The best campgrounds near Lime Springs, Iowa with horseback riding

Looking to go camping near Lime Springs, Iowa in the United States? Hipcamp has over 212 options for you to choose from, with accommodations as low as $20 per night. Whether you prefer cabins, campgrounds, or RV parks, you'll find the perfect spot. Looking for recommendations? Check out the top campsites with rave reviews: Daniel's Cabin Retreat (108 reviews), Belle Creek Bluff (61 reviews), and Sassy Fox Acres (36 reviews). Enjoy popular amenities like showers, potable water, and the ability to have campfires. And if swimming, surfing, or wildlife watching are your thing, you're in luck - these activities are all popular in the area. Happy camping!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Lime Springs

Looking to go camping near Lime Springs, Iowa in the United States? Hipcamp has over 212 options for you to choose from, with accommodations as low as $20 per night. Whether you prefer cabins, campgrounds, or RV parks, you'll find the perfect spot. Looking for recommendations? Check out the top campsites with rave reviews: Daniel's Cabin Retreat (108 reviews), Belle Creek Bluff (61 reviews), and Sassy Fox Acres (36 reviews). Enjoy popular amenities like showers, potable water, and the ability to have campfires. And if swimming, surfing, or wildlife watching are your thing, you're in luck - these activities are all popular in the area. Happy camping!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Lime Springs

1. Gilles Family Dairy & Woodland

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49mi from Lime Springs · 4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

Welcome ; Located in southeast Minnesota's Driftless region of hills, valleys, fields and forests, we are a grass based working dairy farm with over 100 acres of woodland, including an extensive trail system and campsites in our wooded acres. What makes this woodland special is it's quiet, secluded setting and over 6 miles of hiking / skiing trails. Our farmstead sits three quarter of a mile off the paved county highway on our well maintained gravel driveway. Each of our campsites are secluded from the others with their own sawdust compost toilets, picnic tables, fireplaces, and firewood. Two of our sites require 4WD with a minimum of 6 inches ground clearance to access, and two are accessible with 2WD. If you do not have 4WD we can help transport your gear while you enjoy the walk in. There are plenty of woodland birds, deer, turkeys, raccoons and squirrels sharing the woods with you. At night it is common for owls to visit the campsite area to say hello, and coyotes talking in the distance. The winding trails through 100 acres of woodland offer a variety of woodland habitats, from Old growth Maple to mixed hardwood, to dense brush, to the edges of open pastureland. Bring your fat bike or mountain bike for an enjoyable ride. For winter users there is a mix of easy, moderate, and challenging winter cross country skiing or snowshoeing / hiking on the property. However the Rock Bottom Cabin is our only heated and insulated site and is available for winter booking. Winter access is walk in only with snow on the ground or in the forecast. We can help transport gear. This property is part of a working pasture-based dairy farm and guided tours of the dairy and cattle are available when scheduling allows. Children 12 and younger are free at our campsites. No need to be counted as guests , but please let us know when requesting to book. We do not allow non-booked visitors to our campsites due to the secluded, remote location, and accessibility.

2. Gossman Goat Ranch

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18mi from Lime Springs · 3 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

We have a lovely piece of property to come enjoy a getaway at. We enjoy all of the peace and quiet around here. The night sky is unbeatable in my eyes. We have a small hobby farm with lots of very tame animals. We have 42 acres to roams with lots of trails within the woods that are filled with aged oak trees and many young maple trees. Our property is filled with lots of wild flowers and wildlife. We are locate 3 miles from the root river if you enjoy fishing or going for a float down the river. There are two caves in our area that are a must see while you are visiting. I you like to hike there is a state park 14 minutes from us that have many miles of hiking trails and horse trails. If you are more the small town strolling type of person we have lots of small towns around us that are filled with shops and lots of great food! There is a large system of bike trails in our area that make a very fun way to check out some of the small towns. If you have a family with kids we have a lot of fun activities you can do with your kids, like spending time with the goats, chickens and ducks, playing on our playground, or taking a nice walk through the woods looking for fossils!

3. Cedar Springs

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25mi from Lime Springs · 2 sites · Lodging

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.

4. Forestville/Mystery Cave State Park

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135 sites · Wykoff, Minnesota

Discover the allure of Forestville/Mystery Cave State Park.

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5. Lake Louise State Park

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39 sites · Le Roy, Minnesota

Discover the natural charm of Lake Louise State Park.

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6. Roy's Acres

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45mi from Lime Springs · 4 sites · Tents, RVs

Our expansive 360-acre farm, in the family for nearly 80 years, has undergone significant transformation. What was once a grove of trees and a borrow pit for highway construction has evolved into a welcoming campground. Amidst this landscape, we've erected two buildings, one of which is a shop equipped with a restroom and a charming porch. Nestled on this porch, my wife and I delight in evenings spent observing the deer and other wildlife, fostering a serene atmosphere for relaxation. Originally conceived as a space for family enjoyment and camping, we've now decided to extend this hospitality to others, embarking on further campground development. Our campground offers a variety of spots, some equipped with electricity for convenience, while others offer a more primitive experience, allowing guests to disconnect and embrace the tranquility of nature. While relaxation is our specialty, we have other outdoor activities to enjoy. With a pond for fishing and paddle boating, as well as close access to the Volga River for canoeing and kayaking, there’s plenty to explore. The Volga River State Recreation Area is only 10 miles away and offers more fishing, boating and hiking opportunities.

7. Richard J. Dorer Memorial Hardwood State Forest

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174 sites · Frontenac, Minnesota

Discover the natural splendor of Richard J. Dorer Memorial Hardwood State Forest.

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8. Volga River State Recreation Area

82 sites · Fayette, Iowa

Discover the natural splendor of Volga River State Recreation Area.

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Public campgrounds near Lime Springs

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Forestville Campground

13mi from Lime Springs · 135 sites · Tents, RVs · in Forestville/Mystery Cave State Park

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Lake Louise Campground

13mi from Lime Springs · 39 sites · Tents, RVs · in Lake Louise State Park

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Isinours Management Unit

21mi from Lime Springs · 2 sites · in Richard J. Dorer Memorial Hardwood State Forest

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Money Creek & Vinegar Ridge

37mi from Lime Springs · 8 sites · in Richard J. Dorer Memorial Hardwood State Forest

Oak Ridge / Wet Bark Recreation Area

38mi from Lime Springs · 5 sites · in Richard J. Dorer Memorial Hardwood State Forest

Lakeview Campground

46mi from Lime Springs · 37 sites · Tents, RVs · in Volga River State Recreation Area

Albany Campground

48mi from Lime Springs · 45 sites · Tents, RVs · in Volga River State Recreation Area

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

Rock Bottom Cabin located in a secluded hardwood forest

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David

October 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Gilles Family Dairy & Woodland

My wife and I had such a great stay at the Rock Bottom Cabin. It is a very cozy and secluded place. We particularly enjoyed hiking the great network of trails on their beautiful land. We hope to be back!

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Dave

October 2025

15 ft travel trailer

2 nights at Gilles Family Dairy & Woodland

A great private site in a very scenic area. Mike is great!

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Becky

October 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Gossman Goat Ranch

I would definitely recommend Gossman Goat Farm! It has beautiful views and it was fun to see the goats and chickens. The directions were clear and the sites are clean and well organized. Cathy was very helpful and friendly and her boys ran and gathered eggs.. A great family run business, and the handmade soap was a wonderful souvenir!:)

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Becky

October 2025

Weekend Trip to Gilles Family Dairy & Woodland

Mike and Joan thought of everything. It was a perfect short stay for us. We appreciated the kindness shown to us and the ride to and from the site. We had our own little spot in nature with everything we needed. Campfires were so easy with the setup provided. Loved the presence of drinking water and wash up water. The compost toilet bathroom was clean and perfect. I’d come back in a heartbeat. Remember to bring warm sleeping bags or blankets if you are headed there in the fall!

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Jen

October 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Gossman Goat Ranch

The land, cabin, Cathy and family and of course the goats were all amazing. My kids had the best time! Everything was as described and perfect. The cabin worked great for 5 of us and the cabin amenities like games, hammock and fire pit were perfect.

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Kasra

October 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Roy's Acres

Steve and Ellen were absolutely amazing during the entirety of our stay. Their help and welcoming personality gave us the best weekend getaway. Steve was generous and allowed us to use his paddle boat on the beautiful pond and wood for the campfire. Keep a good eye out at night for a clear sky of stars. Had a great time on this acre, fishing, camping, cooking, and all. Highly recommend!

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Nichole

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Gossman Goat Ranch

We had a great time tent camping here! Beautiful area. 🌻 I would definitely camp here again.

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Chris

October 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Gossman Goat Ranch

We loved our stay! The goats were friendly, the trails were great, and the kids had a blast looking for fossils. A lovely place to get away for a weekend.

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Elisha

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Gilles Family Dairy & Woodland

Loved camping on Mike and Joan's land! Everything was wonderful, clean, and well designed and organized! Loved seeing all the work that went into the site as well as the trails around the property. Highly recommend and we will be back!

Tammy

September 2025

4 nights at Gossman Goat Ranch

Was a cozy little cabin in the wood. We enjoyed hiking about the property and visit the animals. We really enjoyed the hammock and porch swing. Cozy fires and beautiful stars! Thanks for creating this lovely spot.

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Tara

September 2025

17 ft travel trailer

With pets

3 nights at Gilles Family Dairy & Woodland

We had a great time! We had so much fun following the map to explore all it had to offer. Beautiful land and super helpful people. Looking forward to going again and staying longer. Thanks for the amazing time!

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Wilson

September 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Gossman Goat Ranch

Really great property to tent at. It definitely has the vive of camping in the wild while still being close to civilization. Hosts are great and nice.

Mason

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Gilles Family Dairy & Woodland

We loved our weekend deep in the woods staying in the Wooden Tent. Mike was great to work with and guided us right to the site and gave us a map of the trails to hike on. This is such a cool site and Mike and Joan's willingness to share their land with others. We had a few rain showers while trying to set up and the wooden tent was bone dry inside! The site has firewood, your own saw dust out house, garbage/ recycling, wash water, drinking water, chairs around the fire/ cooking area, they have literally thought of everything. Make sure if you visit you bring plenty of lights its dark dark that deep in the woods. It also seems 4-5 degrees cooler being that deep in the woods. We also didn't have any mosquitoes when we visitied mid September. At night you could hear owls and coyotes off in the distance. We did not see a single other person while camping and the few other sites are far away from each other so the nature sounds can be heard all day and night! We will 100% stay here again in the future. I will never camp at a regular camp site with neighbors again after this experience! Thanks again Mike and Joan for sharing your land and a great/ cool experience.

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Joe

September 2025

21 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Gilles Family Dairy & Woodland

Round Mound is an excellent campsite. Beautiful views, very private, and Mike and Joan and done a wonderful job taking care of all the little things to make it great (very nice and clean outhouse, firewood, trail map, drinking water, etc.) Mike greeted us and took us to the site - he was helpful, friendly and very accommodating. I highly recommend staying with Mike and Joan!

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Tony

September 2025

16 ft car

With pets

Weekend Trip to Roy's Acres

Loved camping at this location, host is awesome and helpful. Can’t wait for the showers to be built!!

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Nellie

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Gilles Family Dairy & Woodland

Beautiful working dairy farm, happy cows, lots of beautiful hiking trails! We had a blast and we were sad we couldn't stay longer. Thanks Joan and Mike!

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Anne

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Gilles Family Dairy & Woodland

Such a cool and unique spot!! How often do you have the chance to stay in an old boat rescued from the bottom of The Mississippi. Mike was very nice and showed us around the property. It had everything we needed, firewood, water, chairs. And the outhouse was the cleanest one I’ve ever been in. Definitely would recommend!

Ricisa

September 2025

With pets

3 nights at Gilles Family Dairy & Woodland

This was our third time back to the Gilles Family Dairy & Woodland, and our second stay at Rock Bottom Cabin. We brought friends with us this time, as we knew they'd love it. The site is down into a valley, surrounded by hillsides full of trees. It is very spacious and private. The grill set up for cooking over the fire was great, especially for a group. There is wood on site for the fire. Picnic table is extra large. There is a large awning on the front of the cabin, which came in handy when we had rain one evening, and still wanted to be outside. Mike and Joan are gracious hosts who clearly care for their property. This can be seen through communication, how well thought out the sites are, and how the trails on the property are cared for. I have no doubt we will visit again in the future.

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Chad

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Gilles Family Dairy & Woodland

The whole experience was nothing but GREAT! We were motocamping and the site was easy to get to on our bikes had everything we needed. They think of everything a camper may need in terms of wood for cooking and campfire to water for both washing and drinking plus a nice sink area if you had dishes to wash. The outhouse is clean. Would highly recommend this place to others, the host were also very nice and made sure our stay was good.

Will

September 2025

3 nights at Gossman Goat Ranch

Camping on Cathy's property was fantastic. She met us at the gate to the property and showed us the way to the campsite. We had reserved a tent site, but debris had recently fallen down so she allowed us to stay at the cabin site. The views were lovely, the toilet was clean and easily accessible, and we felt perfectly at home. We had plenty of privacy and the goats were lovely (our favorite was Allie).