The best beach camping near Brooklyn

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Looking to camp on the beach near Brooklyn? You’ll find over 1,200 campsites that put sand, surf, and skyline within reach. Average rates hover around $30 a night, but you can snag a spot for as little as $25. The local scene is all about easy beach access, swimming, and wildlife-watching, with toilets, pet-friendly sites, and showers making life easier. For a spot with a loyal following, Nature Heaven stands out with nearly 200 reviews. If you want something quieter, Lucky Star Farm has just one review but offers a different pace. Whether you’re after sunrise swims or a fire by the dunes, this stretch has plenty of options to fit your style.

98% (212) 21 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Brooklyn

Nature Heaven by lake red rock

1. Nature Heaven by lake red rock

96%
(315)
39mi from Brooklyn · 10 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
We open year-round!! The winter camping is on the way! We believe each season has its special nature-beauty, so we open year-round. This secluded, beautiful, pet-friendly 40 acres of fenced camping site is on hilly land and is rare in Iowa, with a view of 3.5 private fishing ponds and a far view of the Red Rock Lake. There are 10 acres nature timber area that keep you away from the other campers and the rest of the world. Each site has a firepit, picnic table, and a solar light. The drinking water is at the entrance, but no electricity on. There are tons of natural features, you may see deer, rabbits, and other game birds by your campsite. Each camping sites have good distance to keep privacy from each other. A recently built 20ft diameter geodesic glamping dome tent is for those who want a more climate-controlled stay while still enjoying the magnificent gifts. For surrounding areas, the nearby White Breast Beach is open from May 23 to September 3, 2026, with boating, hunting, and hiking activities in Lake Red Rock. For our campers' safety, any hunting activities are not allowed within our camping ground. However, in case you come hunting with Iowa hunting tags, a couple of public hunting grounds are near our camping ground. The recently built glamping geodesic Dome tent is located on top of a hill. You will have a fantastic sunset view of ponds and a lake view while enjoying the great nature and having a comfortable stay. The cell phone signals are good from most providers; you may use your cell phone hotspot work remotely at this astonishing Lake Red Rock Oasis ^_^. Hope you will find joy, peace, and happiness in this wonderful piece of natural land and the Red Rock Lake areas. A little history of this land: These 40 acres of land were a surface mining site. The reclamation works done during the 1970s. But over the years, the soil was seriously eroded. Anna and Peilin, who have Master's and PhD in soil and environmental health backgrounds, bought this land several years ago and started to restore the vegetation. Now the site looks beautiful and ready for the nature lovers and campers to enjoy the fantastic view of the lake, ponds, hills, and tall grass, Butterflys... The site is totally different from what Google Maps shows now.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$20
 / night
Lucky Star Farm

2. Lucky Star Farm

100%
(4)
41mi from Brooklyn · 1 site · Lodging
Located on a 20-acre stretch of land between Iowa City and Kalona, Lucky Star Farm is a working farm raising dairy goats, llamas, chickens, turkeys & ducks. We are dedicated to sharing local food, education and lodging with the community. Come visit our diverse, sustainable and entertaining farm! The farm is full of outdoor opportunities. Guests can stroll over to the pond and swim, explore, or relax on the sandy beach and dock. Guests are also welcome to fish (catch and release) or use the stand-up paddleboard (lifejackets provided). There is a fire pit, complimentary firewood, and roasting sticks for your use. At the barn you can visit the goats and see their kids playing in the spring. There is a half mile trail around the property that takes you past the restored prairie and llama pasture. Guests can see what's growing in the edible forest and circle through the mandala garden. Visit the chicken coop and see how farm fresh eggs are made!
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from 
$113
 / night
Lake Keomah State Park

3. Lake Keomah State Park

61 sites · Keomah Village, Iowa
Discover the charm of Lake Keomah State Park with its serene lake and lush trails.
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Electrical hookup
Toilets
Union Grove State Park

4. Union Grove State Park

22 sites · Gladbrook, Iowa
Discover Union Grove State Park's natural charm and outdoor activities.
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Lake Red Rock

5. Lake Red Rock

100%
(5)
390 sites · Pella, Iowa
Discover Lake Red Rock, Iowa's largest lake with endless recreation and scenic beauty.
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Pleasant Creek State Recreation Area

6. Pleasant Creek State Recreation Area

74 sites · Shellsburg, Iowa
Discover the allure of Pleasant Creek State Recreation Area.
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Coralville Lake

7. Coralville Lake

80%
(5)
480 sites · North Liberty, Iowa
Discover the scenic beauty and outdoor adventures at Coralville Lake.
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Electrical hookup
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Lake Macbride State Park

8. Lake Macbride State Park

100%
(2)
103 sites · Solon, Iowa
Discover the natural charm of Lake Macbride State Park.
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Electrical hookup
Toilets
Lake Darling State Park

9. Lake Darling State Park

85 sites · Pleasant Plain, Iowa
Discover the serene beauty of Lake Darling State Park.
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Palisades-Kepler State Park

10. Palisades-Kepler State Park

40 sites · Bertram, Iowa
Discover the scenic beauty of Palisades-Kepler State Park.
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Looking to camp on the beach near Brooklyn? You’ll find over 1,200 campsites that put sand, surf, and skyline within reach. Average rates hover around $30 a night, but you can snag a spot for as little as $25. The local scene is all about easy beach access, swimming, and wildlife-watching, with toilets, pet-friendly sites, and showers making life easier. For a spot with a loyal following, Nature Heaven stands out with nearly 200 reviews. If you want something quieter, Lucky Star Farm has just one review but offers a different pace. Whether you’re after sunrise swims or a fire by the dunes, this stretch has plenty of options to fit your style.

98% (212) 21 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Brooklyn

Nature Heaven by lake red rock

1. Nature Heaven by lake red rock

96%
(315)
39mi from Brooklyn · 10 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
We open year-round!! The winter camping is on the way! We believe each season has its special nature-beauty, so we open year-round. This secluded, beautiful, pet-friendly 40 acres of fenced camping site is on hilly land and is rare in Iowa, with a view of 3.5 private fishing ponds and a far view of the Red Rock Lake. There are 10 acres nature timber area that keep you away from the other campers and the rest of the world. Each site has a firepit, picnic table, and a solar light. The drinking water is at the entrance, but no electricity on. There are tons of natural features, you may see deer, rabbits, and other game birds by your campsite. Each camping sites have good distance to keep privacy from each other. A recently built 20ft diameter geodesic glamping dome tent is for those who want a more climate-controlled stay while still enjoying the magnificent gifts. For surrounding areas, the nearby White Breast Beach is open from May 23 to September 3, 2026, with boating, hunting, and hiking activities in Lake Red Rock. For our campers' safety, any hunting activities are not allowed within our camping ground. However, in case you come hunting with Iowa hunting tags, a couple of public hunting grounds are near our camping ground. The recently built glamping geodesic Dome tent is located on top of a hill. You will have a fantastic sunset view of ponds and a lake view while enjoying the great nature and having a comfortable stay. The cell phone signals are good from most providers; you may use your cell phone hotspot work remotely at this astonishing Lake Red Rock Oasis ^_^. Hope you will find joy, peace, and happiness in this wonderful piece of natural land and the Red Rock Lake areas. A little history of this land: These 40 acres of land were a surface mining site. The reclamation works done during the 1970s. But over the years, the soil was seriously eroded. Anna and Peilin, who have Master's and PhD in soil and environmental health backgrounds, bought this land several years ago and started to restore the vegetation. Now the site looks beautiful and ready for the nature lovers and campers to enjoy the fantastic view of the lake, ponds, hills, and tall grass, Butterflys... The site is totally different from what Google Maps shows now.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$20
 / night
Lucky Star Farm

2. Lucky Star Farm

100%
(4)
41mi from Brooklyn · 1 site · Lodging
Located on a 20-acre stretch of land between Iowa City and Kalona, Lucky Star Farm is a working farm raising dairy goats, llamas, chickens, turkeys & ducks. We are dedicated to sharing local food, education and lodging with the community. Come visit our diverse, sustainable and entertaining farm! The farm is full of outdoor opportunities. Guests can stroll over to the pond and swim, explore, or relax on the sandy beach and dock. Guests are also welcome to fish (catch and release) or use the stand-up paddleboard (lifejackets provided). There is a fire pit, complimentary firewood, and roasting sticks for your use. At the barn you can visit the goats and see their kids playing in the spring. There is a half mile trail around the property that takes you past the restored prairie and llama pasture. Guests can see what's growing in the edible forest and circle through the mandala garden. Visit the chicken coop and see how farm fresh eggs are made!
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from 
$113
 / night
Lake Keomah State Park

3. Lake Keomah State Park

61 sites · Keomah Village, Iowa
Discover the charm of Lake Keomah State Park with its serene lake and lush trails.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Union Grove State Park

4. Union Grove State Park

22 sites · Gladbrook, Iowa
Discover Union Grove State Park's natural charm and outdoor activities.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
Lake Red Rock

5. Lake Red Rock

100%
(5)
390 sites · Pella, Iowa
Discover Lake Red Rock, Iowa's largest lake with endless recreation and scenic beauty.
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Electrical hookup
Toilets
Pleasant Creek State Recreation Area

6. Pleasant Creek State Recreation Area

74 sites · Shellsburg, Iowa
Discover the allure of Pleasant Creek State Recreation Area.
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Toilets
Showers
Coralville Lake

7. Coralville Lake

80%
(5)
480 sites · North Liberty, Iowa
Discover the scenic beauty and outdoor adventures at Coralville Lake.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Lake Macbride State Park

8. Lake Macbride State Park

100%
(2)
103 sites · Solon, Iowa
Discover the natural charm of Lake Macbride State Park.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Lake Darling State Park

9. Lake Darling State Park

85 sites · Pleasant Plain, Iowa
Discover the serene beauty of Lake Darling State Park.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
Palisades-Kepler State Park

10. Palisades-Kepler State Park

40 sites · Bertram, Iowa
Discover the scenic beauty of Palisades-Kepler State Park.
Pets
Toilets
Showers

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