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About Island View (Rathbun Lake)
Number of accommodations: 186
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Reviews (363)
What Guests Are Saying
Island View at Rathbun Lake offers a relaxing camping experience with spacious, shaded sites, clean facilities, and friendly staff. Many visitors appreciate the beautiful views and convenient amenities, such as nearby restrooms and playgrounds for children. However, some campers reported issues with bugs and noise from nearby group sites, which affected their enjoyment of the outdoors.
What Guests Are Saying
Island View at Rathbun Lake offers a relaxing camping experience with spacious, shaded sites, clean facilities, and friendly staff. Many visitors appreciate the beautiful views and convenient amenities, such as nearby restrooms and playgrounds for children. However, some campers reported issues with bugs and noise from nearby group sites, which affected their enjoyment of the outdoors.
Review Summary
Carla T
VerifiedAugust 23, 2026 • Stayed at: M19, Loop: ICIR
Very relaxing.
Thelma S
VerifiedAugust 20, 2026 • Stayed at: H20, Loop: ICIR
Lots of awesome shade
Thelma S
VerifiedAugust 19, 2026 • Stayed at: H23, Loop: ICIR
The campsite had lots of shade on sunny days. The site didn’t have much rock , when it rained we were sitting in mud.
Terry A
VerifiedAugust 18, 2026 • Stayed at: M40, Loop: ICIR
Nice time a little rainy
Rosie K
August 17, 2026
We had a great experience at Island Lake View Shelter #5. We use this annually around the same time each year, utilizing the waterfront as well. Each year is a great time & accommodations work out well for us. Public bathroom right by the shelter which is really convenient if you plan to use the shelter for an extended amount of time. Reservation process was simple & easy. Looking forward to making a reservation for the shelter in the future!
Ireland M
VerifiedAugust 16, 2026 • Stayed at: M02, Loop: ICIR
Absolutely one of the best campgrounds we have visited. Very friendly volunteers, clean facilities, and large campsites.
Betsy C
VerifiedAugust 14, 2026 • Stayed at: Y13, Loop: ICIR
Large sites with incredible views! Quiet campground. Will definitely be back.
Brian V
VerifiedAugust 10, 2026 • Stayed at: M31, Loop: ICIR
We love this campground and the large spots. Plenty of space for camper and boats at your site.
Barb S
VerifiedAugust 8, 2026 • Stayed at: B14, Loop: ICIR
Camp hosts are really nice and willing to answer any questions we have, the shower house was clean. The camp site was nice and shady and a good size
Dickie A
VerifiedAugust 4, 2026 • Stayed at: M16, Loop: ICIR
We had a great time! The restrooms are always clean and the camping spots are not on top of each other.
Location Island View (Rathbun Lake)
Address:
19409 Island View Place
Mystic Iowa, IA, 52544-8303
United States
The campground is accessible via Iowa State Highway 2, which is approximately 5 miles to the north. US Highway 63 is also nearby, providing access to larger road networks.
Elevation: 285 feet
6.1 mi drive to downtown Mystic Iowa (about 10 min)
Policies & Rules
General
- 14 Day Policy on Rathbun Lake: Campers are only allowed to camp at the same camping loop a maximum of 14 nights within a 30 night period. After the 14th night, they will be required to move (physically move the camping unit) to a different camping loop, which can be in the same campground.
- Swimming beach is approximately 1 mile from the campground
- Please register/ pay for campsite prior to set up. Park Attendant will check you in on your campsite during their morning or evening rounds.
- If late, you must contact this park within 24 hours after your original check-in time or you will be considered a 'no show' resulting in the cancelation of your reservation.
- For more information, visit the Rathbun Lake website http://www.nwk.usace.army.mil/Locations/District-Lakes/Rathbun-Lake/
- Purchase firewood from a local source.
- If you must bring your own firewood, don't leave any firewood behind at your campsite.
- Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.
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Last updated: September 4, 2026