Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Emery, IA
Nestled in the heart of central Iowa, Emery offers a variety of camping options that cater to outdoor enthusiasts seeking both adventure and tranquility. For RV travelers, nearby Lake Lacey-Keosauqua State Park provides spacious sites equipped with essential amenities and stunning views of the lake, perfect for fishing, kayaking, and wildlife watching. Tent campers will love the serene environment at Shimek State Forest, where rustic sites nestled among towering trees allow for an immersive nature experience, complete with hiking trails and the sounds of nearby ponds. For those seeking a more remote experience, dispersed camping is available in the surrounding areas of the South Fork of the Chariton River, offering secluded spots for true wilderness immersion. The lush Iowa landscape, marked by rolling hills and scenic waterways, provides a picturesque backdrop for all camping activities, making it a perfect escape for families, solo adventurers, and groups. With Emery as your base, explore the charming local flora and fauna while indulging in the peacefulness of Iowa’s great outdoors.
Big Sioux Campground is part of Big Sioux State Recreation Area in South Dakota (just 22 min east of Sioux Falls, SD) with an elevation of 1,315 feet. There are a total of 52 campsites including 3 cabins. The campground is open all year. 43 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 60 and 72 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 3 months in advance. 43 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $15.00 to $55.00. Some amenities include drinking water, dump station, playground, restroom, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include biking, hiking trails.
Newton Hills Campground is part of Newton Hills State Park in South Dakota (44 min southeast of Sioux Falls, SD) with an elevation of 1,477 feet. There are a total of 136 campsites including 9 cabins. The campground is open all year. 118 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 41 and 75 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 3 months in advance. 118 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $15.00 to $55.00. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, dump station, playground, restroom, amphitheater, ramada, flush toilets. Activities include horseback riding.
Palisades Campground is part of Palisades State Park in South Dakota (33 min northeast of Sioux Falls, SD) with an elevation of 1,496 feet. There are a total of 40 campsites including 6 cabins. The campground is open all year. 17 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 62 and 84 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 3 months in advance. 22 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $15.00 to $55.00. Some amenities include shower, drinking water, playground, restroom, amphitheater, ramada, flush toilets. Activities include rock climbing.
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