I've spent several weekends here tent camping at site 54 (walk up) over the past few months. This…read morepark is about a 10 - 15 drive on 94 (Blairs Ferry) from Cedar Rapids (now that Palo Marsh RD has reopened). Tent sites are generally 'walled off' from one another with patches of natural flora separating the sites, with a walking path leading the length of them. (Water spigots are also available on this center path). Each and every time has been ideal and serene. Most visitors adhere to the 'quiet time' rule (10:30 PM to 6:30 AM, I believe), so noise is generally not a concern. Washroom facilities in both the shower equipped and latrine are clean, and well stocked with toilet paper. DNR staff are both friendly, and generally 'hands off' during your stay. My most recent stay was on 10/22 through 10/23, and albeit a very cold morning, the views were breathtaking with the morning fog surrounding the park. (Image attached). I cannot speak to fishing at the park as I have not fished here, however camping is great, and I highly recommend this park.

We stayed in a 25 foot travel trailer in the middle of the week. Weekends are pretty much…read moreSold out. We love the area. Kayaking, biking, and fishing. Very well maintained grounds. Camp sites do not provide private water/sewer but there is a good water/sewer station on the way in. My only complaint. Thurs evening we had friends join us. The Ranger Man enforced a 2 car per campsite rule. He forced 3 over 65 couples to drive to a parking lot and I shuttled them back and forth. Really? Do us Seniors party too hard for you? Haha I understand rules but I don't have to like them...

Hickory Hills is a beautiful hidden little gem just south of Waterloo. The perfect weekend camping…read moregetaway and/or intimate ceremony location here in Iowa's cedar valley. The location is beautiful and the event cabin is perfect for small-medium receptions! I'm a photographer local to the area and I LOVE when my couples choose Hickory Hills Park. :)

A nice, county park with newly updated bathrooms and storm shelter. Firewood available from camp…read morehost. Fishing and hiking. No swimming. Newer and older cabins. Bison for viewing. Campground is not very wooded and pricey (see below). Also somewhat packed in. Casino, water park and Waterloo close. 2015 Prices-- Camping - $13.00/night Electricity - $18.00/night Full Hook-Up - $25.00/night With Reservation: Electricity - $23.00/night Full Hook-Up - $30.00/night

I'm focusing on the campground here- outer perimeter sites are nice - shady and private. Inner…read moreperimeter sites are laid out so there is very little separation - no privacy and no noise abatement. Our neighbors weren't loud in any way but because of the layout their conversations were entirely audible. The camp host was never seen so sites had as many as 5 cars parked on them etc. The park has beautiful walking and bike paths throughout and the bike paths are heavily used. Unfortunately many of the bikers leave the path and cut through the campground road going quite fast- faster than cars would drive through - as campgrounds tend to have small kids playing I would be concerned if those were my kids. The park itself had much to offer - the campground and rest rooms are well maintained. Sites have some gravel and are mostly level. I think during the week would be a better experience.

This is a beautiful park and campground in Waterloo, Iowa. Really nice bike trails a decent beach…read moreon the lake and a nice campground. We didn't fish but saw a lot of anglers. The campground is on the bank of the Cedar river as are the boat launch ramps. The river is really pretty. The primitive campsites are right next to the river and are really nice sites.

There's sections of the camp ground left unattended and not cut with weeds growing, they don't…read moreallow you to put down a rug outside of your motor home to help keep grass and debris out, their 'decorations' are falling apart. Overall would not recommend unless absolutely necessary.

Wow this place was an absolute disaster. I was here 4 years ago. It it has just fallen apart…read moresince then and it is down right dangerous in places for kids. Just looks the photos. Some kids play area has screws sticking. Out wobbly boards that seemed like they might collapse. Just terrible. I will see the bathrooms were clean and staff were pleasant. But wow...

Iowans know that parks with lakes are scarcities in this state, which is why I'm fond of any and…read moreall parks that include: a. a lake b. walking trails and c. overall convenient access. Prairie Rose is just seven miles north off I-80 at the Antique City Dr./Walnut exit; a convenient stop if you're looking to shed the stress of interstate travel for an hour or two. Entrance into the park is free. Don't be deceived by the park's office; it is in an old house very close to the entrance of the park. There, the park attendant explained the walking trails in the area and offered a map. I would most certainly consider visiting for a weekend, as Prairie Rose offers just enough to do/explore in order to fill two days (especially for those with kids). Camping spots are plentiful, and there are a few cabins on the premises. There are a handful of trails for walking (come with walking shoes), a beach on the NW side of the lake, a playground or two, and picnic benches throughout for those homemade meals. If you're looking for a quick getaway, I'd say it's worth the 50-mile drive from Omaha or Council Bluffs.

Hidden treasure! Quiet, green, tree-lined campsites. Lovely little lake with swimming beach…read more Well-maintained sites...some with full hook ups! Will definitely be coming back. Town of Harlan is cute and even has good Mexican food!

This place is fantastic. The family that runs the place are awesome, helpful & welcoming…read more They manicure the lawns. Wide & long sites. Big rig friendly. Cool walking trails. Super clean & friendly. The host many activities throughout the summer. Probably the best family owned RV park I have ever stayed. Playground, putting golf, pool. Group pavilion can accommodate many for party's. Reasonably priced.

From the owner: When you want an experience for your family like the kind you remember as a kid, your only…read morecampground is the Morwood Campground. Serving Northeast Iowa

Nice little hidden campground on the edge of Clear Lake. The campground is only 3 years old. The…read moreonly downfall is that it's a seasonal campground. No weekly or weekend stays. Only 6 months stays and you pay up front. Most sites are big enough for big rigs. All back in. They only have about 6 sites that are pull-thru. All sites have 50 amps and water. No laundry facilities in the campground, but they are planning to build one in the near future. All lakes are stocked with fish to go fishing. Bring your kayak or paddle boat to enjoy the peaceful settings. There is a long hiking trail that goes around the lakes. Very beautiful. They have a small basketball court and playground for kids to enjoy. Again, it's a pretty new campground so they are still building and working around the RV sites.

From the owner: We are a seasonal campground open every year from April 15th - October 15th! We have amazing…read morefishing ponds, sandy beach area, bath house, beautiful waling trails, basketball court, playground & more...

Amazing campground, amazing staff and you guessed it, an amazing time. I'm upset it took us so long…read moreto make it out here. I recommend this for family and friends. We will return.

Very nice place by a river for RV and Tent camping! We dropped in and the owner was very nice! Our…read moresite was well maintained with a fire pit. Every site has electrical and water. The showers were camping clean. Nice facilities. I would definitely stay here again!

One of the best places in Iowa,I've seen yet! Biking, fishing, swimming, canoeing, full service…read morecamping, plus HOT SHOWERS!

Love to camp at Flying Squirrel but it is very hard to get a spot. I grew up in Central City and…read morelike to come back to visit in the summer months but I have to have my niece put a tent on a spot on Wednesday and pay for two days to get one. Not inviting to out of towners! You never know maybe an out of towner may fall in love with this beautiful gem of a town and make it their home, maybe on line reservations may invite new people & money spending people!