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Tailwater West Campground

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Iowa River adjacent to Tailwater West Campground
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Tailwater West

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly
Showers

About Tailwater West Campground

The Tailwater West Campground is located within the Dam Complex at the Coralville Lake Project. The Coralville Lake Project is a multiple use project providing primary benefits in flood control and low flow augmentation, and secondary benefits in recreation, fish and wildlife management and forest management. Coralville Lake provides many recreational opportunities, including boating, camping, hiking, mountain biking, lake and river fishing, swimming, water activities, picnicking and hunting.

Number of accommodations: 22

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - May 1 to Oct 17

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly
Showers
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
  • Showers
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

22 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 T01, Loop: Tailwater West
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 T02, Loop: Tailwater West
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 T03, Loop: Tailwater West
Full Hookups
Price not available
🚐 T04, Loop: Tailwater West
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 T05, Loop: Tailwater West
Full Hookups
Price not available
🚐 T06, Loop: Tailwater West
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 T07, Loop: Tailwater West
Full Hookups
Price not available
🚐 T08, Loop: Tailwater West
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 T09, Loop: Tailwater West
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 T10, Loop: Tailwater West
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 T11, Loop: Tailwater West
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 T12, Loop: Tailwater West
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 T13, Loop: Tailwater West
Full Hookups
Price not available
🚐 T14, Loop: Tailwater West
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 T15, Loop: Tailwater West
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 T16, Loop: Tailwater West
Full Hookups
Price not available
🚐 T17, Loop: Tailwater West
Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 T18, Loop: Tailwater West
Full Hookups
Price not available
🚐 T19, Loop: Tailwater West
Full Hookups
Price not available
🚐 T20, Loop: Tailwater West
Full Hookups
Price not available
T21, Loop: Tailwater West
6 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available
T22, Loop: Tailwater West
6 guests · Pet Friendly
Price not available

Reviews (302)

What Guests Are Saying

Tailwater West Campground is highly praised for its cleanliness, well-maintained facilities, and beautiful surroundings, making it a favorite spot for many campers. The campground offers spacious sites, full hookups, and convenient access to fishing and nearby attractions, contributing to enjoyable stays. Some concerns were raised about noise from fellow campers and check-in confusion, but overall, visitors expressed a strong desire to return and appreciated the friendly staff and peaceful atmosphere.

Review Summary

4.7
302 reviews
5
79.8%
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4
15.2%
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4

James D

Verified

December 18, 2019 Stayed at: T16, Loop: Tailwater West

5

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Tailwater West. The campground was very clean and well kept.

James D

Verified

December 18, 2019 Stayed at: T16, Loop: Tailwater West

5

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Tailwater West. The campground was very clean and well kept.

Location Tailwater West Campground

Address:
4103 Prairie Du Chien Rd Ne
Iowa City, IA, 52240
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 41.7227 / -91.5323

Elevation: 207 feet

Policies & Rules

General

  • Three camping units are permitted per campsite: one RV and two tent, or three tents.
  • Up to six occupants are permitted per site.
  • Quiet Hours are;
  • Visitors shall register for their campsite at the West Overlook Campground Fee Booth prior to setting up on the campsite.
  • Check-Out Time:;
  • Check-In Time:;
  • Do not attach anything to trees.
  • Pets must be penned, on a leash under 6 feet in length, or otherwise physically restrained.
  • No parking on grass, roads, shoulders or empty campsites. No UTVs or golf carts within the campground.
  • All of the following items are prohibited: bouncy houses, swimming pools, chinese lanterns, loaded firearms, explosive devices, ammunition, bow or other projectile-firing device, and fireworks.
  • All boats shall be removed from the lake/river each day. Boats are not permitted to be moored on the shoreline overnight.
  • No-Shows: If a customer does not arrive and register for their campsite by 3:00 P.M. the day after original arrival date, the customer will be assessed a $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night use fee.
  • 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).
  • 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.
  • The dump station and drinking water is located just outside of the West Overlook Campground.

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Last updated: May 20, 2026

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