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Bob Shetler Recreation Area is praised for its clean facilities, friendly staff, and spacious campsites, making it a great choice for campers seeking a peaceful retreat. The campground offers easy access to outdoor activities like biking and fishing, and the location near the dam adds to its charm. However, some visitors noted noise from nearby traffic and the need for updates in certain facilities, particularly the shower house.
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4.2
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October 6, 2026 Stayed at: 15, Loop: BSHE
We ended up not camping and driving longer to get through West Virginia into Virginia because despite the campsite saying yes for Pets allowed when I booked the Facility Information said NO PETS ALLOWED. When I was looking to confirm check in time.
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October 1, 2026 Stayed at: 10, Loop: BSHW
It was my first time staying at this csamp site, all I have to say is I can not wait go back bathrooms and showers were super clean every day we were there, other people camping around us were really nice and super friendly, we were a big family of 6, set up our gazebo and our movie projector, no issues at all, the camper full hook was a plus, very nice place to stay, also don't worry about cellphone coverage it's pretty good.
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September 21, 2026 Stayed at: 29, Loop: BSHM
Many of the campsites are very uneven creating situations that could cause damage to campers and/or tow vehicles when entering or exiting the site. Site 29 in particular is almost unusual for some set ups and a warning advisory should be made before individuals are allowed to reserve this site.
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September 20, 2026 Stayed at: 58, Loop: BSHM
Large camp sites but really need 50 amp service
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September 18, 2026 Stayed at: 51, Loop: BSHM
Always clean and well kept.
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September 18, 2026 Stayed at: 44, Loop: BSHM
The campsite was very nice but the map is deceiving. From the view on the map it looks like the campsite is right on the lake but it’s actually on the other side of a huge dam so there is no view of the lake whatsoever.
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September 16, 2026 Stayed at: 12, Loop: BSHE
The camp host Bob never stopped harassing us. My wife woke up in the morning to take out our pups and the guy was standing right behind our camper first thing the morning. They drive though our camp site saying they we cleaning out our camp fire just a horrible experience we packed up and left early we felt so uncomfortable. The guy would drive by every 45 min to hour checking out what everyone was doing if felt like a prison camp not a comfortable camp ground. Ruined our vacation
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September 15, 2026 Stayed at: 32, Loop: BSHM
Clean and quiet and the staff was very helpful!! Especially--I think his name was Ron...
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September 14, 2026 Stayed at: 64, Loop: BSHM
This was the worst camping experience I’ve ever had. Several people at the park were extremely rude, including the volunteers. A volunteer ripped out our water hose, which burned out our camper’s water pump and left our unit without running water. They also moved our satellite dish without permission.
Because of the damage they caused, nothing in our camper was working, and we were forced to leave early. The lack of professionalism and care was unacceptable. I will never return to this park, and this situation needs to be escalated and addressed immediately.
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September 14, 2026 Stayed at: 37, Loop: BSHM
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Saylorville Lake Administration Office, Johnston, IA 50131-1941 United States
Elevation: 247 ft
From I-35, take exit 90 to Ankeny/Oralabor Road and go west for 4.8 mi. The road turns into Highway 415. Turn left onto 37th Street, then turn right onto Horseshoe Road. Turn right and drive across the Saylorville Lake Dam to the campground.
The campground is accessible from I-35 via exit 90, approximately 4.8 miles to the west on Highway 415.
Check in time
2PM
Check out time
12PM
Last updated: October 23, 2026
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Population: 24,384
Nearby city: Ankeny, IA
Approx. 5 mi away (straight-line distance)
Elevation: 833 ft
Johnston, IA
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