Best Tent Camping near Salix, IA
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Best Tent Sites Near Salix, IA (7)
2. Preparation Canyon State Park Campground
Moorhead, Iowa6 Reviews•44 Photos•64 SavesPreparation Canyon State Park, in the heart of the Loess Hills in western Iowa, encompasses 344 acres, including what used to be the town of Preparation. Today, Preparation Canyon is a quiet enclave offering backcountry hiking, picnicking and beautiful views of the unique Loess Hills.
Camp in one of ten hike-in camping sites, which are some of the only hike-in sites in the Iowa state park system. The trailhead to the hike-in sites is located in the southeast corner of the park. The sites each have a table and fire ring, but no bathroom facilities. Registration is on a first-come first-served basis with self-registration in the east parking lot.
- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Tents
- Picnic Table
- Alcohol
$9 / night
3. Loess Hills Hideaway
Moorhead, Iowa1 Review•9 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Tents
- Cabins
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Picnic Table
5. Pelican Point State Rec Area
Little Sioux, Iowa2 Reviews•1 Save- Pets
- Tents
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Toilets
$15 / night
Recent Tent Reviews in Salix
190 Reviews of 7 Salix Campgrounds
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Roberto G.
Traveler
Jones Pond
Hidden Gem
Very quiet and peaceful place I have been there few times and I never see anyone else around. There is no bathroom or drinking water so make sure you are ready for that. October is a very colorful time of the year very peaceful the pond for what I heard isn’t a good place for fishing but just a mile away there is a hunting park highly recommend it
Pat V.
Ranger
Scenic Park
Great spot close to everything
We found the Scenic Park RV Campground when we were looking for a spot to stay close to Sioux City, IA for a sports event for our sons. We were extremely happy with this city run campground.
The pads are in great shape. They offer full hookups. We did not have a full hookup site, but still had water, electric, and free cable tv. The view from our camper of the Missouri River and the Sioux City skyline was pretty great.
The staff is friendly and welcoming. The location is quiet and everyone staying there seemed very nice as well. Will definitely be back when we’re up that way again next year.
Edger G.
Scout
Nelson Park Crawford County Park
Descent place for camping
It’s a good place for camping not perfect. Has a descent size lake good for kayaking and fishing.
Steve R.TravelerDecatur Bend Access
Quiet and safe. Been twice now
We live(my dog and I) on a motorcycle - think Van Life on two wheels. A quiet place to put up a tent is so welcome. There are no amenities. It's strictly dry and pack out but a great place for a few tents or a couple vans. Highly motorcycle travel recommended
Julia V.
Guide
Stone State Park Campground
Great for a night
Had a grassy & shady tent site. There were vault/pit toilets close and regular restrooms with showers a little walk away (showers needed to be cleaned). Water spigot was close by too. Wish we had more time to explore the park itself because there was lots of hiking/waking trails. Overall no complaints
Christopher W.Guide
Hildreth Lighthouse Campground
Nice flat piece of grass
Stayed July 2024,
Good: Flat piece of grass to place two tents for only $ 20 bucks. Just what I needed at 10pm
Bad: One quote from son sums it nicely, "saw the mens room and so used the women's". Also, two miles of dirt road was less than fun. Would have been nice if the pay station had more directions.
Future: I would remember to make a reservation at the KOA 10 minutes away.
Kyla B.Traveler
Dead Timber State Rec Area
Quiet retreat
There are areas dedicated for daily use, primitive camping and electric sites. Great Lake for kayaking or a small jon boat. Has restrooms available, no showers. No dumpsite. Fire pit and picnic table available at sites.
Appears to be a quiet retreat with minimal campers.
Melissa C.Guide
Lewis and Clark State Park Campground
Beautiful Park - Amazing Campground
Beautiful park, beautiful scenery and amazing playground!
Rich J.Ranger
Cottonwood Cove Park Campground
Nice
Nice little city campground just a few miles off the interstate and right next to the Missouri River. Quiet large sites at a reasonable price. Picnic tables and fire rings. Water and electric only....there is a sewer dump near the bathrooms but not at the sites.
Elizabeth D.TravelerScenic Park
Close to river.
Great place very dog friendly. Spots are spacious and on pavement. Close to the river for your fishing needs.
- TTammy F.Guide
Huff - Warner Access Area
Nice campground with easy access
Clean and mostly well-kept campground. Much nicer than I had expected. Has on-site host, but we didn't see much of her/him/them. Had good cell service (ATT).
The only serious complaint I can make is that the water, while potable (so we were told), has a very, very strong iron/metallic taste. To the point that, for us, it was undrinkable.
The campsite we chose was level, concrete, and cost $20 (the site we wanted by the water had electric). Very little shade though, which made it really hot (other sites had more shade).
Other observations:
The river current is quite fast here. I wouldn't plan on letting my kids or dogs get into the water, except to, maybe, wade at the boat ramp where it is protected from the current by small islands where the creek comes in.
They have a table near the boat ramp that, I assume, is for cleaning your caught fish. If it matters, it did not have running water.
The small dock from the boat access area felt unstable and one had to step across a couple of rocks to get to it from land, maybe because the river level was up(?).
Of the 4 bathroom/shower combination rooms in the bathhouse, only two were unlocked. That said, we were the only tent campers and the RV campers didn't seem to be using them. And they were clean and in good repair.
Our campsite was right next to the facility loading/unloading barges next to the campground. (They were unloading dried soybeans while we were there.) There are also security lights, but the light is mostly blocked by the trees at night. They start work at 7am and seem to stop at 4pm during the week.
I would call this location reasonably quiet. But not absolutely quiet. There is noise from various sources at various times: the loading/unloading from the barges, the farming going on across the road from the campground, boats going up or down the river, and, minimally, the sound from the traffic on the highway. So not absolutely quiet, but it wasn't loud enough or continual enough to detract from the stay.
Lastly, it probably doesn't need to be said, but I didn't think of it before our stay (duh), so just a reminder. You're camping by a river (i.e., water), so there are many, many flying insects. Be sure to have insect repellent, as they are merciless.
- JJohn R.
LegendScenic Park
Beautiful city life in a park.
Spacious site well cared for grounds. Close to everything in the city.
Joshua D.Traveler
Silver Sioux Recreation Area
Hidden gem
Was it expecting how nice this campground was compared to more primitive ones in the area. Beautiful site! Has tent camping, full rv hook ups, and a nice playground for the kids.
- Joshua D.Traveler
Stieneke Area Park
Small county park
Small park, peaceful, river access for canoe/kayak. No designated camp sites but plenty of space for tent or camper.
- Joshua D.Traveler
Ranney Knob Area
Small county park
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. Camping is $10 a night, pay on site.
Marci S.Guide
Clay County Park — Clay County
Nice trail system, near river, well-kept
Electric, water, and dump station available here. In the trees, shaded, and a short walk along a pleasant trail to the Missouri River. The trail system, which is accessible from campground, is great. We were in site 18, which is near the playground. In busier months, that part of the campground could get loud.
- MMary L.Guide
Lions Park
Good price
I stopped here, May 1 of 2024. They have completely redone this park and it is open. There were two spots that had concrete pads. The pedestals look good. There were a couple that were just gravel when I was there. It was kind of muddy and I decided to continue on and go further that day, but I would gladly have stopped there. It was $10 for the night. There is water available. The lady said that there was a dump station. I did not see it, and only stay two nights
Renee H.RangerCottonwood Cove Park Campground
City campground in quiet neighborhood
Concrete pads, very little leveling needed. Plenty of space in between sites. Dappled shade. Easily accessible for any size rig. We didn’t use bath/shower facility; it required a code from the city. Portapotties were available in campground. Garbage dumpster, but no recycling. Dump station available, but area may be a bit tight for larger rigs to access. Camp host on site. No laundry. Some train noise. Excellent Verizon signal. Nice park with boat ramp and scenic overlook on the Missouri River. Campground is located about 5 minutes off the interstate.
Fabian S.GuideScenic Park
Central Campground
Very centrally located, well-kept complex, friendly and helpful staff, the restrooms and shower are very simple but clean.
- MMary L.Guide
Lions Club Park - Laurel
Couldn’t find it
 I looked at both locations listed here and couldn’t find anything
- MMary L.Guide
Obert City Park
Don’t go
 this is a small grassy area with a picnic shelter a porta potty, one spigot and an outlet that doesn’t work don’t even bother
- PPJTraveler
Snyder Bend County Park
Small quiet county park
Not too busy. Spots have water and electric for $25/ night
- MMindy S.Scout
Willow Creek Campground
Enjoyed our stay
Had a fishing derby going on but was still overall quiet. Shelter house was rented for our family reunion, was a great space.
- BBobbie C.Traveler
Lewis and Clark State Park Campground
Not bad for after Labor Day Weekend.
Campground was as I hoped. Empty except for 3 others. Oxbow lake is nice with a sandy shoreline. The campground is set in an Aspen glade. Very nice.
- JJanet K.Guide
Riverfront Campground — Ponca State Park
Riverfront Campground
We camped in the Riverfront campground. No one else there on a Thursday night so we had the whole river to ourselves. Very peaceful. Good-sized grassy sites. Table, fire ring, water, pit toilet. Large park with plenty of amenities. We were only stopping for the night so we didn’t explore the other areas. Nice overlook of the river and 3 states.
- LLeslie B.Ranger
Union Grove State Park Campground
Interesting campground
Two campgrounds within the park. Lower one is for horses. Upper is not. Sites in upper campground are a little small and close together but very well maintained. Hosts are very friendly. Bathrooms on include showers and we're extremely well maintained. Trails in the area give you a chance to stretch your legs. Convenient to the interstate, but that also means some highway noise if you are not in a hard sided camper.
- MMagdalenaGuide
Clay County Park — Clay County
Surprising
Was unsure because of a couple bad reviews. But the place was clean and peaceful, close to the beautiful Missouri River with opportunities for hiking and fishing. The stuff was pretty unfriendly but we didn’t had to deal much with them.
Guide to Salix
Tent camping near Salix, Iowa offers a variety of scenic spots where nature enthusiasts can set up camp and enjoy the great outdoors. With options ranging from secluded sites to well-equipped parks, there's something for everyone.
Tips for tent camping near Salix
- Hildreth Lighthouse Campground provides a flat grassy area perfect for pitching tents, making it an affordable choice for campers looking for a simple setup.
- Preparation Canyon State Park Campground features hike-in sites that ensure privacy and a unique experience, ideal for those seeking a more adventurous camping trip.
- Loess Hills Hideaway offers a welcoming atmosphere with clean facilities and friendly owners, making it a great spot for families and first-time campers.
Tent campers like these nearby activities
- At Preparation Canyon State Park Campground, you can explore several trails that lead to stunning views and a lovely creek, perfect for a day of hiking and relaxation.
- Ranney Knob Area provides access to canoeing and kayaking on the river, making it a great choice for water sports enthusiasts looking to combine camping with aquatic adventures.
- Moorehead Pioneer County Park is a small park that offers peaceful surroundings and river access, ideal for those who enjoy fishing or simply unwinding by the water.
Campground amenities to consider
- Pelican Point State Rec Area features primitive campsites near a boat ramp, catering to those who enjoy a more rustic camping experience.
- Stieneke Area Park has basic amenities like toilets and river access, making it a convenient option for campers who want to keep things simple.
- Loess Hills Hideaway not only offers tent sites but also cabins and RV spots, providing flexibility for different camping preferences.
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