Campgrounds Available Tonight Near Polk City, IA
Polk City, IA, serves as an ideal outdoor escape, offering a diverse range of camping options for nature enthusiasts. For RV campers, popular spots include the scenic Big Creek State Park, where well-maintained campsites provide stunning views of Big Creek Lake, along with amenities like electricity, water hookups, and nearby hiking trails. Tent campers can enjoy the rustic charm of the Jester Park Campground, nestled in a lush, wooded area, where spacious tent sites facilitate a peaceful ambiance ideal for relaxation and wildlife observation. For those seeking dispersed camping, the neighboring Saylorville Lake area offers numerous hidden gems—hike to remote spots along the shoreline for a more secluded experience while enjoying breathtaking sunsets over the water. The local geography features gently rolling hills and dense woodlands, perfect for exploring and discovering diverse flora and fauna. Whether you're parking your RV, pitching a tent, or seeking the adventure of dispersed camping, Polk City provides a serene backdrop for unforgettable outdoor experiences.
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.
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.
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