Kayaking and fishing enthusiasts will find direct access to the Cedar River at George Wyth State Park Campground, along with multiple lakes for angling and water skiing. The state-managed facility provides 50-amp electrical service at all sites, with city of Waterloo water and an on-site dump station.
Campers can explore soft surface biking trails throughout the park or connect to 150 miles of hard surface trails extending into the broader Waterloo and campsites near Cedar Falls area. A sand beach offers swimming opportunities, while kayak and canoe rentals are available on-site. The campground includes a handicap-accessible shower house and welcomes pets with advance reservations.
Description
George Wyth Memorial State Park is considered an "urban wildlife sanctuary" located between Waterloo and Cedar Falls in Black Hawk County. Visitors can "get away" from the busy metropolitan area and take advantage of a variety of outdoor activities in a very natural setting.
Concessions
Open Memorial Day weekend thru Labor Day weekend; 7 days a week, 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM weekdays, 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM weekends. Services include recreational rentals such as kayaks, paddleboards, canoes, pedal boats, lake floats, river tubes; concession snacks and ice cream, firewood, ice and fishing bait.
Additional information at www.maxxrentals.com
Warning 4 Alerts are In Effect
There are 4 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!
Warning 4 Alerts are In Effect
There are 4 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!
Starting in April of 2026, all campsites will become 100 percent reservable and will be accepting same-day reservations. As part of this process, the campground will close on January 1, 2026.
Due to potential flooding in the spring the campground is closed April 1 - May 16, 2026. Each week on Monday's the DNR will determine if the closure can be lifted for reservations the following Tuesday - Monday. If you wish to be notified when the closure is modified, please fill out the following form: 2026 George Wyth Campground Notification Form. (Posted February 6, 2026)
The lodge and shelters are closed to advanced reservations due to potential flooding. To reserve the lodge or shelters April 1 - May 16, 2026, reach out to the park to make a reservation. (Posted February 6, 2026)
This campground is 100 percent reservable and accepts reservations April 1 - October 31 until 10:00 pm CST the day of arrival.
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundGeorge Wyth State Park Campground is located in Iowa
Directions
Located off of Hwy 218. Coming from the south follow Hwy 218 north and take Broadway Street/Waterloo Airport Exit and follow the signs. Coming from the north, follow Hwy 218 south and take the Broadway St./Waterloo Airport Exit, then turn right at the stoplight. The park is on the right. Coming from the west, take Hwy 20 east to Hwy 58 north, to Hwy 218 south, then take the Broadway St./Waterloo Airport exit, turn right at stoplight, and the park will be on the right. Coming from the east, take Hwy 20 west to Hwy 218 north, then take the Broadway St. /Waterloo Airport exit and follow the signs.
Address
3659 Wyth Rd
Waterloo, IA 50703
Coordinates
42.53280865 N
92.40182618 W
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 14 usersLast on 3/2/26
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 14 usersLast on 3/2/26
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Tent Cabin
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Showers
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 4 min from Waterloo, IA
- 52 min from Cedar Rapids, IA
- 1 hr 14 min from Iowa City, IA
- 1 hr 25 min from Ames, IA















