Best Cabin Camping near Rock Valley, IA

Several cabin rentals are available near Rock Valley, Iowa at established campgrounds including Rivers Bend Campground and Lake Pahoja Recreation Area. These cabins typically feature electricity, fire rings, and picnic tables, with varying levels of interior amenities. Most provide basic furnishings such as beds, tables, and chairs, while kitchen facilities range from simple counter spaces to full kitchenettes with refrigerators. A visitor commented that "the campground has modern cabins and 48 sites with water, electric, cable TV, internet, and separate dump station," though this specific review referenced Mill Creek Park.

Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. KOA properties in Sioux Falls and North Sioux City offer standardized cabin accommodations with consistent amenities, while state parks like Newton Hills and Palisades feature more rustic options. Some cabins require minimum stays during peak summer months, and many have restrictions on pets inside cabins even when pets are allowed elsewhere in the campground. According to one visitor who stayed at Sioux Falls KOA, "We were so grateful we choose to stay in a cabin (which had a/c)" as tent sites were less private and comfortable.

Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Cooking facilities vary significantly between properties, with some offering only outdoor fire rings and others providing indoor cooking options. Cabins at Big Sioux Recreation Area are equipped with basic furniture but no running water inside the structures. Nearby communities like Rock Valley provide access to grocery stores and supplies, with some campgrounds like Lake Pahoja offering on-site markets. Firewood is typically available for purchase at campground offices, and most cabin sites include outdoor seating areas.

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Best Cabin Sites Near Rock Valley, Iowa (20)

    1. Rivers Bend Campground

    4 Reviews
    Rock Valley, IA
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (712) 476-6065

    "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."

    "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."

    2. Newton Hills Campground — Newton Hills State Park

    11 Reviews
    Canton, SD
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (605) 987-2263

    "The spacious and clean facilities provided the perfect backdrop for our outdoor getaway, offering a blend of adventure and relaxation away from the city."

    "Really great state park not too far from lake lakota with great playgrounds. Great woods woth trails"

    3. Island Park - Rock Rapids

    7 Reviews
    Larchwood, IA
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (712) 472-3456

    $5 - $45 / night

    "Very cheap , 15$ a night for rv with electric and water, 5$ for tents. Huge swimming area with slides for kids, and river with a lot of fish!!! Brand New shower houses ."

    "Pool available. I would stay again."

    4. Big Sioux Recreation Area — Big Sioux

    35 Reviews
    Brandon, SD
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (605) 582-7243

    "Located in Brandon not far from Sioux Falls. Clean bathrooms with showers. Firewood available to purchase. Each site has a picnic table and fire ring. Bike and hiking trails. Plus plenty of privacy."

    "Easy access from 90W, not much road noise and close to the town of Brandon for supplies. "

    5. Lake Pahoja Recreation Area

    2 Reviews
    Larchwood, IA
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (712) 753-2313

    "Good distance from others, yet close enough for group. Near everything in the beautiful black hills. Several areas.  Clean, comfortable restrooms. Store at entrance to park."

    "Beautiful campground with plenty of room between sites, playground equipment for the kids, and nice restrooms/bath house. The Lake offers terrific fishing, canoeing, kayaking and swimming."

    6. Palisades State Park Campground

    30 Reviews
    Garretson, SD
    35 miles
    Website
    +1 (605) 594-3824

    "The park is not very big so there are not many campsites. Some have electric hook up, others are just for tent camping. All of them provide a picnic table and a fire pit."

    "Here are some key take aways from our 3 night stay in late July 2022."

    7. Sioux Falls KOA

    28 Reviews
    Sioux Falls, SD
    35 miles
    Website
    +1 (605) 332-9987

    "Good selection in store open 8am to 9pm in July. Nice size pool and laundry room. Store seemed well stocked with a variety of items."

    "We decided to stay at this campground because it was close to Falls Park. It’s 4 miles away from the KOA to Downtown. It wasn’t crowded, very clean, met lots of Texans and the pet areas were awesome!"

    8. Sioux Falls Yogi Bear

    22 Reviews
    Brandon, SD
    34 miles
    Website
    +1 (605) 332-2233

    $40 - $200 / night

    "Our site was level with FHU on a rock pad and some shade, a fire pit, and a picnic table.  They did have a hot tub and pool for use as well. "

    "The place is very well kept, the staff are friendly and helpful, all the amenities like propane, dump station, ice, firewood, good little camp store, off leash dog run, heated pool, and lots to do for"

    9. Lazy H Campground

    7 Reviews
    Akron, IA
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (712) 568-5299

    $45 - $65 / night

    "It is really obvious that these folks put a lot of thought and effort into this park. Big lake for swimming and fishing. Concrete pads and nice new picnic tables."

    "They all have a huge table and stone fire pit. Plenty of room for a second vehicle.

    Full hookups are great.

    Tons of activities to do here. There’s fishing, boating, biking, and swimming."

    10. Countryside Campgrounds

    2 Reviews
    Harrisburg, SD
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (605) 372-4166

    "Super clean park. All pull through level sites. Clean bathrooms, clean laundry. A gem. Large green areas and a playground. A little bit of hiway noise."

    "Nice camp site tucked in near the interstate. 2 things not crazy about sound of trucks exiting off interstate using jakebrake (engine exhaust brakes) and sale barn near by."

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Cabin Reviews near Rock Valley, IA

196 Reviews of 20 Rock Valley Campgrounds


  • Katrin M.
    Jul. 7, 2019

    Palisades State Park Campground

    A very nice getaway!

    We camped here over the weekend with our dogs. The campground is within 10 miles off of I90.

    The park is not very big so there are not many campsites. Some have electric hook up, others are just for tent camping. All of them provide a picnic table and a fire pit. They also have little log cabins. We stayed at campsite 6 which was a very good spot. Some of the other sites seemed very close together without much privacy or shade.

    The park staff (rangers, camp host and volunteers) was extremely friendly. They always made sure that we had everything we needed. The rangers also offer different programs on the weekend like learning about geocaching or how to make campfire desserts.

    There is one bathhouse for the entire campground. It seemed a little old but got cleaned daily. There are also several vault toilets around the area. From the campground you have access to the water. There are also several short hiking trails from where you can see the rock formations.

    It was just a very short ride to the Devils Gulch (Jesse James historical site) or Split Rock Park. There is also a Dollar General close by. We would definitely recommend the campground.

  • Anne B.
    Jun. 19, 2025

    KOA Campground North Sioux City

    Ehhhhh good concept

    This place did not provide all of the activities they claimed to provide according to our itinerary the weekend we stayed. That was disappointing. But they have cabin rentals and a pool but the pool was shut down. Of course. My kids loved those super expensive backs of and that had “rare gems (rocks)” in them but we found pretty bland types. Overall, enjoyed the surrounding towns amenities over the campgrounds.

  • Carolyn M.
    Oct. 23, 2019

    Big Sioux Recreation Area — Big Sioux

    Ok place to spend the night, but could have been better

    I spent the night here and had to pay the entrance fee to the park as well as the camping fee for my tentsite. They had only a few tentsites available amid all the RV sites, but they were right on the edge of the playground, so the families had to walk right through my campsite to get to the play area. Not too big a deal as no one wanted to use the play area at night while I was sleeping, but still.  I also looked over at the power lines. There was a flush toilet facility close by but there was a very bright light on all night. Good for families needing to navigate in the dark but not wonderful if you like sleeping in darkness. And though I was told that quiet hours began at 10PM, the site next to me was quite loud through the trees until at least midnight so the quiet hours are not enforced. Meh. I don't think I'll be going back.

  • Myrna G.
    Jul. 24, 2019

    Big Sioux Recreation Area — Big Sioux

    Beautiful and peaceful

    Heading home needed a one night camp spot. This one fit the bill.
    Located in Brandon not far from Sioux Falls. Clean bathrooms with showers. Firewood available to purchase. Each site has a picnic table and fire ring. Bike and hiking trails. Plus plenty of privacy. Definitely will return.

  • Susan L.
    Sep. 5, 2020

    Big Sioux Recreation Area — Big Sioux

    Convenient camping near Sioux Falls

    This Recreation Area is large and  located off the Sioux River, which was slow flowing when I visited. It’s not the most picturesque river I’ve seen, so if you’re looking for that look further. However, because it was slow moving it made for a nice round trip paddle. 

    Easy access from 90W, not much road noise and close to the town of Brandon for supplies. 

    There’s a fantastic disc golf course complete with a creaky suspension foot bridge that spans the fiver. 

    Great hiking and biking trails too. I hiked the Valley of the Giants trail, which earns its name because of the many old, “giant” oaks in this river bottom area. It’s an easy hike with one slight incline/decline, but the loop was curtailed by a giant felled oak tree.  The path was completely covered and no matter which way I tried I couldn’t see the trail it had become so overgrown. Sadly it seems that this has been the fate of several the the Giants, perhaps due to the river flooding.

    The campground has gravel pads. My site backed up to the river but there was a bushy berm and the bike/walking bath between the site and the river. No problem to access the river though because there are little paths worn through the bushes. Lots of trees for shade and good space between sites. There’s electric but no water at site. Fill up by the restrooms or before you come. Picnic table and fire ring with grill connected. Fire ring is on a cement pad. I’d never seen that before. 

    There are also  cabins for rent and when I was there the restrooms looked clean and functional.  Picnic shelter and gazebo are on site as well as the Bergeson’s Homestead. It’s always nice to see history being preserved like this! When I’m passing through this area again, I’ll revisit this recreation area.

  • Joe R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 25, 2022

    Palisades State Park Campground

    Well Shaded Park

    We happened upon this park during the 50th anniversary of the park so there were lots of park events happening. This is a very clean and well maintained park. We tent camp so much of my observations are geared for the tent camper. We stayed at site 34E, a long but narrow and slanted site. We were lucky to find some awkward somewhat flat place for our two tents. This site would be just fine for RV camping but I’d steer clear for tent camping. I’d estimate that 50% of the sites are flat and suitable for tents.
    Here are some key take aways from our 3 night stay in late July 2022. -clean and well maintained park

    • fair wireless service for Verizon
    • well placed and clean shower / restroom houses
    • nice playgrounds
    • great options on the park for paddle boarding, kayaking, water play as well as additional options at near by Devil’s Gultch and Split Rock parks.
    • Very well shaded park
    • Grocery store less than 10 min away.
    • Mosquitos weren’t a problem during out stay with a little bug spray prevention.
    • Nice aluminum picnic tables at all sites. Standard fire pits with grilling attachments.
    • employees will enforce local approved fire wood use Negatives:
    • lots of biting flies
    • if you like private sites this isn’t for you The interesting:
    • this is easily the most heavily staffed state park I’ve ever stayed at. If you like a constant park employee presence you’ll like it. I found it to be excessive however. During a 30 min time period we counted 8 employee vehicles to two park visitors driving by. It seemed to create unnecessary road traffic and noise at times. Park employees walk the park on foot in the dark at the 11pm to enforce quite time. There aren’t going to be any site reservation mix ups there either. Park employees constantly check sites and make sure reservations are correct. The camp host was very nice and makes the round frequently.
  • S
    Sep. 19, 2021

    Stone State Park Campground

    Quick weekend trip

    Planned to stay for the weekend to test out new tent but storms came through & we left after one night. Basic campground in shady area under trees. We did not get an electric hookup. Ground was mostly dirt not grass on our site & mostly dry. Large trees provided shade which helped as very hot & humid. We were next to a ravine but with plenty of bug spray did not get many bites. Hiked the Bear & Buffalo trails. Campground very quiet though a few people came & went. Washrooms are very basic & chose not to use shower. The Park Ranger did check on us & advise on weather conditions. Picnic table & fire pit were fine. Got only 1 bar signal on both Verizon & AT&T. No WiFi. Overall basic, woody/shaded. Good for short stay.

  • Amy B.
    Jul. 6, 2021

    Stone State Park Campground

    Served its Purpose

    We stopped here for the night during our road trip. We were not sure we would even get a spot due to the July 4th Holiday. We found a primitive spot that had a fire ring and picnic table. It was very shady however the campsites are super close to each other and unfortunately the spots were quickly filled. The bathroom was so gross and the shower did not spray. It ran down the wall and I had to get really creative with washing my hair. It served its purpose, shoes were definitely left on while in the shower, and I guess I left cleaner then when I went in. The park ranger came by to verify our rental slip and was very nice. Everyone seemed to respect the 10:00pm quiet time.

  • Carrie F.
    Aug. 28, 2019

    Lake Pahoja Recreation Area

    Gorgeous setting, awkward spots

    No hook ups. Gorgeous setting, several spots are not level, small size. Good distance from others, yet close enough for group. Near everything in the beautiful black hills. Several areas.  Clean, comfortable restrooms. Store at entrance to park. Boat rentals available, slip rental available.


Guide to Rock Valley

Cabin camping near Rock Valley, Iowa offers a delightful escape into nature, combining comfort with the great outdoors for a memorable experience.

Cabin campers appreciate these amenities

  • At Rivers Bend Campground, enjoy spacious sites with lakefront views and access to swimming holes and walking trails.
  • Lazy H Campground features well-maintained concrete pads and full hookups, ensuring a comfortable stay for cabin campers.
  • Mill Creek State Park offers modern cabins with access to a sandy beach and a playground, perfect for families.

Outdoor adventures await nearby

  • Experience fishing, canoeing, and kayaking at Lake Pahoja Recreation Area, where the scenic trails and beautiful lake provide endless opportunities for outdoor fun.
  • Explore the hiking paths surrounding Palisades State Park Campground, which lead to stunning views and natural beauty.
  • Enjoy a day of swimming and picnicking at Island Park - Rock Rapids, where the pool and recreational areas are perfect for family outings.

Unique features that enhance your stay

  • Newton Hills Campground is known for its spacious and clean facilities, making it an ideal spot for families looking for a wholesome outdoor experience.
  • The Sioux Falls KOA provides a variety of amenities, including a pool and organized activities, ensuring a fun-filled stay for guests of all ages.
  • At Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park, families can enjoy a range of kid-friendly activities and a spacious environment, perfect for making lasting memories.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Rock Valley, IA is Rivers Bend Campground with a 4.3-star rating from 4 reviews.

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