Best Campgrounds near Westfield, IA

Campgrounds near Westfield, Iowa span multiple states with options along the Missouri River and surrounding recreational areas. Stone State Park Campground in Sioux City offers tent, RV, and cabin camping with electric hookups and primitive sites. Ponca State Park in Nebraska, approximately 15 miles southwest of Westfield, provides multiple camping areas including Oak Bluff, Turkey Ridge, and Riverfront campgrounds with cabins and tent sites. KOA Campground North Sioux City and Scenic Park in South Sioux City round out the major established options within a 30-mile radius.

Many campgrounds in the region maintain seasonal operations, with several closing between late September and early May. Stone State Park operates from April through December, while some sites at Ponca State Park remain open year-round. Electrical hookups are common at most established campgrounds, though water availability varies seasonally. Reservations are recommended for weekend camping, particularly at waterfront sites which fill quickly during summer months. Cell service is generally reliable near larger campgrounds but may be limited in more remote areas of the parks. A camper noted, "This is a large state park in the northwest corner of Iowa, surprisingly wooded considering how close to Sioux City it is located."

Riverside camping receives consistently positive reviews, with sites along the Missouri River being particularly popular. Ponca State Park's Turkey Ridge campground earned praise for its spacious primitive sites and proximity to scenic river overlooks. Several visitors mentioned the abundance of wildlife viewing opportunities, including deer and various bird species. Bathroom facilities at most established campgrounds are well-maintained, though amenities vary significantly between locations. One review highlighted that "Scenic park is across the Missouri river from Sioux City, Iowa. It is easy to get to. Very friendly staff. Restrooms are kept clean." Campgrounds closer to Sioux City provide convenient access to urban amenities while still offering natural settings with adequate shade and recreational opportunities.

Best Camping Sites Near Westfield, Iowa (95)

    1. Lazy H Campground

    7 Reviews
    Akron, IA
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (712) 568-5299

    $45 - $65 / night

    "Clean lake with boating. Private lake so no fishing license required."

    "I believe you can even rent or request a golf cart to make getting around easier. The only regret I have is not staying longer. Truly a wonderful place.

    Sprint/T-mobile data was around 56 Mbps down."

    2. Riverfront Campground — Ponca State Park

    10 Reviews
    Ponca, NE
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (402) 755-2284

    $25 - $30 / night

    "The drive from Omaha was so quick and easy. The park is beautiful with tons of trails and things to explore. The overlooks are great, you can see so much of the river."

    "It's set at the edge of rolling wheat fields over looking the Missouri river. The woods are lush and full of deer, turkeys and other critters (also ticks...)."

    3. Elk Point City Park Campground

    6 Reviews
    Westfield, IA
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (605) 356-2141

    $15 / night

    "Water is centrally located. Each site has electric. Some are 50 some are 30. All have 20A/110.

    This is attached to a public park and next to a high school. It’s a very nice area."

    "Playground right there and a nice walking path"

    4. Oak Bluff Campground — Ponca State Park

    9 Reviews
    Ponca, NE
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (402) 755-2284

    $30 / night

    "We pulled in after office ours and easily found several primitive walk up sites to choose from. We selected T45 for it’s proximity to a scenic Missouri River overlook and it’s flat, shaded ground."

    "Need to pay the State Park entrance fee if you don't have an annual pass, but the campground is enjoyable. Close to recreational opportunities for the kids."

    5. Union Grove State Park Campground

    11 Reviews
    Beresford, SD
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (800) 710-2267

    $22 - $26 / night

    "Trails in the area give you a chance to stretch your legs. Convenient to the interstate, but that also means some highway noise if you are not in a hard sided camper."

    "We had the best tent site on the grounds, corner spot with decent trees and distance, most other spots are right on top of each other."

    6. Cabins — Ponca State Park

    6 Reviews
    Ponca, NE
    12 miles
    +1 (402) 755-2284

    $105 - $231 / night

    "Easy drive down to the Missouri River. Plus they have a pool!"

    "Miles of trails! My family did 7 miles. Wonderful views of 3 states. Along the Missouri River. Lovely welcome center with puzzles and games."

    7. Stone State Park Campground

    9 Reviews
    North Sioux City, SD
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (712) 255-4698

    $10 - $50 / night

    "There were vault/pit toilets close and regular restrooms with showers a little walk away (showers needed to be cleaned). Water spigot was close by too."

    "Lots of trails, a little man made lake and a playground in the park for the kids. Beautiful hills and scenery and so quiet!"

    8. Scenic Park

    17 Reviews
    Sioux City, IA
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (402) 494-7531

    $18 - $30 / night

    "Scenic park is across the Missouri river from Sioux City,  Iowa.  It is easy to get to. Very friendly staff.  Restrooms are kept clean. "

    "This is our go to spot when we travel to Sioux City Iowa for basketball. Right across the river with a great view! Clean restrooms and showers!  Third year here.  Great staff too!"

    9. Turkey Ridge — Ponca State Park

    3 Reviews
    Ponca, NE
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (402) 755-2284

    $30 / night

    "A lot of places in Iowa are closed to camping until April or even May. I looked west and quickly found this."

    "We rode our bike around and got an incredible workout with lots of hills. Great views of the Missouri at the 3 state corners viewing area."

    10. KOA Campground North Sioux City

    7 Reviews
    North Sioux City, SD
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (605) 232-4519

    "This KOA just north of the Iowa border is first class. ! Friendly staff and perfect for kiddos. The pool and adventure area are right up your alley if traveling with kids."

    "The dog park is not so well-maintained but was adequate and the pool was clean, and there is easy access to the freeway Both north and south"

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Recent Reviews near Westfield, IA

275 Reviews of 95 Westfield Campgrounds


  • LThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 17, 2025

    Mulberry Bend Wildlife Management Area

    Quiet but bugs

    This was a fine location. A few people stopped by the boat ramp but no one else stayed the night. I looked everywhere and saw no signs regarding camping here and I was not disturbed. Lots of mosquitos and flies made me stay indoors.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 14, 2025

    Union Grove State Park Campground

    Great overnight spot

    Right off the interstate, great access. On hill, treed sites. Large sites, with power. Some back in and some pull through. Great restrooms with showers. Campground host. Make reservations on line. Limited number of sites. Dump station. You can hear the interstate, but small nice campground

  • Travis A.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 8, 2025

    Mulberry Bend Wildlife Management Area

    Mulberry Bend Wildlife Management Area

    Nice spot to overnight for a day or two. Not a very large spot but enough room for 6 or 7 rigs. I tow a 20ft trailer Next to Vermilliom river. 1 picnic table, pit toilet, boat ramp. Easy to get to. Well maintained gravel road. No potable water. Walmart is 5.3 miles away.

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 23, 2025

    Snyder Bend County Park

    Nice lakeside walking path

    No reservation needed. Self check-in before 10pm. $25 for electric & water hookup. Lake facing spaces available if not already taken. Nice walking trail lakeside. Yes. There are mosquitoes at dusk.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 16, 2025

    Mulberry Bend Wildlife Management Area

    Open in August 2025. No idea what all the fuss is about.

    I almost skipped this spot because people were complaining about it being roped off or closed, or it didn't look safe or whatever, and it couldn't be farther from the truth. Whoever is writing those is probably either overly conscious, or they're trying to dissuade other campers so that they can have the spot to themselves. But it's such a big place and a lot of places to park that it doesn't really make a whole lot of sense to do that, so I don't know what their motive was.

    There are trash cans and if you can do water procurement, there's the Missouri River. I don't see a grey dump though.

    No problem at all getting my bus in here.

  • Nancy B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 27, 2025

    Elk Point City Park Campground

    Nice park

    What a great find. $15 with electric and some water hookups. Playground right there and a nice walking path

  • Jessica K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 19, 2025

    Mulberry Bend Wildlife Management Area

    Nice stop

    Not too far down a gravel road. Great views and breeze of the Missouri River. No signs about camping or not. I see a vault toilet but didn't try it.

  • Jessica K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 19, 2025

    Mulberry Bend Wildlife Management Area

    No longer a boat ramp - CLOSED

    This is now closed off w a fence. There are houses around the area too, off a gravel, curvey road that doesn't seem safe to stay on for the night. No pull off at all anymore.

  • lThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 14, 2025

    Scenic Park

    Perfect for 1 nite OR a long stay!

    Sites are easy to park in. Plenty of trees and grass. Some noise from train and city, but very bearable. Easy access from and to Sioux City and highway. Office folk accommodating, helpful, and there for you .


Guide to Westfield

Camping sites near Westfield, Iowa offer options in diverse terrain spanning three states—Iowa, Nebraska, and South Dakota. Most sites in this region sit at elevations between 1,100-1,320 feet along the Missouri River watershed, creating varied camping environments from wooded bluffs to riverside settings. Seasonal temperature swings are significant, with summer highs regularly exceeding 90°F and winter lows dipping below 20°F, affecting campground operations throughout the year.

What to do

Horseback riding: Turkey Ridge at Ponca State Park provides access to numerous equestrian trails through diverse terrain. A camper shared, "There are hiking trails, horseback riding, archery, horseback riding, etc. The charm of the area is still there: riverfront views, rolling hills, simple trails through nature."

Fishing opportunities: Multiple parks offer fishing without requiring additional permits. At Lazy H Campground, one visitor noted, "Full hookups are great. Tons of activities to do here. There's fishing, boating, biking, and swimming. Private lake so no fishing license required."

Historical exploration: Several campgrounds contain significant historical sites. Elk Point City Park Campground features "historic Lewis and Clark campsite" according to a visitor who described it as "Cute and historical city park that offers multiple 30 Amp hook up sites for $15."

Disc golf courses: For those seeking recreational activities beyond hiking, several parks maintain disc golf courses. A reviewer at Elk Point City Park mentioned "Lots of play grounds, dog park, disc golf" among the amenities available at this economical camping option.

What campers like

Spacious primitive sites: Campers consistently praise the roomy tent camping areas at Turkey Ridge — Ponca State Park, with one reviewer noting, "We found a great space in the Turkey Ridge campground. Electric with a water spigot between 2 spaces. We were in a tree cave with very little sunlight."

Affordable options: Budget-conscious campers appreciate parks with reasonable fees. At Elk Point City Park Campground, one camper mentioned, "This is a really nice campgrounds. It only has electricity but for $15.00 it was very nice and quiet."

Clean facilities: Several parks maintain exceptional hygiene standards. A visitor to Union Grove State Park Campground shared, "Be prepared to higher your campground expectations after this one! Definitely one of the cleanest most well kept campgrounds I've seen in a while. Shower rooms/bathrooms are immaculate, and smell so nice."

Winter camping availability: Unlike many Iowa campgrounds that close seasonally, certain parks remain open year-round. A Turkey Ridge visitor reported, "A lot of places in Iowa are closed to camping until April or even May. I looked west and quickly found this... The primitive rate is $15, but they reduced it to $10 in the off-season."

What you should know

Internet connectivity varies: Cell service quality differs significantly between locations. At Scenic Park, visitors report reliable service, while at Stone State Park, one camper noted, "There was sketchy coverage for your phone so I couldn't pull up Alltrails, make sure to download before you drive in."

Reservation requirements: Most established campgrounds require advance booking during peak season. Oak Bluff Campground visitors mentioned, "Another campground Oak Bluff is for reservations only" highlighting the importance of planning ahead.

Park pass requirements: Nebraska state parks require entrance permits in addition to camping fees. A Turkey Ridge camper explained, "A pass is required to camp, so you can add another $5 if you're a Nebraska resident, and $8 if you're from out of state. Season passes are also available, $40 resident, $45 non-resident."

Shower costs: Some facilities charge for shower use. A camper at Ponca State Park noted, "Park had dump station, pay showers ($1 for 6 minutes), and flush toilets. Restrooms were very clean."

Tips for camping with families

Water activities for kids: Lazy H Campground offers exceptional water recreation options. One visitor explained, "The beach has giant floating lily pads that the kids loved. There are showers on the beach to wash off feet after you're done swimming."

Educational opportunities: Several parks maintain interpretive centers with family-friendly exhibits. A Ponca State Park visitor shared, "For the 100 years celebration they had re-enactments, making walking stick adornments, bird catch and release to show an up close and personal peek at the local birds."

Playground accessibility: Not all playgrounds are located near camping areas. At Stone State Park, a camper warned, "There is a nice playground, but it is not located anywhere near the campground (it is located closer to two of the cabins). If you are camping with children, please note this."

Swimming facilities: Several parks maintain pools for family recreation. A Ponca State Park visitor mentioned, "There are hiking trails, playgrounds, and even a water park" when describing family amenities at the park.

Tips from RVers

Site dimensions: Many campgrounds have size restrictions that limit larger RVs. At Scenic Park, a visitor noted, "All the spots are spacious...neighbors are not on top of you. This spot had a nice concrete pad with a picnic table. Full hook-ups with sewer, water, electric, cable, and wi-if."

Utility availability: Electric service varies between parks and specific sites. A camper at Turkey Ridge specified, "Electric with a water spigot between 2 spaces" highlighting the need to verify hookup availability when booking.

Pull-through access: Limited pull-through sites exist in the area. At Elk Point City Park, a visitor cautioned, "Spots are small. Wouldn't recommend anything with a slide-out. No pull through. Water is centrally located. Each site has electric. Some are 50 some are 30."

Leveling requirements: Terrain varies considerably between campgrounds. At Union Grove State Park, campers report "level sites" while other parks may require additional stabilization equipment.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Westfield, IA?

According to TheDyrt.com, Westfield, IA offers a wide range of camping options, with 95 campgrounds and RV parks near Westfield, IA and 2 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Westfield, IA?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Westfield, IA is Lazy H Campground with a 4.6-star rating from 7 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Westfield, IA?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 2 free dispersed camping spots near Westfield, IA.