2 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Several cabin rentals are available in the Steamboat Rock area of Iowa. Tower Rock County Park features two fully furnished cabins with modern amenities including kitchens, bathrooms, and comfortable living spaces. Pine Lake State Park Campground offers cabins situated along the riverbank with stone fireplaces and full bathrooms. Both locations provide access to hiking trails, fishing opportunities, and water recreation. The cabins are clean and well-maintained, with most offering scenic views of nearby lakes or forests. "The cabins were perfect, with lots of places to hike all around the area," according to a visitor to Tower Rock.
Rustic and modern cabin options exist throughout the region, with accommodations varying by location. Union Grove State Park includes two cabins near its lake, popular with fishing enthusiasts. Little Wall Lake County Park features three cabin rentals on its grounds. Wilder City Park provides cabin accommodations alongside numerous recreational amenities including mini-golf, pickle ball, and playgrounds. Most cabins require advance reservations, particularly during summer months when availability becomes limited. Pet policies vary by location, with some parks prohibiting pets inside cabin accommodations while others allow them with restrictions.
Most cabins include basic furniture, beds, and kitchen facilities, but guests typically need to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Cooking equipment varies between locations—some cabins offer full kitchens with refrigerators and stoves while others provide only basic amenities. L. Brandt's Crazy Acres Campground offers cabins with access to its market for basic supplies. Waterloo - Lost Island Waterpark KOA features cabin rentals with proximity to both campground amenities and waterpark attractions. Firewood is available for purchase at some locations, including L. Brandt's and Little Wall Lake County Park, for use in designated fire rings or fireplaces.
"This campground is near home so I know it well. The campground itself is nice, with some decent sized campsites, many having a great view of upper Pine Lake. There are flush toilets and showers."
"Very nice state park campground. There are cabins as well as campsites. The park is adjacent to Pine Lake and water based recreation is available including swimming beach and boating."
Available this weekend
from $12 - $90 / night
"The two cabins are fairly new and have all of the amenities. My mother-in-law stayed here while visiting recently and we enjoyed spending time at her cabin."
"The cabins were perfect, with lots of places to hike all around the area."
"The kids had fun playing mini golf, swimming at the beach and playing at the playgrounds. The people that run the campground are so nice."
"A few trails to hike and a horse camp that I didn’t have time to explore. Nice lending library as well. Bathroom/shower combos are nice (1 is ADA). Not far off the interstate."
"Union Grove is known for having good lake fishing. The lake is also a great place for kayaking or canoeing."
Available this weekend
from $18 - $90 / night
"Wilder Park is a beautiful city park. Very much a gem, quiet and peaceful . 50 + sites with about half of them full hook up. Costs for a full hook up in 2022 was under $25 a night."
"they have sand volleyball pickle ball miniature golf and huge checkers plus a couple playgrounds for the kids. it's a nice quiet family campground."
from $14 - $22 / night
"Small lake. Some sites are reserveable online and some are first come first serve. We had water and electric on site. Showers were not open yet in April. "
"Close to the interstate and easy to get to."
"We chose Briggs Woods because of its location and reviews from other campers. It is a larger campground than you think! Spots for primitive tent camping, electrical hook up and full hook ups."
"Nice park with standard tent and RV sites. Boone River , Briggs Woods Lake good for paddling with rentals available, fishing, beach, shower house, cabins."
"Great RV park. Lots of room and cabin rentals for folks that don’t have an RV. The fenced dog park was fantastic for those of us with dogs."
"Little shade with small trees next to about each site. Gas, propane, laundry room, beach area, small boat rentals, good sized convenience store with ice, beer, snacks, milkshake machine, etc."
"Nice park with a bike path around the lake. A few nature trails, but nothing I would call hiking. Two vault toilets placed on the bike path. One modern bathroom with showers in the campground."
"As far as RV parks go, this one is young and the lack of shade is only evidence of that. Sites are well planned out though, giving each camper plenty of space."
LegendVery nice state park campground. There are cabins as well as campsites. The park is adjacent to Pine Lake and water based recreation is available including swimming beach and boating. The campground is off a paved road and is near to town. There is a walking path to the boat launch from the campground. Biking/hiking trails are on property.
TravelerOnly stayed one night but very convenient location and registration.
ScoutThe place is very dirty and needs updating.
GuideGrass sites, plenty of space. Some sites have great views of the lake. Nice walking trails. Wild life to watch. If you are camped under a hickory tree you will need to brush off the Hickory nuts off your slide outs. Plenty of parking for guset to visit. Peaceful. We love camping in Hickory hils.
TravelerThis campground appears to be new or newly re done, great showers and bathrooms, right on a bike trail seems to connect to everything. Quiet large sites with full hook ups, more sites being developed
ScoutCampground Hosts were amazing. We were short on some food the first night, Chuck was gracious to lend us some food and a 30amp extension cord. We had some nasty weather that first night also and we received a call from the host asking how we were doing!
Very clean park and very family friendly! Also has an excellent pond for fishing.
Will absolutely be coming back
GuideI took my mother and my youngest on a Mother’s Day weekend camping adventure. We chose Briggs Woods because of its location and reviews from other campers. It is a larger campground than you think! Spots for primitive tent camping, electrical hook up and full hook ups. The campground offers free WiFi and it reached clear to the back end over by the four little cabins. The pit toilets by the four little cabins were clean and stocked. My daughter was able to walk her little dog around the campground with no issues of other dogs running loose. Quiet hours begin at 10:30 pm and everyone followed the rule. I also like how close to the river this campground is. We stayed in electrical spots in the #60s. I like how you can scan the QR code and pay right there from your phone. Very convenient! The camp hosts were friendly and would often cruise by in their golf cart checking on campers.
TravelerI'm just stopped here for the night on a long cross country trip. The electricity is on, and the water is off. The campground is completely deserted except for me. The RV campsites are very close together, and I would imagine this would simply be a madhouse in the summertime.
GuideQuiet, clean little gem of a spot. Site was fairly level
Camping cabins near Steamboat Rock, Iowa cluster around several lakes and the Iowa River. The region sits at approximately 1,000 feet elevation with a continental climate featuring warm summers and cold winters. Summer temperatures typically range from 60-85°F, making cabin camping comfortable from May through September, while winter stays often require additional heating arrangements.
Hiking trails: Pine Lake State Park Campground offers extensive hiking opportunities around both Upper and Lower Pine Lakes. "We love hiking here, and the cabins and campground are very nice," notes Randi from Pine Lake State Park Campground. The park features several miles of trails circling both lakes.
Water recreation: Paddling options abound on local lakes and rivers. "Paddle on upper or lower Pine Lake" or "Float or paddle nearby Iowa River (tube and boat rentals nearby)," suggests Kerry M. Many cabins provide convenient lake access for fishing or boating activities.
Golfing nearby: Briggs Woods Park includes a golf course adjacent to its camping area. "There are several campsites, cabins, golf course, access to canoeing or kayaking on the Boone River, along with hiking trails, swimming and fishing," explains Judy B. from Briggs Woods Park.
Modern bathrooms: Recent renovations have improved facilities at several parks. "They've recently updated the bathroom/shower houses to be shared bathroom spaces with individual shower 'closets' on the opposite side of the building. Excellent upgrade!" reports MitchRoeschlein about Pine Lake State Park Campground.
Peaceful settings: Tower Rock cabins offer quiet surroundings with natural views. "The two cabins are fairly new and have all of the amenities. While camping is no longer allowed in Tower Rock park, you can still enjoy a walk down to the river or bicycling on the paved bicycle trail," explains Kerry M. from Tower Rock.
Family amenities: L. Brandt's Crazy Acres Campground provides multiple entertainment options. "The kids had fun playing mini golf, swimming at the beach and playing at the playgrounds. The people that run the campground are so nice," shares Nichole P. from L. Brandt's Crazy Acres Campground & Cabin Rental.
Seasonal availability: Many cabins book quickly during peak months. "It can get busy during peak season!" warns Kerry M. about Pine Lake State Park. Shoulder season (April-May and September-October) typically offers better availability.
Cabin amenities vary: Some cabins include full kitchens while others provide minimal cooking facilities. "My family and I rented one of the cabins here. They were nice cabins just off the bank of the river! The cabin comfortably fit 4 of us. It had a nice stone fireplace a decent living room, small kitchen, and bathroom," writes Jennifer M. about her Pine Lake experience.
Reservation requirements: Most county and state park cabins require advance booking through their websites. Little Wall Lake County Park offers "3 cabins" according to Mary, who noted the park is "a great place to stay. Small lake. Some sites are reserveable online and some are first come first serve." At Little Wall Lake County Park, reservations typically open 12 months in advance.
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