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2026 Season availability
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Pet friendly
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- Dump station on site
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- Potable Water
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- Pet friendly
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Reviews (704)
What Guests Are Saying
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.
What Guests Are Saying
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.
Review Summary
Robin R
VerifiedJuly 28, 2025 • Stayed at: 058, Loop: CHERRY GLEN
Very nice place for young kids
Judith S
VerifiedJuly 24, 2025 • Stayed at: 072, Loop: CHERRY GLEN
Quiet campground with beautiful views of Saylorville Lake!
John D
VerifiedJuly 23, 2025 • Stayed at: 125, Loop: CHERRY GLEN
Very nice, great hosts !
steven j
VerifiedJuly 21, 2025 • Stayed at: 070, Loop: CHERRY GLEN
Excellent campgrounds very well kept and clean. The only problem is a few individuals have locked up all the weekends so it gets to the point where there's only a few week days that are open through out the summer. It would be nice to be able to have a full week without having to book it back in January. Very unfair for travelers that comes through and want to spend a full week in your beautiful campgrounds. But we all no you're in it for the money and we are the ones that have to suffer for it. Other than the politics you have a beautiful Campground. Have a great day!!
Tom V
VerifiedJuly 20, 2025 • Stayed at: 052, Loop: CHERRY GLEN
Campsite was clean and well maintained. Camp hosts were very friendly and made the rounds of campground every day.
Nearby is a beach that you can swim or launch a boat. The Des Moines bike trail connects at the campground entrance.
Restrooms and showers were kept clean.
Brenda L
VerifiedJuly 17, 2025 • Stayed at: 126, Loop: CHERRY GLEN
Very quiet calm and clean campground. Raccoons did show up.and open a container and I had to scold them off. They are common in the area. I kept bear spray handy, just in case. Do not.leave any for.or non food containers out for them to explore. They weren't aggressive though and left as soon. As I shooed them. I was in a tent and they did not bother me there.
Nice view of the lake and pretty wildflowers and thank you Jesus, quite a few American flags flying from older vets and others. People were friendly.
Scott W
VerifiedJuly 15, 2025 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: CHERRY GLEN
Wish site #4 didn’t have such a slope but overall it worked out
Glenn C
VerifiedJuly 13, 2025 • Stayed at: 037, Loop: CHERRY GLEN
campsites, restrooms, and roads are clean and well maintained. Views are great.
Barbara T
VerifiedJuly 12, 2025 • Stayed at: 032, Loop: CHERRY GLEN
Great space with lots of shade !
Ron B
VerifiedJuly 7, 2025 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: CHERRY GLEN
Very nice campground! Bathrooms are very well maintained. Nice big spots, close to town and very nice dump stations
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.
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
- Click here for more information
- Click here for a virtual tour of the Saylorville Lake area.
- 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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