Top Cabins near Whittemore, IA

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40 Reviews of 12 Whittemore Campgrounds


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    Camper-submitted photo from Flying Goose Campground & Resort
    Sep. 5, 2024

    Flying Goose Campground & Resort

    Nice campground on nice lake

    Large campground with a play park and other sporting area. Lake to swim in - no lifeguard offered. Large sites with water/electric hook up - some full hook sites and big rig friendly. The site we were put in was not set up well for the connections however it was a large site. Very muddy site but they offered to let us use a rug so we didn’t get ours all Muddy.

  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Flying Goose Campground & Resort
    May. 30, 2024

    Flying Goose Campground & Resort

    Just beautiful

    Very quiet and clean, goid WiFi. Gary was very helpful. This campground is just beautiful. There is a lake you can fish,swim,rent kayaks and canoe. Laundry and showers.

  • C
    Camper-submitted photo from Flying Goose Campground & Resort
    Aug. 5, 2023

    Flying Goose Campground & Resort

    Well kept campsite

    Well maintained campground with fishing piers and a swimming beach. A lot of seasonal/permanent sites. Transit spots were a little tight but owners did what they could to space you out. Very accommodating.

  • Jeannie D.
    Camper-submitted photo from Joe Sheldon County Park
    May. 25, 2023

    Joe Sheldon County Park

    Beautiful hiking!

    This is a lovely and expanding park. Spacious, level pull through sites with full hookups. Decent Verizon coverage. Shower houses could use updates.

  • Jeannie D.
    Camper-submitted photo from Dolliver Memorial State Park
    May. 25, 2023

    Dolliver Memorial State Park

    Love Dolliver

    One of my favorite hiking spots! Camping here is comfortable enough. Sites can be a little squat in the middle loops, and no fhu. Antenna coverage is fine for catching your evening weather report, but cell service cuts out as you drive down into the park, and does not resume until you come back up and out. There's no wifi, and I'm not sure how satellite service would fare down here. Our Dish barely kept up with the antenna, so I'm guessing satellite's a meh. If you have anything you'd like to listen to or watch, download it before going in. But, honestly, the hiking is so good, it'd be silly to worry about much of anything down here. I rarely do.

  • Jeannie D.
    Camper-submitted photo from Webster County Kennedy Park Campground
    May. 25, 2023

    Webster County Kennedy Park Campground

    No Service

    Great sites, phenomenol hosts. LOVE the playground, and the culture; this is home during the summer months. Terrible WIFI, absolutely no cell coverage out here. Not sure how they justify raising camping rates here if the ameneties do not reflect modern needs for family enjoyment. Yes we like smores, and watching the birds, and fishing, and hiking; but so help me, we like our Netflix too, and I sure would like to be able to watch the weather report. Even Dish coverage is spotty out here. It's weird, we're not down in a valley or anything. Not sure why this is such a dead zone out here.

  • Gregory L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Jackson KOA
    May. 21, 2023

    Jackson KOA

    Great little park!

    We stopped here for 2 nights on our way to South Dakota. The park is small, but very well maintained, and man, literally every person there was INCREDIBLY nice! I met the previous owner of the park and his wife, and told about some cool things to do in the area including the Jeffers Petroglyphs, a fort in the town of Jackson, and the town from Little House on the Prairie.

    Our site was level, easy to get into, and had a nice tree providing some shade. Water pressure was good, no issues with electric. One thing I noticed that I thought was really cool was they had a good sewer hose at the dump station for guests to use so they didn’t have to dig theirs out. That is the kind of thought the owners put into the experience at their park. Simple, nice perks that make the experience just that little bit extra good, and there were things like that throughout the park.

    There is a small grocery store about 5 mins south of the park, a Burger King right across the street, and a few gas stations. New Ulm is about an hour away and well worth the visit! Cool little downtown area with lots of history, great restaurants, and cool shops.

  • Eric J.
    Camper-submitted photo from Pilot Knob State Park
    May. 26, 2022

    Pilot Knob State Park

    This place is a GEM

    Beautiful campground. Well maintained. Nice facilities. You can’t beat this place for the price. Nice hiking trails too.

  • Jacob B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Pilot Knob State Park
    Feb. 21, 2022

    Pilot Knob State Park

    Enjoyable

    For $12/night on a 30AMP hookup, I really can't complain. This is my first of many stops in the new RV, needed a place to camp out before getting it serviced the next day. Enjoyable scenery, especially at sunset

  • L
    Camper-submitted photo from Dolliver Memorial State Park
    Nov. 5, 2021

    Dolliver Memorial State Park

    Beautiful and tranquil

    Dolliver State Park was our maiden voyage in our travel trailer and it was obvious we were pitiful newbies! The park's beauty and tranquility did get disturbed a couple times when our dogs got loose (newbs!). The park staff were friendly and very helpful as were our fellow campers. The sites are mostly level with picnic tables and fire rings. Sites range from shady to sunny and the reservation website depicts the sites with a small photo and details about the amount of slope and shade. Cell service was good but no WiFi without a hotspot for us. We had fun, learned a lot and plan to camp here again!

  • b
    Camper-submitted photo from Dolliver Memorial State Park
    Oct. 2, 2021

    Dolliver Memorial State Park

    Smaller but nice

    We have a smaller camper and got lucky to fit into a smaller spot that backed up to the woods. We both grew up around here and have always kayaked,fished,hiked, tent camped in the park. Love the scenic trails, there’s so many. Good for pictures. Also they rebuilt the boat ramp and it’s really nice now. Nice river to kayak, not as scenic as some but fun even though the rivers low. There’s 2 cabins you can rent which I did a couple times years ago, they are clean with kitchen. Overall nice park.

  • Crystal E.
    Camper-submitted photo from Jackson KOA
    Aug. 25, 2021

    Jackson KOA

    Perfect!!

    First time camper here and we will definitely be back! Well maintained. Clean. And the owners are very helpful and friendly! Best camping experience yet!

  • h
    Camper-submitted photo from Flying Goose Campground & Resort
    Aug. 11, 2021

    Flying Goose Campground & Resort

    Pristine and peaceful

    What a gem! We were there for a one night mid-week stay, and it was so quiet and calm because ~70% of the spots are taken by seasonal guests who are primarily at the campgrounds on the weekends. Right on Lake Imogene, there is a boat dock and a sandy swimming beach (which we had entirely to ourselves!). The grounds are well-maintained and very clean. There are three playgrounds (one at the swimming beach), a mini golf course, and an actual phone booth. The owners live on site and are very kind and accommodating. We got a late checkout for an additional $10, allowing us to really take advantage of this amazing spot. Highly recommended.

  • T
    Camper-submitted photo from Pilot Knob State Park
    Jul. 13, 2021

    Pilot Knob State Park

    Our favorite

    This is our favorite place to camp. Never overcrowded, they have activities put in by Friends of Pilot Knob such as movie nights. Lots to do like hiking, biking, and fishing. Very clean bathhouse and bathrooms, park. Family friendly and quiet place to camp.

  • Daniel L.
    Camper-submitted photo from Jackson KOA
    Jul. 12, 2021

    Jackson KOA

    Clean and inviting

    Arrived after office was closed. Still greeted by the owner very welcomingly. Test site is flat, dry and grassy. Could’ve ask for a better site. Mosquitoes where not an issue at this site. Thank you for a wonderful stay.

  • Gypsy G.
    Camper-submitted photo from Flying Goose Campground & Resort
    Jun. 25, 2021

    Flying Goose Campground & Resort

    Hidden gem!

    What a beautiful, clean campground right on a gorgeous lake!! I really enjoyed my short stay here - the owner met me at the office when I called him. No problem that I didn’t have a reservation- plenty of room! $37 for the night. Showers and bathrooms were big and clean. Campground in general was immaculate. Would definitely stay again if I was passing through this way. Literally right off I-90.

  • Alan B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Joe Sheldon County Park
    Jun. 4, 2021

    Joe Sheldon County Park

    Joe Sheldon County Campground the best

    We spent several nights camping at South Joe Sheldon County Park. Beautiful pull through campsites some full hook ups others with electronic and water. I’ve included some pictures.

  • Chris S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Flying Goose Campground & Resort
    May. 13, 2021

    Flying Goose Campground & Resort

    Really nice set up for a quick stay over off of I-90

    We found this place by accident, and were very happy we did. It’s a small family run campground with mostly seasonal campers. Set along the shores of Lake Imogene, which comes out of nowhere surrounded by farm land, and you can’t even see it from the road. Mature shade trees everywhere, Impeccably clean bathrooms, showers, etc. playground, small homemade mini golf course, volleyball, basketball, the works to keep the kids happy and entertained while you relax in a quiet clean setting. We stayed in a bull through site with two other campers, were nice and spaced out and didn’t hear them at all, but we’re told on weekends because of an on-site wedding venue, there are more people and the campsites are full. Mid-week night stats are tops though, and we would absolutely stay here again. The pull through sites have electric, water and sewage at every site.

    Everyone we met (owners, staff, other campers) were extremely nice. Good people, great stay.

  • Brandi M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Dolliver Memorial State Park
    Oct. 22, 2020

    Dolliver Memorial State Park

    Beautiful Fall Scenery

    Loved it! Both our teenage boys agree it was one of the top 3 places on our South Dakota trip. We would definitely stay here again!!!

  • P
    Camper-submitted photo from Thorpe Park
    Oct. 22, 2020

    Thorpe Park

    Really neat little park

    Gorgeous little park right on a series of small lakes. Camping is in grassy and forested area. You dive on grass and park next to a table and power outlet. Many of these spots are not level and seem better suited to tents than larger RVs but some spots could work for vans, class C or small class A RVs. I also saw one cabin for rent. This is all near the water and has bathrooms and a water faucet. I also noticed pretty good AT&T cell coverage here. This area has historically been bad for cell coverage so maybe that is improving.

  • Lori N.
    Camper-submitted photo from Dolliver Memorial State Park
    Sep. 20, 2020

    Dolliver Memorial State Park

    We Love this park!

    The RV parking area isn't really big, but all sites are great & feel private, especially the outer ones. We have never stayed in the cabins, but they look nice & well kept. Bathrooms & showers are nice. We LOVE the hiking trails. Some can be a pretty good workout & steep for a 61 year old, but they are do-able & have resting benches a long the way. There are some beautiful old bridges if you get on the right trails😁 Wifi is virtually non-existent there, but it is nice to be "unplugged" We have a DVD player & watch old movies if its raining. We wish the park cut-up it's own firewood & offered it for sale (there are plenty downed trees available) It would be an extra income for them. As it is, you can't bring in any wood outside the area because of the Elm Tree Borer possibly being transported, so you will need to go to Ft Dodge to buy some (Menards & possibly some gas stations) have bundles you can buy. It would be so much easier right at the park, like some places we go in Minnesota. We live an hour away and come just to hike sometimes. Nice, quiet place

  • PThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Jackson KOA
    Jul. 23, 2020

    Jackson KOA

    In the COVID-19 times we found this campground to be clean and easy to distance. Bathrooms/showers had a fan blowing and window open and the site we had ( #9) had a male tree for afternoon/early evening shade. We unloaded our bikes and enjoyed the bike trails that encircle and go through Jackson. Our neighbor had a leak in his outside shower that was noticed by the maintenance man. He turned off the water and upon the camper’s return, helped him fix his leak. Recycling available and besides your picnic table, there’s a covered dining area by the pool with a gas grill.

    Enjoyable Stay

  • Renee W.
    Camper-submitted photo from Jackson KOA
    Jul. 12, 2020

    Jackson KOA

    Nice Campground on I90

    I’ve been to several KOAs while traveling and this one does not disappoint. Clean and updated bathrooms, nice pool and friendly staff.

  • Willy W.
    Camper-submitted photo from Buena Vista County Park Sunrise Campground
    Jun. 1, 2020

    Buena Vista County Park Sunrise Campground

    Kings Pointe Resort

    This is a pretty awesome place. There is a lot of activities. The resort resides on Storm Lake and it’s usually pretty active. The first night we were there it actually had a very nice lightning storm.

    The lake has a lot of perch, walleye, crappie and white bass. It’s not a very deep lake but has some pockets that you can find on the west side that does pretty good. There are boat ramps and parks all along the lake.

    The resort is pretty huge it has an indoor and outdoor water park. The park slides are pretty fun and scary. There is also a lazy river!

    The restaurant in the hotel is top notch. They served some of the best food. You won’t go hungry and the price wasn’t over priced like some resorts.

    There is also a very nice large playground for kids to play on and a nice little beach to go swimming on. They clean the beach every morning but it gets pretty dirty towards the end of the day.

    It doesn’t get very crowded during the week but on the weekend it picks up and a lot of people who aren’t staying at the resort show up to play in the water park.

    As far as outside there are lots of trails to walk on. Tons of little parks around the lake to have picnics and town isn’t that far if you need to get coffee or groceries.



Guide to Whittemore

Camping near Whittemore, Iowa, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful getaway or an adventure-filled weekend, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do

  • Fishing and Boating: Many campgrounds near Whittemore, like Emerson Bay State Recreation Area, provide great access to lakes for fishing and boating. One camper mentioned, "Emmerson Bay is the Best for Tubing on the Iowa Great Lakes," highlighting the fun water activities available.
  • Hiking and Trails: Explore the scenic trails at Dolliver Memorial State Park Campground. A visitor shared, "The hiking is so good, it'd be silly to worry about much of anything down here," emphasizing the park's beautiful hiking options.
  • Playgrounds and Family Activities: Campgrounds like Kennedy County Park have playgrounds and recreational areas. One reviewer noted, "Multiple kids parks, beach area, fishing areas with boat ramps," making it a great spot for families.

What campers like

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. At Blue Earth City Campground, a guest said, "Bathrooms were clean," which is a big plus for many.
  • Friendly Hosts: Many campgrounds have welcoming staff. A visitor at Jackson KOA remarked, "The owners are very helpful and friendly!" This kind of hospitality makes a difference.
  • Quiet Atmosphere: Campers enjoy the peaceful settings. One reviewer at Flying Goose Campground & Resort mentioned, "It was so quiet and calm," perfect for those looking to relax.

What you should know

  • Mosquitoes: Be prepared for bugs, especially near water. A camper at Gull Point State Park Campground noted, "Bugs kinda rough," so bring some repellent.
  • Site Conditions: Some campgrounds have uneven sites. A visitor at Pilot Knob State Park mentioned, "Not all sites are level," which is something to keep in mind when choosing your spot.
  • Limited Amenities: Not all campgrounds have full hookups. A camper at Land of Memories Campground pointed out, "We wish there was sewer," so check the amenities before booking.

Tips for camping with families

  • Bring Games: Having outdoor games can keep kids entertained. One camper at Marble Beach State Rec Area mentioned, "Great campground! Limited people for fall camping," which can mean more space for family activities.
  • Plan for Meals: Cooking together can be a fun family activity. A visitor at Everett Park said, "The shower had plenty of hot water with great water pressure," which means you can enjoy a nice meal after a day of activities.
  • Check for Events: Some campgrounds host family-friendly events. A camper at Dolliver Memorial State Park Campground noted, "The staff are extremely friendly," which often means they have activities planned for families.

Tips from RVers

  • Check Site Size: Make sure your RV fits the site. A visitor at Gull Point State Park Campground mentioned, "The best RV spots are up the hill by the bath house," indicating some areas are better suited for larger rigs.
  • Bring Extra Supplies: Some campgrounds may not have all the hookups you need. A camper at Jackson KOA said, "They had a good sewer hose at the dump station for guests," which is a nice perk.
  • Explore Nearby Attractions: Take time to visit local attractions. A visitor at Kennedy County Park shared, "Told about some cool things to do in the area," which can enhance your camping experience.

Camping near Whittemore, Iowa, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. With a little planning and the right campground, you're sure to have a great time!

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    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Whittemore, IA is Joe Sheldon County Park with a 5-star rating from 2 reviews.

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