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

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Top Campgrounds near Runnells

40 campgrounds 1,235 available sites
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Prairie Flower Recreation Area

Johnston, IA · 23.6 mi from Runnells

4.6 (809 reviews)

Prairie Flower Recreation Area is part of 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.

  • RV sites: 153
  • Tent sites: 153
  • Potable Water
  • Beach Access
  • Dump station on site
  • Playground
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Walnut Ridge Recreation Area

Johnston, IA · 24.1 mi from Runnells

4.6 (11 reviews)

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...

  • Disc Golf
  • Picnic Table
  • Restrooms
  • Grill
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Acorn Valley

Johnston, IA · 24.6 mi from Runnells

4.5 (316 reviews)

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.

  • RV sites: 27
  • Tent sites: 83
  • Showers
  • Playground
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Sandpiper Recreation Area

Johnston, IA · 24.7 mi from Runnells

4.5 (14 reviews)

Sandpiper 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 ov...

  • Picnic Table
  • Parking
  • Restrooms
  • Lake Access
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Singing Mesa Ranch

Lucas, IA · 29.9 mi from Runnells

  • RV sites: 51
  • Tent sites: 11
Closed for Season

Bridgeview (Rathbun Lake)

Centerville, IA · 47 mi from Runnells

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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Prairie Ridge (Rathbun Lake)

Centerville, IA · 50.2 mi from Runnells

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
Closed for Season

Buck Creek (Rathbun Lake)

Centerville, IA · 51.5 mi from Runnells

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
Closed for Season

Island View (Rathbun Lake)

Mystic Iowa, IA · 52.2 mi from Runnells

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

Ted's RV Park

Decatur, IA · 58.8 mi from Runnells

5.0 (5 reviews)

  • Wi Fi
  • Restrooms
  • Restaurant
  • Showers

Explore Runnells, IA

Population: 440

Nearby city: Des Moines, IA

Approx. 15 mi away (straight-line distance)

Elevation: 807 ft

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Explore Runnells, IA

Population: 440

Nearby city: Des Moines, IA

Approx. 15 mi away (straight-line distance)

Elevation: 807 ft

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