Rustic Campground

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Rustic Campground

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Standard Site Fee$0.00
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Premium Site Fee$0.00
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Group Site Fee$0.00
Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00
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4.00

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Based on 14 reviews

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About Rustic Campground

Natural Features and SceneryFlandrau State Park lies along the Cottonwood River and includes riverbottom forest, marshes, and open grasslands near the edge of town.[5][2] Campers mention the park as “beautiful,” “lovely,” and “really beautiful,” noting shady areas and a green valley setting.[1][2] Trails lead to an overlook with views over the river valley, and there is a distinctive sand‑bottom, filtered swimming pond set in a wooded bowl that many reviewers highlight as a special feature.[1][3]
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Humidity: 62%
Wind: 11.2 mph
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Common complaints• **Lack of privacy / open sites:** Several reviewers say rustic sites are very open, with little screening; campers looking for seclusion may be disappointed.[1][3] • **Crowded feel in electric loop:** Even campers who chose rustic complain that the electric loop felt like “condo central,” with small, densely packed sites and sprawling setups.[1] • **Mosquitoes:** Multiple reviewers emphasize that mosquitoes can be overwhelming, making it hard to rest at the overlook or on trails without strong repellent.[1] • **Bathroom and shower issues:** Some reviews mention cold shower water, bathrooms needing better cleaning, and poor exterior lighting timing.[1] • **Park staff interactions:** A few guests report encounters with rangers or workers they considered rude or overly strict, particularly around rules and COVID‑era restrictions.[1] • **Dog restrictions at pool:** At least one reviewer was frustrated by enforcement of the no‑dogs rule in and near the pool area.[1] • **In‑town biking experience:** One camper notes that bike routes from the park require crossing busy streets and passing through an industrial area, which felt unsafe and unappealing.[1]

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4.0
14 reviews
Satisfactory
Satisfactory
Rustic Campground is satisfactory, placing it in the bottom 60% of campgrounds based on reviews
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Based on 14 reviews

What Campers Love

Campers consistently praise **the overall beauty of the park**, describing it as clean, green, and a pleasant valley setting.[1][2] The **sand‑bottom, filtered swimming pond** is a standout feature...
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Based on 14 reviews

Pro Tips & Recommendations

• Bring strong mosquito repellent: multiple reviewers say mosquitoes can be “awful,” especially when you stop moving on trails or at the overlook.[1] • Bring a lantern or headlamp: one reviewer notes...
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