Tailwater West Campground

4103 Prairie Du Chien Rd Ne, Iowa City, Iowa, United States
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Tailwater West Pond
Tailwater West Fall
Iowa River adjacent to Tailwater West Campground
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Tailwater West

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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.

Available sites

22 total sites
RV Sites 20 sites Check Availability Tent Sites 2 sites Check Availability

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

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Campground Amenities

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Pet friendly Pet friendly
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Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
  • Showers
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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22 Sites Available

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🚐 T01, Loop: Tailwater West RV
Pet Friendly · 58 × 20 ft · Paved
🚐 T02, Loop: Tailwater West RV
Pet Friendly · 63 × 20 ft · Paved
🚐 T03, Loop: Tailwater West RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 40 × 20 ft
🚐 T04, Loop: Tailwater West RV
Pet Friendly · 62 × 20 ft · Paved
🚐 T05, Loop: Tailwater West RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 40 × 20 ft
🚐 T06, Loop: Tailwater West RV
Pet Friendly · 69 × 20 ft · Paved
🚐 T07, Loop: Tailwater West RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 46 × 20 ft
🚐 T08, Loop: Tailwater West RV
Pet Friendly · 58 × 20 ft · Paved
🚐 T09, Loop: Tailwater West RV
Pet Friendly · 65 × 20 ft · Paved
🚐 T10, Loop: Tailwater West RV
Pet Friendly · 69 × 20 ft · Paved
🚐 T11, Loop: Tailwater West RV
Pet Friendly · 66 × 20 ft · Paved
🚐 T12, Loop: Tailwater West RV
Pet Friendly · 69 × 20 ft · Paved
🚐 T13, Loop: Tailwater West RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 13 × 20 ft
🚐 T14, Loop: Tailwater West RV
Pet Friendly · 62 × 20 ft · Paved
🚐 T15, Loop: Tailwater West RV
Pet Friendly · 62 × 20 ft · Paved
🚐 T16, Loop: Tailwater West RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 48 × 20 ft
🚐 T17, Loop: Tailwater West RV
Pet Friendly · 51 × 20 ft · Paved
🚐 T18, Loop: Tailwater West RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 × 20 ft
🚐 T19, Loop: Tailwater West RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 60 × 20 ft
🚐 T20, Loop: Tailwater West RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 × 20 ft
⛺ T21, Loop: Tailwater West Tent
Pet Friendly · Yes shade
⛺ T22, Loop: Tailwater West Tent
Pet Friendly · Yes shade

Reviews

353 reviews

Summary

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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.

Based on guest feedback

4.7

Overall rating

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3 stars 2.0% (7)
2 stars 2.3% (8)
1 star 1.1% (4)

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Jennifer J

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May 18, 2026 Stayed at: T20, Loop: Tailwater West

The toilet paper needs to be better stocked. The new cleaning crew only replaces one roll. They should put the used roll on tope of the dispenser and replace both rolls. We've had to use our own toilet paper trip. Also, the cell phone connection was horrible. I never remember it being this poor. Did something happen to the cell service?

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Norma G

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May 19, 2026 Stayed at: T03, Loop: Tailwater West

Wonderful experience with full hookups, concrete driveway, quiet, peaceful, and enjoyable time starting the camping season close to town for when we needed something we forgot.

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Corliss B

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May 26, 2026 Stayed at: T04, Loop: Tailwater West

We enjoyed camping at Tailwater West so much! It was our first time camping there. Everything was clean and the yards were mowed weekly. Shower houses and bathrooms very clean and kept clean. Will definitely go back!

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MARY F

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May 29, 2026 Stayed at: T08, Loop: Tailwater West

This was a return visit and when in the area we will return Our camp site was perfect The Park Rangerand all the staff were the best Thanks again

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Kelly S

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May 30, 2026 Stayed at: T16, Loop: Tailwater West

T16 is full sun back side of RV faced east seating area faced west. The camp ground was perfect the site has no shade as listed.

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David V

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June 5, 2026 Stayed at: T04, Loop: Tailwater West

We just stayed a couple of nights to get used to our pop-up. Restroom & shower facilities were very clean which I really appreciated.

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Eric G

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June 13, 2026 Stayed at: T13, Loop: Tailwater West

Easy check in and into our pull thru. Had good dish coverage and starlink.

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Richard P

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June 15, 2026 Stayed at: T15, Loop: Tailwater West

Beautiful park and big spaces , clean and green. loved being near the river, watching the kids fish.

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Location & Directions for Tailwater West Campground

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

Elevation: 207 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...

Nearest town

Iowa City, IA - 5.8 mi

About 13 min to downtown

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.
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  • 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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