Top Campgrounds near Ankeny
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Cherry Glen Campground
Cherry Glen Campground is situated on the expansive Saylorville Lake Project, covering 26,000 acres along the Des Moines River Valley. It offers diverse recreational activities such as boating, swimming, fishing, hiking, and hunting.
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Cherry Glen Picnic
Cherry Glen Picnic Area is a day-use facility within the 26,000-acre Saylorville Lake Project along the Des Moines River Valley. It offers various recreational activities such as boating, swimming, fishing, hiking, and hunting. The area spans over...
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Oak Grove Picnic Area
Oak Grove Picnic Area is a day-use facility at Saylorville Lake, spanning 26,000 acres along the Des Moines River Valley. It offers various recreational activities such as boating, swimming, fishing, hiking, and hunting. The area is designed for o...
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Prairie Flower Recreation Area
Prairie Flower Recreation Area is part of the 26,000-acre Saylorville Lake Project along the Des Moines River Valley. It offers diverse recreational activities such as boating, swimming, fishing, hiking, and hunting.
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Cottonwood Recreation Area
Cottonwood Recreation Area is a day-use facility situated below Saylorville Dam, part of the 26,000-acre Saylorville Lake Project. It offers diverse recreational activities such as boating, swimming, fishing, hiking, and hunting. The area spans ov...
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Bob Shetler Recreation Area
Bob Shetler Recreation Area is situated in the tailwater region beneath Saylorville Lake, which spans over 50 mi along the Des Moines River Valley. The area offers diverse recreational activities such as boating, swimming, fishing, hiking, and hun...
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Bob Shetler Picnic Area
Bob Shetler Picnic Area is a day-use facility situated below Saylorville Dam, favored by shoreline fishermen. The surrounding Saylorville Lake Project spans 26,000 acres along the Des Moines River Valley. It offers diverse recreational activities ...
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Sandpiper Recreation Area
Sandpiper Recreation Area is a day-use facility within the 26,000-acre Saylorville Lake Project along the Des Moines River Valley. It offers diverse recreational activities such as boating, swimming, fishing, hiking, and hunting. The area spans ov...
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Griff's Valley View RV Park
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Walnut Ridge Recreation Area
Walnut Ridge Recreation Area is a day-use facility within the 26,000-acre Saylorville Lake Project along the Des Moines River Valley. It offers diverse recreational activities such as boating, swimming, fishing, hiking, and hunting. The area spans...
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Acorn Valley
Acorn Valley Campground is situated within the 26,000-acre Saylorville Lake Project along the Des Moines River Valley. The area offers diverse recreational activities such as camping, bicycling, boating, swimming, fishing, hiking, and hunting.
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Adventureland Campground
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Cutty's Des Moines Camping Club
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Timberline RV Campground
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Timberline Campground
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River Oaks RV Park
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Dallas County Fairgrounds Campground
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Crows Nest RV Resort
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Des Moines West KOA Holiday
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Timberline East RV Campground
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Cherry Glen Campground
Cherry Glen Campground is situated on the expansive Saylorville Lake Project, covering 26,000 acres along the Des Moines River Valley. It offers diverse recreational activities such as boating, swimming, fishing, hiking, and hunting.
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Cherry Glen Picnic
Cherry Glen Picnic Area is a day-use facility within the 26,000-acre Saylorville Lake Project along the Des Moines River Valley. It offers various recreational activities such as boating, swimming, fishing, hiking, and hunting. The area spans over...
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Oak Grove Picnic Area
Oak Grove Picnic Area is a day-use facility at Saylorville Lake, spanning 26,000 acres along the Des Moines River Valley. It offers various recreational activities such as boating, swimming, fishing, hiking, and hunting. The area is designed for o...
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Prairie Flower Recreation Area
Prairie Flower Recreation Area is part of the 26,000-acre Saylorville Lake Project along the Des Moines River Valley. It offers diverse recreational activities such as boating, swimming, fishing, hiking, and hunting.
Campground / RV park
Cottonwood Recreation Area
Cottonwood Recreation Area is a day-use facility situated below Saylorville Dam, part of the 26,000-acre Saylorville Lake Project. It offers diverse recreational activities such as boating, swimming, fishing, hiking, and hunting. The area spans ov...
Campground / RV park
Bob Shetler Recreation Area
Bob Shetler Recreation Area is situated in the tailwater region beneath Saylorville Lake, which spans over 50 mi along the Des Moines River Valley. The area offers diverse recreational activities such as boating, swimming, fishing, hiking, and hun...
Campground / RV park
Bob Shetler Picnic Area
Bob Shetler Picnic Area is a day-use facility situated below Saylorville Dam, favored by shoreline fishermen. The surrounding Saylorville Lake Project spans 26,000 acres along the Des Moines River Valley. It offers diverse recreational activities ...
Campground / RV park
Sandpiper Recreation Area
Sandpiper Recreation Area is a day-use facility within the 26,000-acre Saylorville Lake Project along the Des Moines River Valley. It offers diverse recreational activities such as boating, swimming, fishing, hiking, and hunting. The area spans ov...
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Griff's Valley View RV Park
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Walnut Ridge Recreation Area
Walnut Ridge Recreation Area is a day-use facility within the 26,000-acre Saylorville Lake Project along the Des Moines River Valley. It offers diverse recreational activities such as boating, swimming, fishing, hiking, and hunting. The area spans...
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Acorn Valley
Acorn Valley Campground is situated within the 26,000-acre Saylorville Lake Project along the Des Moines River Valley. The area offers diverse recreational activities such as camping, bicycling, boating, swimming, fishing, hiking, and hunting.
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Adventureland Campground
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Cutty's Des Moines Camping Club
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Timberline RV Campground
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Timberline Campground
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River Oaks RV Park
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Dallas County Fairgrounds Campground
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Crows Nest RV Resort
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Des Moines West KOA Holiday
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Timberline East RV Campground
Ankeny, Iowa
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About Ankeny, Iowa
Ankeny, Iowa makes a handy base for camping trips, with campgrounds and RV parks near town and easy access to the area. Outdoor stays here lean toward RV and tent camping, so it is simple to roll in with your rig or pitch a tent for a weekend. Whether you are road-tripping or planning a low-key getaway, camping near Ankeny keeps things straightforward and close to in-town conveniences.
Plan your stay with 36 nearby options, where nightly rates typically range from $15 to $35 and average around $24. Camping is typically seasonal, with spring through fall availability and limited options in winter. RVers can book local sites or arrange a rental, and delivery to nearby parks is available. Tent campers will find simple places to settle in, while cabin and glamping choices are limited in this area.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Ankeny has 39 campgrounds and RV parks listed on OutReserve, ranging from full-hookup RV sites to rustic tent camping. Based on guest ratings, Timberline RV Campground 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 Ankeny 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 Ankeny welcome pets. Prairie Flower Recreation Area is a great pet-friendly option. Use the pet-friendly filter on our search page to find more properties that accommodate your furry companions.
Most destinations offer a variety of accommodations including tent sites, RV sites, cabins, yurts, and glamping options. Check individual property listings for specific amenities and site types.
The best time to visit depends on your preferences and planned activities. Spring and fall typically offer mild weather and fewer crowds, while summer is peak season with the warmest temperatures. Winter visits can be great for those seeking solitude and winter activities.
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