Best Glamping near Spencer, IA

Jackson KOA and Martin Area County Park provide upscale glamping options within driving distance of Spencer, Iowa. Jackson KOA features climate-controlled glamping accommodations with comfortable bedding, electricity, and modern bathrooms nearby. The sites are situated on level, grassy areas with shade trees and include picnic tables for outdoor dining. Martin Area County Park offers boutique camping experiences with glamping units that have electric hookups, water access, and sewer connections—a rare amenity for glamping accommodations. Both locations provide fire rings where permitted, allowing for evening relaxation under the stars. One guest shared, "First time camper here and we will definitely be back! Well maintained. Clean. And the owners are very helpful and friendly! Best camping experience yet!"

The Grotto of the Redemption RV Park houses distinctive eco-friendly glamping units near a fascinating geological attraction. Visitors can explore the adjacent Grotto of Redemption—a religious shrine featuring minerals and gemstones—then return to comfortable accommodations with electricity and modern bathrooms. The glamping area offers partial shade from mature trees and is separated from the nearby rail line for a quieter experience. Land of Memories campground provides another glamping option with riverside sites that connect to frisbee golf courses and boat landings. A recent visitor noted, "The grounds are beautiful. We went on a weekday so we were the only ones around." Both locations maintain seasonal operations, with most sites available from April through October, making summer and early fall the ideal times for glamping excursions in this region.

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Best Glamping Sites Near Spencer, Iowa (7)

1. Robertson Park
11 Reviews
Spirit Lake, IA
26 miles
Website
+1 (507) 847-2525
2. Jackson KOA
9 Reviews
Jackson, MN
35 miles
Website
+1 (507) 847-3825
"Arrived after office was closed. Still greeted by the owner very welcomingly. Test site is flat, dry and grassy. Could’ve ask for a better site. Mosquitoes where not an issue at this site."

"Great KOA, owners were very friendly and welcoming. They invited us to their “end of season” party and came and talked to us the next morning."

3. Martin Area County Park
1 Review
Sutherland, IA
26 miles
Website
+1 (712) 225-6709
4. memoirs park
6 Reviews
Whittemore, IA
34 miles
Website
$15 - $25 / night
"We went on a weekday so we were the only ones around. We had site C14. Bathrooms were decent. Playground is kind of small and old."

"The sites are huge and offer water and electric. The shower house/bathrooms were decent - a little outdated, but not too bad. There was also a portable toilet near our site. "

5. Everett Park
8 Reviews
Fairmont, MN
44 miles
Website
+1 (507) 230-0152
$15 - $20 / night
"Right by a lake. The staff is attentive, kind and welcoming. Have not been able to have a greater look of the surroundings because just staying for a night and leaving early morning."

"Friendly and helpful staff, very accommodating. Beautiful spot, close to the lake. Water fill station, 30A power, washroom & shower if needed. Great price $25 per night (20 if tenting)."
6. The Grotto of the Redemption RV Park
3 Reviews
Whittemore, IA
38 miles
Website
+1 (515) 887-2371
"One is very close to a train line, which runs infrequently. Sites are grass, level, and reasonably well maintained. All sites are pull through. Only electrical hookups are available at the sites."

"Quiet, empty and very clean bathrooms!! Fires allowed, picnic benches and just a short walk to the grotto of redemption."

7. Bright Lake Co Park
1 Review
Dolliver, IA
40 miles
Website
+1 (507) 236-4693
"Really nice spot almost overlooking the lake (Through the trees), had fire ring, picnic tables and room for quite a lot of tents! For me and my family it was perfect!"

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Richard &.
Guide
Jun. 22, 2023
The Grotto of the Redemption RV Park
Nice place to stop while visiting the Grotto
We stayed at the Grotto of the Redemption RV park for two nights. We were in our class C while slowly making our way across the country. We had no problems getting a spot here. There are two areas. One is very close to a train line, which runs infrequently. Sites are grass, level, and reasonably well maintained. All sites are pull through. Only electrical hookups are available at the sites. This is in good condition. There is fresh water and a dump station available. Each site has a nice grassy area and there are plenty of large trees. Staff was very friendly and helpful. There was a park nearby with a playground.

The RV park is near the Grotto. The Grotto is a fascinating achievement worth a look if you are in the area.

We had 2 bar LTE with Verizon. Our hotspot was usable and performed very well. Campground wifi was not available.

We enjoyed our brief stay at this campground. We will stay again when traveling this way.
Levi L.
Scout
Aug. 2, 2019
Everett Park
Typical small town campground.
Decent little dock and shelter house. Dump station. Campfire rings and picnic tables. Bathrooms were decent. Electrical hookup only. Kids screaming and people partying super late.
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Amy K.
Guide
Jul. 7, 2020
memoirs park
Beautiful grounds
The grounds are beautiful. We went on a weekday so we were the only ones around. We had site C14. Bathrooms were decent. Playground is kind of small and old. However we had a great time and will probably be back next year when sibley farm is open again. The electric hook ups are really far from the pad so bring an extension. Frisbee golf course within walking distance. Bugs were bad I guess, maybe a tad worse than elsewhere we have camped but not bad enough to keep us from sitting outside in the evening.
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linnea
Traveler
Aug. 17, 2022
Everett Park
Beautiful surroundings
Right by a lake. The staff is attentive, kind and welcoming. Have not been able to have a greater look of the surroundings because just staying for a night and leaving early morning.
Daniel L.
Scout
Jul. 12, 2021
Jackson KOA
Clean and inviting
Arrived after office was closed. Still greeted by the owner very welcomingly. Test site is flat, dry and grassy. Could’ve ask for a better site. Mosquitoes where not an issue at this site. Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Xiomara M.
Scout
Jul. 13, 2025
Robertson Park
Do not recommend
Never again, because since we arrived, people have complained about my family without us doing anything. They even watched us go to the bathroom. They called the police, claiming we were littering in the street and making unnecessary noises and speeding in the park. To top it all off, they're friends of the manager. It's three spaces against one. I don't recommend anyone staying here, because they recorded everyone who passed by and took pictures of their cars. When we went to tell them we wanted a refund quickly, they told them to call the manager.
Jen A.
Guide
Aug. 28, 2019
memoirs park
Great Campground
This is a great campground in Mankato, MN. The sites are huge and offer water and electric. The shower house/bathrooms were decent - a little outdated, but not too bad. There was also a portable toilet near our site. We wish there was sewer, but we understand that being so close to the river this may not be possible. We will definitely stay here again if we are in the area.
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Matthew B.
Scout
Jun. 12, 2019
Jackson KOA
Super friendly
Great KOA, owners were very friendly and welcoming. They invited us to their “end of season” party and came and talked to us the next morning.
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Elia V.
Scout
Jul. 13, 2025
Robertson Park
DONT GO!!
It's a nice place with electricity and great bathrooms. But a lot of people from a trailer near us were all the weekend complaining for no reason, yelling at everyone and calling the cops on a lot of people. It's unacceptable that people that are calm trying to have fun with our family have to deal with people feeling entitled of everyone else free time. Will not be here again. I know the camp has no fault of other people's behavior, but admin should be more aware of this behavior and stop it.