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Campgrounds in Rathbun Lake

4 campgrounds with 388 campsites. All of them have electric sites.

4campgrounds
388campsites
4with electric sites
145 ftlongest RV allowed

Over 700 campsites are available at this 11,000-acre lake in the rolling hills of southern Iowa. Excellent camping, fishing, hunting, boating, state fish hatchery, and Honey Creek Resort, are major attractions.

Description: Recreation.gov.

Campgrounds in Rathbun Lake

CampgroundNearest townSitesElectricMax RV
Bridgeview (Rathbun Lake) CampgroundCenterville1039458 ft
Buck Creek (Rathbun Lake) CampgroundCenterville4242–
Island View (Rathbun Lake) CampgroundMystic Iowa188188145 ft
Prairie Ridge (Rathbun Lake) CampgroundCenterville555475 ft

What to bring to Rathbun Lake

RV surge protectors

Protects your RV from bad campground power pedestals.

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RV leveling blocks

Most campground pads aren't level.

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RV water pressure regulators

Protects plumbing at sites with water hookups.

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Portable power stations

Silent battery power for lights, phones, fans, CPAP machines and 12V fridges.

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Foldable solar panels

Recharge a power station during the day, so it lasts the whole trip.

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Quiet inverter generators

More power for RVs and air conditioning. Check the campground's generator hours.

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Inflatable kayaks

Fits in the trunk and gets you out on the water.

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Inflatable paddle boards

Easy to pack for lake and river campgrounds.

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Frequently asked questions

How many campgrounds are in Rathbun Lake?

4 campgrounds with 388 campsites between them.

Do campgrounds in Rathbun Lake have electric hookups?

4 of the 4 have at least some electric sites. The rest are dry camping, so bring your own power.