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Prairie Flower Recreation Area

252 sites252 electricPets OKRVs to 85 ftWaterside

Prairie Flower Recreation Area is a 252-site campground in Saylorville Lake near Johnston, Iowa. All 252 sites have electric hookups.

Location
Johnston, IA · Map and directions
Campsites
252 (10 group)
Electric
All 252 sites have electric hookups
Water / sewer
2 sites with water hookups, 1 with sewer
Max RV length
85 ft
Pets
Allowed at most sites (leash required)
Campfires
Allowed in fire rings, subject to fire restrictions
Reservations
Recreation.gov
Phone
(515) 984-6925

About Prairie Flower Recreation Area

Prairie Flower Recreation Area is located on the 26,000-acre Saylorville Lake Project, which stretches more than 50 miles up the Des Moines River Valley. The lake provides a wide variety of recreational activities, including boating, swimming, fishing, hiking and hunting.

Description: Recreation.gov. Conditions change, so check the official page before you go.

What to bring to Prairie Flower Recreation Area

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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Other campgrounds nearby

Cherry Glen Campground

1 mi away

125 sites125 electricPets OKRVs to 53 ftWaterside

Acorn Valley Campground

2 mi away

85 sites29 electricPets OKRVs to 82 ftWaterside

Bob Shetler Recreation Area

3 mi away

67 sites67 electricPets OKRVs to 62 ftWaterside

Wallashuck Campground

43 mi away

79 sites79 electricPets OKRVs to 71 ftWaterside

Whitebreast Camp

43 mi away

126 sites126 electricPets OKRVs to 65 ftWaterside

North Overlook Camp

45 mi away

49 sites43 electricPets OKRVs to 84 ftWaterside

More: all campgrounds in Saylorville Lake · campgrounds in Iowa

Frequently asked questions

Does Prairie Flower Recreation Area have electric hookups?

All 252 sites have electric hookups.

Can I reserve a site at Prairie Flower Recreation Area?

Yes, through Recreation.gov. Popular dates book up months ahead.

How big an RV fits at Prairie Flower Recreation Area?

The longest site takes vehicles up to 85 feet. Many sites are shorter, so check the individual site before booking.

Are dogs allowed at Prairie Flower Recreation Area?

Yes, pets are allowed at most sites. Keep them on a leash and never leave them unattended.