The best waterside campgrounds near Ottumwa, Iowa

Looking to go camping near Ottumwa, Iowa? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 265 options to choose from, you're sure to find the perfect campsite that fits your accommodation preference, activity/terrain preference, and budget. Whether you're into hiking, biking, swimming, or wildlife watching, there's something for everyone. You can even read reviews from fellow campers to help you decide. Check out some of the top campsites like Windy Goat Acres (208 reviews), Draco Hill Farm (192 reviews), and Come Enjoy the Beauty (160 reviews). Plus, you'll have popular amenities like trash, toilets, and showers to make your camping experience even more enjoyable. So pack your bags and get ready for an unforgettable camping adventure!

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Out side the dome portable fire pit. A perfect spot to watch sunsetting.
There is an additional sitting area behind the dome with another fire pit and picnic table. Additional spaces behind the dome for hammocks car parking etc.

1. Nature Heaven

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(315)

39mi from Ottumwa · 10 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Knoxville, IA

The winter camping is on the way! We believe each season has it’s special nature-beauty, so we open year around. This seclude, beautiful pet friendly 40 acres of fenced camping site is on hilly land and is rare in Iowa with 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. 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 glamping 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. For our camper's 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 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 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 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 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 the Google map shows now.

Looking to go camping near Ottumwa, Iowa? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 265 options to choose from, you're sure to find the perfect campsite that fits your accommodation preference, activity/terrain preference, and budget. Whether you're into hiking, biking, swimming, or wildlife watching, there's something for everyone. You can even read reviews from fellow campers to help you decide. Check out some of the top campsites like Windy Goat Acres (208 reviews), Draco Hill Farm (192 reviews), and Come Enjoy the Beauty (160 reviews). Plus, you'll have popular amenities like trash, toilets, and showers to make your camping experience even more enjoyable. So pack your bags and get ready for an unforgettable camping adventure!

99% (259)

Top-rated campgrounds

1. Nature Heaven

96%

(315)

39mi from Ottumwa · 10 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Knoxville, IA

The winter camping is on the way! We believe each season has it’s special nature-beauty, so we open year around. This seclude, beautiful pet friendly 40 acres of fenced camping site is on hilly land and is rare in Iowa with 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. 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 glamping 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. For our camper's 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 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 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 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 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 the Google map shows now.

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Stories from the community

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Eric

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Nature Heaven

Loved the location, the view. And the fun setup. Had a great time!

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Michelle

August 2025

With kids

1 night at Nature Heaven

We enjoyed the unique dome experience with breath taking views! Our stay was during the middle of the week, so we enjoyed the peace & quiet with no campers around us. Taking a peaceful walk while watching the sunset & sunrise was beautiful.

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Tyler

August 2025

1 night at Nature Heaven

Loved being perched on the hill . Great communication . Such a special kind of adventure . So comfortable !

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Brian

July 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Nature Heaven

Been here multiple times!! Love the spots!!! Love the fishing!! Thanks so much for the perfect getaway Anna!!

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Heath

June 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Nature Heaven

We had an amazing time staying at the geodesic dome -- the site was very peaceful and the dome was super cozy. Anna's hospitality was also exceptional. I'd highly recommend the dome to anybody looking for an awesome experience!

Carolyn

May 2025

1 night at Nature Heaven

Anna and her husband gave us such lovely hospitality. I felt like we were at the Four Seasons. Such serenity was bliss and exactly what we needed

Bethney

March 2025

1 night at Nature Heaven

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

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Tricia

March 2025

3 nights at Nature Heaven

We enjoyed our time so much! Anna was very helpful and responsive. The dome was cozy and the surrounding was beautiful! We would love to come back sometime.

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Kim

January 2025

Weekend Trip to Nature Heaven

Quiet and peaceful! We will definitely be back to adventure in the area!