Best Glamping near Woodward, IA

Timberline Campground and Jester County Park house upscale glamping accommodations near Woodward, Iowa, with options including yurts and deluxe canvas tents. Timberline's glamping sites feature electricity, comfortable bedding, and climate control systems that maintain ideal temperatures year-round. The spacious yurts at Timberline include wooden floors, large windows, and private decks overlooking wooded areas. Jester County Park offers premium glamping tents with real beds, linens provided, and stylish furnishings that blend outdoor adventure with boutique hotel comforts. Both locations provide access to modern bathhouses with hot showers and clean facilities. The fully stocked cabins at Jester Park represent the higher end of the glamping spectrum with complete kitchens and private bathrooms. One guest shared, "Jester Park is our go-to camping destination in central Iowa! The cabins are fully stocked with linens included, perfect for those wanting comfort while enjoying nature."

Hiking trails wind through both properties, with Jester Park featuring a nature center opened in 2018, bison viewing areas, and multiple water access points to the Saylorville waterway. Glampers can enjoy fishing in the stocked ponds, wildlife observation platforms, and evening stargazing from private decks. The Des Moines West KOA Holiday, located a short drive from Woodward, supplements its glamping accommodations with unique amenities including on-site pizza delivery service and a pedal car racetrack for families. Seasonal activities include guided nature walks and outdoor movie nights during summer months. Most glamping accommodations remain open from April through October, with some premium units available year-round. According to a camper, "The on-site pizza is excellent and you can order it ahead for your arrival, making it perfect for settling into your glamping tent without worrying about cooking after a long drive."

Best Glamping Sites Near Woodward, Iowa (23)

    1. Ledges State Park Campground

    40 Reviews
    Boone, IA
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (515) 432-1852

    $17 - $35 / night

    "One of my favorite locations to camp in Iowa as a Boy Scout growing up was Ledges State Park. Since I hadn't been back in years, I decided to check it out and spend a night camping there."

    "One of the more beautiful places to camp in Iowa. Awesome hiking trails and really well-shaded campsites."

    2. Jester County Park

    30 Reviews
    Granger, IA
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (515) 323-5300

    $20 - $25 / night

    "Each site as a gravel drive and then open gravel area with a picnic table and fire pit with grill grate.  Plenty of room for camp chairs and other furniture you may want to set up. "

    "Jester Park is our go-to camping destination in central Iowa! By far, this county park has a lot of fun activities and access points to the Saylorville waterway circuit."

    3. Swede Point Park

    13 Reviews
    Madrid, IA
    5 miles
    Website

    "Very quiet and nice neighbors camping next store , fresh water well on pump next to our campsite number #1 electric and non electric site’s ,electric sites run $18 a night non electric $11 a night , has"

    "Just a few minutes drive to High Trestle Bridge and right off the river. People were accommodating and friendly. Right between Madrid and Woodward with small town conveniences…"

    4. Cherry Glen Campground

    13 Reviews
    Johnston, IA
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (515) 964-8792

    $24 - $26 / night

    "Nice campground with 30/50 amp electric, no water or service but bathrooms are clean and many. The staff are very friendly and willing to offer info."

    "There is electric hookups here and is perfect for R.Vs. The neighbors were really nice and a RV camper invited me to his campfire."

    5. Timberline Campground

    13 Reviews
    West Des Moines, IA
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (515) 987-1714

    $35 - $80 / 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."

    "Playground was next to us but it was fun watching the kids play. Full sun in the morning but afternoon was shaded by trees. Restrooms and shower was clean and close walking distance."

    6. Des Moines West KOA Holiday

    23 Reviews
    Earlham, IA
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (515) 834-2729

    "Bathhouses were clean and private. Laundry available. Off leash dog area available. Convenient to John Wayne’s birthplace and covered bridges of Madison County."

    "Very courteous staff and clean campground. Pizza on site is excellent snd you can order it ahead for your arrival."

    7. Sportsman Park

    3 Reviews
    Minburn, IA
    15 miles
    Website

    $18 / night

    "Set off the road a bit in a tiny little town in Iowa, it's along a river and very close to the Raccoon River Valley Trail, an 89 mile loop trail (paved) that goes through several towns and counties."

    "Theres two cabins, ten electric sights and five primitive, a shelter, a playground with slides and swings, and a bigger building you can reserve. I clocked four water spouts."

    8. Don Williams Park

    6 Reviews
    Ogden, IA
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (515) 353-4237

    $12 - $20 / night

    "Camped by tent, basic amenities on-site-fire ring, table, etc. Went kayaking on lake and then on Des Moines River (close by). Nice wildlife areas, hiking, fishing, etc. Pleasant staff."

    "Very quite and nice campground, we camped on top of the hill in tents it was awesome view and potable drinking water next to camp, bathrooms and shower facilities was clean and nice"

    9. Spring Lake County Park

    9 Reviews
    Jefferson, IA
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (515) 738-5069

    $20 / night

    "The best waterfront camping we have found near us. Small friendly community of camping. Door to door ice and concession delivery."

    "There are campsites along the lake with easy access to shoreline. There are approximately 100 sites. There is a playground and disc golf. There is a roller rink and a concession stand."

    10. Yellow Banks County Park

    15 Reviews
    Pleasant Hill, IA
    31 miles
    Website
    +1 (515) 266-1563

    "camped here in 2021 and I enjoyed it but the first night I was there I ran my vehicle down the second night I was there I took a tour on the campgrounds and got verbally accosted but another camper for walking"

    "It’s got access to trails and to the Des Moines river. It’s a great little escape. There is a fishing pond that’s got plenty of bluegill and largemouth bass."

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular glamping campground near Woodward, IA is Ledges State Park Campground with a 4.5-star rating from 40 reviews.

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