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Reviews (358)
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
Cecilia P
VerifiedJune 22, 2026 • Stayed at: E14, Loop: TAILWATER EAST CAMPGROUND
Campground was neat, quiet, and bathrooms were clean. Volunteers at the check-in booth were helpful and friendly.
We would definitely one back, and recommend to friends.
Jayson E
VerifiedJune 21, 2026 • Stayed at: E24, Loop: TAILWATER EAST CAMPGROUND
Campground was nice. Small number of sites. The restrooms/ showers were dated, but adequate. We enjoyed walking around dam, to west side & down short trail. It was pleasant to fall asleep hearing the spillway rapids race by our RV site.
Amanda R
VerifiedJune 20, 2026 • Stayed at: E24, Loop: TAILWATER EAST CAMPGROUND
Amanda R
VerifiedJune 20, 2026 • Stayed at: E24, Loop: TAILWATER EAST CAMPGROUND
David R
VerifiedJune 11, 2026 • Stayed at: E12, Loop: TAILWATER EAST CAMPGROUND
The sites are paved-we like that. The showers were clean. Easy reservations with recreation.gov
Joseph H
VerifiedJune 8, 2026 • Stayed at: E27, Loop: TAILWATER EAST CAMPGROUND
The campground was near the river and a bit downstream from the dam and spillway. All sites were occupied so it was important that we had reserved as site in advance. We had to back into our site but it was oriented such that this was not too challenging.
Amanda H
VerifiedJune 1, 2026 • Stayed at: E06, Loop: TAILWATER EAST CAMPGROUND
Clean, quiet, unbothered, great fishing & it was overall a peaceful campground.
Thomas P
VerifiedMay 17, 2026 • Stayed at: E24, Loop: TAILWATER EAST CAMPGROUND
Sand in the water. Otherwise great!
Thomas P
VerifiedMay 17, 2026 • Stayed at: E24, Loop: TAILWATER EAST CAMPGROUND
Sand in the water. Otherwise great!
Melisa P
VerifiedMay 11, 2026 • Stayed at: E15, Loop: TAILWATER EAST CAMPGROUND
We really enjoyed our campsite and the area! It was quiet and the views were great! We are already planning to return and hopefully to this same campsite!
Location & Directions for Tailwater East Campground
2829 Prairie Du Chien Rd Ne, Iowa City, IA 52240 United States
Elevation: 227 ft
Getting There
From Interstate 80 (Iowa City, Iowa), take Exit 244 towards Dubuque St./North Liberty. Travel north on Dubuque St. for 3 mi and turn right onto West Overlook Rd. NE. Travel on West Overlook Rd. NE for 1.1 mi. At the second stop sign, turn right on...
From Interstate 80 (Iowa City, Iowa), take Exit 244 towards Dubuque St./North Liberty. Travel north on Dubuque St. for 3 mi and turn right onto West Overlook Rd. NE. Travel on West Overlook Rd. NE for 1.1 mi. At the second stop sign, turn right onto Prairie Du Chien Rd. NE. Travel est on Prairie Du Chien Rd. NE for 0.7 mi, 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 mi and turn right onto N. Dubuque St. Travel south on N. Dubuque St. for 1.9 mi, at the traffic circle, continue straight onto Dubuque St. NE. Continue traveling south on Dubuque St. NE for 1.9 mi. Turn left onto West Overlook Rd. NE and travel east for 1.1 mi. At the second stop sign, turn right onto Prairie Du Chien Rd. NE. Travel east on Prairie Du Chien Rd. NE for 0.7 mi, across the Coralville Lake Dam. The entrance to the Tailwater East Campground will be located on the right side of the road.
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
- Visitors must register at the West Overlook Campground Fee Booth before setting up their campsite.
- Check-out time is specified but not detailed in the text.
- Check-in time is specified but not detailed in the text.
Site capacity
- You can have one RV and two tents, or up to three tents per campsite.
- Each campsite can accommodate up to six people.
Safety & rules
- Quiet hours are enforced but the specific times are not stated.
- Attaching items to trees is prohibited.
- The following items are not allowed: loaded firearms, explosives, ammunition, bows, and fireworks.
- Bouncy houses, swimming pools, and Chinese lanterns are not allowed.
Pets
- Pets must be restrained by being penned or on a leash of 6 feet or less.
Vehicles & parking
- Parking is not allowed on grass, roads, shoulders, or empty sites; UTVs and golf carts are also prohibited.
Cancellation policy
- If you do not check in by the next day's check-out time, you will incur a $20 fee and forfeit the first night's fee.
- A $10 cancellation fee applies; if canceled on the day before or day of arrival, the first night's fee is also forfeited.
Fires & fuel
- Buy firewood locally and burn it on-site to protect forests from pests; visit Dontmovefirewood.org for details.
Utilities
- Boats must be removed daily from the lake/river and cannot be moored overnight.
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Last updated: October 7, 2026
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