Cherry Glen Campground

Saylorville Lake Administration Office, Johnston, Iowa, United States
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About Cherry Glen Campground

Cherry Glen Campground is located on the 26,000-acre Saylorville Lake Project, which stretches more than 50 mi up the Des Moines River Valley. The lake provides a wide variety of recreational activities, including boating, swimming, fishing, hiking and hunting.

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Activities & Attractions

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Boating

Boating

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Fishing

Fishing

Year-round
Hiking

Hiking

Year-round
Hunting

Hunting

Year-round
Swimming

Swimming

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Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

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Campground Amenities

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RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
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Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Reviews

704 reviews

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Cherry Glen Campground is highly praised for its cleanliness, well-maintained facilities, and friendly staff, making it a pleasant place to camp. Guests appreciate the quiet, spacious sites and convenient access to bike trails and nearby attractions. Some minor concerns include limited privacy between sites and occasional noise from other campers, but overall, visitors look forward to returning.

Based on guest feedback

4.6

Overall rating

Based on 704 reviews

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3 stars 5.5% (39)
2 stars 2.6% (18)
1 star 1.3% (9)

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Walter J

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September 14, 2026 Stayed at: 030, Loop: CHERRY GLEN

Great experience as always with Saylorville Lake and Cherry Glen in particular.

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Walter J

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September 13, 2026 Stayed at: 013, Loop: CHERRY GLEN

Great experience as always. Cherry Glen has been a favorite spot for us for many years and it never disappoints. We've largely moved away from Iowa after having lived very near Cherry Glen (and Saylotville Lake) for decades. It's nice to come back for a visit and see Cherry Glen as it was and even better since it was renovated a few years ago. It's a great place to stay both facility-wise and location wise with many direct views of the lake.

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Ann S

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September 13, 2026 Stayed at: 025, Loop: CHERRY GLEN

Nice, woodsy area. Great location for biking. Excellent dump station.

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Linda H

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September 11, 2026 Stayed at: 016, Loop: CHERRY GLEN

This was our first experience camping at Cherry Glen, and we were very pleased with our campsite, and the appearance of the whole campground. Everything was as described. We were especially pleased that we were able to get an ADA-rated campsite that was very level, and close to the showers and restrooms. We hope to camp here again in the future. We loved the fact that each campsite was spacious and well manicured, with lots of shade available.

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Marcus K

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September 8, 2026 Stayed at: 105, Loop: CHERRY GLEN

Facilities were nice, but our campsite was not useable for tent campers like us. We had to set up our tent on one of our neighbor's site. This was not at all clear when making the reservation.

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Luz M

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September 7, 2026 Stayed at: 060, Loop: CHERRY GLEN

We’ve enjoyed our experience at Cherry Glen Campground both times that we’ve been there. The campground offers a great view, clean and well kept areas and easy access to bike trails.

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Steve K

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September 6, 2026 Stayed at: 119, Loop: CHERRY GLEN

Nice quite place an very clean

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Holly H

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September 5, 2026 Stayed at: 065, Loop: CHERRY GLEN

The website was confusing I thought I had 3 night and only had 2.

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Location & Directions for Cherry Glen Campground

Saylorville Lake Administration Office, Johnston, IA 50131 United States

Elevation: 285 ft

Getting There

From I-35, take exit 90 to Ankeny Industrial Parkway. Continue onto Highway 160 west for 4.8 mi. The road turns into Highway 415. Continue for another 4 mi and follow signs into the campground.

Nearest town

Johnston, IA - 6.8 mi

About 12 min to downtown

Highway access

Cherry Glen Campground is accessible from I-35 via exit 90. It is located approximately 4.8 miles from the exit on Highway 160, which turns into Highway 415.

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

Check in time

2PM

Check out time

12PM

General

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  • Camping: Allowed only at designated campsites. Reservations must be made in advance before setting up camping equipment.Campsite Registration: Campsites may only be registered to individuals 18 years or older, who must occupy the site for the full duration. Each campsite accommodates 1 family unit (up to 8 people) and allows either 3 tents OR 1 RV and 2 tents.Vacating & Registration: Campsites must be vacated or registration renewed by 12:00 p.m. on the due date. Camping is limited to 14 days within any 30-day period.Parking: Reserving campsites by parking vehicles or leaving items is prohibited. All vehicles (including boats/trailers) must be parked at your campsite or in designated areas. No parking on grass, roadsides, or vacant sites. Please ensure your visitors follow parking rules.Vehicle Operation: All vehicles (including mopeds and bicycles) must comply with Federal, State, and local laws. Stay on designated roads and use vehicles only for entering or exiting sites. UTVs, ATVs, and golf carts are not allowed in campgrounds or parks.Quiet Hours: From 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. Campgrounds are restricted to registered campers during these hours. Visitors must leave by 10:00 p.m. Gates remain open 24/7.Trash Disposal: Use designated dumpsters only. Do not leave trash in fire rings, grills, or shower building cans. Remove all personal items and litter before departure. Recycling containers are available. Dumpsters are for trash generated on USACE property only.Grey Water Disposal: Grey water (from dishes, baths, soap, grease, etc.) must be collected and disposed of properly. Do not drain it on campsites or use it to water vegetation. Improper disposal creates odors, health issues, and attracts animals.Pets: Must be confined or leashed (6 feet or shorter) at all times. E-collars are not sufficient. Pets may not be left unattended and are not allowed in bathrooms or shower buildings. Pick up and dispose of waste properly.Firewood: Not available for purchase on-site. You may gather only fallen deadwood. Do not cut or damage trees, vegetation, or natural features. Firewood may be brought from home or purchased from off-site vendors.Pools & Water Games: Pools of any size or slip-n-slides and sprinklers are prohibited. Water tables are allowed.Prohibited Items: Fireworks, explosives, loaded firearms, ammunition, bows, and other projectile devices are not allowed.Smoking: Not allowed inside restrooms or shower buildings.Grills & Picnic Tables: Do not place grills or hot materials on picnic tables—use attached grill guards. Site holders are responsible for any damage or replacements.Yard Games: Games such as water balloons or egg toss are prohibited due to litter. Balloon pieces are non-biodegradable and harmful to pets and wildlife.Pet Leashes & Hammocks: Do not tie leashes, ropes, or chains to trees or shrubs. Hammocks may be used only on trees 6 inches or more in diameter to avoid damage.Alcoholic Beverages: Permitted for those 21 and older at all campgrounds.Hangtags: Registered campers may receive hangtags for access to beach and boat ramp day-use areas. Hangtags must be properly displayed.Golden Age/Access Passports: These and America the Beautiful Senior/Access Passes provide a 50% discount on recreation fees. The cardholder must present the card and ID during registration and be present for the stay. Fraudulent use is prohibited.Washing Equipment: Washing of RVs, trailers, vehicles, or equipment is not allowed at campgrounds or day-use areas. Use local wash facilities instead.Deliveries: Personal package deliveries (Amazon, FedEx, UPS, etc.) should be sent to your home, business, or a local postal facility. Saylorville Lake campgrounds, the Administration Building, and Visitor Center do not accept or hold deliveries.Equipment & Vehicle Storage: Reserving extra campsites solely to store equipment or vehicles is not allowed. Use designated overflow or additional parking during your stay.Water Spigots: Water spigots are for temporary use only to fill freshwater tanks. Do not use continuous hoses, Y-splitters, or attachments. Continuous hookups are only allowed at campsites with water service.

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