About Tailwater East Campground
Number of accommodations: 22
Campground Amenities
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River Access -
Showers -
Dump Station
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
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Reviews (109)
What Guests Are Saying
Tailwater East Campground is a well-maintained and scenic site, ideal for families and those attending events in nearby Iowa City. Campers appreciate the clean facilities, flat camping spots, and beautiful views along the river, making it a favorite destination for many. However, there have been some concerns about power outages and the cleanliness of certain areas, such as the dumpster and shower facilities.
What Guests Are Saying
Tailwater East Campground is a well-maintained and scenic site, ideal for families and those attending events in nearby Iowa City. Campers appreciate the clean facilities, flat camping spots, and beautiful views along the river, making it a favorite destination for many. However, there have been some concerns about power outages and the cleanliness of certain areas, such as the dumpster and shower facilities.
Review Summary
Chris S
VerifiedDecember 23, 2025 • Stayed at: E27, Loop: TAILWATER EAST CAMPGROUND
We camp there all the time.
Stephen H
VerifiedDecember 23, 2025 • Stayed at: E12, Loop: TAILWATER EAST CAMPGROUND
Great campground and area….very clean and great amenities!
Russ A
VerifiedNovember 7, 2025 • Stayed at: E27, Loop: TAILWATER EAST CAMPGROUND
Nice campground
Linda G
VerifiedOctober 26, 2025 • Stayed at: E10, Loop: TAILWATER EAST CAMPGROUND
Nice campground just outside of Iowa City. Perfect for attending a Hawkeyes football game. Just electric hookups on the east side. Nice flat camping spots most backed up to the water. Very lovely!
Sofie A
VerifiedOctober 21, 2025 • Stayed at: E10, Loop: TAILWATER EAST CAMPGROUND
The facilities were very clean, the scenery was beautiful, and it was a great spot to gather around a campfire with family.
Mary Beth K
VerifiedOctober 19, 2025 • Stayed at: E20, Loop: TAILWATER EAST CAMPGROUND
We always love coming to this campground. The bathrooms and showers are clean and the campsite always seems level and with a great setting. Camping here is effortless. We will be back again and again!
Derrek B
VerifiedOctober 6, 2025 • Stayed at: E06, Loop: TAILWATER EAST CAMPGROUND
Dumpster smells like it could be power washed but overall it was okay
Paul K
VerifiedSeptember 22, 2025 • Stayed at: E12, Loop: TAILWATER EAST CAMPGROUND
There was no power the second night. The only solution presented was to move to a different part of the camp grounds about a mile away. The worst part about it is that the Ranger new the power had gone out on several campsites next to ours and did not check to see what sites had power or not. I had to contact the Ranger through the County Sheriff Department as there is no after hours emergency number. Once I spoke with the Ranger, he offered the different site, but did not mention at all that they were aware of the problem of no electricity in our section of the Campgrounds.
The campsite was nice along the river and shower/bath house was clean and well kept.
cathy w
VerifiedSeptember 21, 2025 • Stayed at: E10, Loop: TAILWATER EAST CAMPGROUND
Came back to our site after being gone all day. It was in the mid 90°s that day. Found out the power had gone out in ours & several other's sites. Our neighbor helped us run extension cords over to the mens bathroom to get through the night. Not good on our camper to run it on 210 outlet.
David R
VerifiedSeptember 20, 2025 • Stayed at: E13, Loop: TAILWATER EAST CAMPGROUND
Nice campground. Clean and quiet. We enjoyed exploring the Devonian Fossil Beds. Easy access to town.
Location Tailwater East Campground
Address:
2829 Prairie Du Chien Rd Ne
Iowa City, IA, 52240
United States
From Interstate 80 (Iowa City, Iowa), take Exit 244 towards Dubuque St./North Liberty. Travel north on Dubuque St. for 3 miles and turn right onto West Overlook Rd. NE. Travel on West Overlook Rd. NE for 1.1 miles. At the second stop sign, turn right onto Prairie Du Chien Rd. NE. Travel est on Prairie Du Chien Rd. NE for 0.7 miles, across the Coralville Lake Dam. The entrance to the Tailwater East Campground will be located on the right side of the road.
From Interstate 380 (North Liberty, Iowa), take Exit 4 towards North Liberty. Travel east on W. Penn St. for 2 miles and turn right onto N. Dubuque St. Travel south on N. Dubuque St. for 1.9 miles, at the traffic circle, continue straight onto Dubuque St. NE. Continue traveling south on Dubuque St. NE for 1.9 miles. Turn left onto West Overlook Rd. NE and travel east for 1.1 miles. At the second stop sign, turn right onto Prairie Du Chien Rd. NE. Travel east on Prairie Du Chien Rd. NE for 0.7 miles, across the Coralville Lake Dam. The entrance to the Tailwater East Campground will be located on the right side of the road.
Latitude & Longitude: 41.7244 / -91.5261
Elevation: 227 feet
Policies & Rules
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Three camping units are permitted per campsite: One RV and two tent, or three tents. |
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Up to six occupants are permitted per campsite. |
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Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. - 6:00 a.m. |
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Visitors shall register for their campsite at the West Overlook Campground Fee Booth prior to setting up on the campsite. |
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Check-Out Time: 12:00 P.M. |
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Check-In Time: 2:00 P.M. |
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Do not attach anything to trees. |
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Pets must be penned, on a leash under 6 feet in length, or otherwise physically restrained. |
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No parking on grass, roads, shoulders or empty campsites.
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All of the following items are prohibited: loaded firearms, explosives, ammunition, bow or other projectile-firing devices, and fireworks. |
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All of the following items are prohibited: bouncy houses, swimming pools, and Chinese lanterns. |
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No-Shows: If a customer does not arrive and register for their campsite by check-out time the day after original arrival date, the customer will be assessed a $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night use fee. |
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Cancellation: If a customer cancels a reservation they will be charged a $10.00 service fee. If a customer cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival they will be charged a $10.00 service fee and will also forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation). |
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Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information. |
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All boats shall be removed from the lake/river each day. Boats are not permitted to be moored on the shoreline overnight. |
