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792 reviews
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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August 30, 2026 Stayed at: 16, Loop: BSHE
In lot 16 we really liked setting up on a cement pad. Saved lots of time setting up. The wet grounds were not a problem. The distance to the shower house and ‘nice’ restrooms could be improved.
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September 7, 2026 Stayed at: 12, Loop: BSHE
I always try to stay at Bob Shetler Campground on my way to and from traveling. It is one of my favorite places for a one night stop. The place is always clean and quiet with beautiful scenery and plenty of walking options.
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September 7, 2026 Stayed at: 39, Loop: BSHM
This is a hidden gem. We planned to stay one night and loved it so we booked 2 more nights. Spacious sites and a wonderful price. If we pass through again we will definitely stay there.
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September 11, 2026 Stayed at: 34, Loop: BSHM
Great location. Quiet campground.
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September 12, 2026 Stayed at: 44, Loop: BSHM
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September 13, 2026 Stayed at: 15, Loop: BSHE
Everything was perfect,a bit to hot and rainey but you can judge mother nature
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September 14, 2026 Stayed at: 37, Loop: BSHM
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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 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 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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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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