Camping in Iowa with snow sports

Explore lakes, rivers, wide-open expanses, and hilly countryside in the heart of the American Midwest.

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Popular camping styles for Iowa

Community favorites in Iowa

Public campgrounds in Iowa

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Cherry Glen Campground

125 sites · RVs, Tents In Saylorville Lake

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Big Paint Campground

139 sites · RVs, Tents In Yellow River State Forest

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Six Pine Campground

25 sites · RVs, Tents In Backbone State Park

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Lake Ahquabi Campground

104 sites · RVs, Tents In Lake Ahquabi State Park

Prairie Flower Recreation Area and Campground

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Prairie Flower Recreation Area and Campground

159 sites · RVs, Tents In Saylorville Lake

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Lake Macbride Campground

103 sites · RVs, Tents In Lake Macbride State Park

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Acorn Valley Campground

95 sites · RVs, Tents In Saylorville Lake

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Equestrian Campground

55 sites In Elk Rock State Park

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George Wyth Campground

69 sites · RVs, Tents In George Wyth State Park

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Dam Complex Campground

173 sites · RVs, Tents In Coralville Lake

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Prairie Ridge Park Campground

55 sites · RVs, Tents In Rathbun Lake

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Lake Wapello Campground

93 sites · RVs, Tents In Lake Wapello State Park

Stories from the community

elycia

6 days ago

16 ft campervan

Weekend Trip to Two Old Hoes on Hippie Hill

Loved to stay here for the night. Felt so safe! Gorgeous views to wake up to

2 nights at Windy Goat Acres

Such a great family destination! Loved the animals, the yurt, and the peacefulness. Bed was comfy, hosts a delight, waffles yummy, and goat social made everyone happy.

Julie

2 weeks ago

1 night at 1860's Botanical Paradise

A cozy place to stay the night! Jessica was a wonderful host. We enjoyed our stay and got some of Jessica’s herbal infused goat milk soap and locally made sausage. I’d definitely visit again 😊

Weekend Trip to Windy Goat Acres

The Hobbit House was so cozy! We loved staying there. One thing I didn’t think about is that the cabins are pretty close to each other. I still felt like we had privacy though and we felt very relaxed during our stay. We also appreciated that they allowed pets so we could stay with the furry members of our family.

Alison

3 weeks ago

Weekend Trip to 1860's Botanical Paradise

Nice stay! Love the view looking over the church and the town. Had a great time watching the birds and 5 little chicks. So cute. The bunkie is beautiful and the bed is so comfortable. I will definitely come again. The drive nearby is so beautiful!

The Fantastic Geodesic tent during night with the lights on powered by a aolar battery.

Bethney

3 weeks ago

1 night at Nature Heaven

Unique setting and eclectic style. Very comfortable bed and the sunset was amazing! I recommend!

1 night at 1860's Botanical Paradise

We loved camping here! Wonderful hilltop spot with an overlook view. We also loved getting to see the chickens and baby chicks. Jessica was so kind and hospitable. We can't wait to come back!

3 nights at 1860's Botanical Paradise

Staying on Jessica’s land was one of the single best getaways either I or my partner have had in recent memory! We initially took a trip away from home to alleviate burn out early in the working year and returned home even more refreshed than anticipated. The Bunkie was perfectly cozy for me, my partner, and our pup. The view was rejuvenating, and we had access to whatever we needed to keep comfortable. We did a lot of reading and board games when inside, and did our cooking on one of the many fire pits outdoors. Jessica has a wealth of knowledge and earnest love for the land she stewards, and we had a great time learning about the local flora and fauna. She kindly walked us through foraging, apothecary processes, artisanal soap-making, and her husband taught us how to keep our knives razor sharp. Beyond the knowledge we were gifted, we made sure to also leave with a lot of amazing smelling soap and bath salts. Outside of the space, there’s a lot of beautiful and reasonably accessible hiking in the vicinity. If you’re not one for cooking each night, there’s also a number of good spots in town to get some coffee/tea, food, and beer. We’re excited to tell everyone back home about the beautiful time we had, and we’re hoping to come back soon to see how the space is during other seasons. Thank you so much, Jessica!

Autumn

3 weeks ago

Weekend Trip to Windy Goat Acres

What a great trip! I loved the cabin and all the opportunities for interaction with the animals, even other people staying. I wanted a quiet retreat and I got it! Am definitely coming again!

Weekend Trip to Windy Goat Acres

It's so naturally pretty out at Windy Goat, even in early spring, that we didn't feel the need to bring extra decorations for our wedding. Our guests were easily entertained with the chess, playhouse, croquet and animals right near the garden bar pergola where we had our ceremony. It truly made for a carefree and wonderful setting for our day. All of our guests felt safe, including the lgbtq+ guests and the kids had a blast! The cabin was very clean and stayed warm and the bed was pretty comfy.

Weekend Trip to Windy Goat Acres

This truly was an experience that my family and I will remember forever. If you book with Windy Goat Acres, you will not be disappointed. Highly recommend staying in the Yurt.

1 night at Windy Goat Acres

Windy Goat Acres is a relaxing weekend away. The hosts were very accommodating and it was fun to interact with the animals. The yurt was well equipped with everything we needed. We are already planning a return trip!

Weekend Trip to Windy Goat Acres

Great place! Super charming and the animals were delightful.

Weekend Trip to Windy Goat Acres

Jess is the most wonderful host. She is extremely interactive with her guests but only when engaged with. She also gave us a special goat pajama party for my friend as we were celebrating her birthday! I cannot recommend anyone more than Jess as a host and her wonderful property full of Easter eggs.

Weekend Trip to 1860's Botanical Paradise

Wonderful place with a fantastic host. Made me and my pup feel so welcome, next level soaps, and a pet skunk!! Got to take a soap making class and learned so much! Very peaceful atmosphere with good vibes.

Stephanie

March 2025

1 night at 1860's Botanical Paradise

Me and my pup had a wonderful time in the bunkie! Jessica is a fantastic host and truly went above and beyond to make sure that me and my dog were comfortable. She had great recommendations for stuff to do around the area and taught me how to make soap! Her soaps are truly next level and it was so cool to see all of her wonderful art! We also had some of her amazing tea!! It was delicious! She also has a pet skunk that was too adorable! Thanks for hosting us Jessica!

Tim

March 2025

1 night at Windy Goat Acres

Felt like a home away from home. The views from the cabin were spectacular. You feel almost like royalty staying there. The host were both friendly and informative and shared their wonderful knowledge of Hipcamp and ideas. Would recommend this place to anyone that enjoys the great outdoors and relaxing day or two away!

Christina

March 2025

Weekend Trip to 1860's Botanical Paradise

The bed was extremely comfortable. The set up was cute and cozy. Everything I needed for the morning was there,ground coffee, coffee maker, water, creamer and sugar. The whole vibe was cozy. 10/10 would reccomend.

Katelyn

March 2025

Weekend Trip to Windy Goat Acres

The cabin was very quaint and charming. There was adequate heat for the weather! Jessica was very helpful setting out wood chips over some fresh mud so we could get into the cabin easily. The cabin was beautiful and had gorgeous views of the farm, but it should be noted that this particular cabin has a lot of windows and there were no window treatments.

Angel

March 2025

Weekend Trip to Windy Goat Acres

I really enjoyed the Llama Llama cabin. Wonderful view, clean space, and (of course) there are animals right by you! I went when the Garden pub was closed, so I think this place in spring- early fall is probably popping. The trail is smaller than I was expecting. Maybe a 15-30 min walk depending on how slow you wanna go. I'd recommend getting all of your extras ordered before arriving to the site. I'd also recommend bringing knives if you are gonna eat meat, maybe your own drinking water if you don't want the spigot water, clamps for moving things about the fire and tinfoil. It's a really nice place. Lots of games, books and movies are available so if you forget to bring something you won't be bored! Really enjoyed hanging by the goats and having peacocks say hello in the morning.

9 top campgrounds in Iowa with snow sports

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Windy Goat Acres

7 sites · Lodging15 acres · Chelsea, IA

We love animals, plants, art, and outdoor recreation and love sharing these things with people! We found the perfect little plot for all of these things we love. Nature, art, animals, and lots of space! The hilly, lush land is also known as the Bohemie Alps and it's quite a beautiful area tucked away in Iowa.Visit with the llamas, goats, peacocks, potbelly pigs and the horses and hike around the property or stay in for a quiet stay with a good book and enjoy all the sights and sounds. Lots of extra 'add ons' to enhance the experience!Semi wooded property with hiking trails, hammocks, aerial silks, campfire pit. 5 mi away is Otter Creek Lake, a recreational park for fishing, kayaking, swimming, etc. We have 2 kayaks available. So much to do! Also perfect to just relax, meditate, yoga, sleep...

Nature Heaven

8 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents40 acres · Knoxville, IA

Winter camping time now! This seclude, beautiful pet friendly 40 acres of fenced camping site is on top of hilly land and is rare in Iowa. It has close view of 3.5 private fishing ponds and far view of the Red Rock Lake. There are 10 acres nature timber area that keep you away from the other campers and 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 site. The RVs need to be self contained. There are tons of nature features, you may see deer, rabbits and other game birds by your campsite. Each camping sites have good distances to keep privacy from each other. A recently built a 20ft diameter geodesic dome tent is for those who want more climate controlled stay while still enjoying the magnificent nature's gifts. For surrounding areas, the close by White Breast Beach is open from May 23-September 3, 2024, boating, hunting and hiking activities in the lake red rock year around. For our campers safety, any hunting activities are not allowed within our camping ground. However, in case you come for hunting with Iowa hunting tags, a couple of public deer hunting grounds are near our camping ground. The recently built glamping geodesic Dome tent is located on a top of hill. You will have a fantastic sunset view of ponds and lake view while enjoy the great nature, and have a comfortable stay . The cell phone signals are good, 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: This 40 acres of land was 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 environment health background, bought this land several years ago and started to restore the vegetation. Now the site looks beautiful and ready for nature lovers and campers to enjoy the fantastic view of the lake, ponds and tall grass... The site is totally different from what the Google map shows now.

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1860's Botanical Paradise

2 sites · Lodging, Tents2 acres · Bellevue, IA

Happy to announce we’ve won 2nd best property to visit in Iowa! We hope to keep striving and adding more amenities as we go! Thank you to our wonderful guests and hello to future guests! 👋🏽 Built in 1860 by its first caretaker botanist, this homestead was propagated over its many years of life and is busting at the seams with medicinal and edible herbs. We now run a flower farm and vegetable gardens on our homestead. If you’d like to learn about herbs or gardening/ homesteading, we love sharing our knowledge. If you’d just like some farm fresh eggs for breakfast and enjoy your time alone amongst the songbirds, that's just fine too :) The property is built into the stone hillside allowing for breathtaking views but also stairs to get to the campsites. Please wear comfortable shoes (not flip flops 😉). If you have mobility issues property access will be difficult. Please no children under 5. !CLASSES! We run our small school/business: HOMESTEAD and HAMMER from the property and are bringing classes to YOU! Look in the "EXTRAS" for classes you can partake in on your visit OR for more information on what's included on class weekends check out our website below! Classes include, forAging wild edibles, mushroom identification, homesteading skills, soap making, forging metals and many more! Website: www.homesteadandhammer.com *For guest and host safety property managed 24-7 by video and security services*

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Secluded riverside ranch

3 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents15 acres · Goldfield, IA

This property encompasses 15 acres featuring a mile of mowed trails that weave through wildflower prairies, along a meandering creek, peaceful woods along the river, and a 501(c)(3) animal rescue providing sanctuary to goats, a llama, a miniature cow, an ostrich and more! The perfect place to unwind, unplug, and connect with nature in a private setting, not on a gravel pad at a treeless, overcrowded campground.

Two Old Hoes on Hippie Hill

4 sites · RVs, Tents30 acres · Stanton, IA

Learn more about this land: You can camp, wander, head down the road to Viking Lake. Easy, relaxing and not too many rules. I don't do trash, unattended firepits or really loud gatherings past dusk. I love to camp but, this is our oasis. We also have outdoor dogs that help keep the coyotes and wildlife at bay. The means that they may bark at night.

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Cedar Springs

2 sites · Lodging10 acres · Decorah, IA

The property has been in my family for over 40 years and was originally settled in the mid 1800's. It is about 10 acres and is primarily wooded with Cedar, Oak, Maple, Hickory and Birch. The topography is diverse, having steep heights, easy flats and everything in between; which makes hiking fun and interesting. The lower College Drive side features a historic limestone homestead and quarry, also a fossil rich creek-bed and rustic (4WD) road to the top. The upper property (Hwy. 52 access) offers a secluded forest as well as a spacious meadow. The woods are filled with birds and many other indigenous wild animals. We are only a half mile from towns edge and two miles from its center (also a five minute drive from Luther College). The Decorah area is well known for its scenic natural beauty and has extensive hiking trails, biking trails, cross-country ski routes, rivers, creeks and hunting areas. People come here year round for our outdoor recreation and beauty. Canoeing, Kayaking, Fishing, Tubing, X-country skiing, and Trail Riding are very popular activities around here. Bring a side-by-side or ATV and have a blast both on the property and around the area. Decorah has several museums, a movie theater, 2 golf courses and bowling alley in addition to dozens of charming shops and several restaurants. You'll never get bored staying at Cedar Springs.

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Shadybrook Camping and RV Adventure

61 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents30 acres · Earlham, IA

This property has a year round running creek called Bear Creek. They also mined the stone off the property for the State Capital in Des Moines, Iowa. Abundant wildlife and mature beautiful trees. Hiking trails, playground equipment, dog park, shelterhouse, showerhouse/restrooms, community fire pit, all sites have fire pits and picnic tables, laundry area, rec room, and welcoming staff!

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Lutheran Lakeside Camp

20 sites · RVs, Tents110 acres · Spirit Lake, IA

Our mission is to be a place of belonging for all people to find joy and purpose in God's creation. We have a beautiful property with lots of activities and amenities to offer and we want to share it with as many people as possible. All the income we receive through campers and guests goes towards Camp for ALL Kids, where we allow foster children to attend camp at no cost. Learn more about this land:Park your RV and enjoy WiFi, endless activities onsite as well as peace and serenity while only being a few miles from the Okoboji excitement. Back in, hook up to 30 or 50 amp, Dump Station, short walk or drive to the waterfront. All guests get a picnic table and fire ring. Enjoy 3.5 miles of trails, basketball, sand volleyball, gaga ball, human foosball, 9 square, soccer filed, playground, and open fields.

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RidgeRiverView Acres

3 sites · Lodging50 acres · Sherrill, IA

160 y/o six generation farm that has been documented and illustrated in both National Geographic and Picture magazines. Site of original log cabin. 20' deep spring fed pond excavated in 2010. 47 acres of trails,trees and wildlife.

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Yellow River State Forest

Lake Ahquabi State Park

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Lake Macbride State Park

George Wyth State Park

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Lake Wapello State Park

Unionville, Iowa

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Camping in Iowa with snow sports guide

Overview

Looking to experience the thrill of snow sports in Iowa? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 250 options in Iowa that cater specifically to snow sports enthusiasts, you'll find the perfect camping experience to suit your needs. Whether you're an avid skier or snowboarder, you'll have plenty of options to choose from. And with popular campsites like Horse Creek Adventures (255 reviews), Windy Goat Acres (208 reviews), and Come Enjoy the Beauty (160 reviews), you can trust that you'll be in good hands. Plus, you'll have access to popular amenities like cooking equipment, campfires, and showers. So get ready to hit the slopes and make unforgettable memories in Iowa!