Stay in an RV, Tent, or Cabin near Ottumwa, Iowa, United States

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Top Campgrounds near Ottumwa

42 campgrounds 1,341 available sites
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Buck Creek (Rathbun Lake)

Centerville, IA · 26.2 mi from Ottumwa

4.2 (79 reviews)

Buck Creek Campground is situated on Rathbun Lake, 9 mi northwest of Centerville, Iowa. It offers a scenic setting for activities like camping, boating, swimming, fishing, and picnicking. The campground provides a great spot for outdoor recreation...

  • RV sites: 42
  • Tent sites: 42
  • Potable Water
  • Lake Access
  • Showers
  • Marina
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Prairie Ridge (Rathbun Lake)

Centerville, IA · 26.7 mi from Ottumwa

4.0 (203 reviews)

Prairie Ridge Park is located 6 mi, SW of the Jct of Iowa Highway 5 and J18 at Moravia. Awesome Sunsets- No Extra Charge! Rathbun's off-the-beaten path park offers unique opportunities for lover's of the outdoors. Nestled between Buck Creek and Ho...

  • RV sites: 54
  • Tent sites: 54
  • Potable Water
  • Lake Access
  • Dump station on site
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Island View (Rathbun Lake)

Mystic Iowa, IA · 29.4 mi from Ottumwa

4.2 (380 reviews)

Island View Park is situated on Rathbun Lake, approximately nine miles northwest of Centerville, Iowa, and eight miles southwest of Moravia. The park offers scenic views and recreational opportunities. Its location makes it easily accessible for v...

  • RV sites: 186
  • Tent sites: 186
  • Picnic Table
  • Restrooms
  • Lake Access
  • Showers
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Bridgeview (Rathbun Lake)

Centerville, IA · 33.5 mi from Ottumwa

4.2 (160 reviews)

Bridgeview Park is located on beautiful Rathbun Lake, just 13 mi northwest of Centerville, Iowa. Camping, boating, swimming, fishing and picnicking are popular activities at this waterfront recreation area.

  • RV sites: 95
  • Tent sites: 95
  • Potable Water
  • Lake Access
  • Showers
  • Dump station on site
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Howell Station

Pella, IA · 37.7 mi from Ottumwa

4.6 (2037 reviews)

Howell Station Campground is situated near the Red Rock Dam and Lake, Iowa's largest lake, just 10 minutes from Pella and 15 minutes from Knoxville. It offers activities like boating, fishing, hiking, biking, and wildlife viewing. For more details...

  • RV sites: 135
  • Tent sites: 135
  • Showers
  • Dump station on site
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North Overlook Picnic Shelter (IA)

Knoxville, IA · 38.2 mi from Ottumwa

4.4 (7 reviews)

North Overlook Picnic Shelter is situated near North Overlook Campground at Lake Red Rock, Iowa's largest lake, and is conveniently located 10 minutes from Pella and 15 minutes from Knoxville. Visitors can engage in activities such as boating, fis...

  • Potable Water
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North Overlook Camp

Pella, IA · 38.2 mi from Ottumwa

4.5 (186 reviews)

North Overlook Campground is situated on Lake Red Rock, Iowa's largest lake, and is conveniently located near Pella and Knoxville. Visitors can engage in activities like boating, fishing, hiking, biking, and wildlife viewing. For further details, ...

  • RV sites: 43
  • Tent sites: 49
  • Potable Water
  • Lake Access
  • Showers
  • Dump station on site
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South Overlook (IA)

Knoxville, IA · 38.4 mi from Ottumwa

5.0 (5 reviews)

South Overlook is situated on Lake Red Rock, Iowa's largest lake, and is conveniently located 10 mi from Pella and 15 mi from Knoxville. Visitors can engage in activities such as boating, fishing, hiking, biking, and wildlife viewing. For more det...

  • Lake Access
  • Boat Ramp / Launch
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Whitebreast Camp

Knoxville, IA · 39.8 mi from Ottumwa

4.6 (282 reviews)

Whitebreast Camp is situated on Lake Red Rock, Iowa's largest lake, and is conveniently located near Pella and Knoxville. Visitors can engage in activities like boating, fishing, hiking, biking, and wildlife observation. For more details about the...

  • RV sites: 106
  • Tent sites: 106
  • Showers
  • Dump station on site
  • Playground
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Wallashuck

Pella, IA · 40.1 mi from Ottumwa

4.6 (709 reviews)

Wallashuck Campground is situated on Lake Red Rock, Iowa's largest lake, and is conveniently 10 minutes from Pella and 15 minutes from Knoxville. The campground offers activities like boating, fishing, hiking, biking, and wildlife viewing. For mor...

  • RV sites: 79
  • Tent sites: 79
  • Showers
  • Dump station on site
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Miner's Retreat Enclosed Shelter (IA)

Knoxville, IA · 40.6 mi from Ottumwa

4.3 (6 reviews)

Miner's Retreat Enclosed Shelter is situated on Lake Red Rock, Iowa's largest lake, and is conveniently located near Pella and Knoxville. Visitors can partake in various outdoor activities such as boating, fishing, hiking, biking, and wildlife vie...

  • Parking
  • Lake Access
  • Boat Ramp / Launch
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Whitebreast Point Shelter (IA)

Knoxville, IA · 41.6 mi from Ottumwa

Whitebreast Point Shelter is a day use facility at Whitebreast Campground on Lake Red Rock, Iowa's largest lake. It is conveniently located near Pella and Knoxville, offering activities like boating, fishing, hiking, and wildlife viewing. For addi...

  • Lake Access
  • Boat Ramp / Launch
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Fifield (IA)

Pella, IA · 42.3 mi from Ottumwa

3.5 (2 reviews)

Fifield is situated on Lake Red Rock, Iowa's largest lake, and is 10 mi from Pella and 15 mi from Knoxville. Pella is noted for its Dutch heritage, while Knoxville is recognized as the Sprint car capital. Additional information about the Army Corp...

  • Picnic Table
  • Parking
  • Grill
  • Lake Access

Explore Ottumwa, IA

Population: 25,430

Nearby city: Iowa City, IA

Approx. 64 mi away (straight-line distance)

Elevation: 663 ft

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Explore Ottumwa, IA

Population: 25,430

Nearby city: Iowa City, IA

Approx. 64 mi away (straight-line distance)

Elevation: 663 ft

About Ottumwa, Iowa

Near Ottumwa, Iowa, you’ll find a practical mix of outdoor stays: campgrounds, RV parks, and tent sites, plus a few cabins for simple comfort. With 30 options nearby, it’s easy to match your trip style, whether you’re road-tripping in an RV, pitching a tent for a quiet weekend, or looking for a basic cabin stay. Most camping sits close to the city, making Ottumwa a convenient base for exploring the area and pairing time outside with in-town essentials.

Rates are budget friendly, with nightly prices typically starting around $10, averaging about $24, and topping out near $45. Availability skews seasonal: many campgrounds and RV parks operate spring through fall, and winter choices are limited. Tent and RV sites are the mainstay here, and glamping options are scarce, so plan accordingly and check site details for pad types, length limits, and amenities before you go.

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