Top Glamping near Princeton, IA

Whether you're a tent camper, an RVer, or just passing through, Princeton, IA has a lot to offer. Discover secluded campsites where you can reconnect with nature. Or maybe you like to bring your family and friends along. Either way, there are Princeton campgrounds just for you. At The Dyrt, campers like you share their favorite spots, plus tips and photos. No matter where you're headed in Princeton, you'll find the best spot for you and your camping crew.

Best Glamping Sites Near Princeton, IA (14)

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93 Reviews of 14 Princeton Campgrounds


  • Dan M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Hickory Grove Campground
    Oct. 14, 2024

    Hickory Grove Campground

    Definitely worth a stop!

    This a really nice campground with a lot of recent upgrades. Great location, excellent piece of land, and the owners are super friendly. Sites give you TONS of room and they are all FHU.

  • .! E !.
    Camper-submitted photo from Rock Island-Quad Cities KOA
    Sep. 5, 2024

    Rock Island-Quad Cities KOA

    Perfect!

    Very nice, affordable and peaceful campsite. Stayed one night for tent camping, campsite was clean and accommodating with fire pit, picnic table, lights, Wi-Fi, and power plug. Bathrooms and showers were clean. Perfect camping site.

  • Charles M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Bellevue State Park
    Jun. 13, 2024

    Bellevue State Park

    Campsite Was Average at Best

    I took my son and one of his friends campjng to Bellvue State Park, however, we did not visit the actual park itself. The camp sites were close to one another, many had almost no privacy from the other campsites. We were at campsite 40, which had a severe incline. Also, if you prefer to hammock camp you may not be able to do so. I was able to find one tree and hook the other side up to my vehicle.

  • Big D.
    Camper-submitted photo from Cedar River Campground
    Apr. 27, 2024

    Cedar River Campground

    Cedar river campground

    Camped there for years. Never again. Last 2 years under current owners\ management, I would not spend another dime there. They are nothing but drama. Behind office towards owners home looks like a salvage yard. They have removed families who have camped there for years. Only ones left are scared, no place to move to, or suck up to them for special privileges. Last two years were horrible. Will only return if sold to again new owners who care about campers vs money.

  • James M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Camp Liberty
    Mar. 1, 2024

    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.

  • Napunani
    Camper-submitted photo from Prophetstown State Park
    Dec. 1, 2023

    Prophetstown State Park

    Pit (Vault) Toilet in Campground

    This fairly new State Park would of merited "5 stars", but the pit (aka vault) toilet smell was just tooooooo much and we weren't even close! 

    PROS 

    Park beautifully maintained and mowed throughout S

    Site 109 shady 

    Site 109 gravel parking pad level 

    Moveable wooden picnic table 

    Metal campfire ring with cooking grate 

    Roadways easy to maneuver without obstacles 

    Quite except for train whistle close by 

    Partial privacy from neighbors 

    Toilet/shower facility in next campground (Savanna) very clean and sufficiently stocked

     Very nice 12 ft wide asphalt bike trails 

    Night sky friendly as no street lights in campground 

    Firewood for sale at entrance gate 

    Frequent park ranger campground drive throughs 

    Double lane dump station 

    Double lane portable water fill stations 

    CONS 

    The aroma of the pit toilet between Spruce and Savanna Campgrounds could be smelled throughout both campgrounds. Disgusting!!! No hand wash station at pit toilet 

    Modern toilet/shower facility only in Savanna Campground 

    No security gate closure overnight 

    All trash dumpsters near campground entrance gatehouse 

    5pm checkin 

    No interpretive programs Monday thru Thursday

  • Landon C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Scott County Park
    Aug. 24, 2023

    Scott County Park

    Large campsite with the modern ameneties

    This park is pretty huge so make sure you know which campground you’re going to. The sites here are all shaded (at least in the Pine Grove section I was in). I was next to a large shower house that had plenty of hot water and everything was super clean. The park staff were very friendly and helped me get to the campsite I needed. Beware that if you come after 10pm, there is no way to pay for your spot so you’d have to choose a random spot and come back the next morning to pay.

    The sites themselves are HUGE and some of them would accommodate the largest camping rigs you could imagine. Everything in Pine Grove is 50 amp. There are playgrounds for your kids to play in. Cell service was excellent for Verizon and AT&T. Not sure about T Mobile. 60mbps down and 16 up for AT&T.

  • Stacie H.
    Camper-submitted photo from Morrison Rockwood State Park
    Aug. 19, 2023

    Morrison Rockwood State Park

    A lovely campground with the CLEANEST bathrooms and showerhouse!

    This campground is a lovely gem! Most of the camp sites are fairly secluded from one another by distance and from surrounding foliage (see pic). The exceptions would be sites 55-64 that loop around the playground. We, unfortunately, didn't know this and so had site 61. It was nice little spot with plenty of shade but I was a bit jealous of those with more secluded spots, especially since we are tent campers and all of the others on the loop were big RVs.

    The pros:

    - The campground hosts were lovely. Friendly but not overbearing, as some can be.

    - The on site restaurant/bait shop/ boat rental was very convenient! Husband forgot to pack something and the little bait shop had what we needed. Plus, we were able to buy firewood there, too.

    - Lovely scenery! The hiking trails were well maintained and there were lots of beautiful flowers, bird, and butterflies. We even saw a raccoon!

    - The (and I cannot emphasize this enough) CLEANEST campground bathrooms I've ever seen! I'm not squeamish and have been camping for years so my expectations for campground bathroom cleanliness is well calibrated but these bathrooms (even the vault toilets!) were amazingly clean! There weren't even spiderwebs on the ceiling of the shower house. Just *chef's kiss*

    - The water from the pump was very clean.

    The cons:

    -  Lack of privacy/seclusion for the 55-64 sites along the loop.

    - For that same loop, since it circles the playground, if kids playing noises bother you, might want to choose a different site.

    - The food at the restaurant was meh. It was fine- it was sustenance. Nothing to write home about.

    - LOTS of big RVs. It wasn't an issue for us on this trip, but on other camping trips sometimes being surrounded by big RVs just isn't a great vibe.

  • N
    Camper-submitted photo from Geneseo Campground
    May. 21, 2023

    Geneseo Campground

    Portable toilet-No TP

    Great staff! Helpful. Pulled out privacy tent to remedy toilet concerns. Small flies or gnats quite annoying. Pretty, quiet, lush. Would worry about mosquitoes in late summer.

  • Brian O.
    Camper-submitted photo from Morrison Rockwood State Park
    May. 19, 2023

    Morrison Rockwood State Park

    A nice state park that makes a nice base

    We saw an article about "Dutch Days" in nearby Fulton on www.OnlyInYourState.com, (first weekend in May) and thought it looked like fun. The nearest campground at Thomson causeway recreational area was closed both for repairs and for flooding so this was our best choice.
    It was not crowded this early in the season, though most of the sites are pretty private and that wasn't an issue. We stayed in the 60's loop which is more open than most since it has the playground. There's only one shower building, which is clean and well-kept, and it is on the 80's loop, though there are paths to it from the others.
    There are a few pull-through sites, but I'm not sure they're indicated. The ADA sites are large and well paved, though the tables do not have wheelchair overhangs.
    Fire rings are hit and miss, our site had a low square pit with a non-adjustable flip-over grill, other sites had taller, circular rings, check site photos.
    There are two trails downhill to the lake from the 60's loop, no lakeside campsites.
    The lake is small but pleasant and stocked with fish. There are boat rentals available and a small restaurant and general store.
    We went on day trips to Fulton and Clinton, IA. Eagle point park has a good view of the Mississippi, but  more spectacular views are at Mississippi Palisades State Park, a 50 min drive.
    If you don't feel like cooking, a great choice is the Candlelight Inn(s), half an hour to the east or west in Clinton, Sterling or Rock Falls. A great family restaurant/ steakhouse famous for it's "Chicken George" (they'll give you a free sample to get you hooked)

  • Stephanie S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Morrison Rockwood State Park
    May. 8, 2023

    Morrison Rockwood State Park

    Woodsy and cozy camping

    We enjoyed the beautiful lake and cute restaurant/gift shop. We liked the different loops of campsites with pit toilets every where and a nice modern bathroom/shower house also. There were several camp hosts scattered among the camp site loops. Our campsite had a more open feel than some of the others. It wasn’t as heavily treed and we liked that. The sites were very well spaced apart. There were many well worn paths that lead to the lake, but it was too wet from previous rain for us to explore those. We did enjoy walking along the various loops among the trees. We will definitely return and bring some friends with us next time.

  • k8 A.
    Camper-submitted photo from Scott County Park
    Apr. 9, 2023

    Scott County Park

    Well kept campground + peaceful/quiet

    Beautiful, spacious and quiet campground. Park rangers and staff are so kind and respectful of keeping the areas cleaned up and cared for! Lots of tree shade for picnicking, hiking trails, and even a pool! Bathrooms were always stocked and cleaned, plus they have HOT SHOWERS! Woohoo! Such a wonderful time at Scott County Park! Can’t beat it! :D

  • James M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Rock Creek County Marina and Campground
    Apr. 5, 2023

    Rock Creek County Marina and Campground

    Neat County Backwaters CG & Marina

    CG is spread out along bottomland river forest and includes camping cabins, tent and RV sites, RR/showers, playground, dump and water stations, Eco Tourism store/grill, paddling rentals, Blue Heron Cruises, nature center. Sites include fire rings, tables, gravel backing pads, electric with some right near water edge.

  • James M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Wilderness Campground, Scott County Park
    Jan. 17, 2023

    Wilderness Campground, Scott County Park

    Wooded primitive CG

    Closed for winter-CG offers plenty of secluded sites with seasonal host, firewood, playground, RR/showers, trails. Park offers pool, golf with concessions, Pride Lake for fishing/paddling, historical Pioneer Village.

  • James M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Bellevue State Park
    Nov. 18, 2022

    Bellevue State Park

    Well maintained State CG

    CG site atop river bluff with pads, fire rings, tables, RR, recycling, trails, shelters nearby. Sites are close to each other but plenty to do.

  • D
    Camper-submitted photo from Rock Island-Quad Cities KOA
    Oct. 25, 2022

    Rock Island-Quad Cities KOA

    Great for an overnight

    Gravel pad for one night. Didn’t use facilities, pool was closed for the season. Very nice walk around the lake, dog park was not large, but clean with enough room to run. There were much nicer spots, but we had all we needed for one night.

  • James and Susan K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Rock Island-Quad Cities KOA
    Sep. 21, 2022

    Rock Island-Quad Cities KOA

    Large KOA across the Mississippi River in Rock Island, Ill

    Loads of sites with what appears to be FHU’s. On the upper short term sites, they are concrete pads and on the remainder of sites they are gravel. Short term sites are close packed with small patios between the rigs. As a KOA, this is well kept. Bathrooms and showers are quite acceptable. They have cabins as well that are in a separate area distant from the RV sites. There is a small putt-putt, a pool, child water area and swing and bounce attraction.

  • Jackie S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Geneseo Campground
    Aug. 6, 2022

    Geneseo Campground

    1 night tenting

    Great little campground with nice staff/owners. The tent sites are nicely tucked away from the RVs, with a row of bushes to separate you from your neighbor. Nice shade. I didn't check out the Porta potty set up for the tenters but hiked up to the building instead. Very clean! I wouldn't mind coming back to enjoy the activities in the area along the Hennepin canal but we had a family wedding to attend in Michigan the next day.

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from Scott County Park
    Jul. 21, 2022

    Scott County Park

    Just a quiet one night stay

    We needed to stay in Davenport area for the night (traveling from South Dakota to Maryland) and the reviews were high so we stopped here. Did not disappoint- very quiet, huge lot, clean and manicured, large bathhouse. Next time, we will hopefully stay for longer so we can try out the amenities!

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from Cedar River Campground
    Jul. 3, 2022

    Cedar River Campground

    Perfect getaway!

    Recently under new ownership, you can tell they’ve been working hard getting the place going again. Yes, you hear traffic, but it didn’t bother us. They had a great fireworks display for the fourth. Spots are tighter than what we prefer, but will be back again.

  • James M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Cedar River Campground
    Apr. 3, 2022

    Cedar River Campground

    Private cg along Cedar River

    Seasonal cg along the Cedar River with camp store, ice, wood, propane, showers/restrooms. Has playground, pool, mini golf, Cedar River access too.



Guide to Princeton

Camping near Princeton, Iowa, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventurous getaway, there are several campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Explore the Caves: At Maquoketa Caves State Park Campground, you can hike through unique caves. One visitor said, "The caves make this a unique place to visit but the hiking is rigorous."
  • Enjoy the Mississippi River: Fishermans Corner - Mississippi River offers a lovely riverside experience. A camper mentioned, "It felt like we had escaped to a riverside sanctuary."
  • Disc Golf and Play Areas: At West Overlook Campground, you can enjoy disc golf and playgrounds. One reviewer noted, "There is disc golf as well."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the bathrooms. One visitor at Thomson Causeway said, "The facilities are very good and impeccably clean."
  • Spacious Sites: Many campgrounds, like Shady Creek, have spacious sites. A reviewer shared, "The sites are spacious and angled for ease of backing into."
  • Friendly Hosts: Campers often mention the helpful staff. At Mississippi Palisades State Park Campground, one camper said, "The best camp hosts ever!!!"

What you should know:

  • Insect Awareness: Be prepared for bugs, especially in warmer months. A camper at Thomson Causeway warned, "I should’ve taken the other reviews more seriously about the number of insects."
  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Fishermans Corner - Mississippi River, lack showers. A visitor noted, "The bathrooms are a little dated, but very clean."
  • Site Proximity: Campsites can be close together. One camper at White Pines Forest State Park Campground mentioned, "The campground is absolutely jammed with campsites."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places with playgrounds and activities. West Overlook Campground has a kids' play area, making it a great spot for families.
  • Plan for Quiet Hours: Many campgrounds enforce quiet hours, which can be a plus for families with young kids. A camper at Lowden State Park Campground said, "Everyone was respectful of quiet hours and very friendly."
  • Pack Snacks and Drinks: Having snacks on hand can keep kids happy. One visitor at Maquoketa Caves State Park Campground mentioned, "The good news is that likely due to the bats, there were no gnats or mosquitos."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Size: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Chief Keokuk Campground noted, "The sites are pretty even; some had a slight slope but not too bad."
  • Look for Electric Hookups: Many campgrounds offer electric hookups, which can be a lifesaver. One camper at Camelot Campground Quad Cities USA said, "The sites are close packed with small patios between the rigs."
  • Plan for Dump Stations: Ensure you know where the nearest dump station is located. A visitor at Thomson Causeway mentioned, "Dump Station: Yes, Belford entering the campground."

Camping near Princeton, Iowa, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!

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