$15
Bridgeview
Closed for the season
Total sites: 104
Booking Window: 6 months
Booking Window: 6 months
976 ft
57°F
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Bridgeview Campground, IA - Latest Reviews, Photos & Campground Map
Bridgeview Campground in Appanoose County is located 1 hr 29 min southeast of Des Moines, IA with an elevation of 976 feet. There are a total of 104 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of May to the end of September. 102 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 35 and 89 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 93 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $15.00 to $44.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, playground, boat ramp, swimming, flush toilets. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports, rock climbing.
Campsite Reviews (94)
4.3 out of 5
| 5 star | 60% | |
| 4 star | 23% | |
| 3 star | 5% | |
| 2 star | 5% | |
| 1 star | 4% |
@LauraP2587889 · Camped on Sep 26, 2025 at Campsite #F5
Every visit to this campground is wonderful. Awesome camp hosts. Beautiful scenary. Quiet and dark (which is great for any nighttime photography). I hate to tell my friends about this campground as I don't want to make it harder to get a campsite. Probably one of the best kept secrets in Iowa.
@NathenBECD7225 · Camped on Sep 25, 2025 at Campsite #H4
Peaceful, clean facilities, and mowed up nice with no trash would recommend to others
@PatriciaW44123 · Camped on Sep 21, 2025 at Campsite #A14
Was by water and scenery was just great. Nice camp host and was great to visit with all. Just all in all it was a great place to visit and camp at. It is close to our home so we can keep eye on home yet enjoy our camping seasons. Only thing I didn't like is they put some speed bumps in that are entirely way too high up and hurts my back as I go over them. That is the only thing about this I didn't like. Many stated this. One could of put speed bumps in but didn't need to make them as high as they are.
@JulieS4767669 · Camped on Sep 14, 2025 at Campsite #A12
We never did see a camp host. We were never checked in or provided a pass for the boat ramp. It would be much better if the grass between campsite and the lake was maintained. We didn't use the facilities so we can't tell you their condition of them. We will not revisit Bridgeview camp ground due to our experience.
@DavidL8659169 · Camped on Sep 5, 2025 at Campsite #F11
The Rangers and volunteer staff are awesome. Bogies Steak house and the Mexican Affair are excellent places to eat.
@GregT4806808 · Camped on Aug 22, 2025 at Campsite #A9
We had a great experience at Bridgeview until we discovered that someone had stolen our homemade step that we use for our dog and special needs daughter to get in and out of our pickup.
@ToddP6293730 · Camped on Jul 18, 2025 at Campsite #A19
very nice clean campground
@RogerH7061222 · Camped on Jul 15, 2025 at Campsite #B6
Nice facilities that are well maintained. Volunteer help is very good and will do whatever they can to help.
@DennisH3714812 · Camped on Jun 22, 2025 at Campsite #A22
There were ticks everywhere, someone should treat the area around each campsite. Horrible experience for our entire party.
@MarilynnKABF0F · Camped on Jun 8, 2025 at Campsite #A12
Host was very friendly and helpful
@bradm5543734 · Camped on May 26, 2025 at Campsite #A4
The Bridgeview dock and fish cleaning station is completely unacceptable and needs to be replaced. It has damaged many boats and also led to many fish lost along with other equipment.
@bradm5543734 · Camped on May 4, 2025 at Campsite #F2
The dock/fish cleaning station at Bridgeview boat landing needs upgraded. Over the last 2 season it has caused great damage to many boats. It is dangerous and very hard to tie up to. At a minimum the dock needs a non abrasive protective surface put around the dock in the mooring areas and with more easily accessible tie offs
@VernonL5884488 · Camped on Sep 22, 2024 at Campsite #R4
It was very quiet and we enjoyed a campfire and the view of the lake. The only thing that would improve that is to take down some of the little trees and bushes between the campground and the lake. The sky was awesome and the stars at night were pretty. We sat and watched for a long time. There are very few lights so it doesn't take away from the night sky. We enjoyed our time and the park host was very friendly and we enjoyed visiting with him.
@darinb3723556 · Camped on Sep 13, 2024 at Campsite #A21
We enjoyed our stay, but our site (A21) was not level at all.
@MarkM2223984 · Camped on Sep 12, 2024 at Campsite #A12
great weather camp grounds manager was the best
@GeneO8321C70A2 · Camped on Jul 23, 2024 at Campsite #A21
The park was clean and the onsite staff very helpful.
@EverettD653EDD · Camped on Jul 18, 2024 at Campsite #A16
Nice clean camp ground with great staff.
@RussB5321576 · Camped on Jul 17, 2024 at Campsite #A9
Excellent spacious sites. Quiet place to camp and fish. I will be back.
@JulieM1485661 · Camped on Jul 11, 2024 at Campsite #M16
Lake Rathbun - Bridgeview Campgrounds in Moravia, Iowa has the best camping spots ever! The hosts have become such wonderful friends! Mike & Dora generously offer their expertise to help everybody with everything! Delicious meals & gas & groceries at Brownie's across the road. Plus many excellent restaurants surrounding Lake Rathbun, our perfect Iowa Ocean! you!
@SallyH9948332 · Camped on Jun 26, 2024 at Campsite #B11
Great campground, very clean. Great hosts!Nice place for walking and riding bicycles
@DanH6147433 · Camped on Jun 16, 2024 at Campsite #B18
Good place to camp
@TerryF9430129 · Camped on Jun 6, 2024 at Campsite #F1
Love Bridgeview, our favorite spot to camp.
@bradm5543734 · Camped on Jun 5, 2024 at Campsite #B22
Great campground with a great host Mike! Hes the best there is. The only negative feedback I have is the dock and fish cleaning station at the boat landing has major issues. Saw many boats damaged by the dock
@AmandaS6104080 · Camped on May 23, 2024 at Campsite #R8
It was the perfect camp site!
@CarrieS6009005 · Camped on May 19, 2024 at Campsite #M11
Highly recommend this campground.. the place is always clean. Shower house and restrooms are well kept and the campground attendants are all top notch. Wonderful people who take care of the area!!! Do not hesitate to camp here if you want a peaceful relaxing experience!!
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