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Select a month, then check for open campsites
Price
$5/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
Varies
Season
Year-round
Cell
No Service
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
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22895 Lacey Trail, Keosauqua, Iowa, 52565, United States
Fall is the clear window: oak-hickory color peaks late September through October, crowds stay manageable outside the Scenic Drive Festival, and the bluff overlooks above the Des Moines River are at their best. Hikers and paddlers get the most out of this place, and the camp hosts
No cell service is a hard stop for anyone who needs connectivity for work. Tent campers who are light-sensitive should avoid sites near vault toilet fixtures or RV loops. The lake has drawn complaints about water quality and the beach stairs are steep, so families banking on swim
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Fall offers the best combination of comfortable weather and dramatic scenery. Expect crisp days in the mid-40s to mid-60s°F with clear, low-humidity air. Leaf color on the oak-hickory ridges typically peaks from late September into October. Crowds thin out compared to summer except during peak leaf weeks. Spring brings mild temperatures and blooming wildflowers. Summer pushes above 80°F with occasional humidity and lush green canopy. The lake's beach becomes the main draw. Winter sees freezing temperatures and solitude for those willing to brave the cold.
Fall praised for dramatic scenery and the Scenic Drive Festival; described as best season.
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Lacey-Keosauqua State Park offers a wide range of amenities to cater to various camping preferences, including modern restrooms, showers, and a trailer dump station. The park also features family cabins equipped with modern facilities and a lodge available for group reservations. Camp hosts provide firewood sales during the Memorial Day weekend through the Fall Festival in October.
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