Camping in Council Bluffs, IA, US: 12 Best Campgrounds 2023

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Council Bluffs

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Rock Creek Retreet Center

1 site · RV, Tent12 acres · Davey, Lancaster

We have a very cool .5 mile nature trail that goes through an amazing tree line leading back to a viewing area with an amazing, magical giant Cottonwood Tree. We also have chickens, horses, cats and dogs to visit while you are here. There is also an orchard, creeks, and beautiful sunrises and sunsets to enjoy! Not to mention the beautiful night sky! (Please note: The horses we foster are here August - May. They spend the summer at a non-profit kids camp in Ashland.) We also have a picnic table and campfire site for your use.

Arrowhead Lodge of SW. Iowa.

1 site · LodgingCouncil Bluffs, Pottawattamie

This custom designed glamping lodge was a dream of mine for a long time. I wanted a place to go to unwind and be with one with nature. But! wanted it close to town so I do not have to travel far and still be close to the city attractions. The lodge backs up to a large hill--called the Loess Hills. Many deer, raccoon, possum and turkey call it home and so does a few pets of mine to include a mini horse and goat. They just love being adorned by new people. I think you will find this a perfect place for a good nights sleep. Learn more about this land: --Enjoy the deer setting amongst the tree's and nature. Hiking trails close by. Come enjoy a relaxing experience close to the city, the zoo and other attractions. MOST dogs are welcomed -- BUT need to be approved first! before booking. ADDITIONAL FEE REQUIRED> Walking trails close by! and restaurants. Verify with host before booking please. The bathroom/shower is located across the yard in the lower level of the main house. Thank you!

Horse Creek Adventures

26 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents170 acres · Sidney, Fremont

Horse Creek Adventures is a 170 acre ranch that provides an opportunity for visitors to stay one night or several days to enjoy the land and area sights. You have your choice as to how you want to stay. Our "off the grid" cabins offer a special opportunity to camp with a roof. The cabins are extremely popular! Check out the information about them and then check the photos posted by quests and read their reviews to give you lots of ideas of how you could enjoy these one of a kind sites. Tenting is available all over the 170 acres. You can tent by the pond; on top of the hill, or in a valley. These sites allow you to "get away from it all" and let the stress melt away. We have tenting sites close to a road to give you flexibility to see local attractions while enjoying the whole 170 acres. Lastly, we have RV hook-ups with 119, 30 amps and 50 amps The land is part of the famous Loess Hills. There are hilltops to take in the breath taking views and valleys surrounded by trees. A pond full of trophy sized bass , catch and release, no license required. Wildlife abounds including a wide variety of birds. We have been described by avid birders as a rich place for birding. The area is rich with history-Lewis and Clark; French Canadian trappers and their Lakota wives established French Villages; Mormons came through here on the way to Utah; Jesse James played cards. Waubonsie State Park is close with hiking trails and seven miles of Horse trails. At night you can use a portable corral to have your horse close. End the day around a campfire, look at the stars and the lightening bugs and be serenaded to sleep by the coyotes and whip-poor-wills Enjoy !!

Your New Property

2 sites · Tents8 acres · Bennington, Douglas

Learn more about this land:Bring your rv and park for the night or for a few days and enjoy all that Omaha has to offer. We have a world class zoo, incredible state parks, college world series, and countless incredible bars and restaurants. Omaha is a hidden gem with everything to offer. The Iowa border is only 30m away for a quick trip to the casinos or Lincoln is an hour away to catch an infamous Husker game or tour the capitol. Like history? See the Lewis and Clark museum down by the river. We are easily accessible off a paved road and our field is flat and grassy with plenty of space to park on. Well behaved dogs on leashes are welcomed. Please know that we have a friendly husky that roams the farm and may come and say hi. She may also react to pets in her space so please watch your furbaby closely.

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City Explorers Stampede

1 site · RV1 acre · La Vista, Sarpy

Welcome adventurers, inner city adventures await you! We are centralized right in the heart of the city, close to many must see attractions. Kayak (2 person) rental is available. Firepit, charcoal grill and a telescope (by request) are avilailable. Additional add on services are offered if one should enjoy Reiki, card readings and or a homemade warm breakfast ($8-10 per depending on meal). Prebooking of additional add on's are required before visit to accommodate your custom experience. Explore what Omaha has to offer.

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Arrowhead Lodge of SW. Iowa.

1 site · LodgingCouncil Bluffs, Pottawattamie

This custom designed glamping lodge was a dream of mine for a long time. I wanted a place to go to unwind and be with one with nature. But! wanted it close to town so I do not have to travel far and still be close to the city attractions. The lodge backs up to a large hill--called the Loess Hills. Many deer, raccoon, possum and turkey call it home and so does a few pets of mine to include a mini horse and goat. They just love being adorned by new people. I think you will find this a perfect place for a good nights sleep. Learn more about this land: --Enjoy the deer setting amongst the tree's and nature. Hiking trails close by. Come enjoy a relaxing experience close to the city, the zoo and other attractions. MOST dogs are welcomed -- BUT need to be approved first! before booking. ADDITIONAL FEE REQUIRED> Walking trails close by! and restaurants. Verify with host before booking please. The bathroom/shower is located across the yard in the lower level of the main house. Thank you!

Horse Creek Adventures

26 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents170 acres · Sidney, Fremont

Horse Creek Adventures is a 170 acre ranch that provides an opportunity for visitors to stay one night or several days to enjoy the land and area sights. You have your choice as to how you want to stay. Our "off the grid" cabins offer a special opportunity to camp with a roof. The cabins are extremely popular! Check out the information about them and then check the photos posted by quests and read their reviews to give you lots of ideas of how you could enjoy these one of a kind sites. Tenting is available all over the 170 acres. You can tent by the pond; on top of the hill, or in a valley. These sites allow you to "get away from it all" and let the stress melt away. We have tenting sites close to a road to give you flexibility to see local attractions while enjoying the whole 170 acres. Lastly, we have RV hook-ups with 119, 30 amps and 50 amps The land is part of the famous Loess Hills. There are hilltops to take in the breath taking views and valleys surrounded by trees. A pond full of trophy sized bass , catch and release, no license required. Wildlife abounds including a wide variety of birds. We have been described by avid birders as a rich place for birding. The area is rich with history-Lewis and Clark; French Canadian trappers and their Lakota wives established French Villages; Mormons came through here on the way to Utah; Jesse James played cards. Waubonsie State Park is close with hiking trails and seven miles of Horse trails. At night you can use a portable corral to have your horse close. End the day around a campfire, look at the stars and the lightening bugs and be serenaded to sleep by the coyotes and whip-poor-wills Enjoy !!

City Explorers Stampede

1 site · RV1 acre · La Vista, Sarpy

Welcome adventurers, inner city adventures await you! We are centralized right in the heart of the city, close to many must see attractions. Kayak (2 person) rental is available. Firepit, charcoal grill and a telescope (by request) are avilailable. Additional add on services are offered if one should enjoy Reiki, card readings and or a homemade warm breakfast ($8-10 per depending on meal). Prebooking of additional add on's are required before visit to accommodate your custom experience. Explore what Omaha has to offer.

The Fence-Post

21 sites · RVs, Tents3 acres · Little Sioux, Harrison

I am located to the West of Interstate 29 off exit 95 halfway between Omaha, Nebraska and Sioux City, Iowa. It is near where the Little Sioux River meets the Missouri River. There is river access with bank fishing and a boat ramp. The Loess Hills are nearby and the state forest. There are small lakes in the surrounding areas and Lewis and Clark parks with beautiful views.

Your New Property

2 sites · Tents8 acres · Bennington, Douglas

Learn more about this land:Bring your rv and park for the night or for a few days and enjoy all that Omaha has to offer. We have a world class zoo, incredible state parks, college world series, and countless incredible bars and restaurants. Omaha is a hidden gem with everything to offer. The Iowa border is only 30m away for a quick trip to the casinos or Lincoln is an hour away to catch an infamous Husker game or tour the capitol. Like history? See the Lewis and Clark museum down by the river. We are easily accessible off a paved road and our field is flat and grassy with plenty of space to park on. Well behaved dogs on leashes are welcomed. Please know that we have a friendly husky that roams the farm and may come and say hi. She may also react to pets in her space so please watch your furbaby closely.

Little Rivers Edge RV Park and Camp

21 sites · RVs, Tents7 acres · Syracuse, Otoe

City life from Lincoln and Omaha can feel a little tight sometimes. Little Rivers Edge is a wonderful spacious camp ground for the perfect weekend get away being only 30 minutes down the road. Just a mile outside of Syracuse gives you all the convenience of the town without any of the crowded feeling. So...light a fire and play in the river! We hope you enjoy our little piece of heaven and meet some friends along the way.

Two Old Hoes on Hippie Hill

2 sites · RVs, Tents30 acres · Stanton, Montgomery

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.

Rock Creek Retreet Center

1 site · RV, Tent12 acres · Davey, Lancaster

We have a very cool .5 mile nature trail that goes through an amazing tree line leading back to a viewing area with an amazing, magical giant Cottonwood Tree. We also have chickens, horses, cats and dogs to visit while you are here. There is also an orchard, creeks, and beautiful sunrises and sunsets to enjoy! Not to mention the beautiful night sky! (Please note: The horses we foster are here August - May. They spend the summer at a non-profit kids camp in Ashland.) We also have a picnic table and campfire site for your use.

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Diesel Rodeo Production

4 sites · RVs, Tents65 acres · Nebraska City, Otoe

We are an active equine facility with indoor and outdoor arenas. We have 65 acres with a nice 5 acre pond that you can catch and release some nice bass and crappie. We offer plug in for larger campers or find a spot to pitch your tent down by the creek and unwind. We are located 10 minutes from Nebraska City

Equality Farm and Foods

1 site · RV, Tent5 acres · Emerson, Montgomery

We are a 5 acre farm farm minutes from multiple small towns with hidden treasures. We are minutes from highway 59 and 34. And close to I80 and I29. Our farm has goats, donkeys, chickens, quail and many more fun animals. We are a truck ride away from many lakes and rivers. Our property has amazing views and is perfect for star gazing. We are close to the Omaha metro, St Joe and Des Moines. We have fiber optic internet and can accommodate most needs in assure a comfortable stay. We would love to show you shopping, kayaking, apple picking, restaurants, foods, bike trails, flowers farms, farm stands and many more exciting adventures.

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Quiet Countryside Retreat

2 sites · RVs40 acres · Nebraska City, Otoe

Enjoy a quiet countryside retreat on the farm which sits on 40 acres just south of Nebraska City, NE. 2 miles off the nearest highway, boasting beautiful views of the countryside an easy drive from the city. Discover all the farm has to offer from hand picking fruit in the orchard, walking through the country gardens, exploring the 100+year old barn or spending time connecting with family. RV electric & water hookup, & dumpsite available.

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Horse Creek Adventures

26 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents170 acres · Sidney, Fremont

Horse Creek Adventures is a 170 acre ranch that provides an opportunity for visitors to stay one night or several days to enjoy the land and area sights. You have your choice as to how you want to stay. Our "off the grid" cabins offer a special opportunity to camp with a roof. The cabins are extremely popular! Check out the information about them and then check the photos posted by quests and read their reviews to give you lots of ideas of how you could enjoy these one of a kind sites. Tenting is available all over the 170 acres. You can tent by the pond; on top of the hill, or in a valley. These sites allow you to "get away from it all" and let the stress melt away. We have tenting sites close to a road to give you flexibility to see local attractions while enjoying the whole 170 acres. Lastly, we have RV hook-ups with 119, 30 amps and 50 amps The land is part of the famous Loess Hills. There are hilltops to take in the breath taking views and valleys surrounded by trees. A pond full of trophy sized bass , catch and release, no license required. Wildlife abounds including a wide variety of birds. We have been described by avid birders as a rich place for birding. The area is rich with history-Lewis and Clark; French Canadian trappers and their Lakota wives established French Villages; Mormons came through here on the way to Utah; Jesse James played cards. Waubonsie State Park is close with hiking trails and seven miles of Horse trails. At night you can use a portable corral to have your horse close. End the day around a campfire, look at the stars and the lightening bugs and be serenaded to sleep by the coyotes and whip-poor-wills Enjoy !!

Your New Property

2 sites · Tents8 acres · Bennington, Douglas

Learn more about this land:Bring your rv and park for the night or for a few days and enjoy all that Omaha has to offer. We have a world class zoo, incredible state parks, college world series, and countless incredible bars and restaurants. Omaha is a hidden gem with everything to offer. The Iowa border is only 30m away for a quick trip to the casinos or Lincoln is an hour away to catch an infamous Husker game or tour the capitol. Like history? See the Lewis and Clark museum down by the river. We are easily accessible off a paved road and our field is flat and grassy with plenty of space to park on. Well behaved dogs on leashes are welcomed. Please know that we have a friendly husky that roams the farm and may come and say hi. She may also react to pets in her space so please watch your furbaby closely.

Diesel Rodeo Production

4 sites · RVs, Tents65 acres · Nebraska City, Otoe

We are an active equine facility with indoor and outdoor arenas. We have 65 acres with a nice 5 acre pond that you can catch and release some nice bass and crappie. We offer plug in for larger campers or find a spot to pitch your tent down by the creek and unwind. We are located 10 minutes from Nebraska City

Two Old Hoes on Hippie Hill

2 sites · RVs, Tents30 acres · Stanton, Montgomery

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.

Arrowhead Lodge of SW. Iowa.

1 site · LodgingCouncil Bluffs, Pottawattamie

This custom designed glamping lodge was a dream of mine for a long time. I wanted a place to go to unwind and be with one with nature. But! wanted it close to town so I do not have to travel far and still be close to the city attractions. The lodge backs up to a large hill--called the Loess Hills. Many deer, raccoon, possum and turkey call it home and so does a few pets of mine to include a mini horse and goat. They just love being adorned by new people. I think you will find this a perfect place for a good nights sleep. Learn more about this land: --Enjoy the deer setting amongst the tree's and nature. Hiking trails close by. Come enjoy a relaxing experience close to the city, the zoo and other attractions. MOST dogs are welcomed -- BUT need to be approved first! before booking. ADDITIONAL FEE REQUIRED> Walking trails close by! and restaurants. Verify with host before booking please. The bathroom/shower is located across the yard in the lower level of the main house. Thank you!

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The Fence-Post

21 sites · RVs, Tents3 acres · Little Sioux, Harrison

I am located to the West of Interstate 29 off exit 95 halfway between Omaha, Nebraska and Sioux City, Iowa. It is near where the Little Sioux River meets the Missouri River. There is river access with bank fishing and a boat ramp. The Loess Hills are nearby and the state forest. There are small lakes in the surrounding areas and Lewis and Clark parks with beautiful views.

Rock Creek Retreet Center

1 site · RV, Tent12 acres · Davey, Lancaster

We have a very cool .5 mile nature trail that goes through an amazing tree line leading back to a viewing area with an amazing, magical giant Cottonwood Tree. We also have chickens, horses, cats and dogs to visit while you are here. There is also an orchard, creeks, and beautiful sunrises and sunsets to enjoy! Not to mention the beautiful night sky! (Please note: The horses we foster are here August - May. They spend the summer at a non-profit kids camp in Ashland.) We also have a picnic table and campfire site for your use.

Two Old Hoes on Hippie Hill

2 sites · RVs, Tents30 acres · Stanton, Montgomery

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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Camping near Council Bluffs guide

Looking for the best camping near Council Bluffs? The area features dozens of top-rated campgrounds and places to park your RV for the night, many within a short distance of Iowa hiking, biking, and other outdoor activities. Whether you want a pet-friendly campsite or a family cabin rental with wifi, check out campsite photos, tips, and reviews from other outdoor enthusiasts to plan your next camping trip near Council Bluffs.