Top Campgrounds near Patterson
Madison County Fairgrounds
From $20/night
Sunny Acres Campground
From $35/night
Timberline Campground
Timberline RV Campground
Crows Nest RV Resort
Des Moines West KOA Holiday
Dallas County Fairgrounds Campground
Lakeside Hotel Casino
Cutty's Des Moines Camping Club
Cottonwood Recreation Area
Cottonwood Recreation Area is a day-use facility situated below Saylorville Dam, part of the 26,000-acre Saylorville Lake Project. It offers diverse recreational activities such as boating, swimming, fishing, hiking, and hunting. The area spans ov...
Bob Shetler Picnic Area
Bob Shetler Picnic Area is a day-use facility situated below Saylorville Dam, favored by shoreline fishermen. The surrounding Saylorville Lake Project spans 26,000 acres along the Des Moines River Valley. It offers diverse recreational activities ...
Bob Shetler Recreation Area
Bob Shetler Recreation Area is situated in the tailwater region beneath Saylorville Lake, which spans over 50 miles along the Des Moines River Valley. The area offers diverse recreational activities such as boating, swimming, fishing, hiking, and ...
Walnut Ridge Recreation Area
Walnut Ridge Recreation Area is a day-use facility within the 26,000-acre Saylorville Lake Project along the Des Moines River Valley. It offers diverse recreational activities such as boating, swimming, fishing, hiking, and hunting. The area spans...
River Oaks RV Park
Singing Mesa Ranch
Acorn Valley
Acorn Valley Campground is situated within the 26,000-acre Saylorville Lake Project along the Des Moines River Valley. The area offers diverse recreational activities such as camping, bicycling, boating, swimming, fishing, hiking, and hunting.
Cherry Glen Campground
Cherry Glen Campground is situated on the expansive Saylorville Lake Project, covering 26,000 acres along the Des Moines River Valley. It offers diverse recreational activities such as boating, swimming, fishing, hiking, and hunting.
Cherry Glen Picnic
Cherry Glen Picnic Area is a day-use facility within the 26,000-acre Saylorville Lake Project along the Des Moines River Valley. It offers various recreational activities such as boating, swimming, fishing, hiking, and hunting. The area spans over...
Oak Grove Picnic Area
Oak Grove Picnic Area is a day-use facility at Saylorville Lake, spanning 26,000 acres along the Des Moines River Valley. It offers various recreational activities such as boating, swimming, fishing, hiking, and hunting. The area is designed for o...
Adventureland Campground
Madison County Fairgrounds
From $20/night
Sunny Acres Campground
From $35/night
Timberline Campground
Timberline RV Campground
Crows Nest RV Resort
Des Moines West KOA Holiday
Dallas County Fairgrounds Campground
Lakeside Hotel Casino
Cutty's Des Moines Camping Club
Cottonwood Recreation Area
Cottonwood Recreation Area is a day-use facility situated below Saylorville Dam, part of the 26,000-acre Saylorville Lake Project. It offers diverse recreational activities such as boating, swimming, fishing, hiking, and hunting. The area spans ov...
Bob Shetler Picnic Area
Bob Shetler Picnic Area is a day-use facility situated below Saylorville Dam, favored by shoreline fishermen. The surrounding Saylorville Lake Project spans 26,000 acres along the Des Moines River Valley. It offers diverse recreational activities ...
Bob Shetler Recreation Area
Bob Shetler Recreation Area is situated in the tailwater region beneath Saylorville Lake, which spans over 50 miles along the Des Moines River Valley. The area offers diverse recreational activities such as boating, swimming, fishing, hiking, and ...
Walnut Ridge Recreation Area
Walnut Ridge Recreation Area is a day-use facility within the 26,000-acre Saylorville Lake Project along the Des Moines River Valley. It offers diverse recreational activities such as boating, swimming, fishing, hiking, and hunting. The area spans...
River Oaks RV Park
Singing Mesa Ranch
Acorn Valley
Acorn Valley Campground is situated within the 26,000-acre Saylorville Lake Project along the Des Moines River Valley. The area offers diverse recreational activities such as camping, bicycling, boating, swimming, fishing, hiking, and hunting.
Cherry Glen Campground
Cherry Glen Campground is situated on the expansive Saylorville Lake Project, covering 26,000 acres along the Des Moines River Valley. It offers diverse recreational activities such as boating, swimming, fishing, hiking, and hunting.
Cherry Glen Picnic
Cherry Glen Picnic Area is a day-use facility within the 26,000-acre Saylorville Lake Project along the Des Moines River Valley. It offers various recreational activities such as boating, swimming, fishing, hiking, and hunting. The area spans over...
Oak Grove Picnic Area
Oak Grove Picnic Area is a day-use facility at Saylorville Lake, spanning 26,000 acres along the Des Moines River Valley. It offers various recreational activities such as boating, swimming, fishing, hiking, and hunting. The area is designed for o...
Adventureland Campground
Patterson, Iowa
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Patterson has 41 campgrounds and RV parks listed on OutReserve, ranging from full-hookup RV sites to rustic tent camping. Based on guest ratings, Timberline Campground is one of the top-rated options. Use our map view to find the closest options to the city center or your preferred area.
Campgrounds near Patterson vary in distance from the city center. Use our map view to filter by location and find the most convenient option for your trip.
Most destinations offer a variety of accommodations including tent sites, RV sites, cabins, yurts, and glamping options. Check individual property listings for specific amenities and site types.
The best time to visit depends on your preferences and planned activities. Spring and fall typically offer mild weather and fewer crowds, while summer is peak season with the warmest temperatures. Winter visits can be great for those seeking solitude and winter activities.
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