Established Camping
Wapsi River Environmental Ed. Ctr.
Wapsi River Environmental Ed. Ctr., near the Wapsipinicon River in Iowa, is a fantastic spot for families and nature lovers alike. This place is all about enjoying the great outdoors, with a cozy cabin that sleeps six and comes with modern amenities like a full kitchen and a covered porch for those lazy afternoons.
The park is a nature preserve, so you can expect a peaceful atmosphere and plenty of opportunities to connect with nature. Visitors rave about the trails winding through forests and prairies, perfect for hiking and birdwatching. As one camper noted, “The night sky shines with stars,” making it a great place for stargazing after a day of exploring.
If you're into outdoor activities, you’ll love the access to the Wapsipinicon River for fishing and paddling. The park also features an observatory and a nature center with live animals, adding an educational twist to your visit. Whether you're roasting marshmallows by the fire or enjoying a picnic at the cabin, Wapsi River Environmental Ed. Ctr. offers a memorable escape into nature.
Description
The Wapsi River Environmental Education Center is located along the Wapsipinicon River and consists of 225 acres of upland and bottomland forests, grasslands, and wetlands. The Wapsi Center, along with Sherman Park across the river, provide a 432-acre complex offering a wide variety of uses. The larger of the two campsites at the Center, Elm Campsite is offered to Scouts and to special event participants as a primitive camp site. The site offers flat ground for many tents, two fire pits, picnic tables, trash cans, and two sets of horseshoe pits. In return for Scout use, a service project is suggested and may be coordinated with the Center Director. Pack-in and pack-out ethics are observed at this site. Vincent Campsite is offered to Scouts and to special event participants as a primitive camp site offering a fire pit, picnic tables, and trash can. In return for Scout use, a service project is suggested and may be coordinated with the Center Director. Pack-in and pack-out ethics are observed at this site.
Location
Wapsi River Environmental Ed. Ctr. is located in Iowa
Coordinates
41.77317682 N
90.79264255 W
Detours Nearby
Central Park
47 min away
Wanatee Park (formerly Squaw Creek)
50 min away
Drive Time
- 28 min from Davenport
- 52 min from Cedar Rapids
- 55 min from Iowa City
- 1 hr 4 min from Dubuque
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
VerizonLTESome Coverage- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Dispersed
- Group
- Cabins
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
