Indian Lake Park provides cabin accommodations with modern amenities, allowing visitors to enjoy the natural setting while maintaining comfort. Located near West Point, Iowa, the campground features fishing opportunities, hiking trails, and a lake with sandy beach access. The park remains quiet during weekdays with increased activity on summer weekends. Cabin sites are situated to balance privacy with access to facilities, including modern restrooms and shower buildings that campers consistently rate as clean and well-maintained.
What to do
Kayaking and canoeing: Spring Lake Park offers rentals for water exploration, with miles of shoreline to discover. "Kayak/Canoe/Pontoon rentals. CHEAP primitive camping. Miles of trails. Staff and caretakers keep the trails extremely clean. Excellent views of the large lake the trails go around," notes Nick D.
Fishing from your site: The Catfish Place Campground features sites positioned directly on a pond for convenient fishing access. "My family stayed in our popup last September and it was great. Friendly staff, nice clean bathroom and showers. Spot on beautiful pond. It was great to be able to fish from our site," reports Amy W.
Hiking the trail system: Waubonsie Trail Park offers both regular and equestrian trails with varied terrain. "I was only able to stay one night but i loved it. We hiked the equestrian trails one afternoon and the regular trails the next day. I camped in the equestrian campground and loved it with my popup," shares Joyce M.
What campers like
Clean facilities: Indian Lake Park maintains modern restrooms and shower facilities. "Very modern facilities that were clean," mentions Charles A., while another visitor notes that the park features a stone lodge for larger gatherings and family reunions.
Helpful camp hosts: Many glamping locations close to West Point, Iowa have attentive staff who enhance the experience. "Tony and his wife are the camp hosts. Tony was so helpful and nice. The camp sites are spacious and clean," explains Jeannie B. about her stay at Indian Lake Park.
Affordability: Waubonsie Trail Park offers cabin camping experiences at reasonable rates. "Cute little RV/tent campground. Very nice hosts. Only stayed 1 night. Definitely on the 'let's go back' list. All for under $20 for electric RV site! Great campground for a small group event," according to Tracy J.
What you should know
Reservation requirements: Lake Darling State Park cabins book quickly throughout the year. "They even have cabin rentals for the more glamping lifestyle. They do book up quick in advance, but there is usually walk up spots available the week of too," advises Desiree R.
Primitive options available: Spring Lake Park offers both developed and primitive sites. "I've camped here several times at the primitive sites. It's a decent hike in but once you get there, the view of the lake is worth it. It's just a nice, peaceful place to camp," writes Mandi C.
Cell coverage limitations: Some glamping sites have limited connectivity. "All in all a great weekend get away place. And generally limited cell signal might be better that way eh?" notes Douglas P. about Lake Darling State Park Campground.
Tips for camping with families
Multi-use trails: Lake Darling State Park features paved paths suitable for all ages. "There is a long concrete multi use path along the lake and into the cabin area," explains Douglas P., making it accessible for strollers and younger children.
On-site activities: Haven Hills Campground provides family-friendly transportation options. "It's gorgeous and you can rent golf carts for the day! Had such a great time and got to visit Aledo and see the charm of this small town!" shares Chole C.
Playground access: Indian Lake Park includes play areas near cabin sites. "There is a playground, a few nice hiking trails, and a lake with a nice sandy beach," notes Dave N., providing options to keep children entertained throughout the stay.
Tips from RVers
Site spacing: Spring Lake Park offers varied site arrangements. "Most occupants are simi-annual residents, but there are still several nice, quiet, shady spots to be found. Everyone is friendly. There are 2 clean but dated bathhouses available," explains Colleen H.
Utility placement considerations: When selecting full hookup sites at Lake Darling, note the layout. "The full hookup sites have the neighbors waste tube close the campers picnic table. Sometimes getting a whiff of black water waste while trying eat dinner leaves a little to be desired," advises Douglas P.
Early arrival recommended: Popular glamping locations fill quickly during peak seasons. "If a person camps in the regular electric only sites this is not a problem. However, this requires (for most campers) the use of the shower house," adds Douglas P. about Lake Darling State Park.
