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28 campgrounds and RV Parks near Dumont, IA. Compare campsite amenities, photos, and site types to find the perfect stop for your rig on your route.
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Best campgrounds near Dumont, IA
Wilder Park
Allison, IA (10 miles away)
+7
Beeds Lake State Park
Hampton, IA (14 miles away)
$$$$$
(144 sites)
+6
R Campground
Charles City, IA (26 miles away)
$$$$$
(70 sites)
+4
Pine Lake State Park Campground
Eldora, IA (26 miles away)
$$$$$
(120 sites)
+4
Corn Patch Corner Campground / RV Park
Rockwell, IA (27 miles away)
$$$$$
(17 sites)
Rock-n-Row Adventures Iowa River Tubing
Eldora, IA (28 miles away)
$$$$$
+4
River Ranch Camping
Nashua, IA (29 miles away)
$$$$$
(122 sites)
+5
George Wyth State Park
Waterloo, IA (32 miles away)
$$$$$
(69 sites)
+5
Clear Lake State Park
Clear Lake, IA (32 miles away)
$$$$$
(200 sites)
+7
Oakwood RV Park
Clear Lake, IA (33 miles away)
$$$$$
(90 sites)
+6
Mcintosh Woods State Park
Ventura, IA (36 miles away)
$$$$$
(49 sites)
+6
Waterloo/Lost Island KOA Resort
Waterloo, IA (39 miles away)
$$$$$
(148 sites)
+6
Most common amenities
Showers Tables Grills Dump station Playground Toilets Pet friendly Firewood Hiking Trails
Camping near Dumont, Iowa
Dumont sits in Butler County in north-central Iowa, surrounded by farmland and small towns along the Shell Rock and West Fork Cedar River corridors. RV travelers use it as a base for a cluster of state parks and municipal campgrounds within a short drive, most built around small lakes or river frontage.
The closest option is Wilder Park, an 88-acre municipal park a quarter mile east of Allison on Highway 3 with camping, fishing ponds, a dog park, trails, and on-site camp hosts. West of Dumont near Hampton, Beeds Lake State Park offers a large campground with electric and non-electric sites, two modern restrooms with showers, and a sanitary dump station along a 99-acre reservoir. Farther south near Eldora, Pine Lake State Park encompasses two lakes, Lower Pine Lake and Upper Pine Lake, with a 124-site campground offering electric hookups, modern showers and restrooms, and a dump station.
R Campground and Rock-n-Row Adventures Iowa River Tubing round out the local options, with the latter serving as an activity operator on the Iowa River near Pine Lake.
Things to do around Dumont
Water and trails drive most trips. Beeds Lake supports no-wake boating from a modern ramp, with fishing for bass, catfish, and panfish from jetties, docks near the south shore, and the causeway. A two-mile shoreline trail loops the lake, and hikers can descend to the base of the CCC-built limestone dam at the spillway. Cross-country skiing is available on the trails in winter.
Pine Lake pairs paddling and shore fishing on two lakes with river access. A biking trail of about two and a half miles connects the campground to Lower Pine Lake, and Rock-n-Row Adventures coordinates tubing trips on the Iowa River. A nine-hole golf course sits less than a mile from the park.
At Wilder Park, families use fishing ponds, a dog park, disc golf, and playgrounds within the 88-acre grounds.
Camping spots and RV parks near Dumont, IA
Dumont seasonal patterns
- spring
March - May
55° / 41°F 80 mmCampgrounds reopen April 1; wet, muddy shoulder season
- summer
June - August
78° / 61°F 115 mmPeak bookings; warm, humid, thunderstorm risk
- fall
September - November
59° / 39°F 60 mmCool nights, fall color; state park sites close November 1
- winter
December - February
27° / 12°F 25 mmState park campgrounds closed; cabins remain open
Iowa state park campgrounds in this area run on a defined season. The Beeds Lake campground is 100 percent reservable and accepts reservations April 1 through October 31, and is closed each year from November 1 through March 31. Peak-season rates apply May 1 through October 15, with off-peak windows in April and the second half of October. Pine Lake follows a similar warm-season calendar for its main campground, with peak-season use from Memorial Day through Labor Day and lighter use in the shoulder months.
Cabins extend the year at Pine Lake. Historic stone and timber cabins built by the CCC and WPA have been restored and are used for lodging beyond the campground season.
Wilder Park is a municipal campground and generally operates a longer season than the state parks, though northern Iowa winters mean water systems and most facilities are used spring through fall. Verify open dates with camp hosts before a shoulder-season trip.
How to book near Dumont
Iowa state parks use one central system. Reservations for Beeds Lake and Pine Lake campsites are handled through iowastateparks.reserveamerica.com, and campsites are 100 percent reservable through the Iowa state parks reservation system. Campsites can be reserved up to three months in advance and must be booked at least four days ahead of arrival. Cabins, lodges, and shelters use the same portal but open up to twelve months in advance.
Wilder Park books through a separate municipal system, so check current availability and cancellation terms directly with the park before travel.
Summer weekends fill fast at both state parks. Book as soon as the three-month window opens for holiday weekends, and reserve cabins early for fall color.
What to expect on-site
Sites at the state parks are geared to RVs but not luxurious. Beeds Lake features multiple loops with tent, electric, and full-hookup RV options, two modern restrooms with showers, and a sanitary dump station. Pine Lake has 124 sites with electric hookups and no sewer hookups on-site, but a dump station is available, and sites can accommodate trailers or RVs up to about 105 feet.
Quiet hours are enforced. At Beeds Lake, quiet hours run from 10:30 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. Expect gravel and grass pads, tree cover, and cell coverage typical of rural Iowa. Firewood is often available on-site; do not move firewood between regions to help limit invasive pests.
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Frequently asked questions about campgrounds near Dumont, 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 Dumont, IA?
Campsite prices near Dumont, 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 Dumont, IA?
Free camping near Dumont, 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 Dumont, IA?
Camping near Dumont, 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 Dumont, IA?
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Where are dump stations near Dumont, IA?
Dump stations near Dumont, 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 Dumont, IA?
Renting a RV in Dumont, 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 Dumont, IA?
RV rentals in Dumont, 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 Dumont, 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 Dumont, IA?
In most cases, yes. A lot of U.S. hosts offer to drop off the RV near Dumont, 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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