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34 campgrounds and RV Parks near Newhall, 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 Newhall, IA
Pleasant Creek State Recreational Area
Palo, IA (12 miles away)
$$$$$
(70 sites)
+5
Amana Colonies RV Park
Iowa (13 miles away)
$$$$$
(450 sites)
+10
BEYONDER Getaway at Lazy Acres
Center Point, IA (17 miles away)
$$$$$
(46 sites)
+12
Unhitched Lazy Acres RV Park
Center Point, IA (17 miles away)
(103 sites)
Cam lo-Dis-E-Ca
Solon, IA (22 miles away)
$$$$$
(10 sites)
Unhitched Sleepy Hollow RV Park
Oxford, IA (22 miles away)
BEYONDER Getaway at Sleepy Hollow
Oxford, IA (23 miles away)
$$$$$
(108 sites)
+9
Scales Pointe Camping and Boating
North Liberty, IA (23 miles away)
$$$$$
(92 sites)
+6
Palisades-Kepler State Park
Mount Vernon, IA (24 miles away)
$$$$$
(44 sites)
+3
Primitive - Lake Macbride State Park
Solon, IA (26 miles away)
$$$$$
(56 sites)
+3
Outback Campground and Resort
Tama, IA (33 miles away)
$$$$$
(130 sites)
+11
Rusty Ridge Campground
Toledo, IA (33 miles away)
Most common amenities
Tables Showers Pet friendly Grills Playground Toilets Dump station Hiking Trails General store
Campgrounds near Newhall, Iowa
Newhall sits in Benton County in eastern Iowa, roughly midway between Cedar Rapids and the Amana Colonies, which puts several full-service RV parks and a state recreation area within a short drive. The terrain is gently rolling farmland cut by the Cedar and Iowa rivers, and most campgrounds cluster along the I-380 and I-80 corridors for easy access.
BEYONDER Getaway at Lazy Acres is big-rig friendly and sits near Urbana off I-380. Amana Colonies RV Park, an 80-acre full-service park with more than 450 sites and an event center, sits about twenty minutes west in the Iowa River valley. BEYONDER Getaway at Sleepy Hollow is located just a few minutes north of Interstate 80 in Oxford, Iowa, making it a convenient stopover for east-west travelers.
For a public-land option, Pleasant Creek State Recreation Area is located in Palo, Linn County, and centers on the 410-acre Pleasant Creek Lake. It offers camping, hiking, fishing, swimming, and boating amid rolling hills and woodlands. Cam lo-Dis-E-Ca near Solon rounds out the options for campers wanting a quieter, wooded stay.
Things to do near Newhall
The Amana Colonies are the main cultural draw, with seven historic villages, German bakeries, wineries, and seasonal festivals; Amana Colonies RV Park sits about a half mile from the village of Amana. Cedar Rapids offers museums, restaurants, and the NewBo City Market, all within a 20-minute drive.
Outdoor recreation centers on Pleasant Creek Lake, one of the larger lake destinations in eastern Iowa. Any size boat motor may be operated at a no-wake speed, and four boat ramps plus a kayak launching area provide easy access to the water. Kayaking, canoeing, scuba diving, and windsurfing are popular. Anglers fish for muskellunge, channel catfish, largemouth bass, white bass, and more, and fishing jetties provide shoreline access.
Families staying at BEYONDER Getaway at Lazy Acres will find on-site amenities, and the Cedar Valley Nature Trail is a short drive for cycling.
Camping spots and RV parks near Newhall, IA
Seasonal information
- spring
March - May
59° / 39°F 75 mmWet thaw; modern facilities target a May 1 opening.
- summer
June - August
82° / 64°F 115 mmHot, humid, thunderstorms; peak bookings and festival crowds.
- fall
September - November
61° / 41°F 65 mmCool nights and color; shower buildings close by mid-October.
- winter
December - February
30° / 14°F 25 mmCold and snowy; state park sites shift to walk-in only.
Peak camping season in eastern Iowa runs May through mid-October. Iowa state park staff generally try to have water on and shower buildings and dump stations open by May 1, and start closing them down around mid-October depending on the weather. Weekends around Memorial Day, the Fourth of July, and Labor Day book out earliest, and Amana Colonies festival weekends draw large crowds to nearby parks.
Many private and public campgrounds operate seasonally. Amana Colonies RV Park is open April through October, while Pleasant Creek State Recreation Area campgrounds are on the state reservation system in the warmer months and shift to walk-in only from November through March. BEYONDER Getaway at Sleepy Hollow is one of the local options that stays open year round for shoulder-season and winter travelers, though services are reduced.
Spring brings mud, high water on the Cedar and Iowa rivers, and biting insects by June. Summer is hot and humid with frequent thunderstorms. Fall delivers cool nights, drier trails, and color in the river valleys.
Booking and reservations
Iowa state park campsites, including those at Pleasant Creek State Recreation Area, are booked through the Iowa DNR reservation system on iowastateparks.reserveamerica.com or by phone. Reservations can be made up to three months in advance of the arrival date, counting back three months from arrival to find the opening window. From November 1 through March 31, most campsites shift to walk-in only, with a few exceptions. A two-night minimum applies on weekends from May 1 through October 31, and a three-night minimum applies on holiday weekends.
Private parks handle their own bookings. Amana Colonies RV Park, BEYONDER Getaway at Lazy Acres, BEYONDER Getaway at Sleepy Hollow, and Cam lo-Dis-E-Ca all accept reservations by phone or through their websites. For summer weekends and dates overlapping Amana festivals or Hawkeye home football games, book six to eight weeks out.
What to expect
Sites in the area are generally level and RV-friendly. Amana Colonies RV Park offers level campsites, full and partial hookups, showers, laundry, free Wi-Fi, a camp store, and a four-vehicle sanitary station, with more than 450 RV sites plus tent camping. BEYONDER Getaway at Lazy Acres is big-rig friendly with long, spacious sites, and most sites across area parks have picnic tables and fire rings.
State park sites at Pleasant Creek offer electric hookups with modern restrooms and showers, but individual sites do not have private water or sewer; a central dump and water station is provided near the entrance. Cell service is generally reliable across the region, and free Wi-Fi is common at private parks.
Expect gravel interior roads at most campgrounds, and pack rain gear from spring through summer. State parks ask that firewood be bought locally and burned on site to slow forest pests.
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Frequently asked questions about campgrounds near Newhall, 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 Newhall, IA?
Campsite prices near Newhall, 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 Newhall, IA?
Free camping near Newhall, 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 Newhall, IA?
Camping near Newhall, 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 Newhall, IA?
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Where are dump stations near Newhall, IA?
Dump stations near Newhall, 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 Newhall, IA?
Renting a RV in Newhall, 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 Newhall, IA?
RV rentals in Newhall, 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 Newhall, 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 Newhall, IA?
In most cases, yes. A lot of U.S. hosts offer to drop off the RV near Newhall, IA at your driveway, a campground, or wherever you're starting your trip. It saves you the drive and the setup.