Top Cabins near Winterset, IA
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Best Cabin Sites Near Winterset, IA (23)
1. Des Moines West KOA
22 Reviews•33 Photos•44 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
2. Winterset City Park
12 Reviews•28 Photos•46 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
$15 - $22 / night
3. Timberline Campground
12 Reviews•6 Photos•43 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
$40 - $80 / night
4. Jester County Park
27 Reviews•45 Photos•100 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
$20 - $25 / night
5. Ledges State Park
39 Reviews•57 Photos•207 SavesMillions of years before the plains of Iowa were inhabited by the Sauk, Fox and Sioux peoples, much of the American Midwest was covered by a shallow inland sea. It was at this time that the area’s sandstone deposits began forming. Fast-forward to just 13,000 years ago, with the inland sea now long gone, Ice Age glacial meltwater raced across the dry plains, carving and scouring channels and canyons into the sandstone terrain. One of these canyons can be found in Iowa’s Ledges State Park. This 1,000-acre nature preserve and recreation area is located on a wide bend on the Des Moines River, and is just 40 miles north of the city of Des Moines. The park is subject to frequent flooding when the river breaches its banks, but is otherwise a popular year-round outdoor recreation destination. Visitors to Ledges can enjoy a variety of hiking, fishing and paddling opportunities, as well as explore a prehistoric river canyon that showcases nature’s ability to sculpt the landscape. The campground at Ledges State Park features 94 tent and RV sites situated among deciduous woods not far from the Des Moines River. Campers can choose from full-hookup, partial-hookup, or primitive tent sites. Most sites are back-in; only a few are pull-through for larger vehicles. Tent sites are located in both in the main camp area, and in a secluded walk-in area. There is also a youth group site. All sites are equipped with picnic tables, fire pits and cooking grills, and all have access to water faucets, flush restrooms, showers, and trash receptacles; a dump station is located near the campground entrance. The campground also features a kids’ playground, outdoor amphitheater, and is within walking distance of trails and picnic areas. Some roads and/or facilities may not be open or available in the winter. Reservations are accepted, however the park saves about half of the sites for first-come, first-served campers; sites are $11–$19/night.
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
$12 - $18 / night
6. Green Valley State Park
8 Reviews•41 Photos•47 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
7. Thomas Mitchell County Park
11 Reviews•57 Photos•57 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
8. South - Three Mile Co Rec Area
2 Reviews•16 Photos•9 Saves- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- RVs
- Tents
- Cabins
9. Springbrook State Park
9 Reviews•42 Photos•33 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Reservable
- ADA Access
- RVs
10. Middle River Point
2 Reviews•8 Photos•21 SavesThey offer primitive to “glamping” style camping right here is Southwest Iowa. With all the rustic amenities usually available along with some that might surprise you!
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
$15 - $32 / night
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Recent Cabin Reviews In Winterset
157 Reviews of 23 Winterset Campgrounds
- ccedded S.
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Sportsman Park
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Deb M.
Ranger
Winterset City Park
Great city park on a cute town
Nice city park campground close to lots of covered bridges and other things to see. The sites are pretty well spaced with lots of grass and some trees in between. It was a good value for full hookup sites. The bathroom was decent, and phone service was adequate. We just spent one night here on our way home from Colorado, but will be returning in the fall to explore more and see some colors.
Laura W.
Traveler
Green Valley State Park
Timing is everything!
Pretty grounds with woodland coverage on all sides in addition to the lake. We visited in August and realized it was prime family vacation time before school starts up again, so a little crowded and noisy. Spots are pretty close together too. But the grounds are quite lovely and the facilities were super clean. We plan to go back when Autumn arrives, mid week. Bonus easy shore fishing access.
- Amanda W.Scout
Jester County Park
outing
went out here with family and had a amtime azing
- Amanda W.Scout
Jester County Park
camping
we love it here people are great price is Right Showers are hot every time it a WOnderfull place •to be .
Danni A.Traveler
Lake Icaria Co Park
Beautiful Views
This campground has beautiful views of the lake. The sites are very close together. Everything was very clean when we were there.
- mmichael W.Traveler
Thomas Mitchell County Park
Nice campground although not too many spaces.
Came in late, even though there were several empty spaces turns out they were reserved. Very nice camp host told us we could have a non-electric site, none of them were reserved. Bathroom/showers were clean.
Ben K.ScoutThomas Mitchell County Park
Clean and quiet in tent
Spent 2 nights tent camping here. We stayed at site 4, glad I read reviews on here. I personally would not want to be in a site beyond number 7 as it gets too close to the dump station and subsequent “sewage lagoon”
Shower house was clean, pretty quiet, and only 5 miles off the highway
- TTom M.
Guide
Des Moines West KOA
One of our favorites !
Have stayed here several times, one of our grandkids favorite KOA's. Staff is one of the nicest and most helpful we've ever encountered.
Ashley M.ScoutSportsman Park
Awesome
Great camping sites! Can’t beat the price. Showers and toilets that were clean. Very peaceful. Best place we camped from Michigan to Washington!
- Les W.Guide
Des Moines West KOA
Unbelievable !
Stayed here for five nights attending a family reunion. First time staying at a koa and it was awesome. From the site service firewood and food delivery, to the location and people who stopped here in their travels. I will definitely stay at a KOA again!
Charity T.ScoutDes Moines West KOA
Very laid back
QUIETEST KOA IN AMERICA. no hiway no traintracks or airport! Well kept.. bathrooms are a little scarce and WET.. but very nice little campground and VERY friendly staff.
- Russell T.Traveler
Timberline Campground
Love this place
Timberline is among my favorite campgrounds, always has great people, nice shade trees, fun pool, and quality facilities.
- KKara P.Scout
Winterset City Park
Beautiful setting and quiet
Wonderful setting and quiet place to stay. Beautiful views with quick access to Bridges of Madison County. Great hook ups and utilities!
- jjessScout
Timberline Campground
Wish we could’ve stayed longer
Marta and crew were so friendly and helpful! Clean bathrooms, beautiful property. Close to hwy but far enough away. We called ahead to arrive after hours and had to get back on the road in the morning. Wish we could’ve stayed longer!
- Russell T.Traveler
Winterset City Park
Nice Campground
Full hookups and easy to park, small spots but not too small. Shower and bath houses are clean.
- Jeannie D.Guide
Ledges State Park
It's okay
Great vibes. Camp's pretty far from the bones of the park, but the hike's relatively plesant. Cell coverage is terrible out here, and there is no WIFI to help keep people connected.
Cire C.Scout
Middle River Point
One of my favorites
This is a beautiful spot. Was an absolute blast staying at this place. We loved Corey and his buddies!
- KKellyGuide
Shady Brook Camping & RV Adventures, LLC
Interstate to close
You could literally throw a rock from the entrance and hit a passing semi. Would be a possible extended stay for construction folks. Not for any peace and quite camping. Have never stayed at the campground, only scouted. So can't comment on operators, or residents.
Jake C.
Legend
Waterfront Cabin
Off-Grid Cabin by the pond
Jake from the Dyrt here! I had a chance to learn a little about this awesome cabin, they offer the opportunity to get off-grid and hangout on the porch overlooking a pond. Check them out and leave a review on The Dyrt!
- bbob G.Traveler
Des Moines West KOA
Great Setting, Nice Campground
Very courteous staff and clean campground. Pizza on site is excellent snd you can order it ahead for your arrival.
- GGPGuide
Timberline Campground
Beautiful forested overnight stay
We called ahead to see if they had sites available that night. Arrived just before the office closed at 7pm. They were ready for us and escorted us to our pull-through full-hookups site near the front of the campground. This is a huge property but laid out in different sections that each have their own flavor. The pull-throughs near the front are level, gravel pads with grass all around. Other areas are forested and some are hilly. Full-hookups worked fine. We stayed in site 121, which faces an open grassy area backed by a little forest that echoed with beautiful wildlife sounds in the evening. There are no campground lights except at the restrooms, so it’s great for stargazing! The restrooms were good.
Reese W.GuideThomas Mitchell County Park
Lovely campground, mostly RVs/Camper Vans
We rolled up to this campground past 10pm on a Thursday night just looking for a safe spot to sleep and hopefully a shower before getting back on the road. This place was great. The drive into the grounds was a little confusing, but I imagine that in the daylight we would have had an easier time. There was no camp office that we could find, but we were pleasantly surprised when we found an open spot that we could make a same day reservation and payment online ($29 for an electric site after fees). There are QR codes at each site that you can scan to quickly and easily do this on the spot. You can reserve online ahead of time as well. The bathhouse was very clean and had two showers that had hot water. We could not hear the highway from our spot despite it being close by, and the other campers around were very quiet. My only somewhat negative note about this place is I am not sure at all where tent campers are intended to go. We were in a van and this was perfect for us, but for non-vehicle campers this may not be as ideal.
- Therese T.Guide
Springbrook State Park
Nice park
Quiet, there were only a couple other campers in the whole park. Bathroom facilities adequate. Nice lake for the kids to go fishing. Lots of nice hiking trails. Park rangers are good ppl. They had a little nature center which was closed but the nice lady opened it for my kids to go in and let them hold snakes and turtles! They were so excited!
Shawn S.ScoutDes Moines West KOA
What can I say…KOA!
Everything you expect from a KOA. Roadside Oasis, a place to rest a weary head, food, showers, etc. Cabins always help get you in and get out early without setting up camp.
Scott C.GuideDes Moines West KOA
Wonderful Quick Stay
Stayed here overnight while heading to Colorado. Extremely friendly staff, very clean site, easy check-in and points redemption, and tons of activities for the kids. We would absolutely come back to stay for a full weekend!
- JJoel D.Scout
Des Moines West KOA
Perfect spot for our family layover
What’s not to like? Clean, quiet, easy to setup. Perfect spot for our family to spend an evening. I’m sure it would also be great for a several night stay over.
Guide to Winterset
Camping near Winterset, Iowa, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.
What to do:
- Hiking and exploring: Ledges State Park Campground is a popular spot for hiking. One visitor noted, "The campground is well kept but busy in the summer months with it being a popular hiking destination for Des Moines locals." The scenic trails are perfect for both summer and winter hikes.
- Fishing and boating: Lake Anita State Park Campground provides great fishing opportunities. A camper shared, "Great location, good facilities... Plenty of space in tent area - shade and soft grass." The lake is ideal for a relaxing day on the water.
- Wildlife watching: Prairie Flower Recreation Area is known for its wildlife. One happy camper said, "The whole park was the cleanest we have seen anywhere else," highlighting the natural beauty and wildlife you might encounter.
What campers like:
- Clean facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. At Jester County Park, one reviewer mentioned, "Showers are hot every time; it’s a wonderful place to be."
- Spacious sites: Many campgrounds, like Cherry Glen Campground, offer roomy sites. A visitor remarked, "This campground is big and clean. It’s pretty peaceful & quiet."
- Friendly staff: Campers often mention the helpfulness of campground hosts. At Bob Shelter Recreation Area, one reviewer noted, "Friendly hosts & Rangers," making for a welcoming atmosphere.
What you should know:
- Limited cell service: If you're relying on your phone, be prepared for spotty coverage. A camper at Ledges State Park Campground said, "Cell coverage is terrible out here, and there is no WIFI to help keep people connected."
- Busy during peak season: Many campgrounds can get crowded, especially in summer. One visitor at Lake Anita State Park Campground noted, "A bit noisy when I stayed (people playing loud music into the evening)."
- Reservations recommended: Popular spots like Prairie Flower Recreation Area fill up quickly. A camper advised, "You must reserve these sites in advance," to ensure you get a spot.
Tips for camping with families:
- Playgrounds and activities: Look for campgrounds with kid-friendly amenities. Jester County Park has a kids' playground, making it a great choice for families. One parent shared, "The campgrounds are great; the facilities are amazing."
- Nature trails: Choose campgrounds with easy access to trails for family hikes. At Walnut Woods State Park Campground, a visitor mentioned, "The park was nice and well maintained with walking trails."
- Plan for downtime: Bring games or activities for quiet time. A camper at Yellow Banks County Park said, "Lots of shade, fairly level sites, clean bathrooms," which makes for a comfortable stay.
Tips from RVers:
- Check site sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Des Moines West KOA Holiday said, "Gravel sites require some leveling. Not much privacy between sites nor shade."
- Look for amenities: Campgrounds with full hookups can make your stay easier. At Lake Ahquabi State Park Campground, one camper noted, "The bathroom/showers were decent," highlighting the importance of good facilities.
- Be prepared for noise: Some campgrounds can be lively. A visitor at Bob Shelter Recreation Area mentioned, "It gets busy with a lot of fishing," so be ready for some activity around you.
Camping near Winterset, Iowa, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. With a little planning, you can enjoy the great outdoors and make lasting memories.
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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Winterset, IA is Des Moines West KOA with a 4.4-star rating from 22 reviews.
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