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Best campgrounds near Camanche, IA
Camp Hauberg
Port Byron, IL (10 miles away)
$$$$$
(164 sites)
+7
Sun Retreats Rock River
Illinois (17 miles away)
$$$$$
(275 sites)
+8
Spring Lake Campground
Savanna, IL (19 miles away)
$$$$$
Lundeen's Rock River Landing
East Moline, IL (19 miles away)
Lundeen's Landing Campground and Tube Rentals
East Moline, IL (19 miles away)
$$$$$
(60 sites)
+12
Prophetstown State Park
Prophetstown, IL (20 miles away)
$$$$$
(119 sites)
+4
Seven Eagles Resort and Campground
Savanna, IL (21 miles away)
+6
Geneseo Campground
Geneseo, IL (22 miles away)
$$$$$
(76 sites)
+10
Interstate RV Park
Davenport, IA (22 miles away)
$$$$$
(97 sites)
+10
Whispering Pines Events & Lodging
Geneseo, IL (23 miles away)
+2
Timber Lake Resort and Campground
Mount Carroll, IL (25 miles away)
$$$$$
(133 sites)
+8
Mississippi Palisades State Park
Savanna, IL (25 miles away)
$$$$$
(241 sites)
+5
Most common amenities
Playground Pet friendly Tables Toilets Dump station Showers Grills Firewood Internet Fishing
Camping near Camanche, Iowa
Camanche sits on the west bank of the Mississippi River in Clinton County, Iowa, roughly 40 miles north of the Quad Cities. The area gives RV travelers direct access to two river systems: the Mississippi mainstem to the east and the Rock River corridor a short drive south into Illinois. Most campgrounds within an hour cluster along one of these two rivers, with a mix of private RV resorts and long-standing riverfront family operations.
Camp Hauberg sits on a wooded 40-acre parcel along the Mississippi about two miles north of Port Byron, Illinois, and handles both primitive tenters and RVs on 30-amp electric and water sites. Sun Retreats Rock River, formerly Sunset Lakes Resort, is a larger resort-style property in Hillsdale, Illinois, spanning roughly 180 acres across five lakes with full-hookup sites, concrete pads, and big-rig friendly pull-throughs.
Lundeen's Rock River Landing and Lundeen's Landing Campground and Tube Rentals operate on the Rock River in East Moline, offering 30/50-amp pull-throughs, a boat ramp, and on-site tube, kayak, and canoe rentals. Spring Lake Campground, farther north near Savanna, Illinois, is a vintage riverfront property established in the 1940s with 30-amp electric and water sites and direct access to the Great River Trail.
Things to do around Camanche
The Mississippi River drives most of the recreation. Fishing, kayaking, canoeing, and pontoon touring are all straightforward from the county marinas and private camps, and bald eagles, herons, and turtles are common sights on the backwater sloughs. Spring Lake Campground sits at the edge of the Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge, with boat-ramp access to Mississippi River Pool 13.
Cyclists have direct access to the Great River Trail on the Illinois side, which parallels the river along Route 84 and passes near Camp Hauberg and Spring Lake Campground. Tubing floats of four and eight miles run from Lundeen's Landing Campground and Tube Rentals on the Rock River, with kayak and canoe rentals also available.
Families staying near Camanche can add day trips into Clinton, Iowa, and downriver to LeClaire and the Quad Cities for river-town museums, riverboat cruises, and dining.
Camping spots and RV parks near Camanche, IA
Seasons and when to go
- spring
March - May
61° / 39°F 90 mmWettest stretch; watch Mississippi flood risk
- summer
June - August
82° / 63°F 110 mmWarm, humid, and buggy; peak booking season
- fall
September - November
63° / 41°F 75 mmCool nights and strong bird migration
- winter
December - February
30° / 16°F 35 mmCold and snowy; most campgrounds closed
The prime RV window runs from mid-April through late October. Sun Retreats Rock River operates from mid-April to late October, and Lundeen's Landing Campground and Tube Rentals runs from early April through the end of October. Spring Lake Campground's electric sites operate on a similar May-through-October window. Book weekends six to eight weeks out for July and August, and earlier for holiday weekends.
Spring brings the highest rainfall risk and possible Mississippi flooding, which can temporarily close riverfront sites at low-lying county parks. May tends to be the wettest stretch, so watch river-level forecasts before heading to backwater sites. Summers are warm, humid, and buggy in the bottomland forests, but water levels usually stabilize by late June.
Fall is arguably the strongest shoulder season: cooler nights, fewer mosquitoes, and strong migratory bird activity along the Mississippi Flyway. Winter camping options are very limited; most shower houses close after October, and freeze-ups make water hookups unreliable through the cold months.
How to book
Private resorts in the area handle their own reservation systems. Sun Retreats Rock River books directly through Sun Outdoors or Campspot. Lundeen's Rock River Landing and Lundeen's Landing Campground and Tube Rentals take reservations by phone or through the operator's website. Camp Hauberg requires reservations and is reached by phone at 309-523-2168 or by contact form on the campground site.
Spring Lake Campground near Savanna books directly through its own site and through Campspot, with nightly, monthly, and seasonal terms. Iowa county parks such as those run by Clinton County Conservation reserve online through mycountyparks.com, and Illinois state park campgrounds use the Reserve America system through the Illinois DNR.
For holiday weekends and prime summer Saturdays, plan on booking two to three months out. Waterfront sites and full-hookup pull-throughs sell out first at the resort-style parks.
What to expect on-site
Hookup levels vary widely. Sun Retreats Rock River offers full-hookup 30- and 50-amp sites with concrete pads, plus rental park models and two-bedroom vacation cottages. Lundeen's Landing runs 30/50-amp pull-throughs and is big-rig friendly with a maximum RV length up to 105 feet, but campers should note a low 12-foot bridge clearance on the direct approach from I-80, so taller rigs need to use the operator's alternate routing.
Camp Hauberg keeps things simpler with 30-amp electric and water, a dump station, shower house, and rental travel trailers. Spring Lake Campground has 30-amp electric and water, a dump station, and porta-johns distributed throughout the grounds rather than a central flush restroom building.
Expect cell service to be reliable near the river towns and spottier at the more remote backwater sites. Bugs can be significant in bottomland forest locations, and river-level advisories should be checked in spring.
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Frequently asked questions about campgrounds near Camanche, IA
How do I choose the right campsite for my RV?
Start with the practical stuff: site length, the hookups you need, and whether it's a back-in or pull-through. Camping conditions in the U.S. vary by region and elevation, so check the local season, road access, and reservation requirements before you book. Federal campgrounds use Recreation.gov and state parks each have their own systems. Learn more.
How much are RV campsites near Camanche, IA?
Campsite prices near Camanche, IA depend on the type of campground. State park sites typically run $20-$45 with hookups. Private RV parks in town often run $40-$100, with tourist-hub locations charging more. Nearby Forest Service or Bureau of Land Management sites are usually $10-$25, often without hookups.
Is there any free camping near Camanche, IA?
Free camping near Camanche, IA depends on what federal public land is in driving distance. Bureau of Land Management and Forest Service land usually allows up to 14 days of dispersed camping at one spot. Check fire restrictions before you head out. Learn more about free camping.
Can I book a campsite through RVezy?
Not directly. RVezy doesn't handle campsite reservations, but each campground listing links to the operator's website or booking page when one's available.
What's the best time to go camping near Camanche, IA?
Camping near Camanche, IA works best in the shoulder seasons, with spring and fall hitting the sweet spot in most of the country. Summer is peak in northern climates; winter is peak in the southern and desert states. Local weather and elevation drive the specifics.
How far are RV campgrounds from Camanche, IA?
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Where are dump stations near Camanche, IA?
Dump stations near Camanche, IA are usually at private RV parks and state park campgrounds, sometimes for a fee if you're not staying overnight. RVDumpsites.net maps the nearest options.
What's the best time of year to rent a RV in Camanche, IA?
Renting a RV in Camanche, IA works best in the shoulder seasons (April-May and September-October) across most of the U.S. Peak rental demand runs June through August nationwide, while the snowbird stretch from December through March drives winter demand in the southern states and southwest deserts.
What's the best time of year to rent an RV in Camanche, IA?
RV rentals in Camanche, IA peak from June through August when school is out. Shoulder months (April, May, September, October) usually have better availability and lower rates. Winter is high season for snowbird destinations in Florida, Arizona, Texas, and southern California.
Can I have an RV delivered to my home or campground in Camanche, IA?
Yes. Many RVezy hosts in the U.S. deliver and set up at your home, a campground, or a destination. It's especially useful for first-time renters and for trips into remote areas where backing in a big rig isn't fun.
Can the RV be delivered near Camanche, IA?
In most cases, yes. A lot of U.S. hosts offer to drop off the RV near Camanche, IA at your driveway, a campground, or wherever you're starting your trip. It saves you the drive and the setup.
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