Prairie Ridge

Rathbun Lake, IA · ≈26.7 mi to Ottumwa
Sites
56
Max rig
65+ ft
Pull-through
Yes
Hookups
50A
ADA
To town
26.7 mi
Signal

✓ Best for

  • Big rigs and large RVs
  • Pull-through RV sites
  • Water sports enthusiasts
  • Fishing and boating
  • Pet-friendly camping

✕ Not ideal for

  • RVers needing water or sewer hookups
  • Visitors seeking nearby town amenities
  • ADA accessibility needs

Connectivity

Best bet: T-MobileStrong 5G signal here · 3 of 3 carriers reach here
Verizon5G
AT&TLTE
T-Mobile5G

What's here

54 Standards
1 Group Picnic AreaReserved as one unit · largest capacity: 40 people
1 Group Standard (no Hookups)Reserved as one unit · largest capacity: 72 people
Rig compatibility

Will your rig fit?

Checked against every site's real dimensions.
Your RV length
35ft
35 ft
Your fit summary
See availability →

1 of 56 sites don't report a length.

Amenities & features

Amenities
Campfires allowedElectric hookupsFire pitsPets allowedPicnic tablesShade
Activities
BikingBoatingCampingCanoeingDay Use AreaFishingHikingKayakingPicnickingSailingSwimmingWater AccessWildlife Viewing
CampIntel Score

How we score

We score what we can verify.
Workable for mid-size rigsRig fit
Remote — plan aheadAccess
Basic amenitiesConvenience
Verdicts come from our Rig fit, Access & Convenience sub-scores — each built only from verifiable Recreation.gov data.

Where it is

Nearest town: Ottumwa, ~26.7 miGet directions ↗

Nearby campgrounds

Closest options, ranked by score.

Photos

Photos: Recreation.gov

Overview

Overview Prairie Ridge Park is located 6 miles, SW of the Jct of Iowa Highway 5 and J18 at Moravia. Awesome Sunsets- No Extra Charge! Rathbun's off-the-beaten path park offers unique opportunities for lover's of the outdoors. Nestled between Buck Creek and Honey Creek, the high ridge offers wonderful vistas of the lake while surrounded by Iowa's Natural and enhanced prairie life community, with woodland draws and timbered hillsides. Recreation Prairie Ridge Boat Ramp is protected on three sides and has been long popular with both motorized craft and a launching area for wind surfers and catamarans. A courtesy dock with fish cleaning station aid families on and off the water. Facilities Fifty-four family friendly, Large, campsites are available in two seperate camp areas. Two shower houses, drinking water and RV dump stations is available. A modern playground offers activities for our younger visitors. Natural Features Rathbun's most extensive trail, eight miles in length, takes hikers and bikers into Iowa's wild, and links to Iowa's Premier destination park at Honey Creek Resort. Contact Info This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (641) 647-2464. Nearby Attractions The park is within a few minutes of lake conveniences, bait, dining, and fuel. Rathbun's fish hatchery is open to the public on weekdays. Groups are encouraged to make appointments. 14 minutes west, on Hwy S70, one of Southern Iowa's best off-roading opportunities is at the 125 Acre Rathbun OHV Park. There's even a tot lot beginner's area. Search Rathbun OHV Park on-line for actual dates of operation and applicable rules.

Managed by US Army Corps of Engineers · Developed campground