Best RV Parks & Resorts near Ventura, IA
McIntosh Woods State Park Campground in Ventura provides RV sites with 50-amp and 30-amp electric hookups, sewer connections, and water hookups from April 1 to December 31. Nearby Oakwood RV Park in Clear Lake features big-rig-friendly pull-through sites with full hookup capabilities, including 50-amp service, water, and sewer, operating from April 15 to October 15. Clear Lake State Park Campground offers electric, water, and sewer hookups on gravel pads with minimal shade between sites. Three Fingers Campground in Forest City accommodates RVs with both 30-amp and 50-amp connections on level sites. "Sites are arranged in a circle around a clean shower house. Most sites are level, but sites are close to each other, not offering much in the way of privacy."
The region's RV parks typically provide dump stations for waste disposal, with most sites including picnic tables and fire rings. Cell service varies across campgrounds, with visitors reporting 3-5 bars on major carriers at several locations. During summer months, reservations are recommended for McIntosh Woods and Clear Lake State Park, while Oakwood RV Park often accepts walk-ins. A traveler noted that "the sites are small and where we were was mostly gravel, but we made it work," highlighting the practical nature of some area campgrounds. Many parks remain open through late fall, with Clear Lake State Park extending its season until December 31. Pet policies generally permit animals throughout the campgrounds, though specific restrictions may apply in certain areas or buildings.
