West Overlook Campground
Quick Facts
791 ftPrice
$22 - $28/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
89 campsites
Season
Open Season: May 1, ...
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
Quick Facts
791 ftPrice
$22 - $28/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
89 campsites
Season
Open Season: May 1, ...
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
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Based on 500 reviews
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"Reviews emphasize cleanliness, friendly staff, and beautiful views. Complaints often focus on noisy neighbors, outdated facilities, and beach closures."
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West Overlook Campground
2850 Prairie Du Chien Rd NE, IOWA CITY, IA, 52240-7820, USA
Best Time to Camp at West Overlook Campground
Experience the best of Iowa's temperate climate, where summer brings endless blue skies perfect for stargazing and warm days ideal for lake adventures. The camping season unfolds with comfortable temperatures that invite you to spend your days exploring and your evenings gathered around the campfire. While occasional refreshing rains keep the forest lush and green, most days offer clear weather that showcases spectacular sunsets over the lake. Pack layers for cool mornings that give way to pleasant afternoons, creating the perfect conditions for any outdoor pursuit.
Open and busy in summer with excellent lake activities; heat and crowds noted as downsides.
Spring/fall preferred for milder weather, fewer bugs and great foliage/wildlife viewing.
Spring offers milder weather and is a preferred season; early season conditions can vary.
Campground is closed outside May 1–Oct 18; winter camping not available.
Planning Tips
- Peak Season: May 01, 2025 - October 18, 2025.. Book 2-3 months ahead.
- Operating Season: Open Season: May 1, 2025 - October 18, 2025. Closed outside these dates.
- Current Alerts: Beach closures due to flooding have occurred during some seasons.
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