Campgrounds Available Tonight Near Muscatine, IA
Nestled along the banks of the scenic Mississippi River, Muscatine, IA, offers a wealth of camping options for outdoor enthusiasts seeking adventure in nature. For RV campers, the Muscatine Lakeside Campground features spacious sites with amenities like full hookups, picnic tables, and fire rings, all surrounded by picturesque views of the river. Tent camping is equally appealing at Wildcat Den State Park, where visitors can immerse themselves in the park's diverse trails and rock formations amidst lush woodlands. For those seeking solitude, dispersed camping opportunities are available in the nearby Iowa Army Corps of Engineers areas, providing a more rugged experience while being close to nature. The region’s geography, characterized by rolling hills and vibrant wetlands, offers excellent wildlife viewing and fishing spots that enhance the camping experience. Whatever your preference, Muscatine’s surrounding landscapes cater to every camping style, making it a must-visit destination for outdoor lovers.
Battle of Athens Campground is part of Battle of Athens State Historic Site in Missouri (1 hr 12 min northwest of Quincy, IL) with an elevation of 634 feet. There are a total of 29 campsites which are all tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. Max equipment length is 40 feet. All sites are currently first-come first-served. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 15 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $15.00 to $27.00. Some amenities include drinking water, restroom, firewood. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails.
Howell Station Campground in Marion County is located 1 hr east of Des Moines, IA with an elevation of 702 feet. There are a total of 135 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid April to mid October. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 49 and 93 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. All sites have electric hookups. Prices start at $22.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, dump station, playground, boat ramp, amphitheater. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Frank Russell Campground in Monroe County is located 49 min southwest of Quincy, IL with an elevation of 696 feet. There are a total of 72 campsites. The campground is normally open from the end of March to the beginning of November. 65 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 46 and 85 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. 56 sites have electric and water hookups. 16 sites have electric hookups. Prices start at $20.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, dump station, playground, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include fishing, hiking trails.
Ray Behrens Campground in Monroe County is located 55 min southwest of Quincy, IL with an elevation of 687 feet. There are a total of 166 campsites including 1 tent-only site. The campground is normally open from the end of March to mid November. 165 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 32 and 107 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 60 sites have electric and water hookups. 106 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $24.00 to $30.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, accessible, boat ramp, fish cleaning station, restroom, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Indian Creek Campground in Monroe County is located 58 min southwest of Quincy, IL with an elevation of 649 feet. There are a total of 213 campsites including 22 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the end of March to the end of November. 191 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 49 and 120 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 65 sites have electric and water hookups. 128 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $10.00 to $125.00. Some amenities include shower, sewer hookup, playground, boat ramp, swimming, fish cleaning station, restroom, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Cherry Glen Campground in Polk County is located just 10 min west of Ankeny, IA with an elevation of 934 feet. There are a total of 125 campsites including 1 boat site. The campground is normally open from mid April to mid October. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 28 and 93 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. All sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $24.00 to $26.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, playground, boat ramp, swimming, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, water skiing, floating sports, disc golf.
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