The best cabin rentals near Waukee, Iowa with fishing

If you're looking for a cabin stay with excellent fishing opportunities near Waukee, Iowa, Hipcamp has over 230 options to choose from. Windy Goat Acres (208 reviews), Come Enjoy the Beauty (160 reviews), and Rock N Ranch Events & Campground (67 reviews) are some of the top campsites to consider. With an average price per night of $65 and options as low as $15, you can enjoy popular amenities like potable water, trash, and cooking equipment. You can also indulge in popular activities such as off-roading (OHV), boating, and wind sports.

97% (389)

Top-rated campgrounds

If you're looking for a cabin stay with excellent fishing opportunities near Waukee, Iowa, Hipcamp has over 230 options to choose from. Windy Goat Acres (208 reviews), Come Enjoy the Beauty (160 reviews), and Rock N Ranch Events & Campground (67 reviews) are some of the top campsites to consider. With an average price per night of $65 and options as low as $15, you can enjoy popular amenities like potable water, trash, and cooking equipment. You can also indulge in popular activities such as off-roading (OHV), boating, and wind sports.

97% (389)

Top-rated campgrounds

1. Rock N Ranch Events & Campground

98%

(208)

26mi from Waukee · 14 sites · Lodging · Menlo, IA

Our retirement dream is to share our beautiful property with people who love the outdoors. We started with our rustic tent sites and slowly added cabins. We go from primitive to sites with heat and air conditioning. We are not far from the Interstate but sure seems like we are as you travel the 4.6 miles of gravel road to step back in time.

2. Shadybrook Camping and RV Adventure

96%

(492)

13mi from Waukee · 61 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · 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!

3. Sleep in an Iowa Barn @ TLC

98%

(41)

49mi from Waukee · 2 sites · Tents, Lodging · Zearing, IA

Threshold Learning Center is 28 acres of prairie, creek, woods, and our barn dormitory. Threshold is first, an outdoor learning center for schools during the school year, and a summer camp offering several day camps, family camps, and trips. As a non-profit, however, we are constantly trying to find a way to offer our programs to everyone regardless of whether they are able to pay our fees while still making enough money to stay open. We started renting TLC to the public 5 years ago for weddings, reunions, or just families who are looking to connect to the world around them. Our motto is "No Child Left Inside" and we want every inner child to enjoy what we have at TLC. We have 7 bedrooms in our dormitory, 5 camp sites, a large camp fire ring, a mini-golf course, and we are always willing to lead your group in an educational experience or take you on a hayrack ride.

4. Cabin in the Woods

100%

(5)

24mi from Waukee · 1 site · Lodging · Bondurant, IA

Cabin in the Woods is located on 18 wooded acres. Small stocked pond right outside your front door! Enjoy the wildlife and peacefulness of nature all around. Secluded area, yet 15 minutes to restaurants, shopping, Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino, Adventureland and more! The cabin is a small one room space, with a loft for extra storage or sleeping. There is electric, but no running water. Gallon of water will be available. There is an attached outhouse with toilet. Small fridge and microwave. TV with DVD player. Please note that the cabin does share a driveway with our house, so there may be cars that drive by. We do have animals on our property, so you may encounter dogs, cats, chickens and goats (all friendly)!

Public campgrounds near Waukee

Springbrook Campground

33mi from Waukee · 111 sites · Tents, RVs · in Springbrook State Park

67%

(4)

Green Valley Campground

43mi from Waukee · 83 sites · Tents, RVs · in Green Valley State Park

Stories from the community

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Robin

2 weeks ago

1 night at Rock N Ranch Events & Campground

Beautiful property, lots of trails to explore, pond and complete relaxation. Hunters Havin sleeping cabin was awesome. Great for cooler weather and beautiful surroundings for campfire. We can’t wait to return in the summer with the grandkids.

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Katie

October 2025

1 night at Rock N Ranch Events & Campground

Gorgeous property. Booked the sight above the pond which was beautiful and peaceful. Great sunset spot.

Holly

October 2025

1 night at Rock N Ranch Events & Campground

The host was super friendly and flexible, even when we got in around midnight. The space was safe and views were lovely the next morning. I'd recommend staying!

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Kyra

September 2025

With pets

1 night at Rock N Ranch Events & Campground

I was only able to stay one night on my road trip, and I wish I had alloted another for this site! Linda was so so sweet and set me up with her favorite spot and it didnt disapoint <3

Allie

August 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Rock N Ranch Events & Campground

I love Rock N Ranch! The property is beautiful & well taken care of. I appreciate the quiet and feel of isolation. Linda is easy to reach and so helpful. My family and I have camped here multiple times and we’ll keep coming back!

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CJ

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Rock N Ranch Events & Campground

We were only there for one night, but the whole setup of the land was really cool and our tent sites were out of the way and secluded for the most part. Other than the bugs trying to eat us alive, and the heat, it was a great campsite, and perfect stopping location for our trip across the US!

Devon

August 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Rock N Ranch Events & Campground

The Ranch is a hidden paradise for a person like myself!! Very peaceful with a Creek,Pond, and Trails!!!! We had a Full moon during the stay and it’s amazing view every night! 10/10!!! 5 Star!!! MUST SEE!!!

Our barn dormitory with 7 bedrooms, a lounge, men's and women's restrooms with showers, and kitchenette on the lower level. The upper level has a full kitchen, a large dining hall/dance hall, and a stage.

Richard

August 2025

5 nights at Sleep in an Iowa Barn @ TLC

Our stay at the TLC Learning Center was an incredible experience. I only wish I had more time to explore and take advantage of the many available activities. And next time I would bring more friends and family to enjoy the experience. There’s room for everyone!!

MICHAEL

August 2025

3 nights at Rock N Ranch Events & Campground

This place is a hidden gem and we will continue to come back year after year. The family is very kind and we absolutely love coming to camp here.

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Tyler

July 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Rock N Ranch Events & Campground

My girlfriend and I booked Hunter’s Havin for a 2 night stay with our dog and it was amazing. The quiet atmosphere with tons of privacy was exactly what we were looking for. We were greeted by Linda with a big smile and a tour of the land. We were able to unwind and relax to our heart’s content. On the 2nd day, the heat became unbearable for us and our dog, and Linda was very accommodating, allowing us to move to the Honeymoon Cabin for our final night, which included air conditioning. We will definitely be back in the future, and highly recommend Rock N Ranch and Linda to anyone looking for a quiet getaway out in nature.

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Diane

July 2025

1 night at Rock N Ranch Events & Campground

I only stayed one night at this very picturesque place, but was glad I got there a bit earlier in the day. Linda met me and helped me pick one of the more shaded sites. I ended up with a nice view of the pond and a kind of medium length walk to the 'unisex bat room'. A little bug spray was all that was needed to complete an enjoyable evening listening to the wind and the frogs down by the pond. My only advice is to grab some water if you need it as you're coming in because the water spigots are only in one spot. I will certainly keep this spot as a favorite for future trips.

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Austin

July 2025

With pets

3 nights at Rock N Ranch Events & Campground

I loved staying at Rockin Ranch. There is nice pond caught many fish. Very secluded and quiet. 10/10

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Megan

June 2025

1 night at Rock N Ranch Events & Campground

My travels become chaotic and I was unable to make my reservation. The host was very understandable and respectful! She did everything to try and accommodate me and I appreciate that effort! I WILL make it to the cabin one day!

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Montgomery

June 2025

1 night at Rock N Ranch Events & Campground

Cabin was very private with its own fire ring. Lots of fireflies when we went which was a good surprise. Very friendly host who showed us everything on their site even tho we showed up around 9pm

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Debra

June 2025

1 night at Rock N Ranch Events & Campground

Linda is an excellent host. You feel not only connected to nature but feel at home. Had a lovely view from tent in AM, young deer with pond backdrop.

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Amelia

June 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Rock N Ranch Events & Campground

We had an amazing time! It’s so quiet and peaceful. Darlene was an amazing host! We will def be back!! Thanks for having us 🫶🏼

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Fernando

May 2025

Weekend Trip to Rock N Ranch Events & Campground

Un lugar fantástico por la tranquilidad el contacto con la naturaleza a mi esposa le fascinó y mi también me encantó el anfitrión muy amable 😊. Lo recomiendo 100%

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Emily

May 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Rock N Ranch Events & Campground

This is the second year in a row our family has spent at Rock-N-Ranch. We stayed in The Loft this year. Is was an amazing little getaway. The weather didn't totally cooperate but we wouldn't have changed it for anything! The hosts were very welcoming and made sure our stay was perfect! We will absolutely be back for a 3rd time next year!

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Debra

May 2025

1 night at Rock N Ranch Events & Campground

Lovely quiet location. Hostess was helpful and was quick to reply with questions

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Thai

May 2025

Weekend Trip to Rock N Ranch Events & Campground

I was attempting bike camping for the first time so we rode from West Des Moines all the way out. That might have been a little much. I let Linda know when we were leaving the C-Store in Redfield and to expect us in about an hour. We must have been taking longer than I thought we would and Mike came looking for us. We were just around the corner, so almost there. That was nice of them to check on us. The camp site was very quiet and relaxing. Exactly what we were looking for. I even caught a decent sized Crappie in the pond. The water spigot is at the main house and the camp site is at the bottom of the hill all the way in the back. Next time I will fill up before heading down to the campsite. Definitely planning on going back and would recommend to anyone looking for a quiet place.