The best forest campgrounds near Lamoni, Iowa

In Lamoni, forest camping means waking up to thick stands of oak and hickory, the scent of leaf litter, and trails that cut straight through the trees. Hipcamp lists over 200 forest campsites in the area, with nightly rates starting at $25 and an average of $42. If you want a spot where you can light a campfire, take a real shower, or bring your dog, you’re covered—most sites offer all three. You’ll find plenty of hiking, horseback riding, and even swimming if you know where to look. First-timers should check out Hoofs 'n Horns Ohnemusbeef Farmstay (1 review); it’s a working farm, so you’ll get a real taste of rural Iowa in the woods. Pack sturdy boots and a backup lighter—the trails can get muddy, and nothing beats a hot drink by the fire after a long day in the forest.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Lamoni

In Lamoni, forest camping means waking up to thick stands of oak and hickory, the scent of leaf litter, and trails that cut straight through the trees. Hipcamp lists over 200 forest campsites in the area, with nightly rates starting at $25 and an average of $42. If you want a spot where you can light a campfire, take a real shower, or bring your dog, you’re covered—most sites offer all three. You’ll find plenty of hiking, horseback riding, and even swimming if you know where to look. First-timers should check out Hoofs 'n Horns Ohnemusbeef Farmstay (1 review); it’s a working farm, so you’ll get a real taste of rural Iowa in the woods. Pack sturdy boots and a backup lighter—the trails can get muddy, and nothing beats a hot drink by the fire after a long day in the forest.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Lamoni

1. Nutty Cluckers

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38mi from Lamoni · 1 site · Tent, RV

There is a lot of nut trees and chickens! I inherited this land from my uncles who spent their whole life’s purpose to live and maintain the land. It has given me such peace and a great escape that I think everyone deserves to touch a piece of its soul to help you in your soul searching or unplugging from life to clear your mind to tackle the world! I’ve grown up seeing the land change, watching how nature can change streams and hills and love seeing how years and years of leaving it alone can create such a beautiful canvas all on its own. One of my uncles favorite things to do was to look for arrowheads and if you are familiar with ancient Indian practices, you can find many characteristics in these woods.

2. Hoofs 'n Horns Ohnemusbeef Farmstay

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47mi from Lamoni · 2 sites · Lodging

We invite you to turn off your phone and unwind on the front porch rocking chair as you watch one of our breathtaking sunsets or sunrises. Pasture and grassland with 7 ponds are accessible by a short hike along the cattle trails. A marked perimeter trail follows Wolfe Creek, home to wildlife and a shady cool spot during the hot days of summer. Mulberry Cottage is at the northeast corner of a 200-acre cattle ranch where we practice rotational grazing on ten paddocks. The cabin, surrounded by Mulberry and Osage Orange (Hedge Trees) are host to berry eating birds and mammals. (And the occasional marsupial). Cattle are fenced outside the cabin area but may be close by where you hear them and see them. Deer and coyotes are common on the property as plenty of birdlife. The cabin is a farm-stay experience with farm fresh eggs, and Mulberry preserves for your baked goods in the morning. You will need your muck boots and cowboy hat to hike our cattle trails and wade in the creeks. Try your hand at "frogging" in the marshes of one of our 7 ponds. Bottle-feeding a calf or collecting eggs are some of the chores you are welcome to participate in. You'll be amazed at the variety of wildflowers and birding opportunities. The head cowboy himself will invite you to chore time or have a farm tour of our grazing and regenerative practices. Our natural beef and tallow products are all for sale at the farm or grill up some "Ohnemusbeef" available at our farm store.

3. Nine Eagles State Park

61 sites · Pleasanton, Iowa

Discover the serene beauty of Nine Eagles State Park.

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4. Crowder State Park

41 sites · Edinburg, Missouri

Get away from it all at this rural state park in north-central Missouri.

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5. Lake Ahquabi State Park

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104 sites · Indianola, Iowa

Discover the serene beauty of Lake Ahquabi State Park.

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Public campgrounds near Lamoni

Nine Eagles Campground

9.7mi from Lamoni · 61 sites · Tents, RVs · in Nine Eagles State Park

Crowder Campground

38mi from Lamoni · 41 sites · Tents, RVs · in Crowder State Park

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Lake Ahquabi Campground

49mi from Lamoni · 104 sites · Tents, RVs · in Lake Ahquabi State Park

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

Alex

July 2025

Tent

With kids

1 night at Nutty Cluckers

Amazing!!! The host is beyond gracious and friendly!!! The doggies were cute!!! The land is beautiful and my children had a blast!!! We will be back!!!