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About Prairie Flower Recreation Area
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
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Playground
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- Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
On Site Services
- Playground
Water Access
- Beach Access
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Reviews (809)
What Guests Are Saying
Prairie Flower Recreation Area is praised for its beautiful scenery, spacious and clean campsites, and well-maintained facilities, including restrooms and showers. Reviewers highlight the friendly staff, excellent biking trails, and proximity to nearby amenities, making it an ideal spot for families and gatherings. Some minor concerns include uneven parking spots for RVs and occasional maintenance needs, but overall, visitors express a strong desire to return.
What Guests Are Saying
Prairie Flower Recreation Area is praised for its beautiful scenery, spacious and clean campsites, and well-maintained facilities, including restrooms and showers. Reviewers highlight the friendly staff, excellent biking trails, and proximity to nearby amenities, making it an ideal spot for families and gatherings. Some minor concerns include uneven parking spots for RVs and occasional maintenance needs, but overall, visitors express a strong desire to return.
Review Summary
Christopher B
VerifiedJuly 26, 2026 • Stayed at: C76, Loop: CONE
Very well keep campgrounds was enjoyable even though the temperatures were over 90 degrees mostly during our stay would get a decent breeze from the lake
Lisa M
VerifiedJuly 26, 2026 • Stayed at: A28, Loop: ASTE
The site was level, bathrooms are clean.
Jeffrey T
VerifiedJuly 26, 2026 • Stayed at: C71, Loop: CONE
Great COE campground. Very hot while we were there but had plenty of fans to keep cool. Plan to go back in the fall when it’s cooler and we can ride the wonderful bike paths.
Nadine S
VerifiedJuly 25, 2026 • Stayed at: C84, Loop: CONE
Nice lots, nice scenery, nice trails. The only thing I would have changed during this stay would have been the steamy temperatures! 🤪
Robert F
VerifiedJuly 24, 2026 • Stayed at: C101, Loop: CONE
The hosts were very friendly.
Becky E
VerifiedJuly 23, 2026 • Stayed at: D138, Loop: DOGB
I appreciated the shade by our site and the ease of the concrete pad for the camper in the d loop. Pizza, ice cream and Fareway are all close by in Polk city.
Robert B
VerifiedJuly 21, 2026 • Stayed at: C86, Loop: CONE
It was a good spot to camp at. So hot to do anything.
Orin S
VerifiedJuly 20, 2026 • Stayed at: D119, Loop: DOGB
We have stayed multiple times. We normally do cement pads but there are also gravel. Mostly level and many shaded. Bath houses are decent but need a little upkeep. Most have the clothes hooks broken so not really anywhere to hang stuff.
Kennedy R
VerifiedJuly 20, 2026 • Stayed at: A20, Loop: ASTE
The only gripe I have about our stay is about a tree. When I initially booked the campsite, the photo advertising the spot had a big, beautiful tree that we were excited about knowing it would be a hot weekend and having shade was important. Imagine our surprise when we arrive to the site and there is no tree. It really isn't that big of a deal at the end of the day, but there was no shade for our tent. It was rather disappointing.
Debra G
VerifiedJuly 19, 2026 • Stayed at: C81, Loop: CONE
Spacious campsites and great view of lake. Bathrooms were clean. Always look forward to our week here.
Location & Directions for Prairie Flower Recreation Area
Saylorville Lake Administration Office, 5600 Nw 78 Th Avenue, Johnston, IA 50131-1941 United States
Elevation: 286 ft
Getting There
From I-35, take exit 90 to Ankeny/Oralabor Road and go west for 4.8 mi. The road turns into Highway 415, continue and follow signs to the campground.
Highway access
Prairie Flower Recreation Area is accessible via Iowa State Highway 415, which is approximately 5 miles to the east. Interstate 80 is about 20 miles to the north.
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.
- 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.
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Last updated: October 18, 2026
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