Dallas County Fairgrounds Campground
Adel, IA · 28.4 mi from Altoona
4.0 (5 reviews)
4.0
- Wi Fi
- Restrooms
- Showers
- Dump station on site
Top Campgrounds near Altoona
40 campgrounds
1,235 available sites
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Season starts on March 22, 2027
Closed for Season
Miner's Retreat Enclosed Shelter (IA)
Knoxville, IA · 29.2 mi from Altoona
4.3 (6 reviews)
Miner's Retreat Enclosed Shelter is situated on Lake Red Rock, Iowa's largest lake, and is conveniently located near Pella and Knoxville. Visitors can partake in various outdoor activities such as boating, fishing, hiking, biking, and wildlife vie...
- Parking
- Lake Access
- Boat Ramp / Launch
Season starts on April 22, 2027
Closed for Season
Wallashuck
Pella, IA · 29.8 mi from Altoona
4.6 (709 reviews)
Wallashuck Campground is situated on Lake Red Rock, Iowa's largest lake, and is conveniently 10 minutes from Pella and 15 minutes from Knoxville. The campground offers activities like boating, fishing, hiking, biking, and wildlife viewing. For mor...
- RV sites: 79
- Tent sites: 79
- Showers
- Dump station on site
Season starts on April 22, 2027
Closed for Season
Whitebreast Camp
Knoxville, IA · 30 mi from Altoona
4.6 (282 reviews)
Whitebreast Camp is situated on Lake Red Rock, Iowa's largest lake, and is conveniently located near Pella and Knoxville. Visitors can engage in activities like boating, fishing, hiking, biking, and wildlife observation. For more details about the...
- RV sites: 106
- Tent sites: 106
- Showers
- Dump station on site
- Playground
Season starts on April 15, 2027
Closed for Season
South Overlook (IA)
Knoxville, IA · 31.4 mi from Altoona
5.0 (5 reviews)
South Overlook is situated on Lake Red Rock, Iowa's largest lake, and is conveniently located 10 mi from Pella and 15 mi from Knoxville. Visitors can engage in activities such as boating, fishing, hiking, biking, and wildlife viewing. For more det...
- Lake Access
- Boat Ramp / Launch
Season starts on April 22, 2027
Closed for Season
North Overlook Picnic Shelter (IA)
Knoxville, IA · 31.6 mi from Altoona
4.4 (7 reviews)
North Overlook Picnic Shelter is situated near North Overlook Campground at Lake Red Rock, Iowa's largest lake, and is conveniently located 10 minutes from Pella and 15 minutes from Knoxville. Visitors can engage in activities such as boating, fis...
- Potable Water
Season starts on April 22, 2027
Closed for Season
North Overlook Camp
Pella, IA · 31.6 mi from Altoona
4.5 (186 reviews)
North Overlook Campground is situated on Lake Red Rock, Iowa's largest lake, and is conveniently located near Pella and Knoxville. Visitors can engage in activities like boating, fishing, hiking, biking, and wildlife viewing. For further details, ...
- RV sites: 43
- Tent sites: 49
- Potable Water
- Lake Access
- Showers
- Dump station on site
Season starts on April 15, 2027
Closed for Season
Howell Station
Pella, IA · 32.1 mi from Altoona
4.6 (2037 reviews)
Howell Station Campground is situated near the Red Rock Dam and Lake, Iowa's largest lake, just 10 minutes from Pella and 15 minutes from Knoxville. It offers activities like boating, fishing, hiking, biking, and wildlife viewing. For more details...
- RV sites: 135
- Tent sites: 135
- Showers
- Dump station on site
Des Moines West KOA Holiday
Adel, IA · 32.3 mi from Altoona
- Wi Fi
- General Store
- Pet Area
- Propane
Sunny Acres Campground
Earlham, IA · 34.9 mi from Altoona
- RV sites: 9
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Madison County Fairgrounds
Winterset, IA · 36.1 mi from Altoona
- RV sites: 13
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Singing Mesa Ranch
Lucas, IA · 38.5 mi from Altoona
- RV sites: 51
- Tent sites: 11
Lakeside Hotel Casino
Osceola, IA · 45.3 mi from Altoona
4.2 (5 reviews)
Rusty Ridge Campground
Toledo, IA · 51.3 mi from Altoona
5.0 (5 reviews)
- Beach Access
- Restrooms
- Showers
- Dump station on site
Trailhead Cabins and Camping
Steamboat Rock, IA · 56.2 mi from Altoona
- RV sites: 2
Season starts on May 1, 2027
Closed for Season
Bridgeview (Rathbun Lake)
Centerville, IA · 57.7 mi from Altoona
4.2 (160 reviews)
Bridgeview Park is located on beautiful Rathbun Lake, just 13 mi northwest of Centerville, Iowa. Camping, boating, swimming, fishing and picnicking are popular activities at this waterfront recreation area.
- RV sites: 95
- Tent sites: 95
- Potable Water
- Lake Access
- Showers
- Dump station on site
Season starts on May 14, 2027
Closed for Season
Prairie Ridge (Rathbun Lake)
Centerville, IA · 61 mi from Altoona
4.0 (203 reviews)
Prairie Ridge Park is located 6 mi, SW of the Jct of Iowa Highway 5 and J18 at Moravia. Awesome Sunsets- No Extra Charge! Rathbun's off-the-beaten path park offers unique opportunities for lover's of the outdoors. Nestled between Buck Creek and Ho...
- RV sites: 54
- Tent sites: 54
- Potable Water
- Lake Access
- Dump station on site
Season starts on May 7, 2027
Closed for Season
Buck Creek (Rathbun Lake)
Centerville, IA · 62.4 mi from Altoona
4.2 (79 reviews)
Buck Creek Campground is situated on Rathbun Lake, 9 mi northwest of Centerville, Iowa. It offers a scenic setting for activities like camping, boating, swimming, fishing, and picnicking. The campground provides a great spot for outdoor recreation...
- RV sites: 42
- Tent sites: 42
- Potable Water
- Lake Access
- Showers
- Marina
Season starts on May 1, 2027
Closed for Season
Island View (Rathbun Lake)
Mystic Iowa, IA · 63 mi from Altoona
4.2 (380 reviews)
Island View Park is situated on Rathbun Lake, approximately nine miles northwest of Centerville, Iowa, and eight miles southwest of Moravia. The park offers scenic views and recreational opportunities. Its location makes it easily accessible for v...
- RV sites: 186
- Tent sites: 186
- Picnic Table
- Restrooms
- Lake Access
- Showers
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Elevation: 948 ft
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Altoona has 40 campgrounds and RV parks listed on OutReserve, ranging from full-hookup RV sites to rustic tent camping. Based on guest ratings, South Overlook (IA) is one of the top-rated options. Use our map view to find the closest options to the city center or your preferred area.
Campgrounds near Altoona vary in distance from the city center. Use our map view to filter by location and find the most convenient option for your trip.
Many campgrounds near Altoona welcome pets. Howell Station is a great pet-friendly option. Use the pet-friendly filter on our search page to find more properties that accommodate your furry companions.
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