Best Camping near Sutherland, IA

Whether you're an RVer or tent camper, Sutherland, IA is a great place to post up for the weekend—or longer. There's so much to see and do, from exhilarating hikes or bike rides to exploring the local dining and shopping. You're sure to find the perfect campground for your Sutherland camping trip.

Best Camping Sites Near Sutherland, IA (73)

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93 Reviews of 73 Sutherland Campgrounds


  • Jenni C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Olson City Park
    Aug. 15, 2024

    Olson City Park

    Great Spot

    Though we didn’t stay long, this campground was tidy, well marked, and a perfect stop for the night. The campsites were clean, facilities were top notch, and the park and walking path provided a great spot to wear kids out before continuing on.

  • Dave K.
    Camper-submitted photo from Island Park - Rock Rapids
    Jul. 24, 2024

    Island Park - Rock Rapids

    Campground Currently Closed

    Drove over tonight excited for my stay at this neat looking park. Unfortunately it appears that the June 2024 flood damaged the campground and it’s currently closed for repair.

  • Joshua D.
    Camper-submitted photo from Silver Sioux Recreation Area
    Jun. 2, 2024

    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.
    Camper-submitted photo from Stieneke Area Park
    Jun. 2, 2024

    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.
    Camper-submitted photo from Ranney Knob Area
    Jun. 2, 2024

    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.

  • Fred S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Marble Beach State Rec Area
    May. 21, 2024

    Marble Beach State Rec Area

    Van camping here was just okay

    Camped in Site #59 on Oct. 6-7, 2023. Our site had a fire ring, table, as well as electric & water. Spirit Lake is behind the site, although there was no lake access from there. Nice hearing the water lapping on shore. Registering for a site was a little confusing. There was a friendly host in the campground. Our site sloped down toward the lake; had to use our traction boards to level the van as best we can. No privacy between sites. The 6 room restroom/shower was clean. Overall, the campground was large and well maintained. It had an RV park feel to it, which is not our preferred type of camping. I believe folks in larger rigs will be comfortable here.

  • Dean G.
    Camper-submitted photo from Brown County Park
    Sep. 18, 2023

    Brown County Park

    Brown County

    This place is HUGE. We were shocked at the size of the state park and how many many campsites there were. We were back on Taylor Ridge so we had a noticeable drive in/out anytime we went anywhere. Bathrooms were clean and maintained. Sites had ample space. Because it is all on the ridges of the park, there is a significant decline after the campsite “flat area”

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Willow Creek Campground
    Sep. 14, 2023

    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.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Ludlow Park
    Sep. 4, 2023

    Ludlow Park

    Not a camping site

    Contacted the office that manages these campgrounds and was told that the Olson Park campground is the only park with camp sites in Worthington…

  • M
    Camper-submitted photo from Robertson Park
    Aug. 17, 2023

    Robertson Park

    DO NOT GO

    We decided to camp here after a long day on I-90. We got here at 3am and the first thing we saw was a “historic cemetery”. After setting up camp an old mini van kept driving by us, with no one there. He had stopped for a second to look at us and drove away. 10 minutes later he was back and we PACKED up and left. This place is suspicious, take caution.

  • Wade G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Ludlow Park
    Aug. 16, 2023

    Ludlow Park

    Not what it says

    There doesn't seem to be any overnight camping at this spot. There is no indication that there is any spots to do any camping. Don't stop here.

  • James M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Sandy Hollow Park Campground
    Mar. 9, 2023

    Sandy Hollow Park Campground

    New CG with lots of amenities

    New seasonal County park and CG has standard sites, fire rings, tables, firewood, swimming beach, fishing, boating, hiking including access to Sioux Center's trail system, shelters, lodge, archery range. Playground, canoe/kayak rentals.Entry fee is $5.

  • T
    Camper-submitted photo from Marble Beach State Rec Area
    Oct. 9, 2022

    Marble Beach State Rec Area

    Great campground! Limited people for fall camping

    Easy to access- large site campground. Nice sites that back up to spirit lake with enough room for bigger rigs to get into easily and have tree coverage to feel wooded. Easy to check in and out of. Great price for a full hook up site. Plan to return again and again! We loved it.

  • Dan C.
    Camper-submitted photo from Marble Beach State Rec Area
    Sep. 4, 2022

    Marble Beach State Rec Area

    Good, but not great

    Camp sites for tents are super tiny and irregular shaped. Lots of sloping on sites. Generally tight quarters to other campers and plenty of road noise until about 10 PM. A few good options for fishing, boating and hiking near by.

  • Mike
    Camper-submitted photo from Marble Beach State Rec Area
    Sep. 2, 2022

    Marble Beach State Rec Area

    Close enough to Okoboji

    Excellent Campground!, Easy driving distance to Arnold's Park. Campground is Clean, Showers/Bathrooms are new and modern. Full Hookups are easy to use. many spots in the Oak Woods. Good place for Bicycling, 4 miles mostly bike path to town. Around Spirit Lake is a nice 16 miles bike ride. I rated 4 stars, because there is a little traffic noise, and the lake is a little weedy.

  • Brian B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Vicks Corner
    Aug. 12, 2022

    Vicks Corner

    Perfect overnight stop

    Great stop for one night. It’s a gas station, U-Haul, Bait and Tackle, Mini-Campground. None of the back in sites are numbered.

  • K
    Camper-submitted photo from Mill Creek State Park
    Aug. 9, 2022

    Mill Creek State Park

    Nice lake

    The campground is hard to get a spot at and is far away from the lake. The lake and grounds are well maintained. The showers are decent but take quarters to use them. Decent campground but not my favorite to go to in the area.

  • K
    Camper-submitted photo from Willow Creek Campground
    Aug. 9, 2022

    Willow Creek Campground

    Great campground

    This is a great well kept clean campground. The hosts are amazing and go above and beyond to make sure you are taken care of. The lake is clean and very pretty. The shower house is newly renovated and very nice. One of our favorite places to stay at!!!!

  • KThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Gull Point State Park Campground
    Jul. 25, 2022

    Gull Point State Park Campground

    Quiet shaded camping

    By far quietest park at lake which is nice if you are looking for less crowds- granted we stayed on a Monday night. The camp is near a swampy area so bugs kinda rough. Short walk down to beach for swimming.

  • Mallory S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Willow Creek Campground
    Jul. 17, 2022

    Willow Creek Campground

    Nice overall, exceptional bathrooms

    Site 42 is on the beach side which is the newer part of the campground, it’s one of the full hookup ones by the sidewalk. It was level and had some shade.m; sites are average size. There’s a dumpster and a container for recycling (not at the same spot), single stream no glass. The cell signal was good and they furnish wifi which was also good. The bathrooms are stupendous! Shiny floor, air conditioned and residential faucets in the showers! No button pushing! The trails are great! There are 1 and 2 mile loops to the east and 5 miles that follows the river to the west and south. We didn’t get in the pond but lots of other campers did. The City rents seasonal spots so there was a mix of locals and travelers. We enjoyed ice cream at Blue Bunny and beer at Wise I.

  • Mallory S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Marble Beach State Rec Area
    Jul. 16, 2022

    Marble Beach State Rec Area

    Deluxe bathrooms!

    Site 59 has a downward sloping driveway and the camping area is sloped and tilted but neither we’re too challenging so we set up easily. The sites are close together but because of the slope 59 feels more private. You can see the lake through the trees, speaking of which the site has very nice shade. The bathrooms are great! There are 6 suites-toilet and shower. I didn’t find a recycling drop off so we took that to the next campgrounds. The bikes trails are great! We rode around the lake. There are plenty of places to visit in the area. We enjoyed the beer at West O and had a superb lunch at Monarch Art Cafe.

  • Opus 15 !.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Emerson Bay State Recreation Area — Emmerson Bay State Recreation Area
    Jun. 28, 2022

    Emerson Bay State Recreation Area — Emmerson Bay State Recreation Area

    Nice State Park Campground

    Nice state park campground in West Okoboji Iowa. Close enough to the action of Lake Okoboji yet has a fairly remote feel. After doing some looking around the area, I believe that this is probably the nicest campground in the area. Sites are fairly close but not super tight. This is a good place to stay for a few days if you want to explore all that Okoboji has to offer. It was full the entire time that we were here and it does fill up quickly so book your trip well in advance.



Guide to Sutherland

Camping near Sutherland, Iowa, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and friendly campgrounds. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a family-friendly adventure, there are plenty of options to explore.

What to do

  • Fishing and Water Activities: Many campgrounds are near lakes and rivers, perfect for fishing and swimming. For instance, at Emerson Bay State Recreation Area, one reviewer mentioned, "Great site to spend a week," highlighting the fun of swimming and fishing in the area.
  • Hiking Trails: Explore the scenic trails around the campgrounds. A visitor at Newton Hills Campground noted, "Great trails and a short scenic road," making it a great spot for hiking enthusiasts.
  • Local Attractions: Check out nearby towns and attractions. One camper at Jackson KOA shared, "I met the previous owner of the park and his wife, and told about some cool things to do in the area," emphasizing the local charm.

What campers like

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A review for Kilen Woods State Park Campground mentioned, "Showers and bathrooms were very clean," which is a big plus for many.
  • Spacious Sites: Many campgrounds offer roomy sites. A visitor at Lazy H Campground said, "The sites are spaced out, concrete pads and pull thru!" making it comfortable for RVers.
  • Friendly Staff: Campers often rave about the welcoming atmosphere. One camper at Scenic Park noted, "Host was very helpful and friendly," which adds to the overall experience.

What you should know

  • Reservations: Some campgrounds fill up quickly, especially during peak seasons. A camper at Emerson Bay State Recreation Area advised, "Book your trip well in advance," to secure your spot.
  • Limited Amenities: Not all campgrounds have markets or stores nearby. A review for Marble Beach State Rec Area mentioned, "NO market," so be sure to bring your supplies.
  • Noise Levels: Some campgrounds can be busy and noisy, especially during weekends. A visitor at Newton Hills Campground mentioned, "It was very busy with lots of families out and about," which might not suit those looking for peace and quiet.

Tips for camping with families

  • Kid-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and family activities. One camper at Magnolia City Campground said, "The playground was nice for the kids," making it a great choice for families.
  • Plan for Meals: Bring easy-to-cook meals or snacks. A visitor at Lazy H Campground enjoyed "picking sweet corn" and spending time on the water, which can be a fun family activity.
  • Safety First: Always keep an eye on kids near water or trails. A camper at Stone State Park Campground mentioned, "There were vault/pit toilets close," which can be handy for families needing quick access.

Tips from RVers

  • Check Hookups: Ensure your site has the necessary hookups. A camper at Jackson KOA appreciated the "good sewer hose at the dump station," which made their stay easier.
  • Level Sites: Look for campgrounds with level sites for a smoother setup. A review for Lazy H Campground highlighted, "The concrete pads are level and large," making it a breeze for RVers.
  • Explore Nearby Towns: Take time to visit local attractions. A camper at Kilen Woods State Park Campground mentioned, "The park is quiet, clean and very easy to hike," which can be a great way to spend the day.

Camping near Sutherland, Iowa, offers a variety of experiences for everyone. From fishing to family fun, there’s something for every camper to enjoy!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which is the most popular campground near Sutherland, IA?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Sutherland, IA is Buena Vista Co Park with a 5-star rating from 3 reviews.

  • What parks are near Sutherland, IA?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 1 parks near Sutherland, IA that allow camping, notably Saylorville Lake and Lake Red Rock.