Campgrounds in Saylorville Lake
4 campgrounds with 529 campsites. All of them have electric sites.
The Saylorville Lake Project is 26,000 acres, which stretches for over 50 miles up the Des Moines River Valley. A wide variety of recreational activities are available including fishing, picnic areas with group shelters, boat launches, an accessible fishing pier, river fishing, hunting, and a 24-mile paved, multipurpose trail used for biking, hiking, jogging, walking, and in-line skating.
Description: Recreation.gov.
Campgrounds in Saylorville Lake
| Campground | Nearest town | Sites | Electric | Max RV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acorn Valley Campground | Johnston | 85 | 29 | 82 ft |
| Bob Shetler Recreation Area | Johnston | 67 | 67 | 62 ft |
| Cherry Glen Campground | Johnston | 125 | 125 | 53 ft |
| Prairie Flower Recreation Area | Johnston | 252 | 252 | 85 ft |
What to bring to Saylorville Lake
Portable power stations
Silent battery power for lights, phones, fans, CPAP machines and 12V fridges.
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Recharge a power station during the day, so it lasts the whole trip.
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More power for RVs and air conditioning. Check the campground's generator hours.
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Frequently asked questions
How many campgrounds are in Saylorville Lake?
4 campgrounds with 529 campsites between them.
Do campgrounds in Saylorville Lake have electric hookups?
4 of the 4 have at least some electric sites. The rest are dry camping, so bring your own power.