Tailwater West Campground, Iowa City, IA

Tailwater West Campground in Johnson county is located just 14 min north of Iowa City, IA with an elevation of 679 feet. There are a total of 22 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of May to mid October. 20 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 40 and 69 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 20 sites have electric and water hookups. Fees range from $14.00 to $26.00. Some amenities include shower, flush toilets. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.

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41.72372, -91.52967
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(319) 338-3685 (Information)
(877) 444-6777 (Reservations)
$14 - $26

Campsite Reviews (86)

4.7 out of 5

5 star		74%
4 star		17%
3 star		2%
2 star		2%
1 star		0%

@RobertB6182770 · Camped on Oct 14, 2024 at Campsite #T19

Very nice and peaceful campground.

@CathyB3119916 · Camped on Oct 6, 2024 at Campsite #T19

Love camping and fishing

@ThomasS5574085 · Camped on Oct 2, 2024 at Campsite #T7

Great, clean, CoE campground. All sites are paved, but only some are full hook-up. Will go again.

@RobertZ9176404 · Camped on Sep 30, 2024 at Campsite #T13

Beautiful park, spacious sites. Cast a fishing line from shore. Fire pits, picnic tables, shower house and full hookups. Cant ask for more.

@MaryBeth395E02 · Camped on Sep 26, 2024 at Campsite #T5

Tailwater west was a wonderful surprise! The location close to Coralville Lake was very scenic. Loved how quiet it was during our stay and all the options in the area surrounding, kept us busy. We will be back!

@JamesT8733204 · Camped on Sep 22, 2024 at Campsite #T6

Very nice campground, cement pads were a bonus.

@LindaP7575010 · Camped on Sep 12, 2024 at Campsite #T15

The Tailwater campgrounds were bigger than we are used to, we were a stones throw from the water, my husband loved fishing. My son really liked the fossil gorge. We were close to town and I enjoyed shopping and the showers were very nice, hot! We had a great time!

@CecilPCFF01391 · Camped on Aug 21, 2024 at Campsite #T7

My only complaint is check in time is at two but nobody is at the booth until 3

@CamerronL266BA · Camped on Aug 5, 2024 at Campsite #T6

The location is easy to find. The area is a quaint section of sites. Fully paved and level spots. The pond attached to the area is peaceful and nice to fish off the dock. Showers and bathrooms are clean.

@SandraJDD1AAAC · Camped on Jul 25, 2024 at Campsite #T17

As always a great stay.

@CecilPCFF01391 · Camped on Jul 23, 2024 at Campsite #T14

Well kept and quiet camp here often

@LeslieJCC34DF5 · Camped on Jul 23, 2024 at Campsite #T8

Throughly enjoy our stay.

@aaronD1726438 · Camped on Jul 19, 2024 at Campsite #T21

Always clean and quiet...lots to explore with the kids

@Elizabeth15985 · Camped on Jul 15, 2024 at Campsite #T9

A very interesting and scenic campground. The day use area is part of the campground and uses the same bath house. There is a great paved bike trail called the IRC trail not far from the campground. Devonian fossil gorge was interesting. Iowa city is much nicer than doing business in Coralville. There is a lack of information about checking in. Another camper informed us that the check-in time at kiosk is 4pm. Must register. Overall a very pleasant stay on the west side of tailwater.

@LeroyB50DAC1CF · Camped on Jul 14, 2024 at Campsite #T19

Campground is well kept and quiet.

@MalcolmM36CAA0 · Camped on Jun 21, 2024 at Campsite #T12

Awesomely pleasant campground. Beautiful sunny site with a large shaded area behind it for sitting and picnicking. Lots of space between sites. The river trail and fossil area are wonderful short hikes or visits. Lots of special birds on the river trail. Fun to watch all the fisherfolk along the shores of the tailwater.

@BrianT1694442 · Camped on Jun 9, 2024 at Campsite #T16

Hard to get in to loop.

@TammiGFE5C0B18 · Camped on Jun 9, 2024 at Campsite #T19

We have been camping in this campground for years. Extremely disappointed this year to find that 2 of the full hook-up sites have been given to volunteer hosts who don't even "host" for that campground. Full hook-up sites are hard enough to come by as it is. One of those sites happens to be the only site that has handicap-accessible access to the bathroom and shower houses. Shame on you USACOE!!! The federal government should know better and DEIA is a top priority for them (I work for them too). To top it off, this site has more "stuff" in it than most residential yards and it looks trashy. Very disappointing.

@LindaH1671742 · Camped on May 6, 2024 at Campsite #T6

Love the location and the view. Close to everything!

@MelJudyH0A4F36 · Camped on May 1, 2024 at Campsite #T20

After the local Corps blocked out certain sites it makes it extremely difficult to secure full hook-up sites.

@CathyB3119916 · Camped on Oct 1, 2023 at Campsite #T8

Great camp ground even the ones that dont have full hook ups. That would be the only thing we would like to see improved.

@BruceH7382571 · Camped on Sep 30, 2023 at Campsite #T7

Nice quiet area, especially like concrete and nice level for setting up camper. Lots of people fishing in area

@MichaelH990269 · Camped on Sep 25, 2023 at Campsite #T8

Tail water is part of a large campground complex associated with the Coralville Lake impoundment. The sites are nicely spread out and generously sized. The power post was in good condition and the campground water was clean, clear and without odor or taste.An excellent value.

@ClarenceGE1566 · Camped on Sep 9, 2023 at Campsite #T20

It was good.

@DavidB5075483 · Camped on Aug 15, 2023 at Campsite #T3

Well maintained campground. Restrooms and showers were clean. An overall great experience.

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