to enjoy at Backbone State Park
Backbone State Park is unlike any other place in Iowa, having geological features uncommon in Iowa.
There are two campgrounds. I have camped in both:
Modern Campground: This is a large, modern campground with all of the standard amenities found in a modern campground… electric hookups, flush toilets, water. I have camped here twice, both times in my travel trailer. Overall, it is a nice campground with decent space in between campers, however, I tend to avoid it during the busier summer and fall colors seasons.
Primitive Campground: This is my favorite at Backbone for camping, especially in the autumn after the leaves have fallen off of the trees. As this campground is non-electric, there are not many people camping after it turns colder. I have spent many nights there alone in the primitive campground, watching RVs pull in and then leave after realizing that it has no hookups.
Nearby trout fishing: Backbone is home to one of the more popular trout streams in Iowa. The fishing is easy as most of the fish are stocked (April-October). Still, it is an enjoyable fishing trip as the stream itself is mostly rocks and gravel, with several deep holes. The water is cold and clear.
Other activities: Hiking is very popular in Backbone. I have also seen rock climbing and rappelling. There are some nice spots away from the trout stream for wading and a little swimming. Backbone State Park also has a small lake with a swimming area and boat rentals during the summer. Several nice cabins are available for those who do not want to camp.
- Larry E.Traveler
Blackhawk Lake Recreational Area
Well manicured and laid out
Chose this campground for the low light pollution in order to watch a meteor shower. Very nice recreation area with a nice beach. Two cons worth noting, but not enough to dock a rating; 1) it cost $7 per day extra for the vehicle I used to tow my camper to the campsite, wtf! 2) popular with young families, so it got loud on the weekend.
Clint G.GuidePinicon Ridge Park
Perfect County Campground
We stayed at this campground for 7 nights with W/E hook ups. Dump available on entrance/exit. The site was a level rock pad witch was very spacious with a fire ring and picnic table. Nearest grocery store was within 5 miles. The bathrooms and shower were very clean with lots of hot water. There is hiking in the park and very little road noise.
Tanner H.TravelerSix Pines Campground — Backbone State Park
Endless trails, cool cliffs, quiet atmosphere
I have been to Backbone a few times, this spot is one of my friends and I’d favorite. There is no through traffic so it’s quiet. Tons of trails, specifically the spot we camped at was right by the trail so we had easy access. The sites are big so you can camp far back and keep the vehicles at the front. I was able to fly my drone here and it produced some amazing footage, check the descriptions you are interested!
The bathrooms weren’t the greatest, and their aren’t any showers near the site we stayed at, so be ready to be dirty for a couple of days.
- DDustin B.Traveler
Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Monticello
Great stay!!
This was our first Jellystone experience and will not be our last!! Great campground and an amazing staff!! Our kids had so much fun!!
Guide to Peosta
Cabin camping near Peosta, Iowa offers a fantastic way to immerse yourself in nature while enjoying the comforts of home. With a variety of campgrounds featuring cabins, you can find the perfect spot for a relaxing getaway.
Explore the Scenic Wapsipinicon River
- Enjoy the serene surroundings at Rolin Wapsi Campground, where you can relax right on the banks of the Wapsi River and take advantage of their tubing and kayaking services.
- Eden Valley Refuge offers beautiful trails and a nature center, perfect for those who love hiking and wildlife observation.
- Experience the tranquility of Matsell Bridge Natural Area, a hidden gem with primitive camping options and scenic views along the river.
Cabin campers like these nearby activities
- At Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Monticello, families can enjoy a variety of activities, including mini-golf and themed events that keep kids entertained.
- Coconut Cove RV Resort by Journey features a beach bar and water obstacle course, making it a lively spot for both relaxation and fun.
- Boulder Creek Campground is great for kids, offering water attractions and a pool, ensuring a memorable family experience.
Some prices for cabin camping range from $50 to $90
- Rates at Palace Campground typically fall within this range, providing a well-reviewed experience close to Galena and Dubuque.
- Expect to pay around $70 for a cabin at Boulder Creek Campground, which offers a variety of amenities for families.
- Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Monticello has cabin rentals starting at approximately $80, making it a popular choice for family-friendly camping adventures.
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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Peosta, IA is Six Pines Campground — Backbone State Park with a 4.4-star rating from 29 reviews.
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