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Silver Sioux Recreation Area maintains pet-friendly tent and RV sites with full hookups including electric, water, sewer, and sanitary dump facilities. Pets must remain on leash throughout the campground, including when accessing the playground area. Little Sioux Park Campground accommodates pets in all site types from tent camping to RV spots and cabin rentals, with picnic tables and fire rings at most sites. The campground enforces a two-pet maximum per site with required proof of current vaccinations upon check-in. Campers note the spacious buddy sites are ideal for traveling with multiple families and pets.
Mill Creek State Park's hiking paths provide excellent dog walking opportunities with waste stations placed along main trails. The park allows leashed pets at most campsites and in select cabins with a $15 per pet cleaning fee. Martin Area County Park features primitive tent sites where dogs can access the waterfront areas for swimming. Crawford Creek Recreation Area maintains dog-friendly grounds with shaded sites and clean shower facilities that provide relief during hot summer months. Stieneke Area Park offers quiet, uncrowded sites perfect for campers seeking peaceful surroundings with their pets, with only 3-4 designated sites and Rangers collecting the $10 nightly fee from the lockbox during afternoon rounds.
"Tent camping is just a field with a few picnic tables in it and has a bit of a walk from the parking lot with your equipment. The shower house was nice and clean."
"There's a river behind and the sign says you can launch a kayak."
"The trails are very well maintained! Shower facilites are super clean! 10/10"
"Trails are nice. Everything is well maintained. Showers & bathrooms are awesome! We almost always see wildlife when hiking😁"
from $12 - $15 / night
Check Availability"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
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TravelerWell kept & family friendly camping in Iowa! We were able to reserve an electric unit (#30) right off the lake and across the road from the large playground (~5 setups for different age groups). We could watch the kids play while getting food ready or preparing a line to throw in the water. Short walk to the very clean restrooms with flush toilets & showers. Will come back!
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
LegendThis small campground is right off the interstate, easy to get to. It’s right by a small truck stop, but the noise was not bothersome at all. There is a small dog park for the pups. Bathrooms and showers are clean. One of our party is in a wheelchair and had no problem accessing the showers or bathroom. Hosts are very friendly. Sites are close, but for a one night stay that was just fine.
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!
TravelerWe went in June 2019. Park is right next to the lake. Beautiful lake. Pretty busy with lots of campers. Nice walking path around the lake.
ScoutThere’s a pretty big playground near all the sites. When I went in the first weekend of October they had a little trick or treat night too! Extremely nice amenities; flush toilet and showers. Very nice for Iowa state parks.
TravelerGreat place very dog friendly. Spots are spacious and on pavement. Close to the river for your fishing needs.
Camping options near Quimby, Iowa include both established campgrounds and primitive sites throughout Cherokee County. Most campgrounds in this area sit along river access points and small lakes, with elevations averaging 1,200-1,400 feet above sea level. Summer temperatures typically range from 65-85°F with higher humidity levels from June through August, while spring and fall camping seasons offer milder conditions.
Fishing access points: Crawford Creek County Rec Area provides multiple fishing spots with calm waters suitable for beginners and experienced anglers. "Multiple play areas for kids. Water good for fishing, kayaking and swimming," notes reviewer Megan H., highlighting the diverse water activities available.
Kayak launching: Ranney Knob Area offers river access specifically designed for canoe and kayak launching with limited parking but convenient water entry points. Joshua D. mentions, "Small park, has some picnic tables, a toilet, and a trash can. Says you can pay to camp but no designated camp sites and limited parking. Does offer access for canoe/kayaking on the river."
Hiking trails: Mill Creek State Park features walking paths suitable for all skill levels surrounding the lake area. "Nice paths for hiking or biking. Only half mile to town where you can get anything you need," explains Kris H., pointing out the convenient access to both nature and supplies.
Clean facilities: Buena Vista Co Park maintains well-kept bathrooms and shower houses that receive consistent praise. "Showers & bathrooms are awesome! We almost always see wildlife when hiking," writes Lori N., noting both the cleanliness and wildlife viewing opportunities.
Spacious campsites: Crawford Creek Recreation Area offers larger than average sites that provide privacy between camping neighbors. Deb W. confirms this benefit: "We camped here over the weekend, sites are pretty spacious and friendly camp hosts!"
Swimming areas: Several campgrounds feature designated swimming spots, particularly appreciated during summer months. "Nice bath houses. Clean area. Good for the family," reports Shana L. about Crawford Creek Recreation Area, highlighting its family-friendly atmosphere.
Limited availability: Many campgrounds in the Quimby area operate on a first-come, first-served basis, particularly on weekends. Kaila notes about Mill Creek State Park: "The campground is hard to get a spot at and is far away from the lake. The lake and grounds are well maintained."
Payment systems: Most county parks use self-payment methods with varying fees. At Stieneke Area Park, "Rangers came at about 3:30 pm to clean the vault toilet and collect my fee from the lockbox. It's $10 per night," according to Kent H., explaining the typical collection process.
Water quality considerations: Smaller campgrounds may have non-potable water sources. Kent H. also mentions about Stieneke Area Park: "There's a hand pump water well. Give it a dozen pumps to get it going. I don't suppose it is potable water."
Beach access: Martin Area County Park offers primitive camping with water access ideal for children. Gary E. simply states, "Primitive camping was awesome," highlighting the back-to-basics appeal for families seeking unplugged experiences.
Playground options: Multiple campgrounds feature play structures for different age groups. At Mill Creek State Park, Kris H. notes there's "a very nice playground for the kids," making it suitable for families with younger children.
Bathroom proximity: When camping with small children, select sites closer to restroom facilities. Tim K. observes at Little Sioux Park Campground: "There are two loops. One has electric only sites and the second has electric/water sites. One concrete pad ADA site," which helps families identify accessible options.
Hookup availability: Little Sioux Park Campground provides various hookup options including buddy sites for traveling with multiple RVs. Deb W. confirms: "Great campground with lots of campsites to choose from, they have lots of buddy system sites!"
Site leveling: Several dog friendly campgrounds near Quimby feature relatively flat terrain, beneficial for easier setup. At Mill Creek State Park, Missy D. reports having "very nice level campsites," an important consideration for larger recreational vehicles.
Dump station access: Silver Sioux Recreation Area maintains sanitary dump facilities separate from individual sites. Joshua D. notes it "has tent camping, full rv hook ups, and a nice playground for the kids," confirming the range of amenities available for both tent and RV campers.
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